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Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Jan 25, 2022
Japan household assets rose to record ¥3.07 quadrillion at end of 2020
The figure reflects consumers holding off on spending amid the uncertain impact of the coronavirus pandemic on the economic outlook.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Markets
Jan 25, 2022
Wall of money stays put in Japan’s bonds during global turbulence
Japanese bonds have largely escaped the rout that has jolted other debt markets as the central bank's ultraloose monetary policy keeps yields locked in a narrow range.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jan 24, 2022
Cleanup of Fukushima nuclear plant hit by leak of ice-wall coolant
The leakage has had no impact on the wall or the environment, plant operator Tepco said.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Jan 23, 2022
Review of quarterly reporting a natural step, Japan lawmaker says
Changing the law that compels quarterly disclosure is advocated by some to encourage a shift of focus away from short-term thinking.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jan 22, 2022
Kishida and Biden vow to boost economic cooperation and 'push back' on China
In wide-ranging talks, the two leaders agreed to set up an economic version of a 'two-plus-two' ministerial meeting in a bid to promote cooperation.
Japan Times
LIFE / Food & Drink / JAPANESE KITCHEN
Jan 22, 2022
Recipe: Kōya dōfu and bok choy stir-fry
If this simple stir-fry is good enough for a monk then it's good enough for your dinner table.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Jan 21, 2022
Japan names Miho Takagi as team captain for Beijing Games
'I'm really honored,' Takagi said. 'We'll strive to be our strongest, no matter what challenges we meet.'
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Jan 21, 2022
Japan prices fail to make more progress toward distant BOJ goal
The subdued inflation reading is likely to cool speculation that the BOJ may take steps to adjust policy in light of expected price increases.
Japan Times
LIFE / Language / BILINGUAL
Jan 21, 2022
Translator trip-ups: What do they mean for learning Japanese?
Have you ever had trouble precisely translating a word? While it may prove difficult in the moment, you're likely getting a free lesson in Japanese culture.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Jan 20, 2022
Gains in Japan’s exports hold up despite omicron wave
The value of the country's overseas shipments rose 17.5% from a year earlier, easing from 20.5% in November, as stellar increases in steel and chipmaking equipment cooled a touch.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jan 19, 2022
Kishida vows to push for green and digital transformation in Davos message
In a speech to the World Economic Forum, the prime minister expressed his hope of creating a 'zero-emissions' community in Asia as the region faces geopolitical and geoeconomic challenges.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jan 19, 2022
Japan maintains view that economy is recovering but warns of omicron risk
The government retained its view that the economy remains on a recovery track, but has also warned of a potential 'increase in downside risks' caused by the omicron variant.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jan 18, 2022
Japan must restore trust in the future among the young — here’s how
According to the Cabinet Office, just 38.8% of Japanese youth are either satisfied or fully satisfied with the state of the country compared with 57.8% in the U.S. and 56.9% in England.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Jan 18, 2022
BOJ sticks with current policy but changes view on inflation risks
The bank said the risks to prices are balanced instead of tilted downward, in a change that shows the bank now sees the possibility of inflation outstripping their projections.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jan 17, 2022
Kishida vows to lay out road map for 'new capitalism' in the spring
Covering topics ranging from COVID-19 to climate change and diplomacy, the prime minister offered a comprehensive wrap-up of his policy agenda at the start of the parliamentary session.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Jan 17, 2022
BOJ’s future path could start to emerge during Kuroda’s last lap
Surveyed economists say that in the unlikely scenario the BOJ responds to price pressures or yen weakness, the most likely step would be to adjust its messaging rather than policy.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Jan 17, 2022
Chinese EVs find a niche making short-haul deliveries in Japan
Logistics companies in Japan are finding an unlikely white knight in Chinese electric-vehicle manufacturers, whose vans make last-mile deliveries not only cheaper, but cleaner as well.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Jan 17, 2022
Japan machinery orders rise more than expected in November
Japan's core machinery orders rose for a second straight month, government data showed Monday.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Jan 16, 2022
South Korea and Taiwan expected to top Japan in GDP per capita in 2027 and 2028
South Korea and Taiwan are likely to outstrip Japan in terms of gross domestic product per capita in a couple of years due to higher productivity and efforts for digitalization.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Crime & Legal
Jan 15, 2022
Student, 17, arrested after three people stabbed near University of Tokyo ahead of entrance exam
The suspect, a high school student from Nagoya who was not taking the exam, said he was not doing well with his studies and wanted to die, police said.
'Super spicy' potato chips land Japan students in hospital
High school students were taken to hospital in Tokyo on Tuesday after eating "super spicy" potato chips.
Japan finds a 'stealth' cure for zombie businesses: Let them fail
A worker at Sakai Seisakusyo prepares to transport metal rods at its factory in Kakamigahara, Gifu Prefecture, on July 8.
Japan keeps up yen warnings as two-day intervention suspected
An electronic screen displays a graph showing yen exchange rates surging against the U.S. dollar amid an alert to the possibility of intervention in Tokyo on Friday.
Hyogo governor stands firm on not resigning despite official's death
Hyogo Gov. Motohiko Saito speaks to reporters on Tuesday.
Four injured after man sets fire to Japan city hall
Police said four people were injured after a man set fire to a city hall in Aichi Prefecture, with local media reporting he had been arrested.
The neurological disorder that 'kills culture'
Akiko Trush says her experience with the neurological disorder dystonia left her feeling like she wanted to chop her own hand off.
How to beat Japan’s summer heat in ways better for the planet
Tenugui towels hang up to dry at a dyeing company in Sakai, Osaka Prefecture, on May 8. The durable and versatile tenugui, which many people have in their homes, can be used in many ways to cool one’s body.
After Trump shooting, U.S. presidential race might take a violent turn
United States Secret Service Counter Snipers stand guard on a rooftop during a campaign rally for U.S. President Donald Trump in Avoca, Pennsylvania, in 2020.
No AC this summer? No problem (for me).
Think air conditioning is a requirement for a Tokyo summer? Think again.
She’s paying ¥1 million to help behind the scenes at the Paris Olympics
Mai Tarumi, who previously volunteered at the postponed Tokyo Olympics in 2021, has a travel budget of ¥1 million for her trip to volunteer at the Paris Games.

Podcast

You can often see generations of families enjoying performances together at Fuji Rock Festival.
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Longform

Akiko Trush says her experience with the neurological disorder dystonia left her feeling like she wanted to chop her own hand off.
The neurological disorder that 'kills culture'
By Tomoko Otake

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