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Japan Times
JAPAN
Oct 29, 2019
Japan film festival scraps screening of 'comfort women' movie
A film festival that began over the weekend in Kawasaki has decided not to show a documentary focused on debates over the issue of "comfort women."
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Oct 29, 2019
China urges U.S. and North Korea to make progress in stalled talks by year-end
China on Monday called on the United States and North Korea to move ahead with stalled nuclear talks for regional stability, with Pyongyang having been putting pressure on Washington to change what it regards as one-sided demands by the end of this year.
JAPAN / Politics
Oct 29, 2019
North Korea raps Japan's release of video showing fishing boat collision
North Korea has criticized Japan for releasing video footage showing the collision between a North Korean fishing boat and a Japanese patrol ship earlier this month.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Oct 29, 2019
U.S. B-52 bombers make rare training flight over Sea of Japan with ASDF
Two U.S. B-52 heavy bombers made a rare training flight with the Air Self-Defense Force over the Sea of Japan last week, in a mission that likely comes in response to a spate of North Korean short-range missile tests over the last several months.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Oct 29, 2019
Controversial head of South Korean parliament to visit Japan in November
The head of South Korea's parliament, who made a controversial statement that Japan's emperor should make an apology over the "comfort women" issue, will visit Tokyo next month.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Oct 29, 2019
Japan and South Korea weigh economic cooperation fund to help resolve wartime labor fight
Japan and South Korea have begun exploring ways to resolve their long-running fight over compensation for wartime labor, with one option being the creation of a fund to provide money for economic cooperation, according to sources familiar with the bilateral relationship.
EDITORIALS
Oct 28, 2019
A revealing ride by Kim Jong Un
Experts warn that photos of Kim Jong Un charging up Mount Paektu could anticipate a bold move from North Korea's leader that could have profound consequences for the region.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Oct 28, 2019
Statue dedicated to Korean 'comfort women' installed near Washington
An unveiling ceremony was held Sunday near Washington for a statue of a girl dedicated to Korean women who worked in Japanese wartime military brothels, referred to as the "comfort women," making it the fifth of its kind in the United States.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Oct 28, 2019
Japan's Foreign Ministry to provide Korean-language explanation of Rising Sun flag on website
Japan's Foreign Ministry plans to provide an explanation in Korean on use of the kyokujitsuki Rising Sun flag on its website, in addition to the details currently provided in Japanese and English.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Oct 27, 2019
U.S. needs Japan and South Korea to make up
Resumed cooperation between America's most important allies in Asia is a core interest.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Oct 27, 2019
Japan sees signs South Korea may be ready to work toward repairing bilateral ties
The Japanese government sees signs of a “mood” in South Korea to seek talks to salvage a bilateral relationship that has soured over wartime compensation and trade issues.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Oct 27, 2019
LDP eyes project team for North Korea missile defense
The ruling Liberal Democratic Party is considering establishing a new project team soon to discuss the strengthening of missile defense measures amid rapid progress made by North Korea in its nuclear and missile development programs, LDP lawmakers said Saturday.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Oct 27, 2019
Senior U.S. official for Asia to push South Korea to keep intelligence pact with Japan
Senior U.S. State Department official David Stilwell said Washington encourages the South Korean side to return to the intelligence-sharing agreement because it benefits all sides.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Oct 27, 2019
Ex-top North Korean nuclear negotiator warns U.S. not to ignore year-end deadline by 'exploiting' Kim-Trump ties
The former top North Korean nuclear negotiator Sunday delivered a scathing indictment of the United States' position in nuclear talks, blasting Washington's "delaying tactics" and warning of a failure to heed leader Kim Jong Un's deadline for a "bold decision" by the year's end.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Entertainment news
Oct 26, 2019
K-pop star G-Dragon, leader of Big Bang, ends military service as fans mob base
Fans of the K-pop boy band Big Bang gathered on Saturday to see leader G-Dragon return to civilian life after his discharge from military service.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Oct 26, 2019
Chairman of U.S. Joint Chiefs eyeing mid-November visit to Japan and South Korea
Top U.S. military officer Gen. Mark Milley is considering visiting Japan and South Korea in mid-November, a source familiar with the matter has said.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Markets
Oct 25, 2019
South Koreans shun Japan's products but not its 27% REIT investment returns
While some in South Korea have been boycotting Japan, they seem to draw a line at financial products that generate high returns.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Oct 25, 2019
North Korea tells South it wants to rebuild 'shabby' Mount Kumgang resort
North Korea has notified Seoul that it wants to discuss the rebuilding of facilities constructed by South Korea at the North's Mount Kumgang resort, an important symbol of cooperation between the Koreas, the government said on Friday.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Oct 24, 2019
Breakthrough elusive as Abe meets South Korean prime minister amid strained bilateral ties
Abe told Lee that the two countries were important neighbors and it was vital they work together to address North Korea's nuclear program.
BUSINESS
Oct 24, 2019
Asian nations face U.S. currency manipulation listing threat
Asia is bracing for the latest U.S. Treasury report on foreign currency manipulators, set for release amid a trade war that shows no sign of ending.
South Korea couple beat same-sex barriers to parenthood
South Korean lesbian couple Kim Kyu-jin (left) and her wife, Kim Sae-yeon, pose with a "pregnant woman" badge during an interview in Seoul last month.
Japan unveils new overtourism countermeasures
The majority of tourists in Japan tend to stay in Tokyo, Osaka or Kyoto, resulting in overcrowding in popular tourist spots and a strain on transportation systems.
Opportunities await the bold in the Year of the Wood Dragon
2024 marks the Year of the Dragon in the Chinese zodiac, with the year predicted to be a good time for fresh starts.
Japan pharma startup developing world-first drug to grow new teeth
A new tooth is seen in a ferret's mouth after it was administered a drug to stimulate the growth of tooth buds.
Don’t worry about global population collapse
Most projections show the world will hit peak humanity in the 21st century as people choose to have smaller families and women gain power over their own reproduction.
After Tokyo Olympic disappointment, Nadeshiko Japan look for redemption
Japan's Hikaru Kitagawa dribbles past a defender during an Olympic qualifying match against North Korea at National Stadium in Tokyo in February.
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.

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