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OLYMPICS

Japan Times
JAPAN
Feb 22, 2019
Electromagnetic body scanners slated for testing in one of Japan's busiest subway stations in March
The transport ministry said it will begin using body scanners that can "see through" clothing next month on a trial basis to check subway passengers at Tokyo Metro Co.'s Kasumigaseki Station for dangerous items.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Feb 21, 2019
Japan aiming for 160 hydrogen charging station locations by fiscal 2020
The country is trying to set up unmanned hydrogen charging stations for fuel-cell vehicles before the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics, a draft government plan showed Thursday.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Feb 18, 2019
Doorway width mandated by Tokyo accessibility ordinance will leave many wheelchair users out in cold
A group representing disabled people in Japan has said the doorway width stipulated in an amendment proposed for Tokyo's barrier-free ordinance for hotels is unlikely to be wide enough for many wheelchairs.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Feb 18, 2019
Koike presents vision for Tokyo, stressing importance of ties with Osaka ahead of Olympics and Expo
Gov. Yuriko Koike spoke to the press Monday about her plans to repurpose the former site of the Tsukiji fish market and strengthen ties with Osaka prior to the 2020 Olympic Games and 2025 World Expo, setting out her ambitions for ongoing development of the capital.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Feb 16, 2019
Calls mounting for JOC chief Takeda to resign amid bribery scandal
Yasuhiro Yamashita, the 61-year-old head of the Japan Judo Federation, has been floated as a possible successor to run the JOC.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / ANALYSIS
Feb 14, 2019
Joint Korean 2032 Olympic bid faces hurdles of sanctions, cultural differences and state of war
If North and South Korea succeed in their long-shot bid to host the 2032 Summer Olympics, any athletic feats may be overshadowed by the political achievements needed to make the games happen.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Feb 13, 2019
Olympic and Paralympic venues on track to be completed in time for summer test events
The Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic venues are on course to be completed in time for test events to be held there later this year, games organizers said Tuesday.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Feb 12, 2019
Half of new slots at Haneda airport to be given to Japanese and U.S. airlines
Japanese airlines will be given 12 daily slots and U.S. airlines will be given another 12, transport minister Keiichi Ishii said.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Regional voices: Chubu
Feb 12, 2019
Nagoya firm Jtekt develops gnarly skateboard bearings ahead of sport's Tokyo Olympic debut
Jtekt Corp., a Nagoya-based parts manufacturer affiliated with Toyota Motor Corp., has developed an upgraded version of Ninja, the brand name for its bearings used for skateboards, ahead of skateboarding making its Olympic debut at the 2020 Tokyo Games.
JAPAN
Feb 10, 2019
Screening sessions and interviews for 2020 Games volunteers begin in Tokyo
The organizing committee for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics, and the Tokyo Metropolitan Government have begun briefing sessions and interviews for people who want to volunteer to help run the games.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Feb 10, 2019
Environmental study for new train link to Haneda airport eyed for this spring
With the new line, the 15-kilometer journey from Haneda airport to Tokyo and Shinjuku stations will take about 18 and 23 minutes, respectively.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Feb 9, 2019
Latest surveillance system to be installed for 2020 Games; Olympic metal recycling drive on track
Organizers hope the new system will allow a high level of security despite having venues spread across the country.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Feb 8, 2019
Tokyo Olympics on course to meet target for using recycled metal in medals
The organizing committee for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics and Paralympics said Friday it expects to achieve its target for collecting the recycled metal needed to make the prizes for the games by March.
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Feb 7, 2019
Retired Olympic champ Kaori Matsumoto to pursue dream of opening ice cream shop
Two-time Olympic medalist Kaori Matsumoto said Thursday she has put her judo days behind her and is looking forward to kick-starting a new career at an ice cream shop.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Feb 3, 2019
Japan Post to sell commemorative stamps for 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Japan Post Co. will release commemorative stamps for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics on March 12.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
Feb 2, 2019
London Olympic gold medalist Kaori Matsumoto to retire
Kaori Matsumoto will close the curtain on her competitive career, a source close to the 31-year-old said Saturday.
JAPAN
Jan 31, 2019
JR East mulls later train services during 2020 Tokyo Olympics
East Japan Railway Co. is considering extending train operating hours in and around Tokyo during the Olympic and Paralympic Games next year, sources close to the matter said Thursday.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jan 30, 2019
Japan and U.S. agree on new flight routes near Tokyo's Haneda airport
The central government said Wednesday it has reached a basic agreement with the United States on the use of new routes for commercial flights in the U.S. military-controlled airspace over part of Tokyo and its surrounding areas.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Jan 30, 2019
Organizing committee outlines ticket sales
The organizing committee for next summer's Tokyo Olympics revealed the process for domestic ticket sales and detailed ticket prices for each sport on Wednesday.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jan 30, 2019
Ahead of 2020 Olympics, government to strengthen steps to help foreign visitors in event of massive quake
Ahead of the 2020 Summer Games, the transport ministry said Tuesday it plans to strengthen measures to help foreign visitors in the event of a massive earthquake in the Tokyo area.
'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.

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