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OSAKA

Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jan 15, 2018
Don Quijote takes wraps off Ferris wheel in Osaka tourist spot
Discount retailer Don Quijote Co. unveiled a renovated Ferris wheel Monday in Osaka's Dotonbori shopping district.
JAPAN / Science & Health
Jan 5, 2018
Japanese team's antibody treatment returns 80% of finger function to paralyzed monkeys
A joint research team formed by Kyoto University and Osaka University has succeeded in repairing finger function in monkeys with spinal cord injuries by using an antibody to thwart a protein that blocks neural regeneration.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jan 5, 2018
World Expo 2025: Kansai Economic Federation will open Paris office to directly promote hosting bid
The Kansai Economic Federation will open an office in Paris to directly lobby representatives who will decide the host of the World Expo 2025.
SOCCER / J. League
Jan 4, 2018
Tosu's Yohei Toyoda moves to Ulsan Hyundai on loan
Sagan Tosu striker Yohei Toyoda has signed a one-year loan deal with Ulsan Hyundai, the J. League team announced Thursday.
Japan Times
SOCCER / J. League
Jan 2, 2018
Cerezo triumph in Emperor's Cup final
Cerezo Osaka capped Japan's soccer season with a 2-1 extra-time win over Yokohama F. Marinos in Monday's Emperor's Cup final.
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Our Lives / 20 QUESTIONS
Dec 31, 2017
20 Questions: The best answers of 2017
What brought you to Japan? I came here for the magic. Osaka is home to some of the best close-up magicians in the world.
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Voices / VIEWS FROM THE STREET
Dec 31, 2017
Views From Osaka: What are your hopes for yourself, Japan and the world for 2018?
Young people in Kansai's commercial hub talk about their wishes for the coming year.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League
Dec 30, 2017
Joshua Smith, balanced offensive attack lead Hannaryz past Evessa
Kyoto Hannaryz big man Joshua Smith notched his 10th double-double of the season on Saturday afternoon against the Osaka Evessa.
Japan Times
SOCCER / J. League
Dec 29, 2017
Gamba Osaka's Yosuke Ideguchi set to move to Leeds United
Gamba Osaka have reached a basic agreement with English second-tier club Leeds United to enable Japan international midfielder Yosuke Ideguchi to move to the Championship side, a team official said Friday.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 29, 2017
Major Korean junior high school, cut off from Japan's tuition aid, to close in March
A major Korean junior high school in Osaka that had its funding cut off by the central and other governments will effectively close in March, school officials said.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Crime & Legal
Dec 28, 2017
Parents installed surveillance cameras outside home where mentally ill daughter was confined for 15 years
About 10 outdoor surveillance cameras were installed at an Osaka home where 33-year-old Airi Kakimoto was found dead last week, investigative sources said Wednesday.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Crime & Legal
Dec 25, 2017
Prosecutors appeal decision ordering retrial over patient's death in Shiga
Prosecutors on Monday appealed a high court decision ordering the retrial of a hospital worker who served 12 years behind bars after she was convicted of killing an elderly patient in 2003 by removing his respirator.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Crime & Legal
Dec 25, 2017
Parents of dead Osaka woman reportedly admit confining her for 15 years
A man and woman who were arrested after the death of their 33-year-old daughter have confessed to confining her in a tiny room for around 15 years because, they said, she had a form of mental illness that made her violent, according to police sources.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Crime & Legal
Dec 25, 2017
Osaka arcade chief and six staff held over alleged rigging of crane games
The operator and six employees of an Osaka-based arcade chain were arrested over the weekend on suspicion of defrauding four customers of u00a5470,000 by encouraging them to play rigged crane game machines.
Japan Times
LIFE / Food & Drink / OSAKA RESTAURANTS
Dec 23, 2017
Louis Blanc: A French study in culinary contrasts
Start with dessert, or desserts, and stay for dinner. And more dessert.
Japan Times
LIFE / Food & Drink / OSAKA RESTAURANTS
Dec 23, 2017
Yes! Burger: Gets an affirmative, though side-issues need work
The crew behind Garage 39, a craft beer pub, have gone west and opened up a burger outpost.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 23, 2017
Osaka considered likely to host Japan's first G20 summit
The city of Osaka is a likely candidate to host a summit of leaders from the Group of 20 major economies to be held in Japan in 2019, informed sources said Saturday.
Japan Times
SOCCER / J. League
Dec 23, 2017
Cerezo, Marinos advance to Emperor's Cup final
Yoichiro Kakitani scored the winner as Cerezo Osaka advanced to the Emperor's Cup final against Yokohama F. Marinos thanks to a hard-fought 3-1 extra-time win over Vissel Kobe on Saturday.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League
Dec 22, 2017
Narito Namizato plays instrumental role in Lakestars' victory over Susanoo Magic
The Shiga Lakestars pulled away in the third quarter of Friday night's game against the Shimane Susanoo Magic.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League / B. LEAGUE NOTEBOOK
Dec 21, 2017
Evessa coach Dai Oketani brings passion to the game
While Japan pro basketball dealt with massive changes over the past dozen years, Dai Oketani built his credentials as one of the most respected, accomplished head coaches here.
Who needs AI when you have Hatsune Miku?
Over the first six months of 2024, a handful of songs using Vocaloid singer Hatsune Miku’s voice have enjoyed widespread attention, underlining a global interest in the character and the technology she represents.
Yen’s woes seem too big for even a BOJ hike this month to solve
The Bank of Japan headquarters in Tokyo
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.
Trump makes his grand RNC entrance with a bandaged ear and a VP pick
Former U.S. President Donald Trump during the Republican National Convention (RNC) in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on Monday
China’s economic growth comes in worse than expected
Pedestrians in the Wangfujing shopping area in Beijing on July 11, 2024. China's economic growth in the second quarter was lower than forecast, adding pressure on Chinese leaders to lift confidence at the Chinese Communist Party's third plenum this week.
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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