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JAPAN / Society
Jun 26, 2020
Japan Black Lives Matter marches reflect shared sense of justice, U.S. envoy says
'Perhaps some people feel that it's important to hold the ideal America up in the mirror and hold it to account,' says Osaka-Kobe Consul General Karen Kelley.
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JAPAN / View from Osaka
Jun 21, 2020
Has Black Lives Matter’s Osaka march inspired new generation of rights activists in Japan?
The vast majority of participants at a Black Lives Matter march on June 7 appeared to be under 40 — with many likely in their teens and 20s.
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JAPAN / EXPLAINER
Jun 21, 2020
Tokyo and Osaka governors vie for national attention
As Yuriko Koike gears up for re-election in the Tokyo gubernatorial race, comparisons are being drawn between her and Osaka Gov. Hirofumi Yoshimura.
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JAPAN / Politics / FOCUS
Jun 20, 2020
Osaka's second merger push faces pitfalls from pandemic, Abe's poll woes
Osaka voters will once again face a referendum on merging the city's 24 wards following a decision on a plan that would create four large, semiautonomous wards.
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JAPAN / Science & Health
Jun 18, 2020
Expert urges Japan to keep up virus guard as most lack antibodies
Call for periodic tests follows findings in capital and Osaka and Miyagi prefectures.
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TENNIS
Jun 16, 2020
Naomi Osaka, Kei Nishikori aiming to compete at U.S. Open
Former world No. 1 Naomi Osaka intends to compete at this year's U.S. Open, as does fellow countryman Kei Nishikori, who has been recovering from a right elbow injury, their management company said Tuesday.
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TENNIS
Jun 11, 2020
Naomi Osaka in no mood to back down on support for Black Lives Matter
The two-time Grand Slam champion has been vocal in her support of the protests against racial injustice that are happening around the world.
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JAPAN
Jun 10, 2020
Osaka aims to hold referendum on metropolis plan on Nov. 1
Osaka Mayor Ichiro Matsui said Wednesday he will aim to hold a referendum on Nov. 1 on whether to restructure the city into a metropolis like Tokyo to achieve more effective governance.
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JAPAN
Jun 10, 2020
Japan broadcaster NHK under fire over flawed video on anti-racism movement
Public broadcaster NHK has apologized for its attempt to educate viewers on the Black Lives Matter movement in the United States, after its video on anti-racism demonstrations came under fire for lacking context on racial injustice and the police brutality that had spurred such protests worldwide.
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BUSINESS
Jun 8, 2020
Universal Studios Japan reopens to local residents after three-month hiatus
People seemed to enjoy the smaller crowds caused by the Hollywood theme park's phased reopening plan.
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COMMUNITY / Voices / FOREIGN AGENDA
Jun 8, 2020
Why we're marching for Black lives in Japan
What we are witnessing is a simple matter of human rights, which makes it an issue for everyone.
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JAPAN
Jun 7, 2020
Protesters hit Tokyo and Osaka streets with rallies against racism and police brutality
Protesters said racial discrimination and the treatment of foreigners in Japan are topics often avoided by the media and in public discourse.
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JAPAN / Science & Health / FOCUS
Jun 3, 2020
Japan pushes homegrown coronavirus vaccines to secure supply
The government is concerned that foreign vaccines may be not widely available in the nation.
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JAPAN
Jun 2, 2020
Osaka introduces QR contact tracing system as bars and restaurants reopen
Users who scan the code at establishments will be notified if another patron is later found to have become infected.
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TENNIS
Jun 2, 2020
Naomi Osaka adds voice to U.S. protests: 'Silence is betrayal'
The Japanese tennis star has been vocal on social media since the death of George Floyd in police custody spurred nationwide demonstrations.
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JAPAN / Science & Health
Jun 2, 2020
Pandemic and new app give Osaka city's smokers incentive to kick the habit
Toyonaka in Osaka Prefecture, which launched the program last year, has seen a roughly threefold increase in users since the pandemic began.
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JAPAN
Jun 1, 2020
Universal Studios Japan to reopen June 8 after three-month shutdown
Tokyo Disney Resort and USJ have been closed since Feb. 29 to aid in Japan's efforts to slow the spread of the coronavirus.
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JAPAN
May 26, 2020
Osaka izakaya woos virus-wary drinkers with face shields
A Japanese-style izakaya pub in Osaka has started distributing free face shields for use by its customers, in the hope of regaining drinkers after the state of emergency, over the novel coronavirus, was lifted last week.
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BASEBALL / Japanese Baseball
May 25, 2020
Orix plays intrasquad game as NPB inches toward opening day
The Buffaloes ramped up their preparation for the upcoming season with a practice game on Monday.
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COMMUNITY / Our Lives / 20 QUESTIONS
May 24, 2020
Takashi Omae: Uplifting his community through udon
Noodle chef Takashi Omae on coming up with ramen-udon noodle fusion recipes, how COVID-19 has impacted business and his recent film debut.

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