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Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jul 14, 2019
U.S. won't mediate Japan-South Korea row, top American diplomat for Asia says
U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs David Stilwell says Washington has no plans to mediate a spat between Japan and South Korea, which are locked in a dispute over history and trade.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jul 13, 2019
Tokyo and Seoul give dueling accounts of talks amid export row
South Korean officials say they asked Japan to lift strict controls on high-tech exports, rejecting claims by Tokyo that no such demand was made.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jul 13, 2019
U.S. ambassador to Japan William Hagerty to leave post for Senate run, Trump says
U.S. Ambassador William Hagerty will leave his post to run for the Senate, President Donald Trump tweeted late Friday. Hagerty received a “Complete & Total Endorsement” from the American leader.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jul 13, 2019
61% of South Koreans blame Japanese government for diplomatic row
A total of 61 percent of South Koreans blame the Japanese government alone for the recent diplomatic friction between Seoul and Tokyo, an opinion poll in South Korea has shown.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jul 12, 2019
Complexity of economic spat comes into focus as Japanese and South Korean officials meet over trade row
Working-level talks between Japanese and South Korean export control officials ran over the intended time frame Friday, highlighting the complexity of the economic spat between the two Asian neighbors in the wake of Tokyo's decision to strengthen export evaluations on three chemicals key to chip and...
BUSINESS
Jul 12, 2019
South Korea demands proof from Japan for accusation of export violations
South Korea said on Friday it deeply regrets accusations by some senior Japanese officials that South Korea did not enforce proper export control and Japan must present clear evidence for its assertion.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / ANALYSIS
Jul 11, 2019
No exit in sight from worst Japan-South Korea dispute in decades
Japan and South Korea say they're willing to meet over Tokyo's move to tighten regulations on vital tech exports to its neighbor, but neither has much political incentive to climb down from one of their worst economic disputes in decades.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / FOCUS
Jul 10, 2019
Japan, 'surprised' by South Korean response to export control, accuses Seoul of trying to make the issue about free trade
Japan was taken aback by the strong reaction from South Korea to its decision to tighten export controls on some chemicals, a senior foreign ministry official said.
BUSINESS
Jul 10, 2019
U.S. says Huawei still blacklisted, except when it's not
The U.S. said it would grant licenses allowing companies to export goods to Huawei Technologies Co. but won't remove the Chinese technology giant from an export blacklist, as talks between the world's two biggest economies resumed.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jul 10, 2019
South Korea's Moon warns business leaders to prepare for a prolonged fight with Japan
South Korean President Moon Jae-in warned top business leaders of an extended battle with Japan over its export controls on vital manufacturing materials, raising concerns their latest fight could disrupt global supply chains.
BUSINESS
Jul 10, 2019
U.S. exempts some medical, electronic devices from China tariffs
The Trump administration will exempt 110 Chinese products, from medical equipment to key capacitors, from hefty tariffs, it said on Tuesday, offering relief to some U.S. firms which have said the taxes harm their bottom lines.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jul 9, 2019
Boycott Japan: South Koreans take to social media in reaction to trade spat
#BoycottJapan is trending in South Korea.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jul 9, 2019
Japan stands firm on export curbs as South Korea denies passing chemical to North
Tokyo and Seoul ratcheted up tensions Tuesday in their diplomatic dispute that threatens to disrupt the global supply of smartphones and chips.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Jul 8, 2019
Japan's current account surplus down 15.8% on weak China exports
The current account surplus tumbled 15.8 percent in May to ¥1.59 trillion as exports to China declined amid U.S.-China trade tensions, according to government data released Monday.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Jul 8, 2019
In jab at U.S., Chinese Vice President Wang Qishan says world cannot shut Beijing out
In an indirect jab at the United States — with which Beijing is currently trying to resolve a bitter trade war — China and the rest of the world must co-exist, Chinese Vice President Wang Qishan said Monday.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jul 7, 2019
African leaders launch free trade zone in what could be economic game changer
African leaders met Sunday to launch a continental free-trade zone that if successful would unite 1.3 billion people, create a $3.4 trillion economic bloc and usher in a new era of development.
EDITORIALS
Jul 5, 2019
Get Japan-South Korea diplomacy back on track
It's time to make more serious efforts to restore Tokyo-Seoul relations, and the first step that must be taken is for South Korea to promptly agree to hold talks with Japan over the wartime labor issue, as called for under the 1965 agreement.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Jul 5, 2019
U.S.-China spat won't spark a global recession
The impact of the U.S.-China trade war on the Japanese and European economies won't be that serious.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jul 4, 2019
Frustrated with South Korea, Japan greenlights curbs on smartphone and semiconductor supplies
South Korea's economic policy chief said he would not rule out countermeasures against Japan if Tokyo maintains restrictions on the exports for an extended period.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jul 4, 2019
Amid trade war detente, China considers buying some U.S. farm products as show of goodwill
China is considering buying some U.S. agricultural products as a gesture of goodwill amid the resumption of trade talks between Beijing and Washington, though the volume is likely to be smaller than before, according to people familiar with the situation.
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.
Harry Kewell fired by Yokohama F. Marinos
Yokohama F. Marinos coach Harry Kewell before an Asian Champions League match against Ulsan Hyundai, in Ulsan, South Korea, on April 17
Statue of A-bombed Japanese girl in Seattle stolen
The Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes statue in Seattle's Peace Park. The statue was reported missing on Friday by the city government of Seattle.
'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.
Yen’s woes seem too big for even a BOJ hike this month to solve
The Bank of Japan headquarters in Tokyo
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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