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U 22 JAPAN

Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
Aug 29, 2013
Strong blocking carries Brazil past Japan in FIVB Women's World Grand Prix finals
Japan failed to capitalize on its opportunities, falling in three sets to 2012 Olympic volleyball champion Brazil on Thursday at the FIVB Women's World Grand Prix finals.
EDITORIALS
Aug 29, 2013
Welcoming Ms. Kennedy to Japan
we hope that incoming ambassador Ms. Caroline Kennedy will play an active role in helping to resolve some of the thorny bilateral issues that Japan and the U.S. are facing.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Science & Health
Aug 29, 2013
Stressed expats need, but oft sidestep real help: therapist
Many expatriates who face problems adjusting to the cultural differences of Japan tend to abuse alcohol and other drugs to deal with the stress of the transition, according to a Polish psychologist and therapist who counsels foreign residents in Japan.
Japan Times
CARTOONS / DAHL'S JAPAN
Aug 29, 2013
Other Women
CULTURE / Music / STRANGE BOUTIQUE
Aug 28, 2013
Twenty years ago, Cornelius releases the track that defined Shibuya-kei
The song "The Sun is My Enemy," released 20 years ago on Sept. 1, 1993, may have only reached No. 15 on the Japanese singles charts, but its importance lingers.
COMMENTARY / World
Aug 28, 2013
Obama's great Asian dawdle
The U.S. has sent out a contradictory message: It takes a hands-off approach to the Senkaku territorial dispute yet it scowls at Japan's interest in acquiring offensive capability to deter aggression.
JAPAN
Aug 27, 2013
Iwate governor thanks U.S. for 3/11 Operation Tomodachi help
The governor of Iwate Prefecture — one of the areas hardest hit by the March 11, 2011, quake and tsunami — hosted an event in New York on Monday to thank the United States for its help after the devastating disasters.
EDITORIALS
Aug 27, 2013
Reducing food loss
More than 30 Japanese food companies, wholesalers and convenient store chains are testing a way to reduce 'food loss' caused by strict obeisance to expiration dates.
EDITORIALS
Aug 27, 2013
Improving relations with Russia
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and President Vladimir Putin will meet on the fringe of the Group of 20 leaders summit next week in Saint Petersburg to discuss mutual trust.
EDITORIALS
Aug 26, 2013
Stop eating Pacific bluefin tuna
One Japan's favorite foods, Pacific Bluefin tuna, is about to become harder to get and more expensive as Japan proposes cuts in the tuna catch in response to overfishing.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Aug 26, 2013
Japan Post makes foray into support services for elderly
Japan Post Co. said Monday it will begin offering support services for the elderly in October by making use of its mail delivery network, stepping beyond its postal, savings and insurance businesses for the first time.
ASIA PACIFIC
Aug 26, 2013
China building first amphibious assault ship: think tank
Increasingly assertive China is building its first amphibious assault ship capable of carrying multiple hovercraft and helicopters to strengthen naval landing operations.
Japan Times
CARTOONS / DAHL'S JAPAN
Aug 25, 2013
Debt Drowning
Japan Times
CULTURE / Books
Aug 24, 2013
China's contribution to Japan's defeat
An estimated 14 million to 20 million Chinese died during this epic struggle of resistance against Japanese aggression in a war that produced a staggering 80 million to 100 million refugees. Despite the prolonged onslaught of Japan's modern military machine for eight long years, a divided China, mostly...
Japan Times
JAPAN
Aug 23, 2013
Critics split on Kennedy's new role as U.S. envoy
Caroline Kennedy's appointment as the first female U.S. ambassador to Japan divides American experts on the bilateral security relationship.
EDITORIALS
Aug 22, 2013
Subsidized fertility treatments
The health ministry will introduce an age limit for couples who receive subsidies for fertility treatments. From fiscal 2016, the woman must not be older than 42.
Japan Times
Events / Events Outside Tokyo
Aug 22, 2013
Local fare on menu at Oita fest
To enhance the taste and healthfulness of local delicacies, residents of Oita are said to dip fish in sauce flavored with a locally grown, mildly sour Kabosu lime juice.
Japan Times
CARTOONS / DAHL'S JAPAN
Aug 22, 2013
China Japan Anniversary
MORE SPORTS
Aug 20, 2013
Athletics: Marathoner Yoshida to get longer ban
The Japan Sports Arbitration Agency on Tuesday announced it had accepted a plea by the Japan Anti-Doping Agency to have Japanese marathoner Kaori Yoshida's suspension increased from one year to two.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Aug 20, 2013
Pizza Hut incensed by worker's dough-faced Twitter stunt
A part-time worker at a Pizza Hut outlet in Tokyo uploaded a photo of himself on Twitter with pizza dough plastered all over his face in May, Kentucky Fried Chicken Japan Ltd., which owns the pizza delivery chain, has revealed.
'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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Akiko Trush says her experience with the neurological disorder dystonia left her feeling like she wanted to chop her own hand off.
The neurological disorder that 'kills culture'
By Tomoko Otake

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