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Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Apr 14, 2022
South Korea's incoming president denies report he asked to attend Quad summit in Japan
Asked about possible summits with U.S. President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, South Korean President-elect Yoon Suk-yeol's team said he 'welcomes' early meetings.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Apr 14, 2022
Washington and Tokyo deny Japan invited to join AUKUS security pact
White House press secretary Jen Psaki denied a media report that the U.S., U.K. and Australia are asking Japan to take part in the security pact.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Apr 13, 2022
Japan and Greece vow to resolutely deal with Russian invasion of Ukraine
Japan's foreign minister said at a press event in Tokyo that the foundation of the international order has been threatened by Moscow's invasion.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Apr 12, 2022
Japan OKs asset freezes on 398 Russians, including Putin's daughters
The new sanctions were announced after Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said Friday that Japan will phase out Russian coal imports in a major shift.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Apr 9, 2022
Japan and Russia plan talks on salmon quota despite Tokyo's sanctions
The Japanese government has decided it is necessary to hold negotiations despite the tense geopolitical environment in order to secure its own interests.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Apr 9, 2022
Japan, Philippines to aim for new defense cooperation pact
After their first 'two-plus-two' talks, the nations objected to 'unlawful maritime claims, militarization, coercive activities and threat or use of force in the South China Sea.'
Japan Times
JAPAN
Apr 9, 2022
Japanese firms and individuals line up to help arriving Ukrainian evacuees
From jobs and housing to food and washing machines, hundreds of companies and individuals have found ways to help the roughly 400 Ukrainians who have fled to Japan.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Apr 8, 2022
U.S. House speaker postpones Asia trip after positive COVID test
Pelosi was expected to visit Tokyo later this week to meet Prime Minister Fumio Kishida to affirm close cooperation amid Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Apr 7, 2022
Japan gives up on plan for Biden visit in April due to Ukraine war
Japan is now aiming to realize Biden's first visit as U.S. president in late May, with a summit of 'the Quad' leaders also possible around that time.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Apr 6, 2022
U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi to meet Kishida amid Ukraine war
Pelosi and the prime minister are expected to exchange views on the Ukraine crisis while affirming cooperation in maintaining a free and open Indo-Pacific region.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Apr 5, 2022
Japan and Philippines to hold first 'two-plus-two' security talks on Saturday
The talks are aimed at enhancing cooperation in countering China's increasing maritime assertiveness in the South and East China seas.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Apr 5, 2022
Japan defense chief looks to 'drastically' boost defense capabilities
Defense Minister Nobuo Kishi said his ministry will go ahead with discussions on a controversial plan that would allow Japan to acquire so-called enemy base strike capabilities.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Apr 1, 2022
Japan expands sanctions against North Korea over missile development
Tokyo has frozen the assets of four Russian organizations and nine North Koreans for their involvement in Pyongyang's nuclear and missile programs.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Mar 31, 2022
Japan to again designate Russian-held isles of Hokkaido as 'illegal occupation'
A draft paper also said the islands are an 'inherent' part of the territory of Japan, words that had been absent since the 2011 edition.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Mar 31, 2022
JICA office in China to stay open even after end of development aid
Japan's official development assistance to China started in December 1979 and has contributed to an improvement in infrastructure.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Mar 30, 2022
Japan rejects South Korean protest over school textbooks' descriptions
Relations between Tokyo and Seoul remain frosty over a group of islets controlled by South Korea but claimed by Japan, and issues related to World War II.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Mar 30, 2022
With eye on China, Japan considers security talks with Philippines and India
Arrangements are being made for Foreign Minister Yoshimasa Hayashi and Defense Minister Nobuo Kishi to host 'two-plus-two' meetings with their Philippines counterparts in early April.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Mar 28, 2022
South Korean president-elect seeks future-oriented approach to improving Seoul-Tokyo ties
Yoon Suk-yeol called South Korea and Japan 'partners that share many tasks to tackle such as security and economic prosperity.'
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan / Geoeconomic Briefing
Mar 28, 2022
Initiating dialogue on universal values is essential for Japan and China
Fifty years after normalizing ties, the two nations are still only halfway down the road to improving their relationship.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Mar 26, 2022
Kishida voices 'serious concern' over Russian nuclear threat in visit to Hiroshima with U.S. envoy
The prime minister and U.S. Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel also reaffirmed that they would continue to work toward a world without nuclear weapons.
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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