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US JAPAN RELATIONS

Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jul 14, 2016
Japan, Mongolia agree to boost economic ties
The top leaders of Japan and Mongolia agreed Thursday to boost economic ties by taking full advantage of a new bilateral trade deal.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 13, 2016
After South China Sea ruling, could tiny Okinotorishima be the next flash point?
After an international court issued a stinging rebuke of Beijing's expansive claims in the South China Sea on Tuesday, the next flash point to emerge could be a bit closer to home — but just a bit.
JAPAN
Jul 12, 2016
Taiwan, city of Gotemba sign banana deal
Taiwan's Council of Agriculture and Gotemba, Shizuoka Prefecture, have signed a letter of intent to cooperate on the city's school lunch program in a new cooperation model meant to strengthen ties between the two sides.
EDITORIALS
Jul 10, 2016
SOFA-related change falls short
Japan should renegotiate the Status of Forces Agreement it has with the U.S. so it can have greater jurisdiction over crimes committed by Americans with U.S. military ties.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / ANALYSIS
Jul 7, 2016
Growing activity in East China Sea shines spotlight on lack of Japan-China communication protocol
The Defense Ministry said fighter jets were scrambled a record 199 times between April and June in response to Chinese aircraft activity.
JAPAN
Jul 5, 2016
Japan scrambled jets against China a record 199 times in April-June
Air Self-Defense Force fighter jets scrambled a record 199 times against Chinese aircraft approaching Japanese airspace in the April-June period, the Defense Ministry's Joint Staff said.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jul 5, 2016
Japan, U.S. agree to narrow definition of 'civilian component' protected by SOFA
The Japanese and U.S. governments limit the extent to which U.S. military workers are protected under the Status of Forces Agreement in Japan.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 5, 2016
Tokyo denies Beijing's claim that Japanese jets locked targeting radar on fighters over East China Sea
China's Defense Ministry has accused Japanese jets of locking their weapons-targeting radar on its fighters over the East China Sea, an allegation denied Tuesday by a high-ranking Japanese official.
JAPAN / Politics
Jul 4, 2016
Deal reached on U.S. base worker status in Japan
The Japanese and U.S. governments have agreed to narrow the extent to which American citizens can be granted preferential treatment under the bilateral pact that governs jurisdiction over U.S. military personnel and base workers, according to a draft agreement obtained Monday.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jul 4, 2016
South Korea's new ambassador aims to get closer to Japanese people
South Korea's new ambassador to Japan, Lee Joon-gyu, said he wants to have a more intimate relationship with the Japanese people and shape bilateral relations toward the future.
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / How-tos / LIFELINES
Jul 3, 2016
Tired of government inaction, activist works to make Japan rape crisis center a reality
Victim once known only as 'Jane' is now raising funds for a long-sought rape crisis center in Tokyo equipped with a 24-hour hotline.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 2, 2016
Japan's U.N. envoy airs concern over South China Sea disputes
Japanese Ambassador to the United Nations Koro Bessho on Friday voiced deep concern about territorial spats between China and other countries and said the U.N. Security Council will take up the issue if requested.
JAPAN / Politics
Jul 1, 2016
Britain will not turn its back on Europe: ambassador
Britain will not walk away from Europe even as it prepares to leave the European Union, Britain's envoy to Japan said Friday.
JAPAN
Jun 30, 2016
Taiwan, Japan to discuss fishing near Okinotori next month
Representatives from Taiwan and Japan will meet in Taipei next month to discuss fishing near Okinotori, the southernmost point of Japanese territory, the island's Foreign Ministry said Thursday.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jun 30, 2016
Kishida urges Britain to ensure stable environment for Japanese firms
Japan and Britain have agreed to work closely following the latter's vote to leave the European Union, including addressing worries among Japanese companies of problems they may face, Japan's Foreign Ministry said.
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Voices / COMMUNITY CHEST
Jun 29, 2016
Letters: Snowden and the sheeple; 'U.S. Marines culture' was once like Japan's
A couple of readers' responses to recent Community Page articles.
JAPAN / Politics
Jun 28, 2016
Japan, U.S. affirm coordination over Brexit fallout, maritime security
The Japanese and U.S. governments pledged close coordination over fallout from Britain's vote to leave the European Union, which has sparked global economic uncertainty and doubts about continued European unity.
JAPAN
Jun 25, 2016
Top Japanese bureaucrat dismisses Beijing claim after Chinese warship sailed through 'international strait'
The top bureaucrat at the Foreign Ministry on Friday rebutted China's justification that one of its naval vessels was exercising the right to free passage through an international strait when it sailed in and around Japanese territorial waters earlier this month.
JAPAN / Politics
Jun 22, 2016
Japan, Russia resume talks on postwar peace treaty
Senior Japanese and Russian officials agreed Wednesday to continue talks on a post-World War II peace treaty, with the two countries yet to formally end hostilities due to a territorial dispute over Russian-held, Japanese-claimed islands off Hokkaido.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 21, 2016
SDF on alert for possible North Korean ballistic missile launch
The Self-Defense Forces go on alert for a potential ballistic missile launch by North Korean, revving up their Patriot interceptor batteries just in case.
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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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'
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