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US JAPAN RELATIONS

Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jan 1, 2022
Kishida vows focus on COVID-19 response and 'new capitalism'
In his New Year's address, Kishida also said he would step up summit diplomacy in 2022 and that constitutional reform would be a 'major theme' of the year.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 31, 2021
In shift, all U.S. forces personnel to take virus test after arrival in Japan
The policy change came after the forces were criticized by Japan for exempting their troops from testing for the virus before departing from the United States.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Crime & Legal
Dec 30, 2021
South Korea court orders sale of confiscated Nippon Steel assets
Nippon Steel is highly likely to appeal the court's order, just like Mitsubishi Heavy did.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 28, 2021
Japan and China agree to begin operating defense hotline next year
The move comes amid continuing tensions over the Senkaku Islands in the East China Sea.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 27, 2021
Japan held drill in November assuming foreign occupation of Senkaku Islands
The drill took place on an uninhabited island in Nagasaki Prefecture with land features resembling Uotsuri Island, one of the islets that make up the Senkaku Islands.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Dec 25, 2021
Japan and U.S. may switch to virtual meeting of foreign and defense chiefs
A rapid surge in omicron cases in the United States has led both sides to consider holding a virtual meeting instead on Jan. 7 or 8, sources said.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 24, 2021
Japan and Taiwan ruling parties to boost economic security cooperation
The meeting was held as the LDP has stepped up exchanges with the Taiwanese ruling party, with the self-ruled island facing military pressure from an increasingly assertive China.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 23, 2021
Japan and U.S. draft operation plan for Taiwan contingency
The development will likely draw a backlash from China, which regards the self-ruled island of Taiwan as a renegade province to be reunified with the mainland, by force if necessary.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY
Dec 21, 2021
Not everyone is sold on the new U.S. ambassador to Japan
Emanuel's appointment is worrisome for Japan, which desires the ambassadors sent to Tokyo to have influence and support in their home governments, something he does not seem to enjoy.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 21, 2021
Japan agrees to 5% increase in funding for U.S. troops for five years from fiscal '22
Tokyo will pay u00a51.05 trillion ($9.2 billion) over the five-year period from April, but will contribute more to joint endeavors and less to U.S. military utility costs.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 20, 2021
Human Rights Watch calls on Japan to suspend military exchange with Myanmar
The exchange program for cadets from foreign countries provides the same courses that Japanese cadets take, including a broad range of military training.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / FOCUS
Dec 18, 2021
Japan business lobbyist backs Myanmar coup and urges investment
A Japanese former politician who campaigned to bring billions of dollars of investment from some of Japan's top companies to Myanmar has urged Tokyo to endorse its military regime.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 18, 2021
Former head of Japan's North Korea abductee kin group dies at 83
Shigeo Iizuka, who served for 14 years as the head of a group representing families of Japanese citizens abducted by North Korea in the 1970s and 1980s, died at the age of 83.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Dec 18, 2021
Japan finally gets a U.S. ambassador as Senate confirms Rahm Emanuel
The U.S. Senate voted 48-21 early Saturday to confirm the 62-year-old ex-Chicago mayor, who is known to be close to President Joe Biden, giving Tokyo its first American envoy in 2u00bd years.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Dec 18, 2021
Aide to South Korean presidential candidate eyes bolstered security cooperation with Japan
The remarks by an adviser to Lee Jae-myung are a departure from the policy of current President Moon Jae-in's administration, which has threatened to terminate the GSOMIA pact.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Dec 17, 2021
Japan's island paradise near the front line of tensions over Taiwan
Not long ago, Japan saw mostly economic opportunity with China, but with security challenges growing, the calculus has changed.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 16, 2021
China envoy urges Japan not to join diplomatic boycott of Olympics
Japan, a close U.S. ally that relies heavily on China in economic terms, is considering not sending Cabinet ministers to the Beijing Olympics, according to government sources.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 16, 2021
Japan's Kishida says he doesn't plan to attend Beijing Olympics
The prime minister's remarks in parliament came after the United States announced a diplomatic boycott of the Games amid rising criticism of China's human rights record.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Dec 15, 2021
Japan and U.S. to hold first 'two-plus-two' security talks under Kishida next month
Foreign Minister Yoshimasa Hayashi and Defense Minister Nobuo Kishi are expected to discuss with their U.S. counterparts new areas for bolstering the alliance.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 15, 2021
Kishida agrees with new German chancellor to expand defense cooperation
Kishida told Olaf Scholz that Japan has put emphasis on its relationship with Germany as the two countries share basic values such as democracy.
South Korea couple beat same-sex barriers to parenthood
South Korean lesbian couple Kim Kyu-jin (left) and her wife, Kim Sae-yeon, pose with a "pregnant woman" badge during an interview in Seoul last month.
Japan unveils new overtourism countermeasures
The majority of tourists in Japan tend to stay in Tokyo, Osaka or Kyoto, resulting in overcrowding in popular tourist spots and a strain on transportation systems.
Opportunities await the bold in the Year of the Wood Dragon
2024 marks the Year of the Dragon in the Chinese zodiac, with the year predicted to be a good time for fresh starts.
Japan pharma startup developing world-first drug to grow new teeth
A new tooth is seen in a ferret's mouth after it was administered a drug to stimulate the growth of tooth buds.
Don’t worry about global population collapse
Most projections show the world will hit peak humanity in the 21st century as people choose to have smaller families and women gain power over their own reproduction.
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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