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US JAPAN RELATIONS

Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 21, 2022
Japan pressed Russia to note 1956 declaration on disputed islands in 1991 statement
While the 1991 document was the first to acknowledging disagreement between Tokyo and Moscow on the islands, it stopped short of confirming earlier talks on their partial transfer.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 21, 2022
Government hid summit talks on rice tariffs with U.S. in 1991, document shows
Then-Prime Minister Toshiki Kaifu, whose position was fragile within his ruling party, apparently feared a backlash over the risk to Japan's agricultural sector posed by cheap imports.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 21, 2022
Japan sought China and South Korea's views before 1991 SDF Gulf dispatch
Before finalizing the dispatch of SDF ships to the Persian Gulf in April 1991, Japan had, behind the scenes, sounded out other Asian nations as well on their views on such a move.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 21, 2022
Japan and U.S. eyeing Biden visit to Nagasaki in 2023
The G7 summit, to be held from May 19 to 21, will be hosted by Kishida, who represents a constituency in Hiroshima.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 20, 2022
Envoy says Japan's new security policy has 'unified' support in U.S.
Ambassador stressed that an increase in Japan's defense spending and adoption of a new security strategy reflects 'the changing environment.'
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 20, 2022
Report claims Tokyo is unwitting host to Chinese 'police station'
Tokyo was among 102 locations in at least 53 countries around the world where such stations are allegedly located.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 19, 2022
U.S. won’t help fund China’s chip ambitions, Rahm Emanuel says
Over the past two months, the U.S. has taken its strongest steps yet to prevent China from buying or making leading-edge semiconductors.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 18, 2022
Japan and U.S. set up military intelligence team at Yokota Air Base
The team will analyze information collected by the nations' defense equipment, including U.S. unmanned aircraft recently deployed near the East China Sea.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 17, 2022
U.S. hails Japan's new security strategy as China lashes out over moves
Washington called Tokyo's revision of key security documents a 'bold and historic step,' while Beijing urged Japan to refrain from hyping the 'China threat.'
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 17, 2022
China says Japan's defense shift provokes 'regional tension'
In a statement, the Chinese Embassy in Tokyo said Japan's move “seriously deviates from the basic facts” and “provokes regional tension and confrontation.”
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 16, 2022
Japan approves major defense overhaul in dramatic policy shift
The government passed revisions to three key security documents that outline a tough new stance on China and pave the way for Tokyo's acquisition of a 'counterstrike capability.'
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 16, 2022
Japan considers broaching revision of defense guidelines with U.S.
The move would come weeks after Tokyo amends its key security documents amid growing security concerns in the Asia-Pacific region.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan / Geoeconomic Briefing
Dec 15, 2022
New national security strategy needs to respond to realities on three fronts
With China, North Korea and Russia each posing a different problem, Japan's security strategy must shift to realistic strategies that cope with and deter existing threats.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Dec 15, 2022
Toyota and Thai conglomerate to work toward carbon neutrality
Akio Toyoda, president of Toyota, told reporters in Bangkok on Wednesday that Toyota and Charoen Pokphand Group have agreed to utilize each other's strengths and assets to reduce emissions.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 14, 2022
Foreign minister eyes visit to China in December amid strained ties
The visit would be the first to China by a Japanese foreign minister in three years.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Dec 14, 2022
What happens in Taiwan doesn’t stay in Taiwan
Taiwan is too important to Japan and the global economy to ignore its tensions with China.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 14, 2022
As China marks 85 years since Nanking, official extends olive branch to Japan
The remarks came in the wake of summit talks between Xi Jinping and Fumio Kishida in which the leaders pledged to seek 'constructive and stable' ties.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 13, 2022
Toxic compounds found around U.S. bases in Japan
Local municipalities have asked the Japanese government to conduct on-site inspections at the bases that are believed to have caused the pollution.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 13, 2022
South Korea to coordinate with U.S. and Japan on North Korea sanctions
The three countries this month imposed more sanctions on North Korean officials connected to the country's weapons programs after Pyongyang's intercontinental ballistic missile test.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Longform
Dec 12, 2022
Smooth operator: Rahm Emanuel’s transition to life as a diplomat
The U.S. ambassador on adjusting to life in Tokyo, his direct management style and dealing with Japanese politicians.
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.
Yen’s woes seem too big for even a BOJ hike this month to solve
The Bank of Japan headquarters in Tokyo
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.
Trump makes his grand RNC entrance with a bandaged ear and a VP pick
Former U.S. President Donald Trump during the Republican National Convention (RNC) in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on Monday
China’s economic growth comes in worse than expected
Pedestrians in the Wangfujing shopping area in Beijing on July 11, 2024. China's economic growth in the second quarter was lower than forecast, adding pressure on Chinese leaders to lift confidence at the Chinese Communist Party's third plenum this week.
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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