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US JAPAN RELATIONS

Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jun 26, 2022
Japanese and South Korean leaders unlikely to meet during NATO summit
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol and U.S. leader Joe Biden, however, will hold their first trilateral summit since September 2017.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 23, 2022
Okinawa marks 77th anniversary of major World War II ground battle
Okinawa Gov. Denny Tamaki said Russia's invasion of Ukraine evoked memories of the conflict in the prefecture, while pledging to work to abolish nuclear weapons and renounce war.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / ANALYSIS
Jun 22, 2022
North Korea's Kim presides over major military meeting as nuke test fears grow
The Central Military Commission was set to decide on “important strategic and tactical tasks' for the country's military, the latest signal that a nuclear test may be imminent.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 21, 2022
Japan says China set up gas drilling facility in contested sea area
Tokyo fears Beijing's unilateral development in the area may lead to the siphoning off of resources from beneath the Japanese side of the line.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 20, 2022
Japan, South Korea, Australia and New Zealand eye summit on NATO fringes
Leaders from the four countries are expected to deepen cooperation in realizing a so-called free and open Indo-Pacific and may discuss increased support for Pacific island nations.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 19, 2022
Japan NPO aims to deliver for people suffering under Myanmar junta
The group of cross-party Japanese lawmakers will raise money to directly aid people in Myanmar while lobbying for a return to democracy.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 17, 2022
Japan protests to China over resource development in East China Sea
Tokyo says the activity has continued despite a 2008 agreement for bilateral cooperation in the area's waters.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 17, 2022
South Korea's outgoing ambassador finally meets Japan's foreign minister
Kang Chang-il held no talks with any Japanese foreign minister or prime minister during his year-and-a-half tenure.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 15, 2022
South Korean foreign minister to visit Japan after Upper House election
The postponement of Park Jin's visit apparently reflected Tokyo's concerns over the possible negative impact a conciliatory stance toward Seoul could have on voters.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 15, 2022
Japan and Australia vow to deepen defense cooperation in Indo-Pacific region
Defense Minister Nobuo Kishi and his Australian counterpart Richard Marles said the two nations confirmed plans to enhance training designed to increase defense force interoperability.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / FOCUS
Jun 14, 2022
As North Korean missiles fly, Seoul signals need to revitalize intel pact with Tokyo
Pyongyang's record-breaking number of launches this year continues to push Seoul and Tokyo closer after years of soured ties, including on the contentious GSOMIA pact.
Japan Times
JAPAN / FOCUS
Jun 13, 2022
Japan has opened the door to Ukrainians. Its tech sector may get a boost in return.
Businesses are taking note of prewar efforts in Ukraine to improve its tech capabilities, and some see lessons for Japan as it attempts to level up its own digital economy.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 13, 2022
Despite row, South Korea looks to 'normalize' security cooperation with Japan
The remarks by South Korea's defense chief were the latest sign of a thaw in bilateral ties frayed over wartime issues.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jun 12, 2022
Kishi warns Beijing against Sino-Russian military exercises near Japan
Nobuo Kishi's meeting with Wei Fenghe in Singapore marked the first time a Japanese and a Chinese defense minister held an in-person meeting since 2019.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 11, 2022
In first, Japan, U.S. and South Korea stress importance of 'peace and stability' in Taiwan Strait
It was the first time that the Taiwan issue was referred to in defense ministerial talks among the three nations.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 11, 2022
Japan defense minister delivers speech targeting 'rule-flouting' nuclear-armed neighbors
Nobuo Kishi said Japan is on the “front lines” with nuclear-armed Russia, China and North Korea, and urged cooperation in halting their attempts to unilaterally change the status quo.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jun 11, 2022
Japan and Singapore to launch talks on defense equipment transfer pact
Japan and Singapore will start negotiations to reach a deal on the transfer of defense equipment and technology, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said Saturday.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jun 11, 2022
U.S. defense chief calls Indo-Pacific ‘center of strategic gravity’ amid China’s moves near Taiwan
U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin says Washington's commitment still strong amid concerns that a crisis similar to Russia's invasion of Ukraine could erupt in Asia.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 9, 2022
South Korea's foreign minister eyes Japan visit in late June
Park's visit to Japan, which would be the first by a South Korean foreign minister since November 2019, is believed to take place after he returns from a trip to the United States.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 8, 2022
Japan and South Korea affirm improvement of ties as 'urgent task'
Officials confirmed that the two governments should keep discussing matters of concern, such as issues related to wartime labor and 'comfort women,' in a timely fashion.
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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