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Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Nov 2, 2021
JAL expects ¥146 billion net loss in FY 2021, marking a second year in the red
The COVID-19 plunge in air travel had already resulted in huge losses — the airline's first since a state-backed rehabilitation in 2012.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World / Geoeconomic Briefing
Nov 2, 2021
AUKUS has a significant part to play in the 'new Cold War' against China
The grouping of Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States has beefed up maritime capabilities, but has also created tension and suspicion among friends.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Nov 2, 2021
Japan’s stimulus likely to reveal Kishida’s true spending colors
Cash handouts and a relaunch of domestic travel subsidies will be considered for inclusion when the package is put together in mid-November.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Nov 1, 2021
Kishida lays out broad policy plans following election victory
The prime minister signaled on Monday that he will pursue defense policies aimed at deterring China, address climate change and accelerate the recovery from the pandemic.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Nov 1, 2021
Japan eases limits on attendance at large events as virus cases fall
Attendance at events held across the country can now be 5,000 spectators or 50% of venue capacity, whichever is larger.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
Nov 1, 2021
Japan wins pair of group bronze medals at Rhythmic Gymnastics World Championships
The 2021 Rhythmic Gymnastics World Championships were held at West Japan General Exhibition Center Annex in Kitakyushu.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / FOCUS
Oct 31, 2021
Voters to keep eye on Kishida's course correction from Abe-Suga era
Fumio Kishida appears poised to differentiate himself from his predecessor Yoshihide Suga in order to avoid quickly following him out of office.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / ANALYSIS
Oct 31, 2021
Bold foreign policy moves unlikely as Kishida bides time ahead of Upper House election
Kishida has laid out pressing foreign policy priorities — from a tougher stance on China to bolstering the U.S.-Japan alliance. But don't expect radical changes from the new leader.
Japan Times
SOCCER / J. League
Oct 31, 2021
With most fans vaccinated, J. League sees path to pre-pandemic crowds
After 20 months of uncertainty and heavy restrictions, league officials are optimistic that they will be able to raise average attendances in the remaining five weeks of the season.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Oct 30, 2021
Travel agency H.I.S. expects record ¥53 billion loss amid pandemic
The Japanese firm's latest result follows the u00a525 billion loss it made in the previous fiscal year.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Oct 29, 2021
Japan consumer confidence logs 29-month high as virus emergency tapers off
Japan's consumer confidence in October rose to its highest level in almost two and a half years.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Oct 29, 2021
ANA to cut workforce by 9,000 as airline projects second year in red
The company said Friday it expects a net loss of u00a5100 billion for the year through March, rather than an earlier projected net profit of u00a53.5 billion.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Oct 29, 2021
Japan's September job availability rises ahead of economic restart
The jump came as businesses sought staff ahead of the economic restart linked to the government's lifting of the COVID-19 state of emergency.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Oct 28, 2021
Japan to open up COVID-19 booster shots to all residents
The policy differs from that of other nations, where the shots are mainly being limited to older people, health care workers and those with pre-existing conditions.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Science & Health
Oct 28, 2021
Pfizer to seek OK for use of COVID-19 shot in children in Japan age 5 to 11
The government is hinting that it will act swiftly to make the vaccine available to children in that demographic.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Oct 28, 2021
Toyota's global output drops 39% year on year amid supply crunch
Supply chain disruptions in Southeast Asia amid a coronavirus resurgence and semiconductor shortage have hit production by the automaker.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Oct 28, 2021
BOJ easing to continue as economic growth and price forecasts are cut
The combination of parts shortages, higher energy and material costs as well as a weaker yen is making the job harder for the BOJ.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Oct 28, 2021
Japan’s Communists are hardly radical, but make a handy election target
The party, which long ago abandoned Marx and Lenin and never really had time for Stalin or Mao, is about as radical as a beige cardigan.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Oct 28, 2021
Japan’s retail sales beat estimates as shoppers defy virus fears
The stronger-than-expected gain suggests overall consumption, the biggest component of the economy, may not have declined last quarter as much as expected.
Japan Times
JAPAN / FOCUS
Oct 27, 2021
Japan’s vaccination rate hits G7 milestone but may top out at 80%
The nation is now ranked No. 3 for its vaccination rate among the Group of Seven industrialized countries, after only Canada and Italy.
Triple whammy takes Japan bankruptcies to decade high
More Japanese firms have gone bankrupt in the first half of this year due to soaring costs, labor shortages and the end of pandemic-related support.
With eye on China, Japan deepens ties with Pacific islands at Tokyo summit
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and the Cook Islands' Prime Minister Mark Brown shake hands during 10th Pacific Islands Leaders Meeting on Thursday in Tokyo.
Say cheese: Japanese scientists make robot face 'smile' with living skin
A researcher at the University of Tokyo shows a face mold covered in human skin tissue at its lab.
Rainy season ends in Tokai and Kanto regions
The streets of Tokyo's Ginza district on Thursday. The rainy season appears to have ended in the regions of Tokai and Kanto, including Tokyo, on Thursday, according to the Meteorological Agency.
India’s envoy in Japan calls for boosted supply chain and defense cooperation
Indian Ambassador Sibi George says one of his main tasks in his post is to boost Japanese public and private investments the South Asian powerhouse.
After Tokyo Olympic disappointment, Nadeshiko Japan look for redemption
Japan's Hikaru Kitagawa dribbles past a defender during an Olympic qualifying match against North Korea at National Stadium in Tokyo in February.
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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