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WORLD

Japan Times
JAPAN
Jan 28, 2022
Japan to recommend Sado mine for UNESCO World Heritage listing
The move could inflame tensions with South Korea, which opposes the registration due to the use of Korean wartime labor at the site.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Jan 28, 2022
Japan beats China to remain second in World Cup qualifying group
The win at Saitama Stadium kept manager Hajime Moriyasu's side second in the group with 15 points from seven games.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Film
Jan 27, 2022
‘The World of You’: Director returns to the complexities of youth
Akihiko Shiota's drama, which features two former members of idol-pop group Sakura Gakuin as teenagers who develop an intense bond, presents the delicate nature of relationships with nuance.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jan 24, 2022
Japan to ignore South Korean opposition in Sado mine World Heritage push
Despite South Korea's objections, Foreign Minister Yoshimasa Hayashi said that the country will not receive 'any diplomatic consideration' on the matter.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jan 21, 2022
Japan considers delaying controversial Sado mine for World Heritage list
South Korea's Foreign Ministry spokesperson said in a commentary that it opposes Japan's decision to push for the World Heritage designation of the mine.
Japan Times
SUMO / INSIDE SUMO
Jan 19, 2022
U.S. sumo fans get opportunity to see Japan's rising stars
Often considered de-facto world championship due to their high level of competition, the World Games give young talents a chance to shine ahead of their pro careers.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jan 19, 2022
Kishida vows to push for green and digital transformation in Davos message
In a speech to the World Economic Forum, the prime minister expressed his hope of creating a 'zero-emissions' community in Asia as the region faces geopolitical and geoeconomic challenges.
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Jan 18, 2022
Hideki Matsuyama returns to top 10 in world rankings
The reigning Masters champion has been as high as No. 2 in the world, but hasn't finished a year higher than No. 18 since 2017.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jan 17, 2022
Invest in nature and reap cash benefits, World Economic Forum urges cities
A nature revival project, carried out in the early 2000s, has lowered traffic, flooding and temperatures, stimulated nearly $2 billion in urban redevelopment.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jan 2, 2022
World's oldest person celebrates 119th birthday
Kane Tanaka at 119 has lived during the Meiji, Taisho, Showa, Heisei and current Reiwa eras
Japan Times
SOCCER / World cup / FOCUS
Dec 28, 2021
Mentor Masami Ihara sees Takehiro Tomiyasu-anchored defense key at World Cup
Having seen Japan make huge strides since their tournament debut in 1998, the 54-year-old Ihara believes the current team has players with the best potential yet.
Japan Times
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Dec 20, 2021
Ryoyu Kobayashi soars to third World Cup victory of season
Ski jumper Ryoyu Kobayashi won his third World Cup event of the season in Engelberg, Switzerland, on Sunday.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
Dec 19, 2021
Japanese players reach three finals at badminton world championships
Tokyo Olympic bronze medalists Yuta Watanabe and Arisa Higashino became the first Japanese mixed-doubles team to reach a final at the badminton world championships on Saturday, with Japanese players also set to appear in two other finals.
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Dec 19, 2021
Ryoyu Kobayashi finishes behind Karl Geiger in latest World Cup event
After capturing his 21st World Cup crown last weekend in Germany, the 25-year-old narrowly lost to overall World Cup leader Karl Geiger in a closely fought final in Engelberg.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 16, 2021
Japan to contribute record ¥376 billion to World Bank fund for poorer nations
The contribution will be made in a bid to help the poorest nations recover from the fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic.
MORE SPORTS
Dec 10, 2021
Rira Suzuki grabs silver at weightlifting world championships
Rira Suzuki and Ibuki Takahashi reached the podium at the weightlifting world championships in Uzbekistan on Wednesday, taking silver and bronze, respectively, in the women's 49-kg division.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Dec 8, 2021
Time to overhaul the global financial system
Banking regulations should be revised and a new and improved credit-rating system implemented to facilitate more lending to developing countries.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
Dec 6, 2021
Takuro Hoki and Yugo Kobayashi beat No. 1 pair to become first Japanese men to win doubles titles at World Tour Finals
Takuro Hoki and Yugo Kobayashi became the first Japanese to win the men's doubles championship at the badminton World Tour Finals by beating the world's top-ranked pair in their home country of Indonesia on Sunday.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Dec 5, 2021
World Cup CEO hopes to build on Tokyo lessons for packed stadiums
Organizers are hopeful next year's compact tournament will be able to fully welcome fans, avoiding a repeat of the nearly spectatorless Tokyo Olympics.
Japan Times
SUMO
Dec 5, 2021
Former yokozuna Hakuho recognized for five Guinness world records
Hakuho's achievements were first recognized by Guinness in 2015 when he surpassed the record of 33 championships set by Taiho, the Showa era's greatest yokozuna.
'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.
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.
Japan keeps up yen warnings as two-day intervention suspected
An electronic screen displays a graph showing yen exchange rates surging against the U.S. dollar amid an alert to the possibility of intervention in Tokyo on Friday.
Hyogo governor stands firm on not resigning despite official's death
Hyogo Gov. Motohiko Saito speaks to reporters on Tuesday.
Four injured after man sets fire to Japan city hall
Police said four people were injured after a man set fire to a city hall in Aichi Prefecture, with local media reporting he had been arrested.
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.
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