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JAPAN
Dec 2, 2021
Japan quickly reverses course on halt of new reservations for inbound flights
Less than 24 hours after it was announced, Japan retracted its decision in a rapid reversal of a stunning move, which had caught even the prime minister off guard.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Dec 2, 2021
China summons Japan envoy and rips Abe for warning about Taiwan invasion
While delivering a speech by video to an audience in Taiwan, Abe made some of the most pointed comments by a prominent Japanese politician on tensions in the Taiwan Strait.
Japan Times
JAPAN / FOCUS
Dec 2, 2021
Japan’s drug regulator considers sweeping changes after COVID-19 vaccine delay
After being one of the last major developed nations to approve Pfizer's vaccine, Japan's drug regulator is looking to ease approval requirements for future pandemics.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 2, 2021
Japan and Malaysia vow to boost ties amid China's rise
Kishida aired strong opposition to any 'unilateral attempts to change the status quo in the East and South China seas,' when he spoke with Malaysian Prime Minister Ismail Sabri on Thursday.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 1, 2021
Japan tells airlines to halt inbound flight bookings over omicron fears
People with existing bookings will still be able to fly into Japan despite the 'emergency measure' that came the same day the country logged its second case of the omicron variant.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 1, 2021
Buzzwords in Japan 2021: Ohtani and Tokyo Olympics loomed large
The language of the pandemic, while still present, took a back seat to phrases and words inspired by Shohei Ohtani, Thomas Bach, Yoshiro Mori and other sports-related figures.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 1, 2021
Japan's COVID-19 booster shot drive kicks off with health care workers
Third shots will eventually be administered free of charge to all residents age 18 and older at least eight months after their second doses.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Dec 1, 2021
BOJ member says spread of omicron warrants close monitoring
Seiji Adachi said that the central bank is ready to take additional easing steps, if necessary, to support struggling businesses, depending on the infection situation.
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JAPAN
Dec 1, 2021
Invasion of Taiwan by China would be ‘economic suicide,’ former PM Abe warns
The former Japanese leader singled out Chinese President Xi Jinping, in particular, saying that he 'should never have a misunderstanding in recognizing this.'
Japan Times
BASEBALL / Japanese Baseball
Dec 1, 2021
Shohei Ohtani mentor Hideki Kuriyama to become new Japan manager
The 60-year-old is credited with masterminding Ohtani's development as a two-way star while a member of the Fighters, before his move to the Los Angeles Angels.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Dec 1, 2021
Japan's first omicron variant case rekindles COVID-19 anxiety among businesses
Concerns over the variant have prompted major companies to cancel overseas business trips and firms are wary of COVID-19 restrictions being reimposed on social activities.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Dec 1, 2021
Emperor's Cup semis and final to be held without spectator limits
The Dec. 12 semifinals and Dec. 19 final of the tournament are set to be Japan's first major sports events without attendance limits since the start of the pandemic.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Nov 30, 2021
Japan confirms first case of omicron coronavirus variant
Genomic screening had detected the variant in a male Namibian diplomat in his 30s who had landed in Tokyo on Sunday traveling from from Namibia.
Japan Times
Figure Skating
Nov 30, 2021
Doubts emerge over Grand Prix final after Japan shuts borders
Both the Japan Skating Federation and the Japan Sports Agency said they did not know what the rules would be for foreigners scheduled to compete in the Dec. 9-12 event in Osaka.
Japan Times
JAPAN / FOCUS
Nov 30, 2021
Scores hoping to enter Japan in limbo — again — after latest entry ban
The country's new entry measures — which together with Israel are among the world's most stringent — mean that from Tuesday all new visitors are barred from entry.
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JAPAN / Science & Health
Nov 30, 2021
Japanese drugmaker Shionogi considers developing vaccine for omicron variant
The company is currently conducting a final clinical trial of its COVID-19 vaccine, aiming to make it available in March.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Nov 30, 2021
Nadeshiko Japan held to stalemate by second-string Netherlands
The reigning Asian champion could not capitalize after creating several chances against a virtually second-string Dutch side, putting just one shot on target at ADO Den Haag Stadium.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Nov 30, 2021
Japan factory production edges up as Asia’s supply snags ease
October's production gain came as parts shortages from Asia began to ease and car output increased for the first time in four months, a ministry official said.
JAPAN
Nov 29, 2021
Japanese fishing boat captain gets suspended term over fatal collision with Russian ship
The vessels' collision caused three crew members to fall into the sea and drown.
Japan Times
JAPAN / FOCUS
Nov 29, 2021
Boosters, logistics and shots for kids: Challenges remain as Japan hits vaccine turning point
As the country finishes its initial rollout of COVID-19 vaccines, Japan must simultaneously gear up to distribute a third dose.

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