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Japan Times
BASEBALL
Nov 14, 2019
Japan closer Yasuaki Yamasaki fueled by memories of disappointment at inaugural Premier12
There are no players as motivated as Yasuaki Yamasaki who are competing for Japan in the ongoing Premier12.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Tech
Nov 14, 2019
SoftBank considering plan to merge Yahoo Japan with Line
SoftBank Group Corp. is considering a plan to consolidate its Yahoo Japan internet business with the messaging service Line Corp.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Nov 14, 2019
Japan Display's first half net loss tops ¥100 billion on restructuring costs
Japan Display Inc. reported a group net loss of ¥108.67 billion ($996 million) for the fiscal first half on Wednesday, up more than tenfold from a year earlier, due to massive restructuring costs that saw its negative net worth also surpass ¥100 billion.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Nov 14, 2019
Japan-China forum suspended following detention of Hokkaido University professor
Since 2015, at least 14 Japanese citizens, including the professor, have been detained in China on various charges such as espionage.
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / How-tos
Nov 14, 2019
Ditch the debate tactics when it comes to persuading Japanese colleagues on a course of action
Coming to a compromise, PowerPoint presentations and group consensus will help you get your way at work over an impressive oral argument.
Japan Times
BASEBALL
Nov 13, 2019
Japan drives past Mexico as Hayato Sakamoto breaks out of slump
Japan manager Atsunori Inaba professed his belief in shortstop Hayato Sakamoto, even as the star infielder struggled at the plate during the Premier12.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Tech
Nov 13, 2019
SoftBank and Line enter talks to form a new tie-up
SoftBank Group Corp. is looking to reach an agreement with Line Corp. on a comprehensive partnership or acquisition through its group firm that runs Yahoo Japan, it was learned on Wednesday.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Nov 13, 2019
Tokyo denies South Korean report that Abe sent letters to Kim Jong Un in bid for summit
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe sent personal letters to North Korean leader Kim Jong Un between May and September proposing the two sides hold a summit, a major South Korean daily said Wednesday. The report was later denied by Tokyo.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / FOCUS
Nov 13, 2019
Japan and South Korea still in game of chicken after superficial signs of detente
A handout photo of the two countries' leaders, taken on the sidelines of an ASEAN meeting, has become another source of controversy in the ongoing quarrel between Tokyo and Seoul.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / ANALYSIS
Nov 13, 2019
Unwilling or unable? U.S. faces uphill battle in quest to save Japan-South Korea intel pact
As the days tick down before the expiration of a key military intelligence-sharing pact between Japan and South Korea, Washington is dialing up pressure on Seoul to reverse its decision to terminate the agreement.
Japan Times
BASEBALL
Nov 13, 2019
Samurai Japan's dormant bats need adjusting, says bench coach Makoto Kaneko
Japan's stellar pitching makes it one of the championship favorites in any international events it competes in.
Japan Times
BASEBALL
Nov 12, 2019
U.S. hands Japan first loss at Premier12
Japan had usually been able to find a way to come up with the big hit or big play when it absolutely needed to at this Premier12.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Nov 12, 2019
Japan and South Korean defense chiefs eye first talks for a year, with GSOMIA pact high on agenda
If the meeting takes place, it will be the first between defense ministers of the two countries since October last year amid frayed bilateral ties.
Japan Times
BASEBALL
Nov 12, 2019
Samurai Japan pinch runner Ukyo Shuto showcases speed against Australia
Ukyo Shuto might not need his bat and glove. But he can still be a difference maker for Samurai Japan in the Premier 12 and beyond.
Japan Times
Figure Skating / ICE TIME
Nov 12, 2019
Satoko Miyahara still formidable, but can she win in future?
Satoko Miyahara earned the silver medal in her Grand Prix season debut at the Cup of China on Saturday, finishing behind Russian teen Anna Shcherbakova.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Nov 12, 2019
South Korea developing its own nukes one solution to U.S. cost-sharing demands, ex-top diplomat says
With Washington reportedly demanding that South Korea pay more to have U.S. troops stationed in the country, a former South Korean foreign minister says he has a solution for Seoul: the development of its own nuclear arsenal.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Nov 12, 2019
In Tokyo, U.S. Joint Chiefs' chairman is latest top official to push for GSOMIA rethink
Top U.S. military officer Gen. Mark Milley said Tuesday that South Korea's decision to scrap an intelligence-sharing pact with Japan is on the agenda for talks he is holding with both nations.
Japan Times
BASEBALL
Nov 12, 2019
Seiya Suzuki tearing it up at the plate for Samurai Japan
Seiya Suzuki changed his bat for the Super Round of the Premier12, but he didn't really have a good reason for doing so.
Japan Times
BASEBALL
Nov 12, 2019
Bases-loaded walk completes Samurai Japan comeback over Australia
For the second time in four games during the Premier12, Samurai Japan had its feet held to the fire.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Nov 11, 2019
Air Seoul to close half of Japan offices due to decline in travelers
Low-cost carrier Air Seoul Inc. plans to soon close half of its 12 offices in Japan after suspending some flights in the face of frayed Japan-South Korea ties, sources close to the matter said Monday.

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