Chinese military aircraft conducted a drill in international waters of the East China Sea in late May that simulated the targeting of Self-Defense Force destroyers, according to Japanese government sources ...
57% against sending SDF to join U.S.-led maritime coalition in Mideast amid tensions with Iran: poll
A poll finds over half of voters oppose dispatching Self-Defense Forces personnel to the Middle East to join a U.S.-led coalition to protect shipping in the Strait of Hormuz amid ...
Skepticism grows over feasibility of 'nonsmoking' Tokyo 2020 Olympics
Residents and government officials in areas hosting Olympic events are concerned whether the blanket smoking ban planned at the competition venues will be properly observed during the 2020 Games.
62% of people with disabilities expect Paralympics to help promote understanding: survey
About 60 percent of people with disabilities expect the 2020 Tokyo Paralympics to help promote the understanding of people like them, a survey shows.
Recalling work of late President Kim Dae-jung, Moon urges Tokyo and Seoul to pursue cooperation
South Korean President Moon Jae-in said Sunday that Japan and South Korea need to follow a path of cooperation in line with the 1998 joint declaration. Moon made the remarks in a statement issued on Twitter and other media on the 10th anniversary of the ...
'High-yield rice' replaces premium brands as costs climb at restaurants in Japan
Concerns remain despite stricter checks on gasoline sales after KyoAni arson attack
Suspect in Ibaraki expressway road-rage case is arrested in Osaka
Outrage over Aichi Triennale exhibition ignites debate over freedom of expression in art
Excessive homework may be exhausting students in Japan during their summer vacation
In deflation-plagued Japan, the minivehicle market has seen a surge in prices over the past decade. The average price of minivehicles with an engine displacement of 660 cc or less stood at ¥1.42 million ($13,400) as of July, up 36 percent from ¥1.04 million in ...
Deforestation in Brazil, vote in Argentina endanger EU-Mercosur pact
U.S. will let Huawei buy from American suppliers for another 90 days, sources say
Recession signs stoke concern for Trump as 2020 election fast approaches
Imitation uni? Vegan 'sea urchin' from Japan may soon hit sushi counters
For $28 million, a onetime Japanese government plane could be yours
Aston Martin battles tough year in hope SUV will revive sales growth
House speaker as U.S. emissary: Nancy Pelosi emerges as force in foreign capitals
There's an American leader whose words resonate on the global stage. Who draws attention in foreign capitals. Who carries a message from the United States by simply arriving. It's not just President Donald Trump. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is emerging as an alternative ambassador abroad, ...
Tens of thousands of protesters flood Hong Kong streets in 'peaceful' march
Fears grow of a bad peace deal with the Taliban as Trump eyes quick withdrawal from Afghanistan
Muslim insurgent group holds first meeting with Thai government
North Ireland marks 50 years since British Army's deployment during the Troubles
Wales beats England to rise to No. 1, one month ahead of Rugby World Cup
Wales became the No. 1-ranked test team for the first time after a 13-6 rebound win against England at home on Saturday, a month out from the Rugby World Cup in Japan. Just six days after being thrashed by England 33-19 at Twickenham, Wales dominated ...
Last-minute penalty earns 10-man Jubilo a 1-1 draw with Gamba Osaka
Matsuyama falls into four-way tie for ninth as Thomas surges ahead
Shohei Ohtani throws curveballs for first time since Tommy John surgery
Antonio Brown moves closer to return to practice for Raiders
A Sophia University student group is building the bridges that refugees need
The Sophia Refugee Support Group offers an opportunity to meet the locals in cafes and classes, and for those in detention centers they provide a sympathetic ear.
Dealing with the death of a friend while in Japan
The technical side of visiting asylum-seekers in a detention center
Activities to keep the kids animated
Have a young budding animation director on your hands? "The Science Behind Pixar" exhibition takes kids (and so-inclined adults) through the process from modeling and rigging to simulation and rendering.
Diplomatic legacy ties into nations' 'golden moment'
Staying cool in the summer heat
Shiori Aiba: Getting the right paperwork
Toripota Ramen Thank: Noodles to be grateful for
Understanding the challenging world of the literary translator
English translations of Japanese books have found an enthusiastic audience around the world, and while the author is undoubtedly the star of the show, the translator's role should not be underestimated.
The lifelong rebellion of children's author Eiko Kadono
Choose your acts wisely at this year's Summer Sonic
We should examine how we can identify suicidal children's distress signals and take preemptive action to save their lives.
Tepco's recent decision to decommission its Fukushima No. 2 nuclear power plant highlights one of the big challenges for both the power industry and the government — which has pushed for nuclear power as a matter of state policy — in the wake of ...
To get results, language learning should be fun, eye-opening and meaningful.
The loss of the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty may be only the beginning.
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