Breaking point: Japan's outpatient clinics overstretched amid omicron surge
The rapid spread of the COVID-19 variant is causing apprehension at the clinics, generally the first stop for individuals to check if they have the virus.
Some antibody drugs for COVID-19 may not be effective against omicron
The researchers examined the neutralizing ability of approved and investigational therapeutic antibodies against omicron and other variants of concern.
Microsoft’s Activision purchase could leave Japanese video game-makers out in the cold
Japanese gaming firms, which are generally less agile and outward-looking than their U.S. peers, may struggle as companies invest in the metaverse.
Gaps in earnings cloud outlook for Japan pay hikes
The focus of this year's labor-management talks, which went into full swing this week, is how far income distribution being pushed by Prime Minister Fumio Kishida can be realized.
The world awaits Putin’s word on Ukraine, but on that, he is silent
How the computer chip shortage could incite a U.S. conflict with China
North Korea fires off more missiles as testing frenzy continues
The designer bringing a new kind of cool to Kenzo
Clean and compliant: A metaverse with Chinese characteristics
Japan and allies look to hold 'Quad' foreign minister talks in February
Japan will not cover preimplantation fertility screening with insurance
Japan's daily COVID-19 case tally tops 70,000 for first time
Japan to vaccinate children against COVID-19 for free
Japanese company joins march back to the moon in 2022
Ukraine envoy to Japan warns of 'butterfly effect' on global security amid Russia tensions
Hawaiian Air aiming to ramp up flight service to Japan
Japan's Star Flyer to allow pets into passenger cabins from March
Japan consortium and U.S. firm to cooperate on fast reactor
Japan’s ¥10 trillion innovation fund ramps up alternative focus
Marubeni expects up to $3.5 billion from Gavilon sale to Viterra
Kirin says Myanmar unit blocked liquidation in Yangon court
The world awaits Putin’s word on Ukraine, but on that, he is silent
Object found in the Milky Way 'unlike anything astronomers have seen'
Stephen Breyer’s exit from U.S. top court tees up new clash between Biden and GOP
How the computer chip shortage could incite a U.S. conflict with China
North Korea fires off more missiles as testing frenzy continues
Researchers achieve milestone on path toward nuclear fusion energy
An aging China poses new challenges
China's declining birth rate looks almost impossible to reverse, a trajectory with profound implications for its economic and social prospects.
Tokyo Stock Exchange might not be ready for ‘prime’ time just yet
The year's performance is a good sign as the TSE prepares for a restructuring in early April that is intended to revitalize corporate governance and attract global investors.
Technology and innovation are needed to battle climate change
Global emissions reduction is essential. But those efforts won’t do enough to forestall a looming crisis in the polar regions.
Men are getting left behind in the jobs boom
During each recession for the last 40 years, a sizable number of men — more than women — have left the labor force and not come back.
Beijing Winter Olympic villages officially open
IOC plans to meet with Peng Shuai during Beijing Olympics
Freestyle skiing: China pins hopes on Eileen Gu winning Olympic gold
Mitakeumi primed to shed ‘inconsistent’ image with historic ozeki promotion
Shuko Aoyama and Ena Shibahara grab spot in Australian Open semi-finals
Tom Brady says family will decide future amid retirement talk
Children's book by Japan writer wins U.S. Batchelder Award
‘Pure Japanese’: Dean Fujioka’s passion project is a fascinating muddle
‘The World of You’: Director returns to the complexities of youth
Bob Dylan sells entire recording catalog to Sony
With international tourists still absent, Japan’s ski resorts dig deep
Exploring the poetry of an exiled emperor on the Oki Islands
Funky Chateau: Straight from the gospel of natural winemaking
Recipe: Kōya dōfu and bok choy stir-fry
Landed a gig teaching in Japan? You may need a crash course in curriculum creation
A one-eyed cat finds his perfect match and a new best friend in Osaka
What you need to know about the omicron surge in Japan
Toi is a wonderful cat you'll love to play with
