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JAPAN

JAPAN / Media / MEDIA MIX
Dec 28, 2019
Tetsu Nakamura's death in Afghanistan exposes a gap of perception in Japan
Following the assassination of Dr. Tetsu Nakamura in Afghanistan earlier this month, the government of Afghanistan held a memorial ceremony for him as his body was delivered to the airplane that would take it out of the country. President Ashraf Ghani was one of the pallbearers. When Nakamura's coffin...
Japan Times
JAPAN / Media / Japan Pulse
Dec 28, 2019
Evolving debate over cultural differences worldwide leads to greater social media insight
Almost everyone who voluntarily relocates to a country besides the one they grew up in enjoys some kind of honeymoon phase in their new surroundings. Everything about their adopted home feels shiny and praiseworthy, with all of the memories of one’s past suddenly looking far rustier than it ever did...
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JAPAN / Media / BIG IN JAPAN
Dec 28, 2019
Childhood in Japan is certainly not getting any easier
The girl was 15, the teacher in his early 30s. He recognized her ability, encouraged her, befriended her, seduced her. He took her to a love hotel and said, "This is what grown-ups do."

WORLD

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WORLD
Dec 28, 2019
At least 90 people killed in Mogadishu checkpoint blast after rush-hour truck bomb explodes
In one of the most deadly recent attacks, at least 90 people were killed and dozens were wounded when a bomb-laden vehicle exploded at a bustling checkpoint in the Somali capital of Mogadishu on Saturday, an international organization working in the country said.
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WORLD
Dec 28, 2019
Chilean President Pinera claims videos of police abuse of demonstrators are fake
Chilean President Sebastian Pinera, whose government has been rocked by riots over inequality, ignited a fresh wave of anger after claiming that "many" videos on social media of police abuse of demonstrators were "fake news" and that unrest is being fomented by foreign governments.
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WORLD / Crime & Legal
Dec 28, 2019
FBI investigates socialite Ghislaine Maxwell and others who 'facilitated' Jeffrey Epstein
The FBI is investigating British socialite Ghislaine Maxwell and several other people linked to U.S. financier Jeffrey Epstein, who killed himself while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges, according to two law enforcement sources familiar with the investigation.
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WORLD / Crime & Legal
Dec 28, 2019
Mexican police chief arrested over massacre of Mormons
Mexican authorities have arrested a municipal police chief for his suspected links to the killing of three women and six children of U.S.-Mexican origin in northern Mexico last month, local media and an official said on Friday.

BUSINESS

BUSINESS
Dec 28, 2019
Ex-USTR official Wendy Cutler calls on Japan to lead WTO reform
Wendy Cutler, who served as the acting deputy U.S. trade representative under President Barack Obama, called on Japan to lead the reform of the World Trade Organization in a recent interview.

Opinion

EDITORIALS
Dec 28, 2019
Eliminate casino corruption
The arrest of a Liberal Democratic Party lawmaker this early in the creation of a casino industry in Japan shows that much more is needed to prevent gambling-related graft.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Dec 28, 2019
Worst case for climate change isn't realistic
In recent years, much of the commentary about climate change has gone from sternly serious to wildly despairing.

Sports

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BASKETBALL / B. League
Dec 28, 2019
Davante Gardner leads SeaHorses past B-Corsairs; Brex, Brave Thunders extend winning streaks to 14
Since the season began in October, the SeaHorses Mikawa have struggled to pile up victories.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL
Dec 28, 2019
Ohka Gakuen holds off Gifu Girls' late rally to capture Winter Cup title
Ohka Gakuen survived reigning champion Gifu Girls' late surge and recaptured the Winter Cup title with a 72-67 victory on Saturday at Musashino Forest Sports Plaza.
MORE SPORTS
Dec 28, 2019
New CFL-X League alliance spans the Pacific
Since becoming the Canadian Football League's 14th commissioner in 2017, Randy Ambrosie has set a new goal for the nation's domestic pro league: globalization of the CFL and football.

LIFE

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LIFE / Food & Drink / NATURE'S PANTRY
Dec 28, 2019
Why is vegan shōjin ryōri cuisine so deeply compelling?
Japan's vegan temple food, shu014djin ryu014dri, is rooted in hundreds of years of tradition. What keeps the practice alive and relevant today?
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A toast to mingei: Living with the rustic beauty of Japanese folk crafts
Jeffrey Montgomery began collecting mange (Japanese folk crafts) about 40 years ago and has now accumulated more than 800 pieces. He believes mingei is an important part of humanity's shared heritage.
Japan Times
LIFE / Food & Drink / KONBINI WATCH
Dec 28, 2019
Festive sweets to ring in the new year
Convenience stores have your cravings covered this new year with a selection of festive fruit- and cheese-based sweets.
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LIFE / Travel
Dec 28, 2019
Hatsuhinode: Where to see the first sunrise of the decade
There's never a better time to catch sunrise in Japan than at new year. From Tokyo Tower to the coast of Chiba Prefecture, here are 10 of the best places to see the first sunrise of the year near Tokyo.

CULTURE

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CULTURE / Art
Dec 28, 2019
'Forever Saul Leiter'
Jan. 9-March 8
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CULTURE / Art
Dec 28, 2019
'The Colors and Shapes of Kyoto: Takeji Iwamiya — In Pursuit of the Beauty of Japan'
Jan. 4-March 31
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CULTURE / Art
Dec 28, 2019
'Chronicling Architecture and Society: The 400-Year History of Takenaka Corporation'
Jan. 11-March 1

COMMUNITY

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Soramaru Takayama: There's much poetry in Vegan Pudding & Co.
After four years of traveling the world, poet Soramaru Takayama finds Vancouver a welcoming place for creativity and veganism.
COMMUNITY / Voices / OVERHEARD
Dec 28, 2019
'Christmas sale'
'Selling minced meat at its standard weekly sales price is not really a 'Christmas sale.''

Longform

Mount Fuji is considered one of Japan's most iconic symbols and is a major draw for tourists. It's still a mountain, though, and potential hikers need to properly prepare for any climb.
What it takes to save lives on Mount Fuji