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JAPAN

Japan Times
JAPAN / ANALYSIS
Mar 6, 2020
With Xi visit now delayed, coronavirus threatens to spoil Abe's 2020
The prime minister's big plans for 2020 — hosting China's president, the Olympics and amending the Constitution — have been undercut by Japan's muddled response to the coronavirus outbreak.
JAPAN / Crime & Legal
Mar 6, 2020
Japan government adopts bill to toughen crackdown on road rage
The government Friday adopted a bill to crack down on forms of road rage currently not covered by a law that punishes dangerous driving.
JAPAN / EXPLAINER
Mar 6, 2020
Women in Japanese politics: Why so few after so very long?
To mark International Women's Day on March 8, there will be worldwide marches, parades, protests and public awareness activities on the contributions of women and the barriers and discrimination they still face.
JAPAN / Science & Health
Mar 6, 2020
Coronavirus testing now covered by Japan's national insurance
The move streamlines the process a bit but whether it will raise Japan's low testing rate to neighboring levels is unclear as test kits and equipment remain scarce.

ASIA PACIFIC

Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Society
Mar 6, 2020
Sri Lankan Tamil women fight for land a decade after war's end
Chandraleela Jasinthan was a school teacher in a northern Sri Lankan village when, in the last days of the civil war, she and her neighbors were forced by the army to flee their homes.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Mar 6, 2020
Kim Jong Un opens door to South Korea thaw with coronavirus letter
Kim Jong Un sent South Korean President Moon Jae-in a letter expressing condolences over the coronavirus outbreak, in the North Korean leader's first public overture to his counterpart in more than four months.

WORLD

Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health
Mar 6, 2020
Hands down, men worse at bathroom hygiene that prevents coronavirus
The spread of the new coronavirus is shining a spotlight on a little-discussed gender split: Men wash their hands after using the bathroom less than women, research and observations show.
Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health
Mar 6, 2020
Cruise passengers 'in limbo' awaiting coronavirus tests off California
First, the food buffet was shut down as gloved staff scurried about wiping every surface in sight. Then the ocean liner's gym, bar, casino and boutiques were closed, with passengers urged to keep to themselves. Finally, they were confined to their staterooms.

BUSINESS

Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Mar 6, 2020
Toshiba Machine girds for tough battle with investor Yoshiaki Murakami
Toshiba Machine Co. is bracing for "a very tough battle" with controversial activist investor Yoshiaki Murakami on March 27, when shareholders will meet to decide the outcome of one of the nation's highest-profile takeover battles in recent years.
BUSINESS
Mar 6, 2020
Japan aims to break supply chain dependence on China in light of COVID-19
A state investment panel said it will consider ways to promote an increase in domestic manufacturing output as part of an effort to protect the economy from the coronavirus outbreak.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Mar 6, 2020
Coronavirus could cost airlines over $110 billion; Flybe collapses
The coronavirus epidemic could cost commercial airlines up to $113 billion (¥12 trillion) in revenue this year, an industry body warned Thursday, more than three times a projection it made just two weeks ago as the virus continues to spread around the world.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Mar 6, 2020
Japan's Seven & I drops plan to buy U.S. convenience store chain
Seven & I Holdings Co. has dropped its plan to acquire U.S. convenience store chain Speedway LLC, informed sources said.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Mar 6, 2020
COVID-19 domino effect: South Korea tech firms reel as Vietnam links curbed
For one South Korean multinational company that makes smartphone components used by Apple Inc. and LG Electronics Inc., the coronavirus epidemic is dealing blow after blow.

Opinion

Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Mar 6, 2020
The China factor behind Trump's India visit
The far-reaching shift that President Donald Trump has initiated in U.S. relations with China promises to reshape global geopolitics and trade.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Mar 6, 2020
Wanted: A strategy to narrow Japan's widening gender gap
Now is the time for Japan to adopt forward-thinking inclusive policies and practices that empower and enable women to thrive in the new economy.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Mar 6, 2020
COVID-19 crisis reveals the CCP's true colors
When the Chinese Communist Party feels threatened, the world should not expect to see anything other than Beijing utilizing any means possible to reduce that threat.

Sports

Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Mar 6, 2020
Organizers manage to hold sport climbing test event without athletes
The Ready Steady Tokyo sport climbing event had a wall, music, PA announcers and even a famous spectator.

LIFE

Japan Times
LIFE / Travel
Mar 6, 2020
As coronavirus cases mount, is it still safe to travel to Japan?
Practical information for travelers about the outbreak of coronavirus in Japan and what to do if you're planning on visiting.
LIFE / Travel / HOTELS & RESTAURANTS
Mar 6, 2020
Dishes prepared with local tastes for a cause
The date of the Great East Japan Earthquake, March 11, 2011, is very much etched into Japan's collective memory. Continuing its annual charity event, four hotels of the Royal Park Hotels and Resorts brand are presenting special dishes and course meals where 3 percent of proceeds is donated to Chance...

CULTURE

Japan Times
Ep. 35 'The Monster in the Hallway'
I have to hand it to Toshiyuki, aka "Shacho," he knows how to steal the spotlight.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Film
Mar 6, 2020
Paying cinematic tribute to the 'Fukushima 50'
Actor Koichi Sato discusses his role in 'Fukushima 50,' a film which looks at the events that followed the Great East Japan Earthquake
Japan Times
CULTURE / Music / Sound Off
Mar 6, 2020
ASMR in Japan is burning brightly
Nippon Cultural Broadcasting jumps on the ASMR bandwagon with a weeklong special dedicated to the soothing sounds of bonfires.

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