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JAPAN

Japan Times
JAPAN / EXPLAINER
Mar 10, 2020
What will Abe's amended law for a national emergency mean in practice?
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's government aims to pass by week's end controversial revisions to a 2012 law governing national actions to be taken in the event of new types of influenza.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Mar 10, 2020
In Fukushima, a 'village' aims to lure young people back to disaster-hit town
In a deserted part of Fukushima Prefecture dotted with vacant lots, a sleek modern building stands out. In a workshop inside, a woman with a ponytail wearing purple protective eyeglasses carefully melts a tiny glass tube into the shape of a plum blossom.
JAPAN
Mar 10, 2020
Student workbooks flying off shelves amid Japan's coronavirus school closures
Student workbooks are flying off bookstore shelves in response to the emergency school closures requested by the government to slow down the coronavirus outbreak.
JAPAN
Mar 10, 2020
Some schools in Japan planning to reopen despite coronavirus outbreak
Municipalities nationwide are beginning to break with the government's request to close schools in a bid to contain the new coronavirus outbreak, with some opting to reopen schools earlier than planned after briefly closing their doors.

ASIA PACIFIC

Japan Times
Coronavirus doctor in Wuhan says high blood pressure is key death risk
Patients with hypertension appear to be at a higher risk of dying from the coronavirus, said a top Chinese intensive care doctor who's been treating critically ill patients since mid-January.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Mar 10, 2020
China's Xi visits Wuhan for first time in sign Beijing sees virus outbreak as under control
Chinese leader Xi Jinping visited the coronavirus epicenter of Wuhan for the first time since the disease emerged, a trip intended to project confidence that his government has managed to stem its spread domestically.

WORLD

Japan Times
WORLD
Mar 10, 2020
Dutch prosecutors accuse Russia of trying to 'thwart' MH17 investigation
Dutch prosecutors accused Russia on Tuesday of trying to sabotage the investigation into the downing of Malaysian Airlines Flight 17 in Ukraine in 2014, saying this cast "a dark shadow" over the impending trial of four suspects in the crash.
Japan Times
WORLD
Mar 10, 2020
New White House chief of staff quarantined after coronavirus exposure
Mark Meadows, U.S. President Donald Trump's incoming White House chief of staff, has quarantined himself after coming into contact with someone who tested positive for the new virus that causes COVID-19, according to a person familiar with the matter.
Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health
Mar 10, 2020
Threat of coronavirus pandemic 'has become very real,' WHO chief says
The coronavirus is closer to causing a pandemic, but outbreaks in countries can still be controlled through a combination of containment and mitigation measures, the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Monday.

BUSINESS

BUSINESS / Markets / CURRENCY MARKET
Mar 10, 2020
Dollar briefly tops ¥105 in Tokyo
The dollar turned sharply higher in Tokyo trading Tuesday amid growing hopes that the United States will implement large-scale economic measures to offset damage from the coronavirus, exceeding ¥105 at one point.
BUSINESS / Companies
Mar 10, 2020
Japan delivery services go 'zero contact' in age of new coronavirus
The delivery industry's apparent high-risk nature was highlighted by Sagawa Express Co.'s announcement Monday that one of its drivers tested positive Sunday night for COVID-19.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Mar 10, 2020
Global spread of virus means China's factories will get hit again
Just as China's factories get back on their feet after being laid low by the coronavirus, a drop in demand from their biggest trading partners around the world is coming back to give them another hit.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Mar 10, 2020
Despite virus, China's consumer confidence remains robust; Japan faces biggest hit
The coronavirus is increasingly weighing on global consumer sentiment, but its impact can vary greatly.

Opinion

Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Mar 10, 2020
What happens in North Korea might not stay in North Korea
While the hermit kingdom understandably appears to be turning inward, it may also feel compelled to lash out internationally
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Mar 10, 2020
Japan must provide multilingual information on COVID-19
The government should create basic guidelines on how to disseminate information and give consultation services in foreign languages on COVID-19.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Mar 10, 2020
The age of geoeconomics is upon us
A new trend is emerging: Countries are using economic strength to achieve a balance of power.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Mar 10, 2020
Viewing history through the lens of gender
More women need to be visible in historical narratives, but equally more girls and women need to be empowered with the technical skills to write their own narratives in the digital age.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Mar 10, 2020
Coronavirus unleashes economic warfare
The face-off between Saudi Arabia and Russia is a potent reminder of just how rapidly countries are taking the gloves off when it comes to economic confrontation.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Mar 10, 2020
Italy's lockdown tests the limits of democracy
Restrictions on 17 million people are the most draconian in the West, but they're far less strict than China's. The onus is on citizens to comply.

Sports

SUMO
Mar 10, 2020
Despite goofball reputation, Takamisakari had solid career
When Takamisakari called it a day back in 2013, this paper carried a headline declaring that the "clown prince of sumo" had retired, while Kyodo News opened with a line that called the former komusubi's pre-bout rituals "goofball antics."
BASEBALL / Japanese Baseball
Mar 10, 2020
BayStars, Tigers managers react to NPB's decision to push back start of season
The fog of uncertainty surrounding the NPB season hung just as think in the air at Yokohama Stadium as the gray clouds that hovered above the ballpark on Tuesday morning.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League
Mar 10, 2020
B. League unveils revamped playoff format
Amid the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak, the B. League has revamped its postseason schedule, it announced on Tuesday.

LIFE

LIFE / Language / NEWS IN NIHONGO
Mar 10, 2020
School closures begin as Japan steps up coronavirus fight
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe made a 'request' to close schools, not an 'order.' Let's look at the language of a Kyodo News piece on the subject.

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