National / Politics Oct 1, 2020
Japan voters want virus tamed, not a snap poll, says Komeito chief
Komeito, backed by a lay Buddhist group and led by Natsuo Yamaguchi, provides vital local support for the ruling LDP in elections.
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National | ANALYSIS Sep 12, 2020
Abe lays groundwork for strike capability, but leaves decision to Japan’s next leader
In his last full week on the job, Prime Minister Shinzo Abe laid the groundwork for a plan to allow preemptive strikes on enemy bases.
Business / Economy Aug 23, 2020
Japan, India and Australia eye 'supply chain pact' to counter China
The intensifying U.S.-China conflict and worsening diplomatic relations across Asia are forcing companies to rethink their prospects in China.
National Aug 12, 2020
Japan’s #FreeAgnes campaign shows support for Hong Kong activist
The activist’s arrest was front page news in local papers Tuesday and the hashtag #FreeAgnes trended on Japanese Twitter.
Business Jul 1, 2020
Japan looks to lure Hong Kong’s finance workers following security law
The LDP has begun debating ways to make Tokyo more attractive to international firms, but issues of taxation and the language barrier stand in the way.
National Jun 23, 2020
Japan braces for perfect storm of COVID-19 spreading at flood shelters
The nation’s usual approach leaves little room for social distancing, with each person allotted space for one straw tatami mat — about 1.6 square meters.
National / Science & Health May 28, 2020
Masks helped keep Japan's COVID-19 death toll low, says expert panel
The nation still needs to prevent a second wave, and that will involve testing and urging people to avoid risky situations.
National / Politics | FOCUS May 25, 2020
Even as virus eases, the worst may be yet to come for Abe
Japan’s coronavirus emergency was coming to an end, but Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s political troubles may be just beginning.
National | FOCUS May 12, 2020
Abe follows Trump's example, approving drugs quickly after criticism
Japanese regulators are usually known for taking a year to approve new drugs, but authorized remdesivir just three days after receiving the application.
National | FOCUS Apr 25, 2020
Children of nurses in Japan excluded from day care over virus fears
The Education Ministry earlier this month urged schools to battle such prejudice, saying it could weaken the health care system.