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JAPAN / Politics
Nov 21, 2019

Japanese parliamentary session unlikely to be extended

The government and ruling camp are planning not to extend the current extraordinary session of the Diet, which is scheduled to end on Dec. 9, sources in the administration said Thursday.
JAPAN
Nov 21, 2019

With visit to Japan, Pope Francis will fulfill decades-old dream of teaching the faith in Japan

Pope Francis' trip to Japan this weekend might fulfill a wish he gave up on decades ago as a young man in South America.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Nov 21, 2019

'World class' Tokyo Aquatics Centre and Ariake Arena unveiled ahead of 2020 Olympics

Organizers for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games unveiled the inside of two major venues to the media Thursday as they near completion, touting them as world-class facilities.
JAPAN
Nov 21, 2019

Hibakusha cardinal who broke silence after pope's 1981 visit pins high hopes on Francis in Hiroshima

Many Japanese are looking forward to Pope Francis' visit to Japan on Saturday, including Shoji Fukahori, an 82-year-old Christian priest and hibakusha in Hiroshima.
BUSINESS / Companies
Nov 21, 2019

Japan Post to resume marketing of savings products after suspension due to irregularities

Japan Post Co. said Wednesday that it will resume marketing activities for savings products offered by Japan Post Bank Co. on Monday, following a suspension due to sales irregularities involving Japan Post Insurance Co.
Figure Skating
Nov 21, 2019

Yuzuru Hanyu looks sharp in NHK Trophy practice

Yuzuru Hanyu came through his first NHK Trophy practice session in two years with flying colors on Thursday.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Nov 21, 2019

Los Angeles Auto Show's green emphasis is no coincidence in climate-minded California

Batteries and big price tags are all the rage at this year's Los Angeles Auto Show.
Japan Times
SUMO / Rikishi Files
Nov 21, 2019

Relatively light Takanoyama paid his dues in lower ranks

About five years ago a sumo video went viral online and was widely shared on websites dedicated to other fighting sports.
BUSINESS
Nov 21, 2019

Sales of French Beaujolais Nouveau begin in Japan

This year's Beaujolais Nouveau wine, produced in the Bourgogne region of France, went on sale in Japan on Thursday.
JAPAN / Politics
Nov 21, 2019

Abe's push to change Japan's Constitution hits roadblock as parties scrap Diet discussion

LDP sources have said the party has all but given up hope of passing the bill this year, reports have said.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Nov 21, 2019

Japan's global leadership in the G-Zero world

How should and how can Japan navigate the world's emerging transformative and chaotic landscape?
EDITORIALS
Nov 21, 2019

Sri Lanka returns an authoritarian to power

The return to power of the Rajapaksa clan could redirect the country's geopolitical orientation toward China, a potentially important shift given the island's location astride vital sea lanes.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Nov 21, 2019

Asia's twin curse: Dams and droughts

A proliferation of upstream dams is beginning to impose costs across much of Asia.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / HOOP SCOOP
Nov 21, 2019

Wizards' Rui Hachimura off to successful start to NBA career

Centuries before basketball was invented, William Shakespeare reflected on the subject of greatness. The Great Bard once summed it up this way: "Be not afraid of greatness: some men are born great, some achieve greatness and some have greatness thrust upon them."
LIFE / Travel / HOTELS & RESTAURANTS
Nov 21, 2019

Seasonal treats against a sparkling backdrop

Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo is pulling out all stops as the year — and decade — reach their celebratory conclusion, presenting an end of year buffet running daily from 7 to 9 p.m. from Nov. 28 to Dec. 28.
LIFE / EVENTS AND INFORMATION
Nov 21, 2019

European artworks on display

An exhibition showcasing artworks from museum collections in Hungary will be held at the National Art Center, Tokyo, in Roppongi, Minato Ward, from Dec. 4 to March 16.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / FOCUS
Nov 21, 2019

Hopes for 11th-hour deal dim as deadline for Japan-South Korea intel pact looms

As the clock ticks closer to the deadline for renewing the pact, Tokyo and Seoul appear no closer to bridging significant gaps.
Japan Times
Places
Nov 21, 2019

Top tips for visiting Tokyo Disneyland and Disney Sea

With Tokyo Disneyland seeing 17.9 million visitors in 2018, it's a good idea to do your research before you visit the happiest place on Earth — or, at least, the happiest place in Japan.
BUSINESS
Nov 21, 2019

Japan's ruling bloc calls for ¥10 trillion to boost typhoon recovery and slowing growth

Analysts have doubts about the ability to spend such a large amount given the government debt.

Longform

Growing families are being priced out of Tokyo’s condo market, forced to choose between downtown convenience and suburban space.
Is living in central Tokyo still affordable?