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Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Jun 3, 2019

'Purged' North Korean No. 2 reappears at event with Kim

The apparent right-hand man of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, who a report last week said may have been purged and sent to a labor and re-education camp, has appeared alongside Kim during a musical performance, state-run media said in a dispatch Monday.
Japan Times
Jun 3, 2019

"GEOCOMS" ultra-small electric vehicle rental service for tourism
New station opened at Tottori Sand Dunes

The Association for Tottori Tourism Mobility, which runs the "GEOCOMS" sightseeing service for touring around the San'in Coast Geopark area on a one-person electric vehicle (EV), opened Tottori Sand Dunes Station in April 2019. Thus far, the service has been available from Iwami Town to around Uradome...
Japan Times
WORLD
Jun 3, 2019

Jared Kushner says Palestinians deserve self-determination but he's not sure they can govern themselves

White House senior adviser Jared Kushner said in an interview broadcast Sunday that the Palestinians deserve "self-determination," but stopped short of backing Palestinian statehood and expressed uncertainty over their ability to govern themselves.
Japan Times
PRESS / Publications
Jun 3, 2019

『JLPT 日本語能力試験 ベスト模試』シリーズ発売

株式会社ジャパンタイムズ(本社:東京都千代田区、代表取締役社長:堤丈晴)は、『JLPT日本語能力試験ベスト模試N1』『JLPT 日本語能力試験ベスト模試N2』を2冊同時に出版しました。
Japan Times
Company / Others
Jun 3, 2019

Daren Afshar

Date of publication: Jun 03, 2019Daren AfsharPresidentWinery Productionshttps://w-p.biz
Japan Times
Company / Others
Jun 3, 2019

Ken Joseph Jr.

Date of publication: Jun 03, 2019Ken Joseph Jr.DirectorThe Japan Helplinehttp://www.jhelp.com
Japan Times
Company / Others
Jun 3, 2019

Elliot Conti

Date of publication: Jun 03, 2019Elliot ContiGeneral Manager Global Aichihttps://global-aichi.or.jp
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jun 3, 2019

Facebook must proceed with privacy breach suit linked to Cambridge Analytica, judge rules

Facebook Inc. must defend itself in a District of Columbia lawsuit accusing the social network of failing to safeguard users' personal data and allowing a U.K. political consulting firm to mine the information for the benefit of Donald Trump's 2016 presidential campaign.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Jun 3, 2019

Virginia pastor asks God to give Trump 'wisdom' to lead U.S.

The pastor of a Virginia church has asked God to give President Donald Trump wisdom to lead the country.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Markets
Jun 3, 2019

China central bank urges calm after Baoshang takeover

China's central bank sought to calm investors on Sunday after last month's takeover of Inner Mongolia-based Baoshang Bank, saying regulators are not planning any more such moves for the moment.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jun 3, 2019

Some Boeing 737 Max planes may have faulty parts, says FAA

The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration said on Sunday some Boeing Co 737 Max and NG planes may have parts that were improperly manufactured and that it will require their replacement, the latest issue to hit the plane manufacturer.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Jun 3, 2019

Leader of Germany's SPD quits in blow to Merkel's loveless coalition

Andrea Nahles said on Sunday she would resign as the leader of Germany's Social Democrats (SPD), raising new doubts about the durability of Chancellor Angela Merkel's ruling coalition with the centre-left party.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Jun 3, 2019

'Trump Baby' blimp to fly in London for U.S. president's visit

The "Trump Baby" inflatable balloon that was the focus of protests when the U.S. president visited London last year will fly again this week when he returns for a state visit, including a lavish banquet hosted by the queen, activists said.
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Our Lives / The Big Questions
Jun 2, 2019

Integrated resorts: A game of calculated risk in Japan

Ted Chan is keen to dispel the idea that gaming is all about hedonistic and excessive risk-taking.
Japan Times
MULTIMEDIA
Jun 2, 2019

June 3, 2019

Japan Times
BASKETBALL
Jun 2, 2019

Japan sweeps Belgium; Saki Hayashi named series MVP

Japan's women's basketball team concluded a two-game exhibition series sweep of Belgium with a 84-71 win at Adastria Mito Arena on Sunday.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Society
Jun 2, 2019

'Don't be scared of diversity': At G(irls)20 summit, advocates push Japan on gender equality

Born to a Nigerian father and a Japanese mother, Irene Evbade-dan recalls valuable lessons from her parents on the importance of treating people with respect, regardless of their age, gender or background.
Japan Times
CULTURE / CULTURE SMASH
Jun 2, 2019

When Japan strikes the right chord

From missionary work in Kagoshima Prefecture to creating arrangements for Joe Hisaishi's 'Ni no Kuni' film score, composer Chad Cannon talks about his affinity with Japan.
Japan Times
LIFE / Digital / ON: GAMES
Jun 2, 2019

Swing into action with new releases

New in games this month: Long anticipated Metroidvania adventures and virtual reality golf
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Issues / THE FOREIGN ELEMENT
Jun 2, 2019

Coming to Japan to escape alcohol is risky, but help is available

When Casey 'dropped dead' on his kitchen floor, he realized he hit rock bottom. Luckily, he got the support he needed to get his drinking problem under control.
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Our Lives / ADOPT ME!
Jun 2, 2019

Titus the dog is a titan when it comes to personality

Two-year-old Titus is relatively new to ARK. He came to the shelter in February after his owner was hospitalized and then had to give him up.
EDITORIALS
Jun 2, 2019

Step up the fight against power harassment

Employers need to realize the gravity of the power harassment problem and make steady efforts to eliminate it.

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?