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Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Nov 9, 2018

High-profile U.S. elections could be headed to recounts, legal action

High-profile elections in Georgia, Florida and Arizona remained unresolved on Thursday, two days after the vote, with the prospects of legal challenges and recounts setting the stage for possible weeks of uncertainty.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Nov 9, 2018

It pays to listen to the the real needs of women consumers in Japan

The country's male-dominated businesses are starting to ditch long-held views about what kinds of products women want as female consumers flex their growing spending muscle.
ASIA PACIFIC
Nov 9, 2018

North Korean worker seeks Dutch shipbuilder's prosecution over labor abuses, alleging 'slave-like conditions'

A North Korean laborer has filed a landmark criminal complaint against a Dutch shipbuilding company that allegedly profited from the abuse of workers in its supply chain in Poland and was aware of the "slave-like conditions," lawyers said on Thursday.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies / FOCUS
Nov 9, 2018

How investing in American LNG boom backfired on Toshiba

Buy high, sell low and guarantee a loss. It's not exactly what Toshiba Corp. planned when it dipped its toes in liquefied natural gas trading.
Reader Mail
Nov 9, 2018

The occupation never ends in Okinawa

Some people say Okinawa's plight is the end result of Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941, so that all responsibility for Okinawa's current state of affairs rests with Japan.
Reader Mail
Nov 9, 2018

A proud day for all Malaysians

Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad being awarded the prestigious Grand Cordon of the Order of the Paulownia Flowers by Japan makes us Malaysians walk tall again after suffering much from the kleptocracy that is plaguing us to this day.
Reader Mail
Nov 9, 2018

Student addiction to smartphones

As time goes by, the advent of more sophisticated technology has surprised us and is making our daily life more convenient. Thanks to the talented inventors, gadgets including smartphones make it possible for anyone to start up their own business regardless of the size and realize our longtime dreams....
Reader Mail
Nov 9, 2018

Best wishes for Empress Michiko

The article "Empress Michiko turns 84, wishes for new era of peace" in the Oct. 21 edition made me remember her speech to the International Board on Books for Young People in 1998 and led me to ponder her way of life.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Nov 9, 2018

U.S. court case tests special counsel Mueller's power, status

A U.S. Justice Department attorney on Thursday spelled out the circumstances under which special counsel Robert Mueller could be fired in a court case that took on new significance this week after President Donald Trump ousted his attorney general.
Japan Times
PRESS / Corporate Trends
Nov 9, 2018

“An Integrated Course in Elementary Japanese: Genki” series exceeded 2 million copies

Tokyo, Nov. 9, 2018 - The Japanese language teaching material “An Integrated Course in Elementary Japanese: Genki,” published by The Japan Times, Ltd. (Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo. Representative: Takeharu Tsutsumi) has exceeded 2 million copies in its series sold.
Japan Times
PRESS / Corporate Trends
Nov 9, 2018

『初級日本語げんき』シリーズ累計発行200万部突破

 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)が発行する、外国人向け日本語教材『初級日本語げんき』は、この度、シリーズ累計発行部数200万部を突破いたしました。
Japan Times
Nov 9, 2018

High evaluation from Japanese learners and teachers all around the world
“An Integrated Course in Elementary Japanese: Genki” series exceeded 2 million copies

Tokyo, Nov. 9, 2018 – The Japanese language teaching material “An Integrated Course in Elementary Japanese: Genki,” published by The Japan Times, Ltd. (Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo. Representative: Takeharu Tsutsumi) has exceeded 2 million copies in its series sold.
Nov 9, 2018

TSUNEISHI GROUP (ZHOUSHAN) SHIPBUILDING BY2018 New Employees Initiation Ceremony

Taking on Challenges Together for Our Future
JAPAN / Science & Health
Nov 9, 2018

Keio University submits research plan with goal of performing Japan's first womb transplants

A Keio University team hopes to carry out Japan's first clinical research into transplanting wombs to women who do not have the organ, according to sources.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Nov 9, 2018

Bridge collapse costs Genoa companies €422 million in damages: Chamber of Commerce

The collapse of a bridge in Genoa, which claimed 43 lives, has cost companies in the Italian city around €422 million ($482 million) in damages, the Genoa Chamber of Commerce said.
Japan Times
Poland report 2018
Nov 9, 2018

Celebrating Poland: 100 years of independence and diplomatic relations with Japan

Synergy Media Specialists shares key thought leadership insights into Poland’s remarkable development and strong relationship with Japan.
Japan Times
Poland report 2018
Nov 9, 2018

QLOC brings its A-game to Japan

What started off as a small company providing quality assurance and localization services in 2009 has grown to be one of the key European companies providing first-class services for the video game industry.
Japan Times
Poland report 2018
Nov 9, 2018

Kochański Zieba & Partners: Japan’s partner in Poland

“Poland should be the first point of entry for Japanese companies investing in Europe,” said Adam Piwakowski, partner at Kochański Zieba & Partners (KZP). 
Japan Times
Poland report 2018
Nov 9, 2018

Delivering quality insurance services to Poland

Warta is one of Poland’s leading life and non-life insurance providers. The firm’s 2,500 employees work with over 20,000 agents and brokers delivering the best-in-class services to customers across the country.
Japan Times
Poland report 2018
Nov 9, 2018

Committed to developing strong relationships

Offering a full range of products and services for passenger cars and commercial vehicles, Hitachi Capital Polska is driving into the future. The company provides clients with fleet solutions based on best whole-life cost for business purpose, safety, environmental, guaranteed mobility and customer satisfaction....
Japan Times
Poland report 2018
Nov 9, 2018

The Polish National Opera: Presenting Polish culture to the world

“The Polish National Opera is considered one of the best in the world,” said Waldemar Dąbrowski, director of Teatr Wielki (Polish National Opera) and former minister of culture. “We are proud of our collaborations with leading international opera houses and of our passion to present classical...

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