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JAPAN
Aug 7, 2019

47.7% of South Koreans favor scrapping intelligence pact with Japan, poll shows

Some 47.7 percent of respondents in a South Korean survey said Seoul should cease a defense information-sharing agreement with Japan, more than the 39.3 percent who opposed such a move, a poll by Real Meter showed Wednesday.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Aug 6, 2019

Betting on the future of mobility, Toyota pours billions into variety of deals and partnerships

Everywhere you turn in the transportation industry these days, Toyota Motor Corp. already seems to be there.
Japan Times
LIFE / Travel / HOTELS & RESTAURANTS
Aug 1, 2019

Fall-flavored delights to look forward to

Taste the blessings of autumn at the Tokyo Station Hotel from Aug. 23 through November, when a robust range of fall produce stars at the hotel's bars and restaurants.
Japan Times
LIFE / Travel / HOTELS & RESTAURANTS
Jul 25, 2019

Tantalizing parfaits to satiate the sweet tooth

The Westin Tokyo is celebrating its 25th anniversary in October this year and in anticipation of this momentous occasion the hotel is presenting an indulgently themed parfait event, Evening Surprise — Twilight Parfait, until Aug. 31.
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LIFE / Travel / HOTELS & RESTAURANTS
Jul 18, 2019

Various summer delicacies to choose from

Grand Hyatt Tokyo is pleased to introduce its new summer menus, perfect for enjoying indoors or on the hotel's spacious open-air terraces.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Jul 14, 2019

Fix Japan's misallocation of human resources

Medical schools at universities are becoming unprecedentedly popular among high school students seeking to advance to higher education. Many high schools' websites exhibit not only the number of graduates who have successfully entered well-known national, public and private universities, but also how...
JAPAN
Jul 12, 2019

With Japan's increasing tourism numbers, tensions will inevitably follow

When is a ghost not a ghost?
Japan Times
LIFE / Travel / HOTELS & RESTAURANTS
Jul 11, 2019

Fruity sweets painted with a summer palette

From July 20 to Sept. 30, the ANA InterContinental Tokyo invites guests to taste summer with a wide selection of tantalizing sweets.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jul 9, 2019

For those who flew on Epstein's 'Lolita Express,' the feds want to talk to you

After Jeffrey Epstein's latest arrest on sex trafficking charges, some famous people may be squirming. His notorious little black book and private-jet manifests contained a long list of boldface names, including Victoria's Secret founder Leslie Wexner, U.S. President Donald Trump and former president...
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jul 6, 2019

Facebook doesn't know if you're psychotic

Big data is still pretty bad at figuring out your secrets. That's a relief, and a disappointment.
JAPAN
Jul 5, 2019

One year after deadly flooding in western Japan, disaster resonates for vulnerable areas of Tokyo

In the worst-case scenario, 2.5 million residents will be affected as five low-lying wards are submerged in water over 10 meters deep.
Japan Times
LIFE / Travel / HOTELS & RESTAURANTS
Jun 27, 2019

Experience tropical paradise in heart of Osaka

The summer sunset, natural turf grass and a smorgasbord of Hawaiian barbecue — talk about paradise. The Hyatt Regency Osaka is happy to present its Bayside Barbecue Hawaiian Beer Garden, on offer from July 1 to Sept. 23.
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COMMENTARY / Japan
Jun 20, 2019

A chance to showcase Japan's leadership

Japan should leverage the G20 summit in Osaka to highlight its leadership, political stability and commitment to multilateralism and a rules-based order.
LIFE / Travel / HOTELS & RESTAURANTS
Jun 20, 2019

Floral fusion makes up signature Osaka scent

They say that nothing is more memorable than scent. If this stands true, the Aroma Package Stay at the InterContinental Osaka should be a truly unforgettable experience.
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BUSINESS
Jun 14, 2019

Twitter deletes thousands of accounts tied to Iran as it seeks to end false info campaigns

Twitter Inc. on Thursday said it removed thousands of accounts linked to coordinated, state-backed activities it believes were from the Iranian government and archived them to its public database launched last year.
Japan Times
LIFE / Travel / HOTELS & RESTAURANTS
Jun 13, 2019

Summer-flavored fare for an elegant evening

Nothing complements summer evenings in the city quite like the ambiance of exquisite dining within an elegant terrace setting. From July 1 to Sept. 30, the Palace Hotel Tokyo welcomes guests to enjoy its summer dining plan available at restaurant Grand Kitchen.
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WORLD / Society
Jun 11, 2019

Trump camp moves to release migrant children faster from U.S. custody to sponsors

The Trump administration is again changing the way it vets people who want to sponsor minors who crossed the U.S.-Mexico border alone in an effort to speed up the release of thousands of migrant children currently in U.S. custody.
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COMMENTARY / Japan
Jun 10, 2019

Are Japanese ready to make their mark on the world?

Prime Minister Shinzo Abe wants to make Japan a signficant player on the world stage, but many young Japanese people don't seem to care about global issues.
LIFE / Travel / HOTELS & RESTAURANTS
Jun 6, 2019

Return to classic summer Italian flavors

Italian heritage cooking is founded on three basic concepts — simple, fresh and delicious. Such is the doctrine of Aman Tokyo's Italian restaurant Arva, where new summer lunch and dinner menus debuted on June 5.
Japan Times
LIFE / Food & Drink / Cultivating Craft
Jun 1, 2019

Homebrewing in Japan: Craft beer's creative foundation

Craft beer in Japan is experiencing a second renaissance. However, many of Japan's breweries are still trying to catch up to the innovation and skill level of their overseas counterparts. Could legalizing homebrewing help boost creativity?
JAPAN
May 30, 2019

158 ethics violations found in research by Japan's NCVC medical institute

The National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center said Thursday it has found 158 cases of research that was conducted in violation of the country's ethical standards.
Japan Times
LIFE / Travel / HOTELS & RESTAURANTS
May 23, 2019

Sweet and savory dishes perfect for summer dining

The Shangri-La Hotel, Tokyo is getting hungry for some summer fun; and to show it, the hotel has prepared four unique and refreshing menus at The Lobby Lounge on the 28th floor.
LIFE / Digital / ON: TECH
May 19, 2019

Changing the way we do things

From keeping your touch screen free of potato-chip grease to using tap cards to gain access to exclusive online content, the smartphone keeps changing the way we go about life.
LIFE / Travel / HOTELS & RESTAURANTS
May 16, 2019

Cool original cocktails help beat summer heat

The InterContinental Tokyo Bay is mixing up the perfect solution to sweltering summer nights. Available through Oct. 31, guests are invited to the Tokyo Bay Night Bar "Sky View Lounge" on the hotel's 20th floor to delight in some original frozen cocktails.
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COMMENTARY / Japan
May 14, 2019

The digital transformation of national security

Cyberwars are driving the digital transformation of national security. This poses a grave challenge for Japan.
LIFE / Travel / HOTELS & RESTAURANTS
May 9, 2019

Fresh sweets within a reverie of greenery

A nighttime buffet of tasty treats amid botanical gardens awaits guests at the Yokohama Bay Sheraton Hotel and Towers.
COMMENTARY / World
May 7, 2019

Boeing's 737 defense a textbook mess

Quibbling over the meaning of 'safety feature' adds to a litany of errors.

Longform

Once smoky, male-dominated spaces, today's net cafes, like Kaikatsu Club, are working to make their operations more attractive to women customers.
The second life of Japan's net cafes