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CULTURE / Music
May 29, 2020

Live-house culture won't cede the stage to COVID-19

Seiichi Yamamoto, founder of Osaka live music venue Namba Bears, is employing a range of methods to keep his stage open to touring musicians.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Music
May 29, 2020

As coronavirus restrictions are relaxed, the future of live music in Japan looks rocky

Despite Japan having lifted its state of emergency, gig-goers may have to wait for live music to get back to normal across the country.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
May 28, 2020

The impact of compensation politics on Japan's defense

The system derived from compensation politics has real and immediate impacts on Japan's defense designs.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Science & Health
May 28, 2020

As Japan reopens, coronavirus testing slowed by red tape and staff shortages

Health ministry technocrats wanted to maintain a tight grip on information rather than cooperate with private institutions, critics say.
Japan Times
JAPAN / 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.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Film
May 28, 2020

Rebooting Japan's movie business, one theater at a time

As Tokyo moves forward with plans to reduce social distancing measures in stages, movie theaters look to draw audiences back to the silver screen.
Japan Times
WORLD
May 26, 2020

WHO warns of 'second peak' in areas where coronavirus declining

Countries where coronavirus infections are declining could still face an "immediate second peak" if they let up too soon on measures to halt the outbreak, the World Health Organization said on Monday.
Japan Times
LIFE / Language / BILINGUAL
May 26, 2020

'Kowai,' 'fuan' and language in the 'new normal'

The words people are using to express their anxieties reflect the sense of desperation that they are feeling.
COMMENTARY / Japan
May 25, 2020

Japan must start drafting an Indo-Pacific charter

After watching dozens of webinars, including one co-hosted by the Canon Institute for Global Studies and the Stimson Center, it seems clear that no one knows what will happen to the international order in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
May 25, 2020

NASA should beware of viruses from outer space

As the space agency prepares to bring home Martian soil samples, it needs to update its planetary-protection rules — and soon.
JAPAN / ANALYSIS
May 25, 2020

Japan sidestepped COVID-19's worst, so what now?

The number of reported cases accounts for roughly 0.01 percent of the nation's population, but the chance of a second wave remains ever present.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
May 25, 2020

Japan government considers further pandemic relief of more than ¥100 trillion, report says

The package would be funded by a second extra budget for fiscal 2020 and follow the record u00a5117 trillion spending plan deployed last month.
Japan Times
JAPAN
May 25, 2020

Japanese government panel says time right to lift emergency in five prefectures

The Japanese government was set to end its nationwide state of emergency by lifting the order for Tokyo, its surrounding areas and Hokkaido on Monday.
Special Supplements / Work from Home Special
May 25, 2020

Purpose, respect, fairness: The 3 ingredients for happiness at work

In this time of global crisis, work can seem more stressful and overwhelming than ever. Many of us are confronted with a new daily reality, whether it's having to work in isolation, being afraid for our livelihood, or having to work overtime to deal with the consequences of the pandemic.
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Our Lives / 20 QUESTIONS
May 24, 2020

Takashi Omae: Uplifting his community through udon

Noodle chef Takashi Omae on coming up with ramen-udon noodle fusion recipes, how COVID-19 has impacted business and his recent film debut.
JAPAN / Media / Japan Pulse
May 23, 2020

Crowdfunding campaigns offer hope to ailing firms facing COVID-19 insolvency

Communities rally behind their favorite establishments, but can they save them all?
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
May 23, 2020

Tropical storms are growing

People who live in areas with extreme weather know storms are getting worse. Now there is hard data to prove it.
Japan Times
JAPAN
May 22, 2020

On duty at Japan's 'last-chance' hospital for coronavirus

In the midst of a global pandemic, St. Marianna University Hospital has become synonymous with the virus.
JAPAN
May 22, 2020

Osaka, Kyoto and Hyogo residents ambivalent about lifting emergency

Prime Minister Shinzo Abe also offered praise for the business-minded 'Osaka model' Gov. Hirofumi Yoshimura drafted to bounce back from the virus.
Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health
May 20, 2020

Climate change turning Antarctica's snow green

Antarctica conjures images of an unbroken white wilderness but blooms of algae are giving parts of the frozen continent an increasingly green tinge.
Japan Times
WORLD / Society
May 20, 2020

As lockdowns fuel domestic abuse, social media users fight back

When British teenager Kaitlyn McGoldrick heard domestic violence was increasing under lockdown, she posted a video on social media showing victims how to make a silent emergency call to police without their attackers finding out.
ASIA PACIFIC / ANALYSIS
May 20, 2020

U.S. military faces down two challenges in western Pacific: COVID-19 and China

The U.S. military has battled to maintain its formidable presence in the western Pacific while reassuring allies about its readiness.
Japan Times
TENNIS
May 20, 2020

John Millman says resumption of tennis season will reveal where officials' priorities lie

The timing of professional tennis' return will reveal whether the tours and federations are more interested in making money or looking after the health of players, Australia's John Millman said.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
May 19, 2020

COVID-19 and the lessons of xenophobia

Xenophobia must be treated as a grave risk that is as contagious and as deadly as any virus.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League
May 19, 2020

Takehiko Orimo to focus on Levanga from president's desk after calling time on pro career

The former Toyota and Hokkaido star reflected on his 27-year career in an exclusive interview with The Japan Times.
Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health
May 19, 2020

What did eight weeks and $3 trillion buy U.S. in fight against virus?

Many analysts fear the country has at best fought back worst-case outcomes.

Longform

Dangami House is a 180-year-old former samurai residence of the Kato clan, who ruled over Ozu, Ehime Prefecture, until the Meiji Restoration.
A house, a legacy and the quiet work of restoration in rural Japan