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LIFE / Travel
Mar 17, 1999

Worse than Vikings, English stag parties descend on Dublin

"Since tonight the wind is high The sea's white mane a fury I need not fear the hordes of hell Coursing the English Channel"
CULTURE / Music / FUZZY LOGIC
Mar 2, 1999

Twin with a twisted heart

The indomitable, incorrigible and completely insane Aphex Twin -- who has just released his latest single "Windowlicker" with its controversial video -- can never be branded boring.
COMMUNITY / CROSSING CULTURES
Feb 25, 1999

Parents and kids reflect upon road somewhat less traveled

Now that our four children can no longer be counted among the very young, we have the time and energy for reflection.
JAPAN
Jan 13, 1999

Fuji to enter hybrid car race

Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd. said Wednesday it will begin marketing a hybrid minicar equipped with a 660cc gasoline engine and an electric motor in 2001.
JAPAN
Dec 11, 1998

Government presents LTCB restructuring plan

The troubled Long-Term Credit Bank of Japan, now under temporary state control, submitted a restructuring plan to the government pledging more job cuts and decreased overseas operations, the president of the LTCB announced Friday.
JAPAN
Nov 6, 1998

Good news kids: End in sight for 'exam hell'

Japanese youngsters may no longer have to endure the ritual of "entrance exam hell" and specialize in cramming for either high school or university admissions tests if the Education Ministry's planned reforms are implemented.
JAPAN
Aug 11, 1998

No mega-merger on horizon for road-warrior Honda

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JAPAN
Jun 15, 1998

Soccer fanatics praise Japan's vibrant cheering section

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JAPAN
May 19, 1998

DirecTV customers climb to 109,000

DirecTV Japan Management Inc. had 109,000 subscribers in Japan as of Tuesday, said Chairman Gareth Chang in his first release of subscription figures since the firm was launched in December.
JAPAN
May 15, 1998

Japan Tobacco is taken to court

Hoping to turn Japan's tobacco industry on its head, seven sufferers from tobacco-related illnesses and their lawyers filed a lawsuit against Japan Tobacco Inc. and the government Friday at Tokyo District Court.
JAPAN
Apr 16, 1998

Automakers take another look at diesel engines

BY SAYURI DAIMON
JAPAN
Mar 2, 1998

Qatar seeks better political, cultural ties, not just oil links

Qatar Ambassador Ahmed Abdulla Al-Khal said Monday the Gulf state wants to develop closer political, economic and cultural relations with Japan, its largest trading partner.
JAPAN
Feb 18, 1998

Czechs bounce Team USA out of contention

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JAPAN
Feb 2, 1998

Zenkoji Temple to be backdrop for CBS Games coverage

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JAPAN
Dec 4, 1997

Mitsubishi Motors chief intent on turnaround

A healthy and cheerful president free of worries is just what Mitsubishi Motors Corp. needs since being racked by legal troubles ranging from sexual harassment to "sokaiya" payoffs.
JAPAN
Oct 27, 1997

Automaker looks to bring Mercedes touch to other segments

Automaker looks to bring Mercedes touch to other segments> Staff writer
JAPAN
Sep 29, 1997

Groups wary of Osaka Olympics

Representatives of the city of Osaka and Osaka Prefecture, local sports federations and citizens' activist groups gathered Sept. 27 at a symposium to weigh the pros and cons of staging the Olympics in Osaka.
JAPAN
Jul 23, 1997

JETs arrive in Tokyo enthusiastic for new life

The newest JET program participants have descended on Tokyo anxious to fan out across the country.
JAPAN
Mar 3, 1997

The Date 'miracle' is acceptance

DATE, Hokkaido -- Some people refer to this city as "Japan's miracle." Not because of its splendid weather or beautiful scenery, but because someone like Takako Nagahama can lead a comfortable life here.
JAPAN
Jan 2, 1997

Virtual idol Kyoko Date breaks new ground in cyberspace project

She sings and dances, favoring the style of teenage pop diva Namie Amuro. She's got what it takes to make it as an idol of today -- boyishly cute looks and a wardrobe of tight, satiny shirts and shorts.
JAPAN
Jan 2, 1997

Thousands gamble on 'fukubukuro'

Thousands of customers, particularly young people, lined up Jan. 2 at a department store in Ikebukuro, Tokyo, for the chance to purchase "fukubukuro," good-luck bags, some of which contained the popular Nike Airmax sports shoe.About 15,000 people were positioned at the entrance of the Ikebukuro branch...
Japan Times
WORLD
Jun 22, 2023

Months after toxic train derailment, East Palestine faces community 'corrosion'

With residents wary of assurances that the air and water are safe, some have already moved away while those who remain are increasingly at odds with one another.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
Jun 20, 2023

Red Bull can win everything, but the gap may be closing in Formula One

Max Verstappen has won six of the eight — including the last four in a row — and is heading for another record-breaking season, but there are glimmers of hope for his rivals.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Jun 9, 2023

Jimmy Butler and Heat stars excited to welcome Lionel Messi to Miami

Lionel Messi saying he will soon play for Inter Miami of Major League Soccer is exciting news for the Miami Heat players, already thrilling South Florida sports fans in the NBA Finals.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
Jun 9, 2023

Rory McIlroy eager to put focus back on golf

McIlroy was one of the staunchest critics of the breakaway LIV Golf circuit, which lured top PGA Tour and DP World Tour stars with signing bonuses and record purses.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Jun 8, 2023

Soccer great Lionel Messi chooses Miami as next destination

'After winning the World Cup and not being able to go to Barca, it was time to go to the U.S. league to experience football in a different way and enjoy the day-to-day,' Messi said.
SUMO / INSIDE SUMO
Jun 7, 2023

Sumo's 'flat circle' keeps turning as upstarts replace iconic veterans

As Tochinoshin, Ichinojo, and Ishiura exit the stage, new talents are rising to take their places.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jun 4, 2023

‘Everything changed’: The war arrives on Russians’ doorstep

The hardship is familiar to Ukrainians, but many Russians had not expected something similar to happen on their home turf.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Jun 4, 2023

PSG announces Lionel Messi won't return next season

The Argentinian was signed two seasons ago from Barcelona to help PSG win an elusive Champions League, but he failed in that aim.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
May 31, 2023

Paris Olympics torch relay will involve 10,000 runners

There will be 10,000 torchbearers to carry the Olympic flame as it passes through some 60 French departments ahead of the 2024 Games, Paris Olympic organizers announced on Tuesday.

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