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Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Oct 3, 2018

Abe versus Japan's 'invisible hand'

Will public opinion thwart Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's effort to amend the Constitution?
Figure Skating / ICE TIME
Oct 2, 2018

Mai Mihara impresses as runner-up while unveiling new short program at Nebelhorn Trophy

Mai Mihara earned the silver medal in her season debut at the Nebelhorn Trophy on Saturday with two solid performances.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Oct 2, 2018

'Terrorism' ad by indicted Republican against Democrat foe roils California election

When a Democrat with Palestinian-Mexican ancestry who had never before run for office was elected to challenge a Republican incumbent in a staunchly conservative southern California congressional district, few gave him much of a chance.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Oct 1, 2018

President Moon Jae-in is driving the Korea peace train

Moon's dogged optimism and Trump's unconventional diplomacy might be just the synergetic mix required to shake things up.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Sep 28, 2018

Having outperformed Topix, a pioneer female money manager takes her womenomics fund to U.S.

Miyuki Kashima was one of the first female fund managers in Japan, with a career that dates back to the mid-1980s, before the country's bubble burst. Now she's outperforming the benchmark index by buying companies that hire and promote more women.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Sep 23, 2018

Tokyo marathon fees may go up by 50% from 2020

As costs for security rise, the organizer of the Tokyo Marathon considers raising the participation fee 50 percent to u00a515,000 starting with the March 2020 race.
Japan Times
TENNIS
Sep 20, 2018

Naomi Osaka boosts interest at Toray Pan Pacific Open

Naomi Osaka's presence is being felt at the Toray Pan Pacific Open this week.
Japan Times
Rugby / RWC Countdown
Sep 19, 2018

Brave Blossoms icon Goromaru calls for better promotion of Japanese rugby

Rugby icon Ayumu Goromaru is deeply concerned with the status quo surrounding his sport since the Japan's national team's sensational World Cup campaign in 2015.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Sep 19, 2018

Abe should strike while the iron's hot on revising Article 9

At the height of his political power, now is an opportune time for Abe to attempt constitutional revision.
Figure Skating / ICE TIME
Sep 18, 2018

Shoma Uno, Satoko Miyahara score big victories in season debuts

World and Olympic silver medalist Shoma Uno and world bronze medalist Satoko Miyahara began their seasons with victories in decisive fashion at the Lombardia Trophy and U.S. International Classic, respectively, on Saturday.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL
Sep 16, 2018

Akatsuki Five stars Watanabe and Hachimura ready to enjoy Iran showdown

Yuta Watanabe and Rui Hachimura had fun playing together on the Japan men’s basketball team for the first time during Thursday night’s victory over Kazakhstan.
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JAPAN / IWA World Water Congress & Exhibition
Sep 14, 2018

Historical gardens among unique event spaces for rent

Planners appear to be increasingly interested in booking nontraditional venues for their events. From historical buildings to cultural facilities, these unique spaces can transform standard meetings and receptions into exclusive, unforgettable experiences.
BASEBALL / Japanese Baseball
Sep 12, 2018

Former Yomiuri great Warren Cromartie wants to see more passion from NPB clubs

Warren Cromartie was one of the greats of his day during his time with the Yomiuri Giants from 1984-1990. He was one of the Central League's best players and a popular figure on Japan's most popular team.
Figure Skating / ICE TIME
Sep 11, 2018

Yuto Kishina battles hard to earn first JGP medal of career

Yuto Kishina kept Japan's medal streak alive in the Junior Grand Prix this season by bringing home the bronze at the Lithuania JGP in Kaunas on Saturday.

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