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Special Supplements / COP26 special
Nov 1, 2021

Japan set to take lead in achieving Asian net-zero goals

Japan is heading toward its goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. But it is also determined to work toward another target — to help other countries, especially those in Asia, create a carbon neutral society.
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BUSINESS
Nov 1, 2021

Troubles in China’s ‘Christmas Town’ mean higher holiday prices

Factories are being hit by a shortage of raw materials that's raising their production costs.
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ASIA PACIFIC
Oct 31, 2021

Printing coupons and eating swans typify North Korea's economic and food woes

North Korea has long suffered from food insecurity, with observers saying that mismanagement of the economy is exacerbated by international sanctions over its nuclear weapons.
SOCCER / J. League
Oct 30, 2021

Nagoya shuts down Cerezo to win club's first Levain Cup

Goals from Naoki Maeda and Sho Inagaki combined with a strong defensive performance carried the day for Massimo Ficcadenti's men at Saitama Stadium.
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MORE SPORTS
Oct 30, 2021

South Korea slowly beginning to embrace esports

Despite the growing international status and interest among prospective professional players, government support for the esports industry has been lackluster.
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CULTURE / Film
Oct 30, 2021

How Hans Zimmer conjured the otherworldly sounds of ‘Dune’

Composer Hans Zimmer worked with a far-flung “band” of collaborators who sung, scraped metal, invented instruments and more for the epic sci-fi film's score.
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MORE SPORTS
Oct 30, 2021

Patrick Mahomes determined to make improvements in time to face Giants

Kansas City's defensive shortcomings have led to Mahomes pressing sometimes to make plays.
JAPAN / Media / MEDIA MIX
Oct 30, 2021

The political advantages of the ‘parent lottery’

The term 'oyagacha' is widely used for the idea that 'you can't choose your parents.' When you're born into a political dynasty, however, that's not such a bad thing.
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BUSINESS / Companies
Oct 29, 2021

Toyota rolling out new electric SUV for world’s top car markets

The bZ4X, which resembles Toyota's popular Rav-4, is set for release in North America, Japan, China and Europe in mid-2022.
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WORLD / ANALYSIS
Oct 29, 2021

Climate-vulnerable countries float 'emergency' timetable to cut emissions

The grouping wants countries to ramp up their plans for emissions cuts at every annual U.N. climate summit through to 2025.
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JAPAN / Politics / Longform
Oct 29, 2021

Voter apathy looms over yet another election in Japan

Efforts are underway to buoy turnout amid widespread political disenchantment, especially among the young. Will more eligible voters exercise their rights during the Lower House election?
BASEBALL / Japanese Baseball
Oct 28, 2021

Buffaloes put past failures in rearview mirror with Pacific League title

After years of dwelling in the lower reaches of the league, the Buffaloes stepped back into the light with a stunning performance this season.
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COMMUNITY / Our Lives / 20 QUESTIONS
Oct 28, 2021

Yukiro Dravarious: ‘Before, drag queens were feared. Now, we’re celebrated!’

The TV show “RuPaul's Drag Race” has led to a boom in the popularity of drag that even extends to scenes that focus on both gore and glamour.
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COMMENTARY / World
Oct 28, 2021

COP26 a tug of war between competition and cooperation

This year's COP26 conference will test the spirit of cooperation that emerged in Paris, where 196 governments adopted the historic Paris accord.
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BUSINESS / Tech
Oct 28, 2021

Spotify’s advertising business beats forecasts thanks to podcasting

The firm reported a 75% jump in advertising sales for the third quarter and has projected over u00a5131.8 billion in advertising sales for the first time on an annual basis.
PRESS / Services
Oct 28, 2021

日本発のサステナブルな取り組みを 英語・日本語で紹介する Sustainable Japan by The Japan Timesが 定額の読み放題サービスを開始

株式会社ジャパンタイムズキューブ(代表取締役:末松弥奈子)は、持続可能な社会を実現するために日本発のサステナブルな取り組みを英語と日本語で紹介するSustainable Japan by The Japan Timesを、2021年10月28日より定額読み放題サービスとして提供します。...
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CULTURE / Music
Oct 28, 2021

Supergroup Skye’s debut, 53 years in the making

Rock heavyweights Shigeru Suzuki, Ray Ohara, Tatsuo Hayashi and Masataka Matsutoya pay tribute to the band's early days with an eponymous album.
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CULTURE / Film
Oct 28, 2021

‘Unlock Your Heart’: Queen bee brings the sting of teen drama

Anna Yamada is captivating as a high school senior who seems to have it all — except the boy she likes — and comes up with a plan to win his affections in a teen drama from Rin Shuto.
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JAPAN / Politics
Oct 27, 2021

Kishida's nuclear push faces resistance ahead of election

Debate over whether to restart more reactors in Japan is highly charged, with 40% of the population opposing the move.
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ASIA PACIFIC
Oct 27, 2021

Top. U.S. military officer likens China’s hypersonic weapons test to ‘Sputnik moment’

Gen. Mark Milley's comments are the most significant acknowledgment by a U.S. official of reports that China's military conducted possibly two hypersonic weapons tests over the summer.
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COMMENTARY / World
Oct 27, 2021

Climate accord roadblock: U.S.-China cold war

If the United States and China cannot work together on this issue, they cannot work together anywhere. Together, they are responsible for over 40% of carbon dioxide emissions.
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WORLD
Oct 27, 2021

FCC bans China Telecom from operating in U.S., rekindling tensions with Beijing

Beijing-based China Telecom is one of the largest phone companies in China and the second-largest wireless carrier in the country, with 370 million subscribers.
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OLYMPICS
Oct 27, 2021

Team GB expects fully vaccinated team for Beijing Games

While Team GB is yet to select most of its winter athletes, most of those on the long list of candidates are vaccinated according to chef de mission Georgie Harland.

Longform

Rock group The Yellow Monkey played K-Arena Yokohama in June as part of a nationwide tour. Concerts are increasingly popular in the age of social media as users value in-person experiences.
Inside Japan’s arena boom: Sports, sound and city-building