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JAPAN
Jan 17, 2012

Opposition quick to brand new defense chief an amateur

New Defense Minister Naoki Tanaka drew flak from the opposition camp Monday for making statements over the weekend that seemed to indicate Tokyo was intent on beginning the contentious relocation of U.S. Marine Corps Air Station Futenma in Okinawa by the end of the year.
EDITORIALS
Jan 15, 2012

Wars over whaling

Japan's annual whaling season is currently under way with the inevitable lurid reports and tangled accusations. The history of conflict between Japan's whaling boats and anti-whaling protesters has not only gained newspaper headlines, but has inspired its own TV program, "Whale Wars," on the American...
Japan Times
ENVIRONMENT / WILD WATCH
Jan 15, 2012

Sealing a connection with nature

The cliff-ringed cape known as Notoro Misaki stands as a massive natural breakwater west of the city of Abashiri in northeastern Hokkaido, sheltering it from some of the might of the ocean.
JAPAN
Jan 14, 2012

Futenma move may hinge on Okinawa 10-year growth plan

With U.S. officials pressing Japan to make major progress on the long-stalled relocation of U.S. Marine Corps Air Station Futenma within Okinawa, Prime Minister Yoshihiko Noda and his new defense minister will have their work cut out getting locals to accept the move.
JAPAN
Jan 14, 2012

Picks mirror more pragmatic tack, bid to exert leadership

With a minor but crucial reshuffle Friday, Prime Minister Yoshihiko Noda prepared to tackle his most important and difficult task — raising taxes.
CULTURE / Art
Jan 13, 2012

"Exhibition: M. C. Escher"

Maurits Cornelis Escher (1898-1972), more commonly known as M.C. Escher, is likely the most famous master of trompe l'oeil (trick-of-the-eye illusionism). A Dutch graphic artist, specializing in woodcuts, lithographs and mezzotints, Escher excelled in mathematically inspired depictions of impossible...
Japan Times
CULTURE / Art
Jan 13, 2012

"Exhibition: M. C. Escher"

Maurits Cornelis Escher (1898-1972), more commonly known as M.C. Escher, is likely the most famous master of trompe l'oeil (trick-of-the-eye illusionism). A Dutch graphic artist, specializing in woodcuts, lithographs and mezzotints, Escher excelled in mathematically inspired depictions of impossible...
Japan Times
CULTURE / Art
Jan 13, 2012

"Beauty in Miniature: Modelers of Classic Cars and Motorcycles"

This exhibition features scale models of classic cars and motorcycles that have been built from scratch, a technique known as "scratch building." Since no model kits are used, this technique involves thoroughly researching real vehicles, sourcing suitable materials and making all the parts. Creating...
CULTURE / Art
Jan 13, 2012

"Beauty in Miniature: Modelers of Classic Cars and Motorcycles"

This exhibition features scale models of classic cars and motorcycles that have been built from scratch, a technique known as "scratch building." Since no model kits are used, this technique involves thoroughly researching real vehicles, sourcing suitable materials and making all the parts. Creating...
Japan Times
CULTURE / Art
Jan 13, 2012

"The Unseen Relationship: Form and Abstraction"

This exhibition showcases the work of seven contemporary artists, both Japanese and foreign, who focus on representing their surroundings using abstract imagery. The show covers a range of media, including the photography of Anders Edstrom, drawings by Tomoo Gokita and paintings by Shingo Francis.
CULTURE / Art
Jan 13, 2012

"The Unseen Relationship: Form and Abstraction"

This exhibition showcases the work of seven contemporary artists, both Japanese and foreign, who focus on representing their surroundings using abstract imagery. The show covers a range of media, including the photography of Anders Edstrom, drawings by Tomoo Gokita and paintings by Shingo Francis.
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / THE ZEIT GIST
Jan 10, 2012

Local Japanese school is the obvious choice if you want your child to fit in

The first day of elementary school, a milestone in a child's life, brings a mix of emotions for parents. The pride and joy of seeing their child taking his first steps into the world are tempered with feelings of anxiety in moms and dads everywhere.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Art
Jan 6, 2012

"The Art of Film Posters in Japan"

This exhibition from the National Film Center asks visitors to look at film posters from an artistic point of view.
MORE SPORTS
Jan 6, 2012

Selfish players hurt Jets: McElroy

The New York Jets had their worst season since 2007 because players cared more about their own performances than winning, backup quarterback Greg McElroy said.
Japan Times
JAPAN / NUCLEAR AWAKENING
Jan 6, 2012

Domestic robots failed to ride to rescue after No. 1 plant blew

After the March 11 tsunami slammed into the Fukushima No. 1 nuclear plant and wrecked three reactors, many people expected the nation's cutting-edge robotic technologies to come to the rescue.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Art
Jan 6, 2012

"Me in Brain, Me in Information: Mysterious Media Technology which Shakes Five Senses"

Celebrating the 80th anniversary of Osaka University, "Me in Brain, Me in Information" presents 10 installations based on collaborative research in human science and information science.
CULTURE / Art
Jan 6, 2012

"Me in Brain, Me in Information: Mysterious Media Technology which Shakes Five Senses"

Celebrating the 80th anniversary of Osaka University, "Me in Brain, Me in Information" presents 10 installations based on collaborative research in human science and information science.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Art
Jan 6, 2012

"New Year Exhibition: Modern Japanese Paintings"

Although its aesthetic origin originally came from China, nihonga (Japanese-style painting) developed into a style of its own through its focus on motifs deep-rooted in Japanese culture. Bijin-ga (paintings of beautiful women) and sansui-ga (landscape painting) in particular present subjects familiar...
CULTURE / Art
Jan 6, 2012

"New Year Exhibition: Modern Japanese Paintings"

Although its aesthetic origin originally came from China, nihonga (Japanese-style painting) developed into a style of its own through its focus on motifs deep-rooted in Japanese culture. Bijin-ga (paintings of beautiful women) and sansui-ga (landscape painting) in particular present subjects familiar...
Japan braces for more quakes as authorities dismiss doomsday hype
Evacuees from Akuseki Island, located in the Tokara island chain in Kagoshima Prefecuture, arrive at Kagoshima Port on Friday.
Heatstroke alert issued for 19 prefectures as Japan enters 'once-in-a-decade' heat wave
Japan will experience a heat wave through mid-July on a “level only seen once in a decade,” the Meteorological Agency said on June 30.
Hidden AI prompts in academic papers spark concern about research integrity
Waseda University is one of 14 institutions in eight countries found to have used hidden prompts in research papers.
Tokyo and Kyoto feature among top ‘noctourism’ destinations
Tokyo ranked second after New York and ahead of Dubai and Singapore in a ranking of the top global cities for nighttime tourism.
Elon Musk says he has created a new U.S. political party
Elon Musk looks on during a news conference with U.S. President Donald Trump in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington on May 30.
Ainu land rights in crosshairs as Hokkaido communities debate nuclear waste
A street in Suttsu, Hokkaido, with a sign put up by an anti-nuclear organization. The small community is considering hosting a facility that would hold nuclear waste.
Ghibli’s Isao Takahata exhibit shows how beloved anime is made
“The man who planted Japanese animation” exhibition includes a variety of sketches, drawings and animation cels from Isao Takahata films such as color design for characters by Michiyo Yasuda from "Grave of the Fireflies."
Flag football facing challenges and opportunities ahead
Japan’s women’s flag football team at the 2025 International Bowl in Los Angeles in June. The sport is enjoying continued growth in the country.
From Hokusai’s Great Wave, shinkansen to One Piece: a cultural treasure box for Lego Japan
Michael Ebbesen, general manager of Lego Japan, says Lego bricks based on Japanese culture have a rich global appeal and are sellable around the world.
With farmed fish, RelationFish swims against the tide in fine dining
Chef Hideaki Matsuo (middle) and the staff of Oseto Suisan Fisheries prepare to check on their sustainably farmed fish.

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