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Japan Times
LIFE / Food & Drink
Oct 31, 2020

A local’s guide to the backstreet eats of Osaka's Baika neighborhood

With its timeless vibe, Baika's slower pace and rich food culture makes it a welcome getaway from the hustle and bustle of central Osaka.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Media / Japan Pulse
Oct 31, 2020

Dress for success: The benefits of looking fresh in online meetings

If it helps, there's certainly no shortage of websites and blogs that offer advice on online etiquette tips.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Oct 31, 2020

U.S. says coronavirus can’t be controlled. China aims to prove it wrong.

The United States is hitting records in daily coronavirus cases. But China, the country first afflicted with the scourge, is having a different experience.
JAPAN
Oct 30, 2020

Japan government set to stop buying Chinese drones

It must also navigate increasingly choppy waters between China and Japan's closest ally, the U.S., which is at odds with Beijing over a range of issues.
Japan Times
LIFE / Style & Design / ON: DESIGN
Oct 29, 2020

Designart Tokyo forges ahead with hybrid approach

Like many industries, design, art and fashion has been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic — from major exhibitions and trade fair cancellations to drops in consumer sales.
Japan Times
EDITORIALS
Oct 29, 2020

Following the crowd, Suga makes a bold climate pledge

Genuine, sustainable progress depends on changing economic incentives for energy production and use.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Oct 29, 2020

Taiwan fighter jet crashes, fueling worries about aging fleet

The pilot, who had ejected and was rescued, later died despite hours of emergency treatment.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / ANALYSIS
Oct 29, 2020

As COVID-19 persists and U.S. poll nears, China's growth lifts Asia

China is now the only major economy forecast by the International Monetary Fund to report growth — of 1.9% — this year.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Oct 27, 2020

Canon and Nidec outlooks offer early hints for Japan blue chips

Canon is forecasting operating profit 42% higher than the figure it gave previously, while Nidec has lifted its outlook by 12%.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Oct 26, 2020

China’s new growth plan may push economy past U.S. within decade

The country's 14th five-year plan is expected to center around technological innovation, economic self reliance and a cleaner environment.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Oct 25, 2020

COVID-19 accelerated the future of jobs. Here’s how to protect workers.

Workplace data shows that not all workers can work remotely and the possibility varies according to a countries' income level and scale of digital penetration.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Oct 25, 2020

Tobacco nationalism is more toxic than tobacco

The Indian government, too, has a toxic dependence on tobacco. It's called ITC Ltd.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Oct 25, 2020

Lee Kun-hee, who transformed Samsung Electronics, dies at 78

Lee built the company into the electronics powerhouse of today, becoming synonymous with the rise of South Korea on a global economic stage.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / FOCUS
Oct 25, 2020

As China clamps down, activists flee Hong Kong for refuge in the West

Western leaders have said they will stand up for human rights in Hong Kong, while Chinese officials have rebuked what they called interference in Beijing's affairs.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Oct 24, 2020

Japan prefers piecemeal approach over big bailout for carrier ANA

The approach marks a stark contrast to the bold moves other countries have made to protect flagship carriers.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Oct 23, 2020

Consumer prices in Japan falling at slower pace for now, data shows

The figures come ahead of a meeting next week in which the Bank of Japan will give its latest inflation forecasts.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Oct 23, 2020

Arab states should avoid an arms race with Iran

The best way for the Saudis and other Arab states to respond to an armed Iran is to work with the U.S. to create an effective secondary sanctions regime.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Oct 23, 2020

Goldman’s image stained again with damning 1MDB settlements

In a deal with the U.S. Justice Department, the bank admitted executives and other staff conspired to pay more than $1.6 billion in bribes to win business in Malaysia.
JAPAN
Oct 22, 2020

Sea-based missile defense may cost Japan double price of Aegis Ashore

Delays and higher costs could rekindle support for an onshore plan, as Japan's public finances are strained by debt.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Oct 22, 2020

IMF backs Suga’s reform plan but urges BOJ to review inflation goal

The International Monetary Fund gave a thumbs-up Wednesday to plans by new Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga to maintain the thrust of his predecessor's Abenomics stimulus programs, while pushing through reforms to revitalize the economy.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World / Geoeconomic Briefing
Oct 22, 2020

Harnessing technology key to winning race against COVID-19

Governments that have worked effectively to roll out apps and artificial intelligence for the social good are set to come out on top.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Oct 22, 2020

Huawei’s rivals should be happy they’re not American

American tech giants have enjoyed incomparable growth over the past decade. But when it comes to network equipment, there's an advantage to geopolitical neutrality.
Japan Times
EDITORIALS
Oct 22, 2020

Sticking with tradition, Suga makes Southeast Asia his priority

China is credited for making the region a priority for Tokyo, but Southeast Asia has always been one of Japan's vital interests.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Oct 21, 2020

BOJ likely to reduce inflation forecasts as Go To campaign cuts prices

The travel discounts started in July, and have helped drive consumer inflation below zero as hotel prices dropped by more than 30% from a year ago.

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