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Japan Times
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May 23, 2023

UFC eager to bring Japan back inside the octagon

The mixed martial arts promotion sees potential in the country, which was once considered among the sport's biggest global hubs.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
May 23, 2023

G7 unlikely to sway 'Global South' to switch camps, ex-U.N. official says

“(The U.S.) is gradually realizing how difficult it is to isolate China,” said former Security Council President Kishore Mahbubani.
JAPAN
May 23, 2023

Emperor Naruhito inspects Arakawa River lock gate

The Arakawa Lock Gate was built to allow ships to travel between the Arakawa River and the old Naka River, which have different water levels.
JAPAN / Politics / FOCUS
May 23, 2023

Kishida more likely to call election as Zelenskyy’s G7 visit boosts support

Two polls carried out by newspapers during the two days the Ukrainian leader was in Japan both showed Kishida's support rate surging upward by 9 percentage points.
Japan Times
WORLD
May 23, 2023

'Playing war': Conflict militarizes Ukrainian children

Over a year into Russia's invasion, the fighting has seeped into Ukrainian children's games and worldviews, impacting them in ways they will carry forever.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / ANALYSIS
May 23, 2023

China's Micron ban adds regulatory pressure as Sino-U.S. tensions grow

The move by Beijing is seen as retaliation for U.S. efforts to limit China's access to key technology.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
May 23, 2023

The Pentagon is helping bring the next generation of nuclear reactors to life

At less than 1% the size of conventional reactors, it can be delivered by shipping container to power remote bases and disaster-relief missions.
Japan Times
WORLD
May 23, 2023

Turkey's third-place candidate endorses Erdogan in runoff

Analysts say Sinan Ogan's support should give the incumbent Erdogan a boost, but could also divide Ogan's supporters.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / ANALYSIS
May 23, 2023

Uncertainty in Pakistan as military faces unprecedented challenge to authority

The arrest of former Prime Minister Imran Khan earlier this month led to violent nationwide protests, including attacks on military buildings and on the homes of senior officers.
Japan Times
JAPAN / History / THE LIVING PAST
May 23, 2023

Hell is a crab cannery ship in industrial Japan. The way out? Russia.

Stories of brutality from the era of industrialization are testament to the sacrifice of former generations, sacrifices that resulted in what we take for granted today.
Japan Times
SOCCER
May 23, 2023

Spanish soccer admits racism problem after Vinicius incident

Brazil's government on Monday summoned the Spanish ambassador to explain the incident.
Japan Times
WORLD
May 23, 2023

In West Africa, a ‘bokashi revolution’ takes root

A Japanese fermentation-based fertilization method is helping the region’s farmers cope with the effects of the war in Ukraine.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
May 22, 2023

Hedge funds pushing for Japan returns get help from Tokyo exchange

The number of proposals submitted for this year’s shareholder meetings has jumped about 60% from the same time last year.
Japan Times
WORLD
May 22, 2023

Biden and McCarthy to meet Monday as staff debt-limit talks resume

Investors are girding for more volatility in markets this week as the two sides grapple for a deal.
Japan Times
JAPAN
May 22, 2023

As Rahm Emanuel pushes Japan on gay rights, conservatives bristle

The U.S. ambassador has enthusiastically embraced his host country. But critics say he has overstepped diplomatic bounds with his advocacy on equality.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / FOCUS
May 22, 2023

Japan to tighten controls on semiconductor exports to China

It seems inevitable that the restrictions on transactions will cause a deterioration in the business performance of Japanese manufacturers with a high share of China-bound shipments.
JAPAN
May 22, 2023

South Korean nuclear experts to tour Fukushima plant amid water concerns

During their tour of the crippled plant, the experts will pay particular attention to Japan’s plans to discharge treated water, currently being stored at the facility, into the ocean.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
May 22, 2023

An economic Hail Mary for China’s new premier, Li

Just as a baker cannot make bread without enough flour, China’s new premier, Li Qiang, cannot deliver growth without enough labor.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
May 22, 2023

Xylazine spreads faster than U.S. officials can act

The U.S. needs better ways of tracking illicit xylazine, a sedative that’s especially dangerous when mixed with fentanyl.
Japan Times
JAPAN
May 22, 2023

Magnitude 5.3 earthquake jolts area near Izu Islands

A magnitude 5.3 earthquake, which measured a weak 5 on the shindo (intensity) scale, was detected at a depth of 10 kilometers in the waters around Niijima and Kozushima on Monday at 4:42 p.m.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
May 22, 2023

Toyota wants to make more than just EVs — and has plenty of company

The harmony of Japan’s car lobby stands in stark contrast to its European counterpart, which lost several members last year that didn’t see eye to eye.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
May 22, 2023

Biden says frozen U.S.-China ties should 'thaw very shortly'

U.S.-China ties have been in free-fall, but the president's comments signal that high-level talks could become more frequent.
Japan Times
WORLD
May 22, 2023

Russia's claimed Bakhmut win is anything but, experts say

Moscow has made the eastern city's capture a key aim and has fought the war's longest battle to try to win what it would like to bill as a significant success.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Regional Voices: Okinawa
May 22, 2023

More restaurants in Okinawa join program offering free meals for children

As of the end of April, a total of 161 stores, including restaurants and a major local supermarket chain, were taking part in the program.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Tech
May 22, 2023

China bars Micron chips in escalation of U.S. tech clash

The move brings fresh uncertainty to the other U.S. chipmakers that sell to China, the world’s biggest market for semiconductors.
Japan Times
LIFE / Travel / Longform
May 22, 2023

Luxury hotels are on the rise as Japan woos the wealthy

From plush city hotels to beach resorts, establishments costing over ¥100,000 a night are becoming a common sight.
A prophesied disaster (likely) won’t strike Japan this weekend
A viral manga prediction of a July 5 disaster has gripped Japan with anxiety and triggered an economic impact, but experts warn that while such dates are unreliable, the threat of a massive earthquake remains real. 
Magnitude 5.5 earthquake jars Tokara Islands amid flurry of seismic activity
A strong quake struck off the Tokara Islands on Thursday afternoon, with the island chain having recorded around 1,000 earthquakes since a burst of seismic activity first began on June 21.
Japan to require flight passengers to keep power banks within sight
The transport ministry has announced new regulations requiring flight passengers to keep power banks within sight to mitigate fire risks while on board planes.
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."
Residents of Tokara Islands begin evacuation as seismic swarm continues
Details about evacuations from Akuseki Island, located in the Tokara island chain in Kagoshima Prefecture, is seen written on a whiteboard in the city of Kagoshima on Thursday.
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.
As Southeast Asia heats up, a Japanese cooling giant sees a major opportunity
An employee of Daikin Cambodia explains the use of different tools during an air conditioner installation training session in Phnom Penh. Daikin is one of Japan’s oldest air conditioning companies, but as Japan’s population falls, the firm is keying in on overseas growth.

Podcast

One of the many entrances to the Kabukicho neighborhood in Tokyo’s Shinjuku Ward.
Kabukicho: Tokyo’s ‘stadium of desire’

Longform

Mount Fuji is considered one of Japan's most iconic symbols and is a major draw for tourists. It's still a mountain, though, and potential hikers need to properly prepare for any climb.
What it takes to save lives on Mount Fuji
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