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Figure Skating / ICE TIME
Dec 3, 2019

Tomoki Hiwatashi going all out to make Beijing Olympics

Tomoki Hiwatashi made his competitive debut in Japan at the NHK Trophy last month before an appreciative crowd. Though he finished a disappointing 10th, fans had a chance to see the young American's potential firsthand.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League
Dec 2, 2019

Fans select Takehiko Orimo for All-Star Game

Stars from the Japan national team and domestic legend Takehiko Orimo will headline the roster for the upcoming B. League All-Star Game in Sapporo, organizers revealed on Monday.
Japan Times
ESG CONSORTIUM
Dec 1, 2019

Compelling need for adoption of ESG goals

Intensifying pressure to limit global temperature increases and prevent ecological disaster is mounting and corporations and investors — including those in Japan — have an urgent role to play.
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Our Lives / WHY DID YOU LEAVE JAPAN?
Nov 30, 2019

Sachiko Hara: Acting on a dream to perform

Using acting techniques inspired by Japanese angura (underground) theater, Sachiko Hara impressed European directors and won her way into German theater.
EDITORIALS
Nov 30, 2019

Banning (some) free plastic bags

Japan's effort to reduce plastic waste by forcing retailers to charge for shopping bags has too many exemptions.
Japan Times
LIFE / Travel
Nov 30, 2019

Cold, crowd-free, breathtaking: Mount Yari out of season

Why do hikers leave the warmth of the city for Kamikochi during off-season?
Reader Mail
Nov 29, 2019

Can 'Statues of Peace' really help?

The article "Statue dedicated to 'comfort women' unveiled near Washington" in the Oct. 29 edition referred to the "comfort women" issue as both a conflict between Japan and Korea and a matter of women's rights.
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Special Supplements / Malaysia Special
Nov 29, 2019

'Much to gain' for Japanese businesses

The Malaysia Investment Development Authority (MIDA) is Malaysia's principal investment promotion agency and was established in 1967.
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Figure Skating / ICE TIME
Nov 28, 2019

Yuzuru Hanyu shows he is much more than a great skater

Yuzuru Hanyu's destruction of the opposition at the NHK Trophy last weekend came as no surprise. The two-time Olympic champion is fully healthy and back in top form as witnessed by his 55-point victory.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Nov 28, 2019

North Korea appears to have fired missiles, Tokyo says

North Korea appears to have fired two missiles on Thursday in a move that comes as it has threatened to break off sputtering nuclear talks unless U.S. President Donald Trump offers up concessions by year end.
EDITORIALS
Nov 26, 2019

Pope's demand for nuclear disarmament

The Japanese government should welcome the Pope's full-throated endorsement of disarmament.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Nov 26, 2019

Let will of the people decide succession issue

The emperor's position is determined by the will of the people, irrespective of the historical background of the imperial system.
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PRESS / Corporate Trends
Nov 26, 2019

第2回Satoyama実践者交流会(延期開催)『SDGsを里山里海で考える』申し込み受付中

 Japan Times Satoyama推進コンソーシアム(代表:末松弥奈子、株式会社ジャパンタイムズ 代表取締役会長)は三重県志摩市と共催し、2020年2月23日(日)、24日(月・祝)に『第2回Satoyama実践者交流会(延期開催)』を開催します。(本イベントは2019年10月13日に行われる予定でしたが、台風19号の影響により延期開催となります。)...
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COMMUNITY / Our Lives / JAPAN LITE
Nov 25, 2019

Waves of change washed over the Seto Inland Sea during the 2010s

Attracting international tourists used to be the goal. Events and trends over the past decade, however, have caused a small island to rethink their tourism strategy.
EDITORIALS
Nov 24, 2019

Rengo's daunting challenges

Thirty years on, there remain many hurdles that Rengo must overcome.
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Our Lives / WHY DID YOU LEAVE JAPAN?
Nov 23, 2019

Akira Isogawa: Australia's darling of fashion

'I understand how such rules are necessary and help Japan to function as efficiently as it does. But I'm a rule breaker, and that's permitted here in Australia. It's a real relief.' — Akira Isogawa, fashion designer
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Our Lives / 20 QUESTIONS
Nov 23, 2019

Robert Hamilton: Making kimono accessible

Though unusual textile designs and traditional techniques, Robert Hamilton's kimono don't break rules — they just make them that little bit more flexible.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Music
Nov 22, 2019

Shintaro Sakamoto: The art of disappearing in plain sight

The former Yura Yura Teikoku frontman discusses his absence from the live music scene and how he feels singing in Japanese is no longer a barrier to international acclaim
JAPAN
Nov 21, 2019

Hibakusha cardinal who broke silence after pope's 1981 visit pins high hopes on Francis in Hiroshima

Many Japanese are looking forward to Pope Francis' visit to Japan on Saturday, including Shoji Fukahori, an 82-year-old Christian priest and hibakusha in Hiroshima.
Japan Times
Places
Nov 21, 2019

Top tips for visiting Tokyo Disneyland and Disney Sea

With Tokyo Disneyland seeing 17.9 million visitors in 2018, it's a good idea to do your research before you visit the happiest place on Earth — or, at least, the happiest place in Japan.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Film
Nov 21, 2019

Juliette Binoche: 'There's something in the present that's more real'

The French actress discusses her love of Japan and her work with Japanese film directors, as well as her recent stint as a performing arts judge
Japan Times
LIFE / Travel / Nikko Special
Nov 21, 2019

30 hours of wonder: Shrines, temples and hot springs

The city of Nikko in Tochigi Prefecture is one of the brightest lights in the Japanese sightseeing firmament, which is apt, given that its name literally translates to "sunshine." With some amazing attractions from World Heritage sites dating back to the eighth century to picturesque hiking trails and...
EDITORIALS
Nov 20, 2019

Will Yahoo-Line merger produce a critical edge?

The attempt by Yahoo and Line to create a bigger online platform is a good news for Japan.
PRESS / Corporate Trends
Nov 20, 2019

「『第11回Satoyamaカフェ』+地域おうえん BASH」12月16日開催

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ASIA PACIFIC
Nov 19, 2019

U.S., South Korea defense cost talks break down over Trump's $5 billion demand

Cost-sharing talks between the U.S. and South Korea broke down over U.S. President Donald Trump's demands for a fivefold funding increase, raising new questions about the stability of one of America's closest alliances.

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