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BUSINESS
Oct 30, 2020

Japan net zero plan hits speed bump as small utilities balk

Hokkaido Electric Power Co. and Shikoku Electric Power Co. said this week they can't set deadlines to become emissions neutral because it's too costly.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Society
Oct 27, 2020

Japan ink: Growing tribe proudly defies tattoo taboo — and hopes for Olympic boost

Banned from spas, hot spring resorts, some beaches and many gyms and pools, enthusiasts hope the presence of tattooed foreign athletes at next year's Tokyo Games will help sweep away suspicion surrounding their ink.
JAPAN / Politics
Oct 23, 2020

Ahead of Diet session, speculation over Japan election timing grows

Scheduling the vote will be an important test of Suga's acumen as a politician, and could affect his standing within the ruling party.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Science & Health
Oct 22, 2020

Japan researchers show masks block coronavirus, but not perfectly

Japanese researchers have shown that masks can offer protection from airborne coronavirus particles, but even professional-grade coverings can't eliminate contagion risk entirely.
BUSINESS / Tech
Oct 20, 2020

Pandemic forces CEATEC tech show to go completely virtual

Organizers and exhibitors have had to find innovative ways to effectively demonstrate their physical products when “visitors” won't get the chance to touch or see them.

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An illustration features the Japanese signs for "ganbare" (good luck) and the Deaflympics, which will be held between Nov. 15 and 26.
A century of Deaf sport finds its moment in Tokyo