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Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jul 4, 2020

If 2020 wasn't strange enough, printers are staging a comeback

As many have discovered while working from home, we really do print more than we think.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Film
Jul 3, 2020

‘Japan Sinks: 2020’: When disaster strikes, keep your family close

Masaaki Yuasa's new anime series about the literal sinking of Japan may hit close to home for viewers, but the main takeaway is that love is the key to survival.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Jul 2, 2020

NPC, top U.S. franchisee of Pizza Hut and Wendy's, files for bankruptcy

The plan is to reduce the company's debt and sell some of its restaurants, starting with Wendy's, court papers show.
SUMO / INSIDE SUMO
Jul 1, 2020

Heart by far most important factor toward achieving success in grueling world of sumo

In a sport where bouts are over in a matter of seconds, any kind of doubt or hesitation inevitably leads to a loss.
JAPAN
Jun 27, 2020

Japanese cluster study revives ‘3Cs’ warning as coronavirus cases surge anew

The study, published in the CDC's journal, says closed, crowded environments with close contact and poor ventilation are driving the formation of cluster infections.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Stage
Jun 26, 2020

Comic Saku Yanagawa was on his way to cracking the U.S. — then COVID-19 happened

Comic Saku Yanagawa is making a name for himself in the U.S., but with racist hecklers and awkward Zoom gigs, he's facing his toughest crowds yet.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Jun 22, 2020

Japan’s work culture gets a needed COVID-19 shock

Remote work may have finally persuaded the nation's corporate leaders that endless hours at the office are a waste.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Media / Japan Pulse
Jun 20, 2020

Lawson finds itself lampooned for rebranding design effort

Most complaints have centered around the minimal information that is included on the packaging.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 19, 2020

Tokyo reports 35 new coronavirus cases Friday

The cumulative number of new coronavirus infections in the capital now stands at 5,709, media reports quoted Tokyo Metropolitan Government sources as saying.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 18, 2020

Tokyo confirms 41 new coronavirus cases, exceeding 40 for third day this week

The metropolitan government plans to completely lift its business closure requests for the capital on Friday.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Film
Jun 18, 2020

French-Japanese director Noemie Nakai finds strength in vulnerability

The French-Japanese filmmaker hopes to make a difference in the world by embracing the areas outside our comfort zones and making films about vulnerability.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 17, 2020

Tokyo confirms 16 new coronavirus cases, falling below 20 for first time in a week

The last time daily new infection cases fell under 20 was June 10, when 18 cases were reported.
WORLD / Science & Health
Jun 13, 2020

Young American men having a lot less sex in the 21st century, study shows

Sexual activity among young American men has declined sharply since 2000, with nearly a third reporting no sex with a partner in the prior year, according to a survey study published on Friday that suggests social media and electronic gaming might be filling the void.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 13, 2020

Tokyo reports 24 new COVID-19 cases as capital sees 20-plus infections for third straight day

Tokyo reported 24 new cases of novel coronavirus infections Saturday, a level slightly lower than the 25 logged the previous day but the third straight day that the capital saw at least 20 cases.
Japan Times
CULTURE
Jun 12, 2020

Video gamers have pandemic entertainment figured out

Video games Final Fantasy VII Remake and Animal Crossing: New Horizons have engaging storylines, graphics that are worthy of Hollywood and now — a captive audience
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jun 11, 2020

America’s great(er) recession will last for years

The upbeat employment numbers for May probably don't point to a quick recovery.
CULTURE / TV & Streaming / Wide Angle
Jun 11, 2020

Hana Kimura's legacy is one of inclusion and acceptance

With all the news about Hana Kimura focusing on her death, I wanted to write about her life.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 9, 2020

Tokyo reports 12 new coronavirus cases, keeping count below 20 for third straight day

The daily count for the capital has been in the double digits for nine consecutive days.
LIFE / Language / MORNING ENGLISH
Jun 9, 2020

Let's discuss the death of Hana Kimura

A Japan Times article looks at the death of a reality TV show star and issues of cyberbullying surrounding it.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 8, 2020

Tokyo reports 13 new coronavirus cases

Monday's figure brings the total of COVID-19 infection cases in the capital to 5,396.

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Ichiro Suzuki, one of the most iconic players in NPB and MLB history, was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame with 99.7% of the vote.
With Hall of Fame induction, Ichiro makes himself heard loud and clear