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JAPAN
Jul 4, 2023
My Number identity cards for elderly won't require passwords, says minister
The plan aims to address concerns among some elderly people about remembering a password, and will ease burdens on staff at elderly care facilities who may apply for cards for residents.
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BUSINESS
May 16, 2023
On busy G7 agenda, generative AI still looms large
The Group of Seven leaders are set to discuss the rise of artificial intelligence applications, such as ChatGPT, and how more nations are regulating cross-border data flows.
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CULTURE / Books
Apr 9, 2023
‘Tokyo Express’: Postwar detective noir basks in the details
Jesse Kirkwood's English translation of Seicho Matsumoto’s dense yet well paced novel is concise and timeless, giving contemporary readers a relatable window into the past.
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CULTURE / Film
Mar 2, 2023
‘Winny’: True-life tale educates more than it entertains
Masahiro Higashide delivers a transformative performance as the embattled creator of a file-sharing program in Yusaku Matsumoto’s biographical drama.
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JAPAN
Feb 20, 2023
Leiji Matsumoto, famed for 'Space Battleship Yamato' anime, dies at 85
The manga artist, also known for the series “Galaxy Express 999,” died of acute heart failure at a Tokyo hospital on Feb. 13, his company announced.
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CULTURE / Music
Oct 27, 2022
Nagano music festival stays true to Seiji Ozawa's musical legacy
The maestro's daughter, Seira Ozawa, sees his passion reflected at the month-long Seiji Ozawa Matsumoto Festival, which celebrates its 30th anniversary this year.
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CULTURE / Entertainment news
Oct 25, 2022
Veteran Kabuki actor Matsumoto Hakuo among six top cultural award recipients
The Order of Culture award will be presented to the recipients at the Imperial Palace on Nov. 3, the country's Culture Day.
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MORE SPORTS
Aug 26, 2022
Japan's 'Nagamatsu' pair reaches semifinals at world championships
Wakana Nagahara and Mayu Matsumoto will carry Japan's hopes into the women's doubles semifinals.
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CULTURE / Film
Aug 18, 2022
‘It's All My Fault’: Who's to blame for strained familial relationships?
Although Yusaku Matsumoto's drama doesn't have much of a plot, Joe Odagiri is effortlessly likeable as a friendly homeless man who takes a young boy under his wing.
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CULTURE / Music
May 27, 2022
Lyricist Takashi Matsumoto on Happy End, writing for pop and helping change the course of Japanese music history
Happy End's decision in 1970 to play American-inspired yet sing in Japanese proved to be a watershed moment for pop music here.
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CULTURE / Film
May 26, 2022
'Inu-Oh’: A rock musical that won't be headlining anytime soon
While 'Inu-Oh' contains good insights into how folk traditions are born, the visuals and music could've benefited from more variety.
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CULTURE / Film
Dec 16, 2021
‘Shrieking in the Rain’: Frothy fun, good for a night in
Eiji Uchida's lighthearted ode to 1980s moviemaking treads similar territory as “The Naked Director,” but instead focuses on the film industry from a female perspective.
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CULTURE / Film
Aug 12, 2021
‘It's a Summer Film’: Movie worship with a time travel twist
Soushi Matsumoto dips into various genres with his feature debut about a teenage aspiring director who unknowingly casts a time-traveling fan of her work as the lead in her first film.
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OLYMPICS
Jul 30, 2021
Bad day for Japanese badminton at Olympics as five pairs crash out
Reigning world champions Mayu Matsumoto and Wakana Nagahara were among the losers as Japan's hopes were crushed by strong East and Southeast Asian opposition.
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LIFE / Travel
Jul 22, 2021
Three spots in Japan will make your transition back to travel an educational one
With COVID-19 vaccinations ramping up, some people may be ready to leave their neighborhoods and go traveling again. Three spots in particular are good if you're into history.
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BASEBALL / Japanese Baseball
Jun 29, 2021
Wataru Matsumoto earns win, Kaima Taira ties NPB record for Lions
The Seibu reliever pitched his 38th game without giving up a run during Monday's outing against the Hawks.
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CULTURE / Film
Jun 17, 2021
‘Around the Table’: A feast for the eyes that doesn’t quite satisfy
In this coming-of-age film, the story itself is nearly overshadowed by the beautifully decorated sets with items from North European-style everyday goods site, Hokuoh Kurashi no Doguten.
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OLYMPICS
Apr 12, 2021
Japan names swimming team for Tokyo Olympics
While the squad features a number of fresh faces, there are also veterans who have already achieved global success, such as Daiya Seto, Kosuke Hagino and Ryosuke Irie.
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MORE SPORTS
Apr 6, 2021
Katsuhiro Matsumoto gunning for gold after earning first Olympic spot
The 24-year-old matched Sun Yang's winning 200-meter freestyle time at Rio 2016 during Monday's national championships and promised to lower his time even further before the Tokyo Games.
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OLYMPICS
Mar 16, 2021
In rare move, athletes and coaches speak out against Olympic planners
With support for the Tokyo Games still low, hopeful participants are taking to social media to push back against public perceptions that they are united with the event's organizers.

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