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KOIKE

Japan Times
JAPAN
Nov 5, 2019
Why aren't more young people fighting climate change in Japan?
Around the world, young people are leading the fight against climate change. But in Japan, a conservative culture of restraint and the stigmatization of public demonstrations are making it difficult for the movement to take hold.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Nov 1, 2019
Tokyo Gov. Koike gives up fighting IOC's decision to move Olympic marathon to Sapporo
The governor was reluctant to acquiesce to the unilateral move, but said “the chances of winning were slim.”
Japan Times
JAPAN
Oct 30, 2019
International Olympic Committee meeting kicks off amid tensions with Tokyo over unexpectedly relocated events
Tokyo's governor, who said she was blindsided by the IOC's decision to move the marathon and walking events to Sapporo over heat concerns, asked why the city was not consulted.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Oct 25, 2019
Tokyo Gov. Koike protests but IOC stands firm on 2020 Olympic marathon's move to Sapporo
Tokyo Gov. Yuriko Koike demands an explanation on why the Olympic host city wasn't consulted about the decision to move the marathon and race-walking events to Sapporo.
JAPAN
Aug 27, 2019
Tokyo Gov. Yuriko Koike and Beijing officials confirm Olympic cooperation for 2020 and 2022
Tokyo Gov. Yuriko Koike and top officials in Beijing confirmed Monday that they will cooperate over the upcoming Summer and Winter Olympic Games.
JAPAN / Politics / FOCUS
Aug 5, 2019
'Can anyone beat Koike?' LDP and others wary ahead of 2020 Tokyo gubernatorial vote
Political parties seem undecided right now over how to contest next year's gubernatorial election in Tokyo, or even whether to field candidates at all.
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Jun 30, 2019
Abdul Hakim Sani Brown endures long meet to win 200-meter dash
The long four-day schedule made it tough even for a phenom like Abdul Hakim Sani Brown.
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Jun 29, 2019
Sani Brown, Koike, Kiryu qualify for 200-meter final; athletes nab national titles in other events
Asian Games men's 200-meter gold medalist Yuki Koike, 100-meter national record holder Abdul Hakim Sani Brown and Yoshihide Kiryu calmly qualified for the gold-medal race on Saturday evening at the 103rd Japan National Championships.
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Jun 28, 2019
Abdul Hakim Sani Brown claims second 100-meter national title
The field for the men's 100-meter dash had been called the best and most competitive in the history of the tournament.
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Jun 27, 2019
Abdul Hakim Sani Brown, Yuki Koike advance to 100-meter final at nationals
New national record holder Abdul Hakim Sani Brown, former record holder Yoshihide Kiryu and other top sprinters safely qualified for the men's 100-meter final at the Japan National Championships on Thursday.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Film
May 29, 2019
'Lupin the IIIrd: Fujiko Mine's Lie': A classic anime franchise goes back to basics
Last month, Japan lost a cultural giant. April 11 saw the passing of Kazuhiko Kato — better known by the pen name Monkey Punch — the creator of "Lupin the Third." The manga, about a playboy thief descended from fictional French gentleman thief Arsene Lupin, debuted in 1967 and has been a pop-culture...
Haneda Airport security staff arrested over theft
Tokyo police have arrested a 21-year-old security inspector at Haneda Airport after he allegedly stole cash from a passenger during a baggage inspection.
Japan's elderly population down at around 36.2 million
The estimated number of people age 65 or older in Japan stands at 36.19 million as of Monday, accounting for record 29.4% of the country's total population, according to the internal affairs ministry.
SDF spots China’s biggest aircraft carrier for first time
The Fujian aircraft carrier is seen in Shanghai in May 2024 as it leaves for its first sea trial.
White House threatens broad crackdown on liberal groups
FBI Director Kash Patel (right) listens to senior White House adviser Stephen Miller speak in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington on Monday.
Why more hotels in Japan are offering room-only service
Nipponia Hotel Ise Kawasaki Merchant Town in Ise, Mie Prefecture
Pole vault rivals in awe after Duplantis has another historic night in Tokyo
Sweden's Armand Duplantis competes in the men's pole fault final during the World Athletics Championships at National Stadium in Tokyo on Monday.
Japan's major art events converge this fall
Shinji Ohmaki’s “Tokinokage” exhibited at Fuji Textile Week 2021 shows the use of fabric as art.
Tara Davis-Woodhall leaps to gold and finds redemption at world championships
Tara Davis-Woodhall celebrates after winning the women's long jump final at the World Athletics Championships at Tokyo's National Stadium on Sunday night.
An aesthetic escape to Hakone’s art-drenched hills
Between traditional examples of fine art and sleek, modern exhibitions that blend with nature, Hakone offers a unique escape from Tokyo's urban sprawl.
Niinami’s ouster quick but not unusual as corporations protect reputation
Takeshi Niinami resigns as chairman and CEO of Suntory Holdings.

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One of the many entrances to the Kabukicho neighborhood in Tokyo’s Shinjuku Ward.
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Sumadori Bar on Shibuya Ward's main Center Gai street targets young customers who prefer low-alcohol drinks or abstain altogether.
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