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NEW YEAR

Japan Times
SUMO / INSIDE SUMO
Jan 8, 2021
New Year Basho arrives with yokozuna absent and virus concerns rising
The first grand tournament of 2021 is scheduled to begin Sunday despite the announcement of a state of emergency in parts of the greater Tokyo area.
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SUMO
Jan 8, 2021
All wrestlers and stablemasters to test for virus before January tournament
The Japan Sumo Association said Thursday all wrestlers and stablemasters will undergo testing for the novel coronavirus ahead of the New Year Grand Sumo Tournament scheduled to open this weekend.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jan 5, 2021
What is your moral plan for 2021?
Few people when making their New Year's resolutions— just 12%, according to one U.S. study — resolve to become a better person in general, meaning better in a moral sense.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jan 1, 2021
Coronavirus looms over Japan's new year festivities
New Year's Day is the biggest holiday in Japan's calendar, but this year's festivities were subdued following record highs in new coronavirus cases nationwide and calls from the government to stay home.
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JAPAN
Jan 1, 2021
Emperor Naruhito thanks medical staff battling pandemic
The emperor set a hopeful tone in his first video message since ascending the Chrysanthemum Throne in May, thanking medical staff involved in the fight against the coronavirus pandemic.
Japan Times
SUMO
Dec 29, 2020
Injury-hit Kakuryu proceeds with caution toward New Year meet
Yokozuna Kakuryu held his final practice of the year on Monday ahead of the upcoming New Year Grand Sumo Tournament, where he hopes to overcome a run of injuries that have forced his withdrawal from the past three meets.
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JAPAN / Media / Japan Pulse
Dec 26, 2020
New year cards return with a vengeance as Japan looks for a ray of hope in 2021
Japan Post is expecting some 1.94 billion new year cards to be delivered in mailboxes nationwide.
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JAPAN
Dec 26, 2020
Pandemic keeping many Japanese from returning to hometowns for New Year's
Still, there were many travelers going through security checks at Tokyo's Haneda Airport, with announcements reminding passengers to take precautions against the virus.
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JAPAN
Dec 25, 2020
Suga urges caution over New Year's break as COVID-19 cases keep rising
Officials say the surge in new infections is already affecting local health care systems and overwhelming hospitals at a time of the year when staffing is limited.
Japan Times
SUMO
Dec 24, 2020
Takakeisho poised for first shot at yokozuna promotion
Takakeisho, a first-time candidate for promotion to yokozuna, leads the three ozeki in the rankings released by the Japan Sumo Association.
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JAPAN
Dec 20, 2020
Kansai leaders declare state of emergency for New Year's period
Concerned about a spike in infections, and anxious to prevent a collapse of medical systems, governors are calling on residents to avoid returning to their hometowns over the holidays.
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BUSINESS
Dec 20, 2020
Japan Post hopes demand for New Year's greetings cards rises amid pandemic
Online orders have increased about 20% from the previous year as people are refraining from going outside due to COVID-19, Japan Post said.
Japan Times
LIFE / Food & Drink / JAPANESE KITCHEN
Dec 19, 2020
This is the quintessential Japanese noodle dish you should eat over new year
Toshikoshi soba is a comforting dish best enjoyed slowly, perhaps with some sake, while you quietly plan ahead for a better 2021.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Dec 16, 2020
Lawson to close 85 stores nationwide over New Year's holidays
In a rare move, the convenience store operator will allow franchise owners to shut stores for several days between Dec. 30 and Jan. 3.
Japan Times
LIFE / Food & Drink
Dec 12, 2020
Raise a glass to better days ahead with spiced winter sake
Think of otoso as Japan's version of mulled wine — sake-based and customizable with a variety of herbs or spices.
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JAPAN
Dec 10, 2020
Emperor's New Year address to be by video due to pandemic
The imperial family's usual early January public appearance has been canceled due to fears over the spread of COVID-19.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Nov 27, 2020
Japan cancels emperor's New Year event due to virus spike
It is the first time the event has been called off since 1990, when the country was mourning the death of Emperor Hirohito.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Nov 16, 2020
Emperor's New Year's event may be canceled due to pandemic
It would be the first time the event has been canceled since 1990, when the country was mourning the death the previous year of Emperor Showa.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Oct 30, 2020
Government asks local authorities and firms to extend New Year's break
A government subcommittee on the coronavirus has proposed extending the holiday period through Jan. 11.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Oct 23, 2020
Government suggests extended New Year break to cut COVID-19 risks
During Japan's New Year holiday season, a time for family reunions, train stations and airports typically become overcrowded.
Japanese stripper bids to have her porn movies taken off internet
Plaintiff Miyuki Ariga (left) speaks at a news conference along with her lawyer, Yoshitomo Morohashi, after filing a lawsuit at the Tokyo District Court on Monday.
Japan passes bill to introduce 'blue ticket' fines for cyclists
A new system under which bicycle riders pay fines for minor traffic violations to escape criminal punishment is expected to be introduced in Japan no later than 2026.
Japan changes law to allow joint custody after divorce
Legislation that allows the option of joint custody of children after divorce is passed at the Upper House plenary session on Friday.
U.S. envoy to Japan makes landmark visit to front-line island near Taiwan
U.S. Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel meets with members of the Self-Defense Forces stationed on Yonaguni, Okinawa Prefecture, on Friday.
Japan to review romanization system for first time in 70 years
An advisory panel to the education ministry will consider how the Japanese language should be transcribed into the Latin alphabet, including unifying different romanization styles currently in use.
Can AI-generated inventions be patented? A Tokyo court says no.
The Tokyo court's ruling comes amid ongoing debates on how to regulate generative AI and is part of a transnational class action lawsuit.
A new initiative rethinks old Tohoku crafts
The colored patterns of Tsuguru "nuri," made in Aomori Prefecture, are achieved by applying multiple coatings of lacquer, which are later polished down to reveal layers of colors beneath.
Xi and Putin mark ‘new era’ amid efforts to counter U.S. ‘containment’
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping attend an event in Beijing on Thursday. During Putin's visit, the leaders showed off their growing alignment amid efforts to push back against the U.S.-led world order.
Unraveling the Japanese prose of Yukio Mishima
Author Yukio Mishima accepts the Arts Festival Award in the drama category at the 20th Arts Festival Award Ceremony on Jan. 22, 1966.
New Taiwan president to set tone for ties with China at inauguration
Taiwan President-elect Lai Ching-te arrives at the CyberSec 2024 Exhibition in Taipei on Wednesday.

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