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With flights still cut, Japan's airline workers make the best of jobs on the ground

Business Apr 1, 2022

With flights still cut, Japan's airline workers make the best of jobs on the ground

Unable to perform their usual duties, many staffers have remained seconded, sometimes keeping them in a very different environment but enabling them to learn new skills.

Medical experts in Japan concerned that omicron symptoms will be mistaken for hay fever

National Feb 24, 2022

Medical experts in Japan concerned that omicron symptoms will be mistaken for hay fever

by Magdalena Osumi

This year’s hay fever season has arrived amid the spread of the omicron variant, which often leads to similar symptoms, such as sneezing and a running nose.

Hope rises for return of sumo's regional tours as pandemic abates

Sumo | INSIDE SUMO Feb 16, 2022

Hope rises for return of sumo's regional tours as pandemic abates

by John Gunning

Jungyō events between major tournaments are not only sources of revenue for the Japan Sumo Association, but also an important means of promoting the sport and recruiting new wrestlers.

Despite COVID-19 impact, Coming of Age Day ceremonies go ahead in Japan

National Jan 10, 2022

Despite COVID-19 impact, Coming of Age Day ceremonies go ahead in Japan

by Osamu Tsukimori

While many coming-of-age ceremonies were canceled or hosted online, tens of thousands of young men and women gathered in Yokohama to celebrate the once-in-a-lifetime occasion.

All Japan tournament an optimistic indicator of a return to normal

Sumo | INSIDE SUMO Dec 8, 2021

All Japan tournament an optimistic indicator of a return to normal

by John Gunning

Sunday's action at Ryogoku Kokugikan featured not only talented wrestlers with promising futures, but an upbeat atmosphere that hinted at a promising 2022 for the sport.

In sweeping pandemic policy bundle, free testing signals attitude change in Japan

National Nov 12, 2021

In sweeping pandemic policy bundle, free testing signals attitude change in Japan

by Ryusei Takahashi

After nearly two years of criticism that the country isn’t carrying out enough tests, the measure is a subtle but strong sign of a shift toward a more proactive stance.

18 months upon the rock: Perseverance amid the pandemic

Voices | FOREIGN AGENDA Sep 27, 2021

18 months upon the rock: Perseverance amid the pandemic

by William Lang

With vaccinations increasing, it’s time for us to get out from under our rocks and look at what life will be like in these post-pandemic times.

Four essential ways to brew the perfect cup of coffee at home

Food & Drink Sep 25, 2021

Four essential ways to brew the perfect cup of coffee at home

by Andy Van Heuit

From set-it-and-forget-it cold brew to the meticulous V60 pour over, here’s how to take your home-brewed coffee to the next level.

Behind the ‘closed’ doors of Tokyo’s bars, alcohol is still flowing

Food & Drink Sep 11, 2021

Behind the ‘closed’ doors of Tokyo’s bars, alcohol is still flowing

by Spencer Cohen

A pervasive but hushed rebellion is happening across the city. Whether they accepted subsidies or not, bars operating as semi-secret COVID-era speakeasies are everywhere.

How are those pandemic hobbies going, really?

Lifestyle Sep 5, 2021

How are those pandemic hobbies going, really?

by Claire Williamson

How many of us have actually kept up with those trendy pandemic activities from last year? And how can we take an activity from “hobby” to “habit”?

Self-care tips from experts to get you out of the delta doldrums

Lifestyle Aug 29, 2021

Self-care tips from experts to get you out of the delta doldrums

by Rebecca Saunders

Lethargy. Languishing. Listlessness. Whatever you call it, it’s what we’re all feeling. The important thing is you’re not alone, and there are ways to get through this prolonged state.

Teetotal no more and order craft alcohol online

Food & Drink | KANPAI CULTURE Aug 21, 2021

Teetotal no more and order craft alcohol online

by Melinda Joe

The state of emergency may be ongoing, but you can still support Japanese sake and cocktail producers from home by ordering craft alcohol online.

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