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Japan Times
JAPAN
Jan 1, 2021
Tokyo confirms 783 new COVID-19 cases on Friday
Among the daily total, 87 cases involved people age 65 or older while the number of severely ill patients, based on city’s standards, came to 88.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jan 1, 2021
Japan’s stance against emergency appears to shift as virus cases soar
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government is considering a request to the central government to declare a state of emergency, public broadcaster NHK reported.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Dec 28, 2020
Japan’s appeal as hub hindered by taxes, language and lackluster growth
China’s crackdown on Hong Kong has raised hopes Tokyo may be able to compete as a financial hub, but the numbers still don’t work in Japan’s favor.
JAPAN
Dec 23, 2020
Japan residents urged to wear masks at home as cases soar
Koike and other prefectural leaders have urged older people and people with underlying health issues — and those living with them — to don masks at home during the New Year break.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 21, 2020
As Japan COVID-19 cases surge, governors brace for year-end spike
It took more than nine months, and two waves, for the number of reported cases to reach 100,000 — but less than two months for that figure to double.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Science & Health
Dec 21, 2020
Tokyo shoppers clean hands and phones at anti-coronavirus stations
The facilities, set up in the Ginza shopping district, use recycled water, chlorine and deep ultraviolet irradiation.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 20, 2020
Santa Claus bikers parade in Tokyo against child abuse
At the parade, bikers said this year’s event meant more, because more children were vulnerable to domestic violence during the pandemic.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 17, 2020
Tokyo logs record 822 cases and raises alarm as hospitals ‘clogged’
The nationwide tally of new cases also hit a record, with media reports putting the figure at 3,211.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 16, 2020
Suga voices regret over dinner that flouted virus guidelines
The prime minister said he is not thinking of imposing tighter restrictions on movement ‘at this time’ as a crucial three-week period in fighting COVID-19 ended.
Japan Times
LIFE
Dec 15, 2020
Solo sauna a hot favorite in Tokyo as coronavirus cases rise
The co-founder of Solo Sauna Tune, which provides Finnish-style sauna rooms, says the pandemic and the social distancing have been a boost for business.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Dec 15, 2020
Who were those Trumpists marching in Tokyo?
There were at least two demonstrations organized by Trump supporters in Tokyo last month. The question is who organized the events.
Japan Times
LIFE / Food & Drink
Dec 11, 2020
Coronavirus puts an end to Tokyo shop that served ramen for 15 years
Seven other ramen restaurants have closed in the area since March.
LIFE / Lifestyle
Dec 5, 2020
Spaces for living: How Tokyo’s urban landscape deals with change
Exploring the city’s constant flux — and the cost to its heritage.
JAPAN / Politics
Dec 3, 2020
As virus spreads, Japan looks to extend — not cancel — Go To Travel
The central government is planning to move the deadline for the travel subsidy campaign from January to June.
JAPAN / Politics / ANALYSIS
Dec 2, 2020
Local businesses left in limbo as Japan’s politicians squabble over Go To Travel campaign
By leaning on governors to determine whether travel and dining subsidies should be suspended in their area, Suga is delegating responsibility — or accountability — to local leaders.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 2, 2020
New virus wave forcing experts to adjust strategies
More than half of the country’s over 2,000 coronavirus deaths have come from those 80 or older.
JAPAN
Dec 2, 2020
New COVID-19 infections in Tokyo jump to 500 as seriously ill cases again fall
The number of severe COVID-19 infections fell for the second straight day, down three from the previous day to 59. The number of new deaths was not immediately available.
JAPAN
Dec 1, 2020
Tokyoites over 65 or with pre-existing conditions urged to refrain from using Go To Travel
Tokyo Gov. Yuriko Koike made the request shortly after a meeting with Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga.
JAPAN
Nov 28, 2020
Outbound travel from Sapporo and Osaka added to travel campaign curbs
Osaka Prefecture reported 383 new cases of the virus on Friday, a day after recording a high of 12 deaths, while Hokkaido recorded 252 and a record nine deaths.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Nov 25, 2020
Koike urges Tokyo shops to close early amid virus surge
Tokyo’s governor urged residents to avoid nonessential outings and take necessary social distancing measures if they do need to go out.
Murakami says his novels are ‘different’ from AI literature
Haruki Murakami's first book in three years hit shelves in Japan on Friday.
Thailand gets serious about chasing high-spending tourists
Chinese tourists at Wat Arun Ratchawararam Rathawaramahawihan in Bangkok
Japan needs caregivers. Young Indians are answering the call.
Young people in India's northeast are increasingly studying Japanese in hopes of building new lives and careers in Japan.
Tokyo hospital baby hatch accepts 20 newborns in first year
Hitoshi Kato (left), head of San-ikukai Hospital in Tokyo's Sumida Ward, speaks during a news conference at the Tokyo Metropolitan Government building on Thursday.
Hayabusa2 flies past asteroid as Japan aims to acquire data for planetary defense
A graphic illustration of the Hayabusa2 probe flying past the asteroid Torifune
Okinawa’s prized seaweed under threat as oceans warm
Local harvesters gather <i>mozuku</i> during low tide at Hyakuna Beach in the city of Nanjo, Okinawa Prefecture. As the planet warms, rising ocean temperatures are placing increasing pressure on the seaweed industry.
‘Defense,’ not ‘warfare,’ stressed as pacifist Japan beefs up capabilities
Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi attends an annual training session near Mount Fuji at Higashifuji Training Field in Gotemba, Shizuoka Prefecture, on June 7.
Japan plans to sharply raise fees for residence permits from October
Foreign tourists walk on the path leading to the Kiyomizu Temple in Kyoto in May.
X Games returns to Chiba with new team format
Skateboarder Sora Shirai practices at Makuhari Messe in Chiba on Friday afternoon. X Games Chiba begins on Saturday.
NU Festival tests Takanawa Gateway City complex’s culture cred
Veteran improvisers Kazuo Imai and Atsuhiro Ito brought some unruly energy to NU Festival, a three-day multimedia event held at the Takanawa Gateway City complex.  

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One of the many entrances to the Kabukicho neighborhood in Tokyo’s Shinjuku Ward.
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