Kishida's leadership put to test as by-election campaigning begins - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240416/p2g/00m/0na/016000c
Kishida returns to scandal, election headwinds after U.S. trip high: TOKYO -- Having basked in the spotlight afforded by a state visit to the U.S. ...
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Three Japan by-elections set to start amid fund scandal: The official campaign period is set to start Tuesday for the April 28 by-elections for the House of ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/04/14/japan/politics/three-by-elections-set-start/
Difficulties Continue for Kishida after State Visit to U.S.
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/politics/politics-government/20240414-180324/
Quick Glance: Biden and Kishida Strengthen Bilateral Ties Amid Uncertainty
- Biden and Kishida met officially in spring to secure progress in the relationship between the countries.
- Agreements include strengthening the bilateral alliance, cooperation in outer space, and networking with partners.
- The new collaboration aims to enhance the integration of command structures between US and Japanese forces.
- The meeting aims to demonstrate that the US and Japan are global partners, regardless of political changes.
By-elections to determine Kishida’s fate within LDP: Losing in the Shimane No. 1 district, long an LDP stronghold, would mark a major blow to the prime minister.
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/04/15/japan/politics/april-by-elections-preview/
Kishida touts U.S. visit success, saying snap election not on his mind: The prime minister, who is due to fly back on Saturday, will be hoping the diplomatic ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/04/13/japan/politics/kishida-us-success-snap-election/
3 Japan By-Elections Set to Start amid Fund Scandal
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/politics/politics-government/20240414-180410/
Biden to Meet With United Steelworkers Union Amid US Steel (X) Takeover Tensions: President Joe Biden will meet with some 200 steelworkers in Pittsburgh on ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-16/biden-to-court-200-union-workers-in-pittsburgh-with-steel-deal-in-crosshairs
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At White House, Japanese prime minister will trumpet strength of U.S. alliance: Fumio Kishida told The Post his visit would underline the importance and strength ...
washingtonpost.com/world/2024/04/09/japanese-prime-minister-visit-biden-kishida/
Quick Glance: U.S., Japan to Announce Military Cooperation and Joint NASA Lunar Mission
- The United States and Japan will commit to modernizing their military alliance this week to establish an operational hub for their defense partnership in the Pacific.
- They will outline a vision for an integrated air defense network linking Japanese, Australian, and U.S. sensors to enhance regional threat detection.
- An announcement is expected that a Japanese astronaut will participate in a NASA moon mission, marking a significant milestone in space exploration collaboration.
- The deepened relationship between the two countries will also focus on expanding cooperation in space exploration, defense equipment production, and economic investments, particularly in the electric-vehicle battery manufacturing sector.
Singapore's Loh Kean Yew knocked out in first round of Badminton Asia Championships by Japan's Nishimoto
channelnewsasia.com/sport/singapore-loh-kean-yew-badminton-asia-championships-loss-japan-kenta-nishimoto-4257666
At state dinner for Japan, blossoms and bonhomie on the menu: White House guests included actor Robert De Niro, former figure skater Kristi Yamaguchi ...
washingtonpost.com/style/2024/04/10/state-dinner-japan-biden-kishida-guests/
Quick Glance: Kishida and Biden Celebrate US-Japan Alliance with 'Star Trek' Toast
- Kishida quotes 'Star Trek' and jokes at state dinner in White House
- Biden and Kishida emphasize friendship and alliance between USA and Japan
- Prominent guests from politics and business attend lavish dinner
- Simon sings hits at night performance, serving spring cuisine from Japan and the USA
Naomi Osaka looking at 'bigger picture' in Billie Jean King Cup: Former world No 1 upbeat about her form despite limited success after return to tennis
thenationalnews.com/sport/tennis/2024/04/11/naomi-osaka-looking-at-bigger-picture-in-billie-jean-king-cup/
Will Kishida dissolve parliament in June?: Speculation has been fueled by comments from Kishida’s fellow Liberal Democratic Party members and the prime minister ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/04/10/japan/politics/june-election-speculation/
Golf: Scheffler wins 2nd Masters title, Matsuyama falls to 38th - The Mainichi: AUGUSTA, Georgia (Kyodo) -- Scottie Scheffler of the United States lived up to ...
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240415/p2g/00m/0sp/012000c
Why Japan is not giving up on fraught U.S. Steel deal: Days after President Joe Biden joined his election rival Donald Trump in voicing concern about a Japanese ...
reuters.com/markets/deals/why-japan-is-not-giving-up-fraught-us-steel-deal-2024-04-05/
The Story of Shohei Ohtani’s Translator Betraying Him Just Got Darker and Sadder: It wasn’t just his friend who failed him.
slate.com/culture/2024/04/shohei-ohtani-translator-indictment-gambling-theft-ippei-mizuhara.html
Quick Glance: Ippei Mizuhara Remains Free Despite Bank Fraud Charges on $25,000 Bond
- Former interpreter for baseball star Shohei Ohtani from the Los Angeles Dodgers surrendered to authorities and later appeared before the U.S. District Court.
- Ippei Mizuhara turned himself in on Friday and was subsequently released on an unsecured $25,000 bond, commonly referred to as a signature bond. This arrangement allowed Mizuhara to secure his release without needing to provide any cash or collateral.
- United States Magistrate Judge Maria A. Audero also stipulated that Mizuhara must undergo treatment for his gambling addiction related to the sports betting scandal. Prosecutors alleged that he exploited his personal and professional connection with Ohtani to steal over $16 million from the player's bank account by occasionally posing as Ohtani to bankers to cover his gambling expenses.
- On Friday, Mizuhara only responded to the judge's inquiries by answering 'yes' when Audero asked him if he comprehended various aspects of the case and his bond conditions.
Steelworkers bash Japan's Nippon, as Biden hosts Japanese prime minister: The Biden administration has sided with the union in its opposition to the Nippon deal.
axios.com/2024/04/10/steelworkers-japan-nippon-biden-prime-minister
Difficulties Continue for Kishida after State Visit to U.S.
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/politics/politics-government/20240414-180324/
Quick Glance: Biden and Kishida Strengthen Bilateral Ties Amid Uncertainty
- Biden and Kishida met officially in spring to secure progress in the relationship between the countries.
- Agreements include strengthening the bilateral alliance, cooperation in outer space, and networking with partners.
- The new collaboration aims to enhance the integration of command structures between US and Japanese forces.
- The meeting aims to demonstrate that the US and Japan are global partners, regardless of political changes.
Japanese author Ototake to run in Lower House by-election: Ototake, who was born without arms or legs, says he wants to 'help people in need through the power of ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/04/08/japan/politics/japan-by-election-tokyo/
Golf: 2021 champion Hideki Matsuyama opens Masters with 4-over 76 - The Mainichi: AUGUSTA, Georgia (Kyodo) -- Japan's Hideki Matsuyama slumped to a 4-over 76 in ...
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240412/p2g/00m/0sp/030000c
Kishida sought scapegoats and allies with LDP reprimands, experts say: Despite Kishida’s hopes, however, the results are unlikely to raise his support rate or ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/04/05/japan/politics/ldp-punishments-analysis/
Japanese prime minister on strengthening military cooperation with U.S. to counter China
pbs.org/newshour/show/japanese-prime-minister-on-strengthening-military-cooperation-with-u-s-to-counter-china
Relatives of Japanese abducted by N. Korea hope Kishida raises issue in U.S.: Takuya Yokota, who represents a group of family members of abductees ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/04/05/japan/politics/abductees-families-kishida-us-visit/
Japan tees up Shinzo Abe's ex-interpreter to help chart course with Trump: Sunao Takao was the loyal interpreter at Shinzo Abe's side, helping Japan's ...
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Japan’s Kishida ‘Not Considering’ Dissolving Lower House in April; PM Says Devoted to Addressing More Urgent Matters
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/politics/politics-government/20240329-177462/
Japan tees up Shinzo Abe's ex-interpreter to help chart course with Trump: Sunao Takao was the loyal interpreter at Shinzo Abe's side, helping Japan's ...
reuters.com/world/japan-tees-up-abes-ex-interpreter-help-chart-course-with-trump-2024-03-26/
Scandal-hit LDP heavyweight Nikai not to run in next general election - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240325/p2g/00m/0na/013000c
Eduard Folayang recalls facing best foe Shinya Aoki: MANILA, Philippines—It takes two to tango and Eduard Folayang knows exactly who his dance partner is in his ...
sports.inquirer.net/559474/eduard-folayang-recalls-facing-best-foe-shinya-aoki
An installation entitled "Continuous" by Japanese art collective teamLab, featuring some 200 giant egg-shaped objects which change color to music as ... Show more
Why LDP elder Nikai's announcement is a big deal (and isn't): Despite portraying it as a move to preserve Nikai's legacy, it's seen as a proactive attempt to ...
japantimes.co.jp/commentary/2024/03/28/japan/ldp-elder-nikais-announcement/
After Miami Open effort, Naomi Osaka says she's 'excited to see how far I can go'
tennis.com/baseline/articles/after-miami-open-effort-naomi-osaka-says-she-s-excited-to-see-how-far-i-can-go
LDP eyes serious punishments for four senior members over funds scandal: All four are senior members of the LDP's largest faction once led by former Prime ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/03/24/japan/politics/ldp-eyes-punishing-four/
Tennis: Confident Naomi Osaka eases into second round; Kei Nishikori comeback ends in early exit at Miami Open
wionews.com/sports/tennis-confident-naomi-osaka-eases-into-second-round-kei-nishikori-comeback-ends-in-early-exit-at-miami-open-702881
BOJ turns page on Abenomics, giving reeling Kishida election hope: The bank's aggressive monetary easing was one of the three pillars of the deflation-fighting ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/03/21/japan/politics/boj-kishida-election-hope/
Ex-PM Yoshiro Mori may face LDP probe over kickback scheme: The target and scope of such an investigation has yet to be decided, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/03/28/japan/politics/former-pm-mori-probe/
Sarawakian arts community turns to crowdfunding to get to Japanese festival: The Tuyang Initiative, based in Miri, needs your help to send its indigenous ...
thestar.com.my/lifestyle/culture/2024/03/22/sarawakian-arts-community-harnesses-crowdfunding-to-get-to-japanese-festival
Murray beats dizzy Berrettini, Stephens, Osaka advance: MIAMI: Two-time Miami Open champion Andy Murray fought back for a 4-6, 6-3, 6-4 win over struggling ...
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'What if Trump?' Moshitora reenters Japanese lexicon: The compact Japanese buzzword has resurfaced in local media reports as the ex-president rises through a ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/03/21/japan/politics/donald-trump-moshitora-japan/
Tennis: Osaka loses to Garcia in Miami Open 3rd round - The Mainichi: MIAMI, Florida (Kyodo) -- Naomi Osaka exited from the third round of the Miami Open with a ...
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240325/p2g/00m/0sp/036000c
No plan to call election before scandal-hit figures punished: Kishida - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240318/p2g/00m/0na/011000c
Bringing M’sia to Japanese readers for over a decade: KUALA LUMPUR: Driven by a lack of information in Japanese and a profound fascination with Malaysia ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/03/25/bringing-msia-to-japanese-readers-for-over-a-decade
Shohei Ohtani to speak Monday about allegations against ex-interpreter: Shohei Ohtani is set to speak for the first time Monday since his former interpreter ...
latimes.com/sports/dodgers/story/2024-03-24/dodgers-shohei-ohtani-to-talk-interpreter-allegations
Quick Glance: Shohei Ohtani's Interpreter Fired Amid Gambling Allegations
- Shohei Ohtani's friend and interpreter at the Los Angeles Dodgers, Ippei Mizuhara, was fired due to allegations of theft and illegal gambling.
- Mizuhara was suspected of $4.5 million being transferred from Ohtani's bank account to an illegal bookmaker in Southern California.
- Ohtani's lawyers revealed that Ohtani was a victim of massive theft and the matter is being handed over to the authorities.
- Mizuhara refused to comment on the allegations, and investigations are ongoing.
Can We Expect a Transfer of Power in the Next General Election?
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/editorial/political-pulse/20240323-176162/
Tennis: Nishikori loses on ATP Tour return at Miami Open - The Mainichi: MIAMI, Florida (Kyodo) -- Japan's former tennis world No. 4 Kei Nishikori lost on his ...
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240322/p2g/00m/0sp/030000c
Zii Jia beats Naraoka in All England opening round: Lee Zii Jia is set to face Singapore's 2021 world champion Low Kean Yew in the second round ...
freemalaysiatoday.com/category/highlight/2024/03/13/zii-jia-beats-naraoka-in-all-england-opening-round/
Tomoko Akane Becomes 1st Japanese Judge Elected to Head ICC; Akane Received Arrest Warrant from Russia for Pursuing War Crimes (Update 1)
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/society/general-news/20240312-174008/
Japan Coalition Member Says Election Likely in Fall After LDP’s Vote: Japan is likely to hold a general election in the fall after the ruling Liberal Democratic ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-10/japan-coalition-member-says-election-likely-in-fall-after-ldp-s-vote
Bangladesh-Japan Joint Initiative: PPP projects caught up in myriad problems: Most of the public-private partnership projects that were listed to be implemented ...
thedailystar.net/news/bangladesh/transport/news/bangladesh-japan-joint-initiative-ppp-projects-caught-myriad-problems-3569051
Japan to join maritime humanitarian aid initiative to Gaza: Tokyo to coordinate with other countries to deliver food, medical, hygiene supplies via sea route ...
yenisafak.com/en/news/japan-to-join-maritime-humanitarian-aid-initiative-to-gaza-3679479
Paid articlePaid Japan Lower House breakup possible in autumn, Komeito exec says: Komeito's secretary-general said public support could be high for the LDP president chosen in ...
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Japanese government making preparations for 'Trump wins' scenario: The Foreign Ministry is fully mobilizing the Japanese Embassy in Washington and consulates ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/03/09/japan/politics/japan-trump-election-preparations/
LDP amends party rules to toughen penalties for political fund violations: The LDP also pledged to move away from factions as vehicles for securing funds and ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/03/17/japan/politics/ldp-revises-internal-rules/
Chief Cabinet Secretary: Japan Does Not Recognize Russian Presidential Election in Annexed Ukrainian Territories
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/world/russia/20240316-175008/
Ex-senior vice justice minister Mito Kakizawa found guilty of vote buying: 'His criminal acts were malicious crimes and shook the people's confidence in the ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/03/14/japan/crime-legal/ex-japan-lawmaker-found-guilty-vote-buying/
Teeing off: Hideki Matsuyama, of Japan, prepares to hit his tee shot on the ninth hole during the first round of The Players Championship golf tournament in ...
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More to join MM2H with proposed relaxed rules, says Tiong: KUALA LUMPUR: More foreign nationals are expected to join the Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) programme ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/03/12/more-to-join-mm2h-with-proposed-relaxed-rules-says-tiong
Naomi Osaka reveals she came back 'to win more Slams': Naomi Osaka has been knocked out of Indian Wells, but the former No.1 seemed pleased with how ...
tennishead.net/naomi-osaka-reveals-she-came-back-to-win-more-slams/
Kishida's three challenges: Discipline, by-elections and Motegi: How the prime minister handles these matters could impact his political future as well as that ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/03/07/japan/politics/kishida-three-challenges/
Kishida denies intent to dissolve Lower House in April: The prime minister was grilled on his reason for rushing the passage of the government's fiscal 2024 ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/03/04/japan/politics/kishida-denies-snap-election/
Japan's lower house passes budget in win for PM Kishida: Japan's lower house of parliament passed the government's budget for the coming fiscal year in a rare ...
reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/japans-lower-house-passes-budget-win-pm-kishida-2024-03-02/
Why Japanese companies need to prepare for Trump 2.0: Given the former president's views on the recent U.S. Steel deal, firms should cover all bases ahead of the ...
japantimes.co.jp/commentary/2024/02/29/japan/japanese-businesses-trump-return/
Japan-ROK Relations Warming in Year Since Wartime Labor Issue Resolved; Korea Election Could Revive Tensions
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/politics/politics-government/20240307-173111/
ISS Backs Canon CEO After Nomination of First Woman to Board: Proxy advisory firm Institutional Shareholder Services recommended that investors vote for all ten ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-04/iss-backs-canon-ceo-after-nomination-of-first-woman-to-board
Could this be the year of Japan's first female Prime Minister?: In Japan, a country with a conspicuous gender gap, a political breakthrough could happen this ...
thedailystar.net/opinion/geopolitical-insights/news/could-be-the-year-japans-first-female-prime-minister-3555436
Political Pulse / Could This Be the Year of Japan’s First Female Prime Minister?: By Yukiko Ishikawa / The Yomiuri Shimbun [posttime] JST, [postdate] While it is ...
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/editorial/political-pulse/20240224-170449/
Embattled Japan PM Volunteers to Appear Before Ethics Panel: Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will appear before a parliamentary ethics committee as he ...
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Rakuten Group Plans to Sell Up to $666 Million Bond-Type Shares: Japanese e-commerce company Rakuten Group Inc. is planning to issue up to ¥100 billion ($666 ...
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Japan opposition fails with censure motion against education minister: The CDP's move against a Unification Church-linked minister came as the party also called ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/02/20/japan/politics/ninivaggimoriyamano-confidence-motion/
Japan PM Kishida’s disapproval rate hit record as political scandals drag on: The disapproval rate of Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida hit a record in a ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2024/02/19/Japan-PM-Kishida-s-disapproval-rate-hit-record-as-political-scandals-drag-on
2024 spring training survey: MLB insiders on the players, teams and stories to watch
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Paid articlePaid No-confidence motion against scandal-hit Japanese minister voted down in Dietmainichi.jp/english/articles/20240220/p2g/00m/0na/025000c
Colorful light installation aims to brighten downtown San Jose’s future: "Dream Club Lab" brings activity to a vacant storefront as part of a new ...
mercurynews.com/2024/02/17/colorful-light-installation-aims-to-brighten-downtown-san-joses-future/
Japan education minister signed Unification Church-supporting document - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240207/p2g/00m/0na/025000c
Ex-Japan lawmaker pleads guilty to illegal campaign in mayor election - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240214/p2g/00m/0na/025000c
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