Yomiuri Shimbun

The approval rating for Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s Cabinet has emerged relatively unscathed from the resignation of the scandal-tarred agriculture ... Show more

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Join a Yomiuri Shimbun reporter taking a ride on the Yagiri no Watashi ferry, which has been crossing the Edo River between Tokyo’s Katsushika Ward and Matsudo ... Show more

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Emina Morioka, the director of LVMH Metiers d’Art’s branch in Japan, sits down with The Yomiuri Shimbun to discuss how overseas luxury brands are working with ... Show more

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Leaders from Myanmar’s opposition forces recently shared their future plans in an extensive interview with The Yomiuri Shimbunjapannews.yomiuri.co.jp/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/nakao.jpg

Microsoft Corp. cofounder Bill Gates is warning that artificial intelligence carries unprecedented risks that far outstrip earlier technologies ... Show more

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The approval rating for Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s Cabinet rose three points from last month to stand at 59% in a Yomiuri Shimbun survey following the ... Show more

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Genta Koja is poised to win the Okinawa gubernatorial election, beating incumbent Gov. Denny Tamaki, according to exit polls by The Yomiuri Shimbunjapannews.yomiuri.co.jp/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/nakao.jpg

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi spoke with The Yomiuri Shimbun on balancing economic growth and fiscal discipline, ahead of the deadline for submitting ... Show more

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Many challenges face evacuees in Kumamoto Prefecture following Tuesday’s magnitude 7.1 earthquake, as seen in photos taken by The Yomiuri Shimbun.japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/nakao.jpg

The Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan intends to postpone a proposed merger with fellow opposition party Centrist Reform Alliance ... Show more

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EDITORIAL: Postal Services / What Role Should They Play in a Digital Society? japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/nakao.jpg

Flooding occurred at 46 locations in underpasses and tunnels in Chiba Prefecture during the record heavy rain on Aug. 13, according to The Yomiuri Shimbun’s ... Show more

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EDITORIAL: Sexual Harassment during Job Hunting / Companies Must Take Responsibility to Prevent Harm to Studentsjapannews.yomiuri.co.jp/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/nakao.jpg

The approval rating for Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s Cabinet fell to 56% in the latest Yomiuri Shimbun survey, the administration’s worst performance since ... Show more

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Editorial: An unprecedented incident occurred at a U.S. company in which AI models currently under development went rogue against human intent ... Show more

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Editorial: Stricter measures are needed to prevent spoiler articles from taking a “free ride” on other people’s copyrighted work.japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/nakao.jpg

Was there a breakdown in communication that lead to the accident on a Tobu Railway line that killed four workers?japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/nakao.jpg

EDITORIAL: Scaled down U.S.-S. Korea Military Drills / Concerns Raised about Reduced Deterrence against N. Korea japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/nakao.jpg

Actor Fuju Kamio, who plays a young warrior in the latest film in the Kingdom series, spoke with The Yomiuri Shimbun about his approach to the role.japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/nakao.jpg

EDITORIAL: Expansion of Fishing Quota for Bluefin Tuna / Continue Discussions to Secure Japan’s Allocation of Sea Resource japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/nakao.jpg

EDITORIAL: Undersea Cables / Govt Must Take Lead in Strengthening Protective Measures japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/nakao.jpg

Editorial: Commission on Constitution: Discussions on State of Emergency Clause Progressed, but More Debate Necessary japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/nakao.jpg

Truck drivers are unsung heroes of the Japanese economy. A Yomiuri Shimbun reporter rode along with one for a 600-kilometer overnight journey and came away ... Show more

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Editorial: Major powers are disrespecting international law and creating a dangerous situation. Japan must work to rebuild order and restore peace.japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/nakao.jpg

A woman who died in an explosion at Aeon Mall Kumamoto was described by a relative as being “like the sun.” The relative spoke with The Yomiuri Shimbun about ... Show more

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EDITORIAL: Atomic Bomb Anniversary / Memories Must Be Passed on to Next Generation with Urgencyjapannews.yomiuri.co.jp/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/nakao.jpg

Editorial: The discovery of apparently abundant rare earths in seabed mud around Japan’s Minami-Torishima Island is a promising sign that should provide ... Show more

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The Yomiuri Nippon Symphony Orchestra and its principal conductor, Sebastian Weigle, continue to breathe fresh air into Japan’s orchestral music scene with two ... Show more

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EDITORIAL: Quake in Kumamoto with Seismic Intensity of 7 / Mobilize All Resources for Lifesaving and Relief Efforts / Measures against Heatstroke for Victims ... Show more

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EDITORIAL: Management of Bluefin Tuna Stocks / Japan Must Do Its Utmost to Reach International Agreement japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/nakao.jpg

Editorial: An increasing number of junior high and high school students are misusing AI to commit cybercrimes. Society as a whole must consider how to prevent ... Show more

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EDITORIAL: China and South China Sea / Nations Should Cooperate to Deal with Beijing’s Attempts to Change Status Quo japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/nakao.jpg

Editorial: The recently enacted law on a second capital is riddled with problems, as it blatantly reflects the Japan Innovation Party’s desire to make Osaka a ... Show more

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DITORIAL: Britain’s New Prime Minister Takes Office / Can Ongoing Political Turmoil be Brought under Control? japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/nakao.jpg

EDITORIAL: Trials Involving Foreign Nationals / How Can Judicial Interpreters’ Professionalism Be Enhanced?japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/nakao.jpg

EDITORIAL: Hayabusa 2 / Japan Proves Technologies to Prevent Asteroid Impactsjapannews.yomiuri.co.jp/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/nakao.jpg

EDITORIAL: South Pacific Island Nations / Will They Continue to Shift away from Excessively Leaning toward China? japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/nakao.jpg

Editorial: A seriously flawed bill to revise the Imperial House Law has passed the Diet. Its enforcement should be suspended so that its problem-ridden ... Show more

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Nearing the end of his tenure as Israel’s ambassador to Japan, Gilad Cohen discussed ties between the two countries in an interview with The Yomiuri Shimbun ... Show more

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The Yomiuri Shimbun recently interviewed the two primary DJs of the radio show “School of Lock!”, which is often thought of as a haven by many of its ... Show more

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Editorial: The Japanese government should clarify rules to ensure the quality and safety of dietary supplements.japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/nakao.jpg

A dearth of men in Japan’s Imperial family may be addressed via adoption under proposed legal amendments. Sons of such adoptees may even be eligible for the ... Show more

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Sixty percent of municipalities are taking children out of after-school care programs when their parents are on parental leave due to the birth of another ... Show more

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EDITORIAL: Stability of Imperial Succession / Proposal to Adopt Heirs from Former Imperial Branches Faces Many Challengesjapannews.yomiuri.co.jp/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/nakao.jpg

Macoto Rey, who was a top star in Takrazuka Revue for 16 years, talks to The Yomiuri Shimbun about her first post-revue stage performance in “Boop! The Musical ... Show more

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The final for the 78th H.I.H. Prince Takamado Trophy All Japan Inter-Middle School English Oratorical Contest will take place on Nov ... Show more

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Akie Abe, who’s husband, former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, was fatally shot almost four years ago, recently spoke to The Yomiuri Shimbun about his death and ... Show more

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Fifty-two percent of people support a proposal to lower the consumption tax on food items to effectively 0%, according to a nationwide Yomiuri Shimbun poll ... Show more

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Editorial: In addition to installing seismic circuit breakers, households should immediately take steps to prepare for a megaquake that could hit the greater ... Show more

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Editorial: With an increase in the number of people getting injured during personal training sessions, it is necessary to establish systems to prevent ... Show more

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Editorial: New Fed Chair Kevin Warsh must avoid causing confusion in the markets through his reforms to information dissemination japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/nakao.jpg

Editorial: Non-diabetics who misuse diabetes drugs for the sake of weight loss put their own health at risk – and they make it harder for actual diabetes ... Show more

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EDITORIAL: Crime of Flag Desecration / National Flag Should be Treated with Respect and Care japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/nakao.jpg

EDITORIAL: Lower house electoral system reform / Ruling, opposition parties must engage in thorough deliberationjapannews.yomiuri.co.jp/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/nakao.jpg

“Daemons of the Shadow Realm” voice actors sat down with The Yomiuri Shimbun to discuss their thoughts on the action-packed new series. ⬇️ Show more

A photo exhibit commemorating the 60th anniversary of the Beatles’ Japan tour has opened at the Yomiuri Gallery in Chiyoda Ward, Tokyo.japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/nakao.jpg

Editorial: To meet growing demand for electricity in the age of AI, it is necessary for Japan to steadily proceed with rebuilding nuclear reactors.japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/nakao.jpg

Editorial: The murder of a care manager at the home of a client in Japan’s Saitama Prefecture shows the urgent need for measures to ensure such workers’ safety ... Show more

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Editorial: Build track record of successful launches of Japan's mainstay H3 rockets to ensure stable operations.japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/nakao.jpg

The manager of Japan’s national soccer team, Hajime Moriyasu, told The Yomiuri Shimbun about his determination to lead his side to victory at the 2026 FIFA ... Show more

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Editorial: The Japanese government’s policy to use generative AI to draft responses to questions in the Diet is nothing short of astonishing.japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/nakao.jpg

Editorial: There has been a spate of cases in which patients died after developing liver dysfunction after taking Tavneos, a medication for vasculitis ... Show more

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An elderly man died after accidentally ingesting insecticide distributed in plastic bottles by a resident association in Miyagi Prefecture in June last year ... Show more

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About 20 companies and several executives remitted money to the honorary consulate of Cambodia in Sendai in a bid to conceal about ¥1 billion of income in a ... Show more

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Editorial: Japan’s new national intelligence council should be used effectively to counter foreign cognitive warfare campaigns.japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/nakao.jpg

A member of the Japanese men’s national volleyball team has been arrested on suspicion of cannabis possession, The Yomiuri Shimbun has learned Show more

The first hearing took place on Tuesday in Tokyo District Court for a case in which three Yomiuri Shimbun companies are suing U.S ... Show more

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In an interview with The Yomiuri Shimbun, NEC President Takayuki Morita talked about his plan to use the “Claude Mythos” AI system created by U.S ... Show more

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A survey of elementary school principals by The Yomiuri Shimbun has shown that a combined 90% believe it is most desirable for students in first and second ... Show more

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Public opinion was divided in a recent Yomiuri Shimbun survey over the idea of adopting male descendants in the paternal line of former Imperial branches ... Show more

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Editorial: The operators of portal sites for furusato nozei return gifts should listen to the voices of local governments that rely on the program as a vital ... Show more

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Editorial: As Japan prepares to reorganize its Air Self-Defense Force to include space, it should take the lead in bringing rules to space.japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/nakao.jpg

Sixty-four percent of respondents said they were not convinced by the government’s explanation about the naphtha supply, according to a Yomiuri survey. Show more