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Shōgun: Limited Series | Rotten Tomatoes: Set in Japan in the year 1600, Lord Yoshii Toranaga is fighting for his life as his enemies on the Council of Regents ...
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Quick Glance: Epic Series: Shōgun
- Lord Yoshii Toranaga fights against his enemies as a mysterious European ship is found marooned on Japan's coast.
- Critics praise Shōgun for its visual beauty and cultural authenticity as an epic adaptation.
- Episodes depict the convergence of destinies in Japan, intrigues, and alliances in a feudal Japanese setting.
- The series receives mixed reviews, with some criticizing the plot and character development, while others find it fascinating and powerful.
Princess Aiko makes debut at imperial garden party: The princess joined the party hosted by the emperor and empress at the Akasaka Imperial Gardens after ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/04/24/japan/princess-aiko-garden-party-debut/
'Male' hippo in Japan zoo found to be female after 7 years: A DNA test was carried out because Gen-chan did not display typical male hippo behaviour.
bbc.com/news/world-asia-68884548
Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani sets HR record for Japan-born players: The Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani set the major league home run record for ...
reuters.com/sports/dodgers-shohei-ohtani-sets-hr-record-japan-born-players-2024-04-21/
Quick Glance: Shohei Ohtani Sets New Record for Most MLB Homers
- Los Angeles Dodgers slugger Shohei Ohtani has broken the record for the most homers hit by a Japanese-born player in Major League Baseball.
- During a game at Dodger Stadium, Ohtani hit an impressive homer that flew into the right field bleachers off pitcher Adrian Houser of the New York Mets.
- With this homer, which was Ohtani's 176th in his six years in the MLB, he surpassed Matsui, who played the final 10 years of his 20-year pro career in North America.
- Ohtani's record-breaking blast traveled 423 feet and put the Dodgers ahead 2-0. Prior to this, Ohtani had not hit a homer in seven consecutive games.
US wants allies to cut chip-related China exports amid Huawei alarm : Washington urges Japan, South Korea and the Netherlands to tighten supply of tools and ...
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‘Not only through blue eyes’: Hiroyuki Sanada on bringing ‘Shogun’ to life: Lead actor and producer of the hit FX series on his quest for authentic Japanese ...
cnn.com/2024/04/25/style/shogun-hiroyuki-sanada-interview-hnk-intl/
Kiyoshi Kurosawa Ups the Mania In Teaser for Cloud: What a pleasure it is to see Kiyoshi Kurosawa in his Hong Sangsoo period. The typically prolific filmmaker is ...
thefilmstage.com/kiyoshi-kurosawa-ups-the-mania-in-teaser-for-cloud/
Morning Bid: Yen on the brink, but Tesla pulls back: A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Tom Westbrook
reuters.com/markets/europe/global-markets-view-europe-2024-04-24/
Japan’s native population declines at record rate as births plunge: Latest data shows number of Japanese nationals falling by almost 100 an hour on average ...
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Quick Glance: Japan’s Native Population Declines: Record Birth Plunge
- Japan sees the largest decline in its native population since 1950, despite government efforts.
- The total population of Japan decreased to 124.3 million in October, with 595,000 fewer residents compared to the previous year.
- The country experienced a historic low in birth rates in 2023 and a high number of foreign residents.
- The demographic crisis in Japan is leading to a significant imbalance in the population pyramid, raising questions about the country's social functions.
Toshiba weighs cutting 5,000 jobs in Japan: TOKYO -- Toshiba is considering cutting its domestic workforce by 5,000, equivalent to about 7% of the total in Japan ...
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'City Hunter' manga hero drops the sexism for new live-action film: Lead actor Ryohei Suzuki says production had to strike a balance between his character's ...
japantimes.co.jp/culture/2024/04/25/film/ryohei-suzuki-city-hunter-movie/
Japan foreign tourists top 3m in March, fueling record spending boom: TOKYO -- The number of monthly visitors to Japan exceeded 3 million for the first time in ...
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Man Repels Bear Attack in Hokkaido by Kicking its Face After Encountering 2 Bears While Sightseeing
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Japan hotel prices near 30-year high as weak yen lures record tourists: The average daily room rate for March was about ¥20,986 ($136), the highest level since ...
japantimes.co.jp/business/2024/04/19/companies/japan-hotel-prices-rise-near-30-year-high/
Hello Kitty turns 50. What will the next cat's meow be?: The global rise of Hello Kitty, who turns 50 this year, tracks that of Japanese culture. What, then ...
japantimes.co.jp/commentary/2024/04/22/japan/hello-kitty-50-years-anniversary/
Japan and India to be next AI hotspots: Vinod Khosla: PALO ALTO, California -- Artificial intelligence innovations are diverse, and related business ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Technology/Japan-and-India-to-be-next-AI-hotspots-Vinod-Khosla
Biden Vows to Back Japan, Philippines as China Rattles Allies: President Joe Biden said he was committed to “deepening maritime and security ties” with Japan and ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-11/biden-vows-to-back-japan-philippines-as-china-rattles-allies
Quick Glance: Biden criticizes Netanyahu's Gaza war approach
- President Joe Biden criticizes Netanyahu for inadequate humanitarian aid in Gaza.
- The U.S. increases pressure on Israel to achieve a ceasefire, straining the long-standing alliance.
- Disagreements over humanitarian aid and offensive plans in Rafah deepen the divide between the two countries.
- Israel slowly ramps up aid, but logistical issues and security concerns complicate deliveries.
How US allies are preparing for a possible second Trump term - Asia & Pacific - The Jakarta Post
thejakartapost.com/world/2024/04/25/how-us-allies-are-preparing-for-a-possible-second-trump-term.html
How Shogun became an unlikely streaming success: Subtitled fare is mainstream these days and audiences are flocking to foreign-language shows ...
smh.com.au/culture/tv-and-radio/bucking-the-trend-of-historical-drama-shogun-is-an-unlikely-streaming-success-20240419-p5fl4y.html
North Korea launches suspected ballistic missile into sea: Authorities in Japan and South Korea have reported what they suspect to be a North Korean missile ...
dw.com/en/north-korea-launches-suspected-ballistic-missile-into-sea/a-68885323
Quick Glance: Kim Leads Rocket Drills for Nuclear Counterattacks
- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un supervised rocket launches simulating nuclear counterattacks.
- The drills showcased the strength of the country's nuclear forces.
- The rockets were described as highly accurate and capable of carrying tactical nuclear warheads.
- The US and South Korea are responding with enhanced military exercises and nuclear deterrence strategies.
Japan restarts world's largest nuclear power plant: After the nuclear disaster in Fukushima, Japan also shut down all nuclear power plants ...
faz.net/aktuell/wirtschaft/japan-nimmt-groesstes-atomkraftwerk-der-welt-wieder-in-betrieb-19655059.html
JP Lee from VanEck believes that there are 'lots of positive macro tailwinds' to suggest that there are more returns to come when it comes to Indian stocks
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26 degrees in April: temperature record in Sapporo, Japan: Temperatures have been recorded in the metropolis since 1877. Now Sapporo has experienced the earliest ...
faz.net/aktuell/gesellschaft/26-grad-im-april-temperaturrekord-im-japanischen-sapporo-19654404.html
Army Deploys Typhon Missile System To China's Backyard For The First Time: The Army's Typhon system, which can fire Tomahawk and SM-6 missiles ...
twz.com/land/army-deploys-typhon-missile-system-to-chinas-backyard-for-the-first-time
Pet Treat Market, Sales Continue to Grow; Treats That Double as Toothpaste Particularly Popular
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/society/general-news/20240422-181754/
Is Japan finally becoming a ‘normal’ economy? : Prices are rising, workers are demanding higher pay and the stock market is booming. But the country still has to ...
ft.com/content/88174b91-27d6-4936-ba5c-62c831b0a1c7
Quick Glance: Record Audience at NCAA Women's Championship
- South Carolina's victory over Caitlin Clark and Iowa in Sunday's women's NCAA championship game garnered a preliminary average viewership of 18.7 million on ABC and ESPN.
- Nielsen's final numbers on Tuesday may reveal an increase in viewership.
- It marks the most-watched basketball game since 2019, when the men's NCAA title game between Virginia and Texas Tech averaged 19.6 million viewers on CBS.
- The women's final also recorded the highest viewership for a Sunday afternoon sporting event on ESPN and ABC since early 2021.
Japan considering first hike in teachers' overtime pay in 50 years: There has been a proposal for raising the allowances to 10% of monthly salary or even higher ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/04/13/japan/society/japan-teacher-pay-hike/
Indonesia awards Jakarta MRT extension project to Japan's Sojitz: TOKYO -- The Japanese trading house Sojitz has signed a 45 billion yen ($290 million) contract ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Transportation/Indonesia-awards-Jakarta-MRT-extension-project-to-Japan-s-Sojitz
Japan’s China Reckoning: Why Tokyo Must Strengthen Its Ties to Democratic Allies: Why Tokyo must strengthen its ties to democratic allies.
foreignaffairs.com/china/japans-china-reckoning
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Oracle to invest over $8 billion in Japan in cloud computing, AI: Oracle said on Wednesday it will invest more than $8 billion over the next 10 years to meet ...
reuters.com/technology/oracle-invest-over-8-bln-japan-cloud-computing-ai-2024-04-18/
U.S. 7th Fleet officer Arrested on Suspicion of Stealing Sushi, Sashimi, Chicken at Kanagawa Shopping Mall; Suspect Caught Mid-Meal
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/society/general-news/20240420-181618/
Japanese dancer Yuna Yamada wins first place in U.S. ballet contest: 'I want to be a dancer influential enough to make the audience smile,' said Yamada, 12 ...
japantimes.co.jp/culture/2024/04/21/stage/japan-yamada-wins-ballet-contest/
What would Sigmund Freud have thought of Japan’s largely peaceful history?: In an exchange of letters, Albert Einstein and Sigmund Freud discussed human nature ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/04/18/japan/history/war-culture-japan-manyoshu-jingu/
ValueAct's reputation gamble in Japan pays off: ValueAct Capital can breathe a sigh of relief. The U.S. investment firm prefers to chide management of ...
reuters.com/breakingviews/valueacts-reputation-gamble-japan-pays-off-2024-04-23/
Hydrogen is developing fast in Japan, closer to societal use: Japan is a global leader in hydrogen technology development, largely due to its strategic emphasis ...
weforum.org/agenda/2024/04/hydrogen-japan/
To Counter China in South China Sea, US Ramps Up Ties With Japan, Philippines: US President Joe Biden is set to unveil joint military patrols and training with ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-11/to-counter-china-in-south-china-sea-us-ramps-up-ties-with-japan-philippines
Quick Glance: Biden emphasizes US support for Philippines and Japan
- President Joe Biden reinforced the unwavering U.S. defense commitment to Pacific allies.
- The Philippines and China have faced repeated confrontations in the disputed South China Sea.
- The White House highlighted the significance of the first-ever trilateral summit with Japan and the Philippines as a response to China's attempts at "intimidation".
- The United States, the United Kingdom, and Japan announced joint military exercises in the Indo-Pacific for 2025.
Bank of Japan keeps monetary policy unchanged, sees slightly higher inflation in fiscal 2024
cnbc.com/2024/04/26/bank-of-japan-keeps-monetary-policy-unchanged.html
Unusual "toilet behavior": Male hippo turns out to be female after seven years: The hippopotamus Gen-chan came to a Japanese zoo from a Mexican zoo in 2017 ...
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Japanese students losing interest in civil service: Public-private job search timing affects student behavior, especially in new graduate hiring.
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/04/17/japan/society/students-lose-interest-in-civil-service/
Japan’s Yamada Wins 1st Place in U.S. Ballet Contest
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/culture/performing-arts/20240421-181698/
What are the Royal Navy’s land-attack capabilities?: Tomahawk Land Attack Missiles from submarines, Paveway IV bombs from F-35Bs, and the ongoing integration of ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/what-are-the-royal-navys-land-attack-capabilities/
Oracle to spend over $8bn to build more data centers in Japan: TOKYO -- Oracle will spend a total of more than $8 billion over 10 years, starting in 2024 ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Technology/Oracle-to-spend-over-8bn-to-build-more-data-centers-in-Japan
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New 'V Point' program launched after merger: The combined number of subscribers to the two former programs was 154 million, the largest in Japan.
japantimes.co.jp/business/2024/04/23/companies/japan-v-point-program-launch/
Addition, subtraction brain cells found in monkeys: Japan research team - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240425/p2a/00m/0sc/019000c
Toyota recalls Prius cars, halts orders due to faulty door switches : TOKYO (Reuters) -- Toyota Motor has recalled more than 135,000 Prius hybrid cars in Japan ...
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US, Japan to strike deals on defense, space at leaders' summit: Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will make new agreements with U.S. President Joe Biden when ...
reuters.com/world/us/us-japan-strike-deals-defense-space-leaders-summit-2024-04-10/
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
China to send three astronauts to Tiangong space station, part of its ambitious program | The Asahi Shimbun: Breaking News, Japan News and Analysis
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‘Evil Does Not Exist’ builds its dramatic tension to perfection: Ryusuke Hamaguchi’s nuanced drama deftly meditates on humanity’s complex relationship with ...
japantimes.co.jp/culture/2024/04/25/film/evil-does-not-exist/
32-yr-old man's kidneys at octogenarian level after taking Japan supplement - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240423/p2a/00m/0na/017000c
12-year-old Japan dancer wins top prize in youth ballet competition - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240421/p2g/00m/0et/061000c
Princess Aiko Attends Gagaku Court Music Concert; Princess Reportedly Enjoyed Concert Greatly
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/society/imperial-family/20240416-180716/
American-Born former sumo champion Akebono dies aged 54: Akebono, an American-born sumo wrestler who became the first non-Japanese yokozuna grand champion ...
reuters.com/sports/american-born-former-sumo-champion-akebono-dies-aged-54-2024-04-11/
Quick Glance: Akebono Taro: Sumo Icon Passes Away from Heart Failure
- Japan mourns Akebono Taro, the first non-Japanese Sumo Grand Champion, who passed away at the age of 54 from heart failure. His story was immortalized in songs.
- Born as Chad Rowan in Hawaii, Akebono rose to become one of the most successful sumo wrestlers in the 90s and was appointed as the 64th Yokozuna in 1993. After his active career, he pursued K-1 and wrestling.
- The US Ambassador to Japan and the late musician Israel Kamakawiwoʻole honored Akebono as a giant in sumo and a bridge between the US and Japan. His legacy as a sumo icon lives on.
- Israel Kamakawiwoʻole had sung about Akebono and other Hawaiian sumo wrestlers in his song 'Tengoku Kara Kaminari,' celebrating them as champions and heroes for all ages. Akebono leaves behind his wife, daughter, and two sons.
Japan’s Official Paris Sunrise Inspired Uniform for 2024 Olympics Unveiled
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/sports/olympics-paralympics/20240418-181087/
Allianz says Japanese stocks will defy geopolitics and yen volatility: The asset manager expects support from solid corporate fundamentals and the long-term ...
japantimes.co.jp/business/2024/04/22/markets/japan-stock-market-forecast/
Why East Asia is simply better at Pisa: East Asian countries regularly perform best in the PISA study. This is due to teaching and Confucius ...
spektrum.de/news/bildungsmisere-warum-ostasien-einfach-besser-ist-bei-pisa/2203434
One dead, seven missing in Japan after helicopters crash: One person has died and seven others were missing after an incident involving two Japanese military ...
rte.ie/news/2024/0421/1444770-japan/
Quick Glance: 8 crew missing after 2 Japanese navy helicopters crash
- Two Japanese navy helicopters with eight crew members are believed to have crashed in the Pacific south of Tokyo, according to the Defence Minister.
- The cause of the crash is unknown, but the focus is on the rescue operation.
- The Navy deployed ships and aircraft to search and rescue the missing crew members.
- The training on Saturday was solely for the Japanese navy and not part of a multinational exercise.
Japan biz leaders' average age rises for 33rd straight year: As of December last year, the average age of company leaders stood at 60.5 years old. In 1990 ...
japantimes.co.jp/business/2024/04/14/aging-japan-business-chiefs-continues/
Before Murakami’s English release, try him in Japanese one more time: An English version of 'The City and Its Uncertain Walls' won't come out till the fall ...
japantimes.co.jp/life/2024/04/19/language/how-to-read-haruki-murakami-in-japanese/
Traditional Japanese Knife Store in Tokyo’s Ningyocho District Dates to Edo Period
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/features/japan-focus/20240415-180447/
In Photos: Gorgeous sightseeing train dubbed 'moving suites' unveiled in southwest Japan - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/graphs/20240422/hpe/00m/0na/001000g/20240422hpe00m0na001000q
'Sugar Baby Riri' gets nine-year prison term over romance scam: The 25-year-old swindled three men out of ¥159 million, which she spent on a Kabukicho host she ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/04/22/japan/crime-legal/itadaki-joshi-ruling/
Beyond red and black: Survey finds Japan school backpack color trends changing - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240419/p2a/00m/0bu/013000c
Baseball: Lions' Bo Takahashi earns 1st win in Japan - The Mainichi: OSAKA (Kyodo) -- Right-hander Bo Takahashi, who as a child in Brazil idolized former Seibu ...
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240425/p2g/00m/0sp/052000c
Japan's Sapporo sees earliest 25C day since records began: A city known for the 1972 Winter Olympics and hosting one of the country's biggest snow festivals saw ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/04/15/japan/sapporo-posts-earliest-summer-day/
SpaceX Preps for Global Tests of Cellular Starlink System: The company asks the FCC for clearance to test the cellular Starlink technology in several other ...
pcmag.com/news/spacex-preps-for-global-tests-of-cellular-starlink-system
On Himalayan hillsides grows Japan’s cold, hard cash: One of the poorest pockets of Asia supplies a primary ingredient for the economy in one of the richest.
nytimes.com/2024/04/15/world/asia/nepal-japan-yen-argeli.html
Quick Glance: Japanese Currency Cultivated from Himalayan Shrubs
- A shrub in Nepal supplies material for Asia's financial system.
- Argeli plant in Nepal was commonly used for firewood or fencing before Japan's currency involvement.
- Japan prints money on unique paper, not locally available, to meet the demand for fresh yen notes, benefiting Mr. Sherpa and neighbors.
World's 1st recycled diapers go on sale at stores in southwest Japan: A major Japanese hygiene products maker began selling the world's first ...
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As foreign leaders urge US Ukraine support, Republicans look to Trump: An unprecedented series of foreign officials, including from Japan, Britain and Italy ...
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Quick Glance: Foreign Leaders Push for US Ukraine Aid, Republicans Turn to Trump
- An unprecedented series of foreign officials, including from Japan, Britain, and Italy, have visited Washington in recent months, urging congressional Republicans to approve more military aid for Ukraine.
- However, former President and current Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump might hold a different stance that these lawmakers could listen to.
- Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida called on lawmakers to overcome 'self-doubt' about the country's role on the world stage, warning that Ukraine's hopes would collapse without US support.
- The visits of foreign leaders to Washington reflect deep anxieties, especially in Europe, about how long Ukraine can hold on without significant new help from Washington.
MSDF helicopters crash off Izu Islands, leaving seven missing: The apparent crashes during nighttime training off the Izu Islands in the Pacific Ocean left seven ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/04/21/japan/politics/izu-msdf-helicopter-crash/
Japan Feb core machinery orders +7.7% mth/mth: Japan's core machinery orders rose a much stronger-than-expected 7.7% in February from the previous month ...
reuters.com/markets/asia/japan-feb-core-machinery-orders-77-mthmth-2024-04-14/
Cashiers given chairs as Japanese companies reconsider if it’s OK for workers to sit during their shifts
japantoday.com/category/features/lifestyle/cashiers-given-chairs-as-japanese-companies-reconsider-if-it%E28099s-ok-for-workers-to-sit-during-their-shifts-1
Golden Week holidaymakers in Japan to reach 90% of pre-COVID level - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240413/p2g/00m/0na/006000c
Fake Ads for Investment Scams “Endorsed” by Businesspeople Run Rampant on Social Media
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/society/general-news/20240422-181676/
China counters closer U.S.-Japan-Philippines ties with diplomatic flurry: HONG KONG -- While U.S. President Joe Biden invited leaders from Japan and the ...
asia.nikkei.com/Politics/International-relations/China-counters-closer-U.S.-Japan-Philippines-ties-with-diplomatic-flurry
Mongolian woman joins volunteer firefighting squad in Japan city - The Mainichi: IZUNOKUNI, Shizuoka -- A Mongolian woman who works as an international relations ...
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240413/p2a/00m/0na/008000c
McDonald’s Japan releases pancake pie for new retro kissaten coffeeshop series: Recent years have seen a revival in all things retro, and in Japan that means ...
japantoday.com/category/features/new-products/mcdonald%E28099s-japan-releases-pancake-pie-for-new-retro-kissaten-coffeeshop-series-1
Hitachi to let foreign employees work remotely from back home: TOKYO -- Hitachi will start allowing foreign employees in Japan to work from their home countries ...
asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/Work/Hitachi-to-let-foreign-employees-work-remotely-from-back-home
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25-yr-old man arrested over finding of 2 burnt bodies north of Tokyo - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240421/p2g/00m/0na/054000c
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