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Australia’s diplomatic influence in Asia on the rise as ALP advances interests abroad

Lowy Institute ranks country sixth overall in the Asia Power Index, behind US, China, Japan, India and Russia

The Guardian - AU

All 36 officials get sack at Manila lockup

MANILA -- Philippine authorities announced Saturday that they had dismissed all 36 officials, including the director, at the Bicutan detention center in a Manila suburb, where four Japanese men suspected of involvement in a string of robberies across Japan are being held.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Tea growers brewing up markets overseas

The Japanese tea industry is focusing on expanding overseas sales channels due to a decline in domestic consumption amid the novel coronavirus pandemic.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

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Adrift on a white sea

Passengers aboard the sightseeing icebreaker Aurora sail through drift ice off Abashiri, Hokkaido Prefecture, on Friday. About 260 tourists from Japan and abroad took part in the ship's first trip this winter, one day after the city marked the opening of the drift ice season, which begins when the ice…

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Washington weighing deploying medium-range missiles to U.S. forces in Japan -Sankei

Washington has suggested deploying medium-range missiles in Japan as part of a plan to bolster defences against China along the East and South China Seas, the Sankei newspaper reported on Saturday citing unidentified people involved with U.S.-Japan relations.

Reuters

UFC Fight Night 218 video: Tatsuro Taira stays unbeaten with slick armbar finish

Japanese flyweight prospect Tatsuro Taira stayed undefeated with a slick submission at UFC Fight Night 218.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Kaoru Mitoma leaves it late again as Brighton beat Bournemouth

Brighton 1-0 Bournemouth: The Japan international also netted a last-gasp winner against Liverpool

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Japan, R.P. near comprehensive agreement on joint disaster drills

The Japanese and Philippine governments, ahead of a summit meeting scheduled for Thursday in Tokyo, have entered the final stage of reaching a comprehensive agreement that smooths the process for implementing joint drills in humanitarian assistance and disaster relief, several Japan government sources said.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

EU envoy pays respects to victims of atomic bomb

NAGASAKI -- Jean-Eric Paquet, the EU ambassador to Japan, visited Nagasaki City on Friday to pay tribute to the victims of the atomic bombing there. The visit was made possible after the EU, which has been supporting Ukraine amid the Russian invasion, approached Nagasaki to deepen ties with the city…

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Japan PM sacks aide for homophobic comment

TOKYO: Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on Saturday sacked a close aide after he made remarks about sexual minorities that the premier called "outrageous".

Bangkok Post

Japan PM Kishida fires aide over same-sex couple outburst

(Refiles to fix typo in par 6)

Reuters

Japanese prime minister's aide leaving over LGBTQ remarks

A senior aide to Japan’s prime minister is being dismissed after making discriminatory remarks about LGBTQ people

The Independent UK

Rising UFC star Tatsuro Taira embraces newfound attention, balance of own goals and public expectations

Will Tatsuro Taira be Japan's first UFC champion?

USA Today Sports Media Group

Arai Japan Releases Astro GX Helmet In New Spine Graphic

Arai releases the Astro GX helmet in a new race-inspired Spine graphic with faux carbon fiber panels, dual race stripes, and a dark smoke rear spoiler.

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The Independent UK

Viral ‘sushi terrorism’ social media trend sparks outrage and disgust among diners

Various pranks on social media have targeted popular conveyor belt sushi restaurants in Japan

ABC News

How the world fell in love with anime, manga and cosplay

The secret to the success of Japanese animation. Why your kids are obsessed with it. And what climate change has to do with its popularity.

The Times of India

Zagreb Open: Wrestler Bhateri loses in semi-final, to fight for bronze

ZAGREB (Croatia): Junior world championships silver medallist Bhateri will fight for bronze in women's 65kg category after losing by technical superiority to Japan's Mahiro Yoshitake in the Zagreb Open on Friday.

The Independent UK

Truss to step back into political limelight before ‘hawkish’ China speech

The fleeting prime minister will head to Japan for a speech later this month.

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F1 live stream: how to watch every 2026 race online, Barcelona-Catalunya GP, what TV channel is it on?

How to watch F1 online for free in selected places around the world. Free F1 live streams, global TV channels, F1 in 4K Ultra HD, full race calendar, free streams and more.

Fortune

Sushi terrorism: Viral and unsanitary trend has sent a Japanese company’s shares plunging

If you thought the collective experience of coronavirus would make unhygienic practices a thing of the past. Think again.

Evening Standard

From the best wards for ramen to après-ski with a difference: 6 unmissable experiences to try in Japan

From indulging in the Japanese tradition of kuidaore (“eat until you drop”) in Osaka to unwinding in the iconic “onsen” hot springs, add these spots to your itinerary now

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Hearings for 2 suspects continue in R.P.

MANILA -- Two of four Japanese men suspected of involvement in a recent string of robberies in Japan, currently being held in a detention center near Manila, are scheduled to face court hearings on Tuesday after decisions on their treatment were postponed on Thursday. The extradition of all four suspects…

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Japan, China foreign ministers hold phone talks

Foreign Minister Yoshimasa Hayashi on Thursday spoke with his Chinese counterpart Qin Gang, who agreed to continue efforts to realize an early visit to China by Hayashi. It was the first time for the two men to talk since Qin assumed office at the end of last year.

Bangkok Post

The art of kaiseki paired with exclusive flavours of Fukuoka

Unknown to most is that our capital city and Japan’s gateway to Kyushu, Fukuoka, have shared a friendship for 15 years. In honour of this special relationship, head chef Norihisa Maeda at Kinu By Takagi at the Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok, is taking diners on a culinary journey to Fukuoka this…

Caixin Global

Opinion: How China’s Chip Industry Should Respond to the U.S.-Japan-Netherlands Alliance

A recently established partnership between the three countries threatens to cut China’s access to key chipmaking equipment, so Chinese firms must move quickly to secure international cooperation where it can be found

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