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Japan's top court says government not responsible for Fukushima damage

Japan's government is not liable for damages demanded by people whose lives were devastated by the Fukushima nuclear disaster, the country's top court said on Friday, the first such ruling in a series of similar cases.

Reuters

Japanese children allowed to talk again over lunch as Covid cases fall

An education board in western Japan will end observation of mokushoku – or silent eating – but some parents said the move was premature

The Guardian - AU

Nikkei faces biggest weekly loss in over 2 years

TOKYO: Japan's Nikkei braced on Friday for its biggest weekly drop in more than two years as markets fell for a fifth session in six, with investors awaiting a Bank of Japan (BOJ) policy decision after Swiss and United Kingdom rate hikes sent global markets lower overnight.

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Marles shifts tone on China at defence summit – but the early days of government are easiest

In its first month in power, foreign policy and national security have played a major part of the new government’s activities.

The Conversation

Peugeot Motocycles Releases Limited Edition Django 125 Eversion ABS+

Peugeot Motocycles introduces the Django 125 Eversion ABS+ in the Japanese market. Limited to just 50 examples, it features stylish colors and accessories.

RideApart

Countries prefer U.S. to China as leading superpower, poll finds

There's at least one big exception: Russia.

Axios

Kratos Secures Contract In Japan - Check Out The Details

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc (NASDAQ:KTOS) has secured a contract to build a state-of-the-art C-band Geostationary Orbit (GSO) Satellite Spectrum Monitoring Facility. Financial terms were not disclosed. Kratos is implementing this solution for Japan's Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (MIC) as part of a collaborative effort with Japan's main satellite operator,…

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Russia sanctions: Which brands are severing ties over Ukraine invasion?

Banks, businesses, oligarchs, politicians and military leaders all targeted with harsh economic penalties by Western democracies as punishment for Vladimir Putin’s actions

The Independent UK

Floyd Mayweather claims he was paid £1.2million to attend press conference

Boxing legend Floyd Mayweather is returning to Japan for an exhibition bout in September and has said that he is making millions just to promote the fight to reporters

Daily Mirror

3 potential potholes for Kishida ahead of upper house election

Battling the ongoing novel coronavirus pandemic, limiting price increases and strengthening Japan's defense capabilities are shaping up as the three main issues that could impact Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's prospects in the upcoming House of Councillors election.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Saudi Arabia Advances 8 Positions in Global Competitiveness Index

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is continuing its upward ascent in the global competitiveness rankings in the World Competitiveness Yearbook 2022, published by Switzerland-based International Institute for Management Development (IMD). According to the Yearbook, Saudi Arabia is ranked as the 24th most competitive economy among the 63 countries covered by…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Japan hosts military symposium U.S. hopes will help contain China

Military commanders from Japan, the United States, South Korea, the Philippines and fourteen other countries met in Tokyo this week for a gathering that Washington hopes will help forge cooperation between nations that can help it contain China.

Reuters

Japanese PM Kishida's support edges down, voters critical about rising prices

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's support edged down less than a month before a parliamentary election, with more than half of voters critical of how his government is handling rising prices, according to a survey published on Thursday.

Reuters

Asia shares mixed after Fed assurance on rates lifts Wall St

Asian shares are mixed after the Federal Reserve raised its key interest rate by three-quarters of a point and signaled more rate hikes were coming to fight inflation

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Why Toyota Will Stick To Making Hybrid Cars Amid Growing Calls For EV Transition

Japan’s Toyota Motor Corp (NYSE: TM) has reportedly said it would continue developing and making hybrid and other low-emission vehicles amid shareholder pressure to embrace electric cars.

The Guardian - AU

Ramen a leg: noodle prices heat up as wheat supply goes to pot

Floods in China and war in Ukraine cause grain shortage, while strained supply chain adds to squeeze on a staple food for millions

The Independent UK

Japan PM's cautious course sets up potential long-term rule

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, despite an underwhelming start eight months ago, is enjoying surprising popularity by playing it safe as the public's worries about the coronavirus and global conflicts ease

Input

New Japanese legislation makes ‘online insults’ an arrestable offense

The decision marks an unprecedented step toward cracking down on cyberbullying, but it raises plenty of questions, too.

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JustCo to open 4 new co-working spaces

JustCo, an operator of co-working spaces, is developing its presence in Asia-Pacific with four new centres in Thailand, Japan and Singapore.

RideApart

Honda Hawk 11 Official Website Launches To Get Riders In Japan Excited

Honda launched its official Hawk 11 website to post photos, reviews, and other promotional materials ahead of the planned September, 2022 launch in Japan.

Benzinga

Boston Scientific Buys Substantial Stake In Korean MedTech Player

Boston Scientific Corporation (NYSE:BSX) has agreed to purchase Synergy Innovation Co Ltd's majority stake (~64%) of M.I.Tech Co Ltd, a publicly-traded Korean manufacturer, and distributor of medical devices for endoscopic and urologic procedures. The deal is valued at KRW 14,500 per share, representing KRW 291.2 billion or approximately $230 million. M.I.Tech offers HANAROSTENT technology, a…

The Independent UK

Kishida unveils plan to set up pandemic crisis control unit

Japan’s Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has announced plans to establish an infectious disease crisis management agency to better prepare for future pandemics

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Emperor visits Tokyo exhibit on Okinawa

The Emperor and Empress on Tuesday visited the National Archives of Japan in Chiyoda Ward, Tokyo, to view the "Special Exhibition Commemorating the 50th Anniversary of Okinawa's Reversion to Japan."

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Japan, U.S., ROK to conduct missile drills

SEOUL/WASHINGTON -- Drills planned by Japan, South Korea and the United States to detect and track ballistic missiles will be conducted in conjunction with the U.S. Navy-led Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) exercise slated to start later this month, a South Korean Defense Ministry spokesperson announced Tuesday.

Daily Mirror

Japan reopens to tourists at last but visitors must follow six strict rules

Japan reopened its doors to foreign tourists on June 10, but visitors must follow strict coronavirus mask and vaccination rules, as well as obtaining a visa before travel

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