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Old ties with Poland lead Tokyo group to support Ukrainians

A century-old connection with Poland has led a Tokyo-based social welfare organization to provide support for the many Ukrainians who have taken refuge in Poland to escape Russia's invasion.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Philippines to call for banana price rise in Japan

The Philippine government plans to seek the understanding of a Japanese retail association regarding a rise in the price of Philippine-grown bananas, according to sources.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Final film begins as Iwanami Hall set to close in late July

Tokyo's Iwanami Hall has supported Japanese movie culture for more than half a century as a pioneer of the so-called mini-theater, but it has now begun screening its last film.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

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Japan, NATO step up ties amid Russia's invasion of Ukraine

Japanese and NATO officials have agreed to step up military cooperation and joint exercises as they shared concerns that Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is causing a deterioration of the security environment in Europe and Asia

The Independent UK

Uniqlo Owner to Raise Prices on Fleece Products Due to Weak Yen

The owner of Japanese clothing brand Uniqlo said on Tuesday it will raise prices on some goods this fall, reflecting increasing cost pressures from the weak yen and logistical hurdles. Prices on fleece goods and down jackets in the fall/winter product lines will go up by 1,000 yen ($7.54), a…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Japan calls for defence spending hike in policy paper, notes threats to Taiwan

Japan wants to drastically increase defence spending "within the next five years" it said on Tuesday in an annual economic policy document that for the first time mentioned both a time frame for the expenditure and concern about threats faced by Taiwan.

Reuters

New Zealand PM to visit Australian counterpart in Sydney

Australia’s new prime minister has held face-to-face meetings with the leaders of the United States, India, Japan and Indonesia during his hectic first two weeks in office

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Japan PM vows to strengthen defence 'fundamentally' in five years

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said on Tuesday he intended to strengthen his country's defence capabilities fundamentally over the next five years.

Reuters

Japan to open to tourists after two years but only with masks, insurance, guides

Foreign tourists visiting Japan will be required to wear masks, take out private medical insurance and be chaperoned throughout their stay, the government said on Tuesday, as it plans a gradual opening from two years of COVID-19 restrictions.

Reuters

China's top diplomat says new, old China-Japan problems intertwined

Old problems in China-Japan relations are intertwined with new ones, and the challenges cannot be ignored if the countries wish to have a "healthy" relationship, China's top diplomat said on Tuesday.

Reuters

Today's rugby news as ex-Cardiff head coach sacked after hammering and England international set for Japan move

The latest rugby headlines from Wales and beyond

Wales Online

US Official Says Will Respond Forcefully If N.Korea Holds Nuclear Test

US Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman said on Tuesday there would be a strong and clear response from the United States, South Korea and the world if North Korea were to conduct a nuclear test. "Any nuclear test would be in complete violation of UN Security Council resolutions (and)…

Asharq Al-Awsat

How motorsport sponsor TCS entered the Japanese market

TCS entered the Japanese market in 1986 and in 2014 established a Japanese subsidiary, Tata Consultancy Services Japan Limited (Japan TCS), with Mitsubishi Corporation as its partner, and began full-fledged business in Japan.

Motorsport

Sony’s Former Chief, Who Pushed Content but Missed iPod Wave, Dies at 84

Nobuyuki Idei, the urbane former chief executive of Sony Group Corp, who spearheaded the Japanese conglomerate's push into content but missed the shift to MP3s that led to the iPod, died on June 2, the company said on Tuesday. Idei, who was 84, took the helm in 1995 to drive…

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Japan: Same-sex Couples Face Resistance to Adoption

Conservative attitudes towards the concept of family and a lack of legal rights for LGBTQ+ members of society make adopting in a child a difficult task in Japan.

The Independent UK

Sony ex-CEO Idei, who led brand's global growth, dies at 84

Nobuyuki Idei, who led Japan’s Sony from 1998 through 2005 and steered its growth in the digital and entertainment businesses, has died

The Independent UK

US official vows 'forceful response' if N. Korea tests nuke

The U.S. deputy secretary of state warned of a forceful response if North Korea carries out its first nuclear test explosion in nearly five years

Evening Standard

Inoue vs Donaire 2 live stream: How to watch fight live online for FREE in UK today

Naoya Inoue and Nonito Donaire go head to head in a huge bantamweight unification fight in Japan on Tuesday.

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Bangkok Post

Leadership changes in the Indo-Pacific

New leaders in the Indo-Pacific region -- Australia, South Korea and the Philippines -- will significantly impact the future trajectory of US-China relations. Their policy shifts, even nuances, could either moderate or harden the two powers' strategic rivalries.

Evening Standard

Inoue vs Donaire 2: UK time, undercard, latest odds, prediction and ring walks today

Naoya Inoue and Nonito Donaire put their bantamweight world titles on the line in a huge unification clash in Japan today.

Daily Record

Kyogo and Daizen Maeda hailed for 'never giving up' as Celtic stars handed glowing Japan verdict

The Celtic pair were in action as Japan fell to a narrow 1-0 defeat against Brazil.

Daily Record

The Celtic Champions League test run Kyogo and Maeda made against Brazil superstars

A number of Brazil's squad could face the Hoops next season in the Champions League.

The Independent UK

Sapporo rejects holding referendum over bidding for Olympics

Japan’s northern city of Sapporo has rejected holding a referendum to give voters a choice over bidding for the 2030 Winter Olympics

RideApart

Is The Suzuki Let’s Basket The Cutest Way To Get Around Town?

Suzuki introduced the Let’s Basket in Japan for 185,900 Yen ($1,424 USD). It gets a practical and charming 25-liter basket up front.

Bangkok Post

Biden-BTS summit fuels hope

Perhaps Joe Biden's pursuit to engage more with Asia has just started. Just days after a trip to South Korea and Japan late last month, his first visit to Asia as US president, the 79-year-old leader followed up with a message that touched the hearts of millions of Asians, particularly…

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