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Utilize private sector's strengths, increase mobility of bureaucrats

The year 2022 is expected to continue to pose challenges for Japan on issues including the pandemic, foreign affairs and the economy. This is the 11th installment in a series of articles on how authoritative figures in various fields view these matters. The following was excerpted from remarks by Katsunobu…

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Jan 24, 2022

Document found in Paris details aftermath of Soviet invasion of Manchuria

A document has been found in Paris describing the circumstances under the Soviet occupation of Manchuria (see below) following Japan's defeat in World War II.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Jan 24, 2022

Shinjuku schools introduce staggered start times as coronavirus spreads

All 39 elementary and junior high schools in Shinjuku Ward, Tokyo, on Monday began staggering times for the start and end of the day amid the spread of the novel coronavirus.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Jan 24, 2022

Japan, U.S. must boost cooperation to ensure stable international order

There have been conspicuous moves by despotic countries that threaten the international order. To maintain global peace and prosperity, Japan and the United States must further strengthen their cooperation over various areas and issues.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Jan 23, 2022

Olympic results should lead to further development of world-class athletes

Japanese athletes' spectacular showing at the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics should not be a momentary event. Continued support is essential to nurture athletes capable of competing in the world.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Jan 23, 2022

Survey: Pneumonia much less common among omicron patients than delta

The number of people who developed pneumonia after contracting the omicron variant of the novel coronavirus is about one-sixth of those infected with the delta variant, according to a survey by the National Institute of Infectious Diseases.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Jan 23, 2022

A splash of color

Staffers work on hina dolls ahead of the Girl's Festival on March 3, at the workshop of Matsuyoshi Ningyou Co. in Higashi-Osaka, Osaka Prefecture. In addition to regular hina dolls, Matsuyoshi Ningyou is making dolls dressed in a striped costume for the Year of the Tiger, in costumes with colorful…

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Jan 23, 2022

Today's Japan needs a complete philosophical reset

As Japan continues to face challenges with the pandemic, foreign affairs and the economy, this is the 10th installment in a series of Yomiuri Shimbun interviews with experts in various fields. The following was excerpted from an interview with Keishi Saeki, professor emeritus at Kyoto University.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Jan 23, 2022

Upcycled crops used to make new, surprising products in Japan

Upcycling crops that would have otherwise been thrown away is becoming more popular, from making denim out of sugarcane residue to cooking jam from concentrated banana skins.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Jan 23, 2022

Syria-born local assembly member aims to narrow mindset gaps in Japan

Last September, newly elected assembly member Nour Soltan posed his first question to the town assembly of Shonai, Yamagata Prefecture.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Jan 22, 2022