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Japan defends neutrality of IAEA report on Fukushima water release plan as minister visits plant

Japan’s industry minister has visited the tsunami-wrecked Fukushima nuclear power plant to see equipment that would be used in the planned release of treated radioactive water into the sea to ensure the safety of the controversial plan

The Independent UK

1 dead as Japan warns of 'heaviest rain ever' in southwest

TOKYO: One person died in a landslide and hundreds of thousands of people have been urged to evacuate their homes in southwestern Japan as forecasters on Monday warned of the "heaviest rain ever" in the region.

Bangkok Post

Thousands told to evacuate as mudslides, floods kill one in Japan

One person dead and hundreds of thousands of people urged to evacuate as torrential rain lashes southwestern Japan.

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Canada Open: Lakshya in final; Sindhu ousted

Lakshya Sen upset fourth seed Kenta Nishimoto of Japan 21-17, 21-14 to reach his first final of the year at the Canada Open BWF Super-500 tournament.

The Times of India

Heavy rains cause flooding and mudslides in southwest Japan, where at least 6 people are missing

Torrential rain has been pounding southwestern Japan, triggering floods and mudslides and leaving at least six people missing

The Independent UK

South Korea's Yoon pushes for strong resolve against North's nuclear ambitions at NATO summit

South Korea’s president says it’s time to clearly demonstrate strong international resolve to deter North Korea’s nuclear ambitions and he plans to discuss how to cope with the North’s expanding weapons arsenal with NATO leaders this week

The Independent UK

Abe Shinzo, it seems we hardly knew you

A year has passed since former Japanese Prime Minister Abe Shinzo was assassinated by a gunman during a campaign rally in Nara on July 8, 2022. Much like the assassination of US President John F Kennedy in Dallas in 1963, Abe's murder marked a watershed moment in Japan's history.

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Japanese visitors unlikely to hit TAT target

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) acknowledges that inbound Japanese visitors are unlikely to reach its target of half of the 2019 level this year because of a slow resumption of flights and a weak yen, while travel agents have voiced concerns about potential political unrest.

Bangkok Post

Daizen Maeda issues Celtic message after Jota farewell address as he makes Parkhead promise

The 25-year-old Japanese star penned a new four-year deal in Glasgow, following in Kyogo's footsteps

Daily Record

10 Things You Didn't Know About Nasa Hataoka

Learn more about Japanese golfer Nasa Hataoka with these facts

Golf Monthly

Backlash builds as Japan prepares to release wastewater from Fukushima nuclear plant

Protesters say the release, which won the endorsement of the United Nations' nuclear watchdog last week, sets a bad precedent that may encourage other countries to dispose nuclear waste into sea.

WEKU

‘Bread is much easier’: how Japan fell out of love with rice

The traditional staple is losing the battle with more convenient and cheaper alternative foods

The Guardian - UK

A Buddhist pilgrimage route in Japan

Japan is crisscrossed with ancient pilgrimage routes, and walking them is a slow but rewarding way to experience the country’s religious art and architecture, its cultural traditions, and its wild landscapes.

The Week

Canada Open badminton | Lakshya Sen sails into final, Sindhu suffers semifinal loss to Yamaguchi

Commonwealth Games champion Lakshya Sen stormed into the final of the Canada Open Super 500 badminton tournament with a straight-game win over Japan’s Kenta Nishimoto in Calgary. Sen, who has slipped to world number 19 after struggling to find his form early in the season, saw off the world number…

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South Korean lawmakers berate IAEA chief over Japanese plans to release treated Fukushima wastewater

South Korean opposition lawmakers sharply criticized the head of the United Nations’ nuclear watchdog for its approval of Japanese plans to release treated wastewater from the damaged Fukushima nuclear power plant during a tense meeting in Seoul on Sunday, with protesters screaming outside the door

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Abe remembered with flowers, tears 1 year after shooting

Saturday marked one year since Shinzo Abe, Japan's longest-serving prime minister, was fatally shot during a campaign speech in Nara.

RideApart

The Kawasaki Z900RS To Get A Yellow Ball Edition In Japan

Kawasaki Japan is launching the Yellow Ball edition of the Z900RS, paying tribute to the Z1’s design with a special candy-colored paint job plus special touches.

The Independent UK

South Koreans protest Japan's plans to release treated wastewater from damaged Fukushima plant

Hundreds of people marched in South Korea’s capital on Saturday demanding Japan to scrap its plans to release treated wastewater from the damaged Fukushima nuclear power plant as the head of the United Nations’ nuclear agency met with senior Seoul officials to discuss public concerns over foods safety

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Wales star Gareth Anscombe wanted by Japanese sides as Rhys Patchell piques interest of American club

Wales internationals Gareth Anscombe and Rhys Patchell are on the market

WEKU

Shohei Ohtani's hometown in Japan knew he was a prodigy since Little League

"He made it big all due to his own efforts. We had nothing to do with it," Ohtani's former coach, Shoji Asari, says of the Los Angeles Angels' superstar. Asari emphasized fun over winning.

The Independent UK

Japanese leaders mark one year since the assassination of former prime minister Shinzo Abe

Japanese political and business leaders are marking one year since the assassination of former leader Shinzo Abe

GamesRadar

The Japanese MMO I've always wanted to play but couldn't is finally available in English thanks to fans

This Dragon Quest 10 fan translation lets you play through a ton of the game in English

RideApart

Suzuki And SkyDrive Sign Agreement To Produce Flying Cars In Japan

Suzuki and SkyDrive officially signed an agreement to cooperate on production of SkyDrive's first electric vertical takeoff and landing vehicle, or flying car.

France 24

Concerns linger over Japan’s plan to release treated Fukushima wastewater into Pacific

Over 12 years ago, the strongest earthquake in Japan's recorded history caused a massive tsunami that led to a meltdown at the Fukushima Daiichi power plant. We take a look at what's to become of the water used to cool the plant's reactors. With the Fukushima facility rapidly running out…

Manchester Evening News

'A leader among Japan's next generation' - Manchester United transfer target tipped for bright future

Manchester United have shown an interest in Urawa Red Diamonds' Zion Suzuki over a potential transfer to Old Trafford

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