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Watch: James Wiseman knocks down 3-pointer in preseason contest vs. Wizards in Japan

During the Warriors' second preseason contest against the Wizards in Japan, James Wiseman showed off his jumper from beyond the arc.

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Japan's Kishida vows to regain trust in church controversy

Japan’s Prime Minister Fumio Kishida says he will humbly listen to people’s “harsh voices” criticizing his governing party’s cozy ties to the ultra-conservative Unification Church and help victims of its allegedly fraudulent businesses and huge donation collection

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Who is Captain Tsubasa, a hero to Spanish footballers?

How a Japanese cartoon character created in 1981 became a hero for Spanish footballers growing up.

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Ex-Liverpool flop Takumi Minamino struggling at Monaco with poor form sparking confusion

Takumi Minamino has struggled during his short time in Monaco so far following his move from Liverpool with the Japanese midfielder netting just once in seven games

Daily Mirror

Japan, U.S., Australia agree to boost defense cooperation

HONOLULU -- Defense Minister Yasukazu Hamada held talks with U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Australian Defense Minister Richard Marles in Hawaii on Saturday, during which they agreed to deepen defense cooperation to jointly deter China's hegemonic behavior.

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50 years of Japan-China ties

On Sept. 29, Japan and China marked the 50th anniversary of the normalization of their diplomatic relations in 1972. Going forward, how should Japan deal with a China that has risen as an economic and military power and has been behaving in an increasingly coercive manner?

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Steph Curry, Klay Thompson win NBA Japan Games 3-point shooting contest

The Splash Brothers put on a show at the NBA Japan Games 3-point shooting contest.

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Study: Analysis of asteroid reveals unexpected evidence of mini-ocean — and carbonation

Asteroid Ryugu has some dangerous seltzer for you, according to recent analysis by Japanese scientists on samples returned from JAXA's Hayabusa2.

Inverse

Experts agree on need to beef up deterrence

The first meeting of an expert panel to comprehensively discuss Japan's national defense capabilities, including how to equip the Self-Defense Forces, the size of the budget, financial resources and other issues, was held by the government at the Prime Minister's Office on Friday.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Govt prepares for flu-COVID double whammy

Japan could be hit by a disease double whammy this winter, with the simultaneous spread of the flu and COVID-19.

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North Korea conducts 4th round of missile tests in 1 week

North Korea on Saturday test-fired two short-range ballistic missiles, its neighbors said, prompting quick, strong condemnation from its rivals.

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Japan Wrestling Legend Antonio Inoki Dies at 79

Flamboyant Japanese professional wrestler turned politician Antonio Inoki died Saturday aged 79, according to a company he founded. His death, which public broadcaster NHK said was from heart failure, brought to an end a varied life in the public eye, during which Inoki fought Muhammad Ali, fostered close personal ties…

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North Korea Fires Ballistic Missiles, Fourth Time this Week

North Korea fired two ballistic missiles early on Saturday, South Korea's military said, the nuclear-armed country's fourth launch this week as Seoul, Tokyo and Washington ramp up joint military drills to counter Pyongyang. South Korea, Japan and the US staged anti-submarine drills Friday -- the first in five years --…

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North Korea fires ballistic missiles for the fourth time in a week

North Korea on Saturday test-fired two short-range ballistic missiles, its neighbors said, the fourth round this week of weapons launches that prompted quick, strong condemnation from its rivals.

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Antonio Inoki, Japanese pro-wrestler politician with N.Korea ties, dies

Antonio Inoki, a Japanese professional wrestling star turned politician, widely known for his match with Muhammad Ali and ties to North Korea, has died aged 79, after years of battling a rare disease, the company he founded said on Saturday.

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Dieter Kurtenbach: James Wiseman’s big game in Japan raises a bigger question for the Warriors

James Wiseman was marvelous, fantastic, and dominant in the Warriors’ preseason win over the Wizards Friday in Japan.

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Japan PM condemns Russian annexation of parts of Ukraine

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, in telephone call with Ukraine's president, has condemned Russia’s new annexation of parts of Ukraine as illegal and a violation of the country’s sovereignty

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North Korea fires ballistic missiles in latest tests amid tension

Japanese official reported that the missiles travelled 400km (250 miles) and at a maximum altitude of 50km (30 miles).

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James Wiseman leads Warriors with 20 points in preseason win vs. Wizards in Japan

In the Warriors' 96-87 victory over the Wizards in the preseason opener in Japan, James Wiseman led the way with 20 points and eight boards.

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Watch: Steph Curry drills deep 3-pointer in preseason opener vs. Wizards in Japan

Steph Curry showed off his signature long-distance jumper in the Warriors' preseason opener against the Wizards in Japan.

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Japanese consul in Vladivostok leaves Russia

A Japanese consul in Vladivostok who was detained by the Russian government and ordered to leave the country left Russia on Wednesday, Japan's Foreign Ministry said Thursday at a Liberal Democratic Party meeting.

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Japanese lawmakers wary of 'pro-China' label

During a period when diplomacy between Japanese and Chinese lawmakers is dwindling, Tokyo and Beijing marked the 50th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations Thursday.

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Watch: Steph Curry finds James Wiseman for alley-oop vs. Wizards in Japan

Steph Curry found James Wiseman for the lob dunk during the Warriors' preseason opener against the Wizards in Japan.

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Japan's junior coalition signals tax hike to fund defence spending

Japan should not rely solely on debt issuance and must instead come up with a stable source of revenue to fund an expected rise in defence spending, a senior official of the ruling coalition said on Friday, flagging the chance of a future tax hike.

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