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Japan to restart idled nuclear power plants, no plans to replace, says PM

Japan will take firm steps to restart idled nuclear power plants to make maximum use of nuclear power to stabilise energy prices and supply, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said on Friday.

Reuters

Confident India eye revenge against Japan in 'Super 4' match of men's hockey Asia Cup

JAKARTA: Having risen like a proverbial phoenix from the ashes, a rejuvenated Indian men's hockey team would like to put up a much-improved performance when it takes on Japan in its first 'Super 4' match of the Asia Cup here on Saturday.

The Times of India

Scientists develop robotic 'sixth finger'

A robotic “sixth finger”, that can be worn on the hand next to the pinky to move like a real finger, has been created by Japanese researchers studying how brains react to new and independent body parts.

Bangkok Post

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Japan's landmark capsules coming down to sit in museums

Nakagin Capsule Tower, a building tucked away in a corner of downtown Tokyo that is made up of boxes stacked on top of each other, is an avant-garde honeycomb of science-fiction-era housing long admired as a masterpiece

The Independent UK

Japan eases travel advisory for Thailand, 35 others nations

TOKYO: Japan on Thursday eased its travel warning for 36 countries and areas, including Thailand, the United States, Britain, Canada and Hong Kong, over the Covid-19 pandemic, no longer asking Japanese citizens to avoid non-essential trips to the areas.

Bangkok Post

EV dream may hinge on Japan

Thailand can become the world's largest electric vehicle production hub with the support of Japan, Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha told the 27th International Conference on the Future of Asia organised by Nikkei Inc, also known as the Nikkei Forum, in Tokyo on Thursday.

Bangkok Post

Australian-based Opals hoping to impress selectors in the lead-up to the Women's Basketball World Cup

As they prepare to face Japan in a three-match series, the Opals local players have a golden opportunity to push for selection for September's Women's Basketball World Cup in Sydney.

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Raku chef to bring 'world-class' dining to heritage site

A former government canteen that once served roast beef sandwiches and sausage rolls to public servants will be reborn as a "world-class" Japanese restaurant.

The Canberra Times

Indian students will be encouraged to do higher studies in Japan: Consul General

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The Hindu

Man spends €14,630 to become a dog - and practices rolling, sitting and paw

The man hailing from Japan has spent approximately two million Yen, equating to €14,639, to look exactly like his favourite canine breed

Irish Mirror

Suzuki Develops Tech To Recycle Lithium Batteries Into Streetlights

Suzuki announced that it's developed technology to reuse lithium ion batteries from end-of-life vehicles, using them to power streetlights in Japan.

RideApart

Where are the Republic of Ireland's 2002 World Cup squad now?

20 years ago, Ireland played in the 2002 World Cup in Japan and South Korea

Irish Mirror

Asia Cup 2022 | Indian men's hockey team qualifies for knockout stage with massive win over Indonesia

India and Pakistan finished on four points each behind Japan but the holders qualified for the Super 4s on the basis of a better goal difference

The Hindu

Japan to resume tourism in June; only packaged tour for now

Japan will open its borders to foreign tourists in June for the first time since imposing tight pandemic travel restrictions about two years ago, but only for package tours for now

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Thailand, Japan eye bolstering regional ties

TOKYO: Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha and his Japanese counterpart Fumio Kishida began talks in Japan's capital on Thursday in which they are expected to agree on enhancing regional ties through a US-led Indo-Pacific economic framework launched earlier in the week.

The Independent UK

Japan's troubled Toshiba proposes outside directors to board

Troubled Japanese technology giant Toshiba has announced some additions to its proposed leadership ahead of a shareholders’ meeting next month

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Foreign tour groups to be allowed in Japan from June 10

The government is set to allow foreign tourists to enter Japan from June 10, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida announced Thursday evening.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

China top pick for 'important partner' among ASEAN nations

Japan came in second as an "important partner for the future" in a recent opinion poll conducted among people living in member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.

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Man spends £12,480 to become a dog - and practices rolling, sitting and paw

A Japanese man has spent roughly £12,480 on a realistic border collie costume to look exactly like his favourite breed of dog - and pretends to live like a pet wearing it

Bangkok Post

Prayut touts Thailand as major global EV hub with Japanese support

Thailand has confidence it can become the world’s largest electric vehicle (EV) production hub if it has strong support from Japan, Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha said on Thursday.

Zenger

Nissan Debuts EV In The Metaverse

Sakura is the automaker’s first Kei car that runs solely on electric power.

Zenger

Deep Water: Taking Sea Water To Drink From Ocean Depths Could Boost Health And Concentration

New Japanese research has shown that drinking deep seawater (DSW) brings real health benefits.

Bangkok Post

Asean citizens view China as paramount future partner: Japan poll

TOKYO: Nearly half of people surveyed in Southeast Asia picked China as the region's most important partner in the future, surpassing Japan for the first time, according to the results of a Japanese government opinion poll released on Wednesday.

The Independent UK

Japan, US fly fighters after China drill, N. Korean missiles

Japan’s Defense Ministry says that Japanese and U.S. forces have conducted a joint fighter jet flight over the Sea of Japan, in an apparent response to a Russia-China joint bomber flight while U.S. President Joe Biden was in Tokyo

ABC News

US and Japanese warplanes in show of strength following North Korean missile launches

One day after North Korea launches missiles into waters separating it with Japan, US jet fighters join Japanese warplanes in a show of strength.

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