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Japan doubles areas under COVID curbs as cases set records

Japan expanded regions subject to tighter coronavirus curbs to cover 70% of the country on Tuesday, as the government tried to counter a record wave of COVID-19 cases caused by the Omicron variant.

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A new chapter in Japan's Asia policy

Japan's recently announced new economic doctrine towards Asia has two dimensions. The first has Asean at its core. The second is all about broader Asia which includes China, South Korea and India without naming them. Indeed, this time Japan wants to ascertain that its new policy approach is the outcome…

Bangkok Post

Secrets Of Japan’s Ancient Imperial Tombs Revealed By Remote Sensing

The Daisen Kofun is the largest of the legendary emperors' tombs and is essential to the Shinto religion.

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Renault, Nissan And Mitsubishi Said To Triple Investment In EVs

Renault and its alliance partners reportedly plan to launch more than 30 new models through 2030 underpinned by five common platforms.

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China accuses U.S., Japan of smearing it 'baselessly'

Beijing has issued a strongly-worded complaint to the United States and Japan for "baselessly" attacking China at a virtual meeting between U.S. President Joe Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said on Monday.

Reuters

TikTok in Japan pays influencers without informing viewers to spread videos

TOKYO: The Japan operator of the popular Chinese video-sharing app TikTok said on Monday it has paid social media influencers to spread certain videos on Twitter without informing viewers about the payments.

Bangkok Post

Stock markets and bitcoin fall amid Ukraine worries and US interest rate rise fears – as it happened

Worries over Ukraine tensions and prospect of US interest rate rises hits stocks, wiping out FTSE 100’s early 2022 gains, before a late recovery on Wall Street

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2 Japanese planes fly more aid to Tonga after volcanic blast

Two Japanese aircraft have left Australia to deliver more vital aid to Tonga as the Pacific nation deals with the aftermath of a volcanic eruption and tsunami

The Independent UK

Tonga volcano's eruption heat likely generated atmospheric waves linked to tsunami

The Jan. 15 eruption of an undersea volcano off Tonga marked the first time since modernized observation began in the 1980s that peculiar atmospheric waves were observed from a volcanic eruption, according to researchers at the Earthquake Research Institute of the University of Tokyo.

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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

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

Omicron cases in children rise sharply

There has been a sharp increase in reported cases of the omicron variant of the novel coronavirus in children in Japan and abroad. Although the symptoms are said to be less severe, experts warn that omicron should not be taken lightly.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Testing for fully vaccinated travellers to UK to be scrapped; new vaccine pass rules in France – as it happened

UK transport secretary says testing rules for travellers into country will change from 4am on 11 February; new France rules come into force

The Guardian - UK

50 years on / Light and darkness overlap along Okinawa's miracle mile

This year, Okinawa marks the 50th anniversary of its return to Japan. This is the first installment of a series that explores some of the issues that have impacted Okinawa people since the handover, leading up to the present day.

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Belle: Anime reinterpretation of Beauty and the Beast from Mirai director Mamoru Hosoda is optimistic about the metaverse's potential

In Belle, a virtual reality crammed with vibrant life is the playground for Oscar-nominated Japanese director Mamoru Hosoda to explore ideas about the role of technology in people's lives.

The Times of India

Holders India stunned 0-2 by Japan in Asia Cup women's hockey

MUSCAT: Defending champions India were stunned 0-2 by reigning Asian Games gold-medallists Japan in their second Pool A match of the Women's Asia Cup hockey tournament here on Sunday.

Daily Record

Reo Hatate gets Celtic star billing in Japan as DAZN set to put midfielder centre stage for Hearts clash

The midfielder is the only one of four Japanese Celtic stars set to be available for a midweek trip to Tynecastle and the match has been picked up for broadcast in the Far East.

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Toyota Hiace Ambulance V8 Begs Conversion Into An Off-Road Camper

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Asian Cup: Holders Japan, Korea eye quarterfinals spots from Group C

PUNE: Potentially one win away from securing a place in the AFC Women's Asian Cup quarter-finals, defending champions Japan will look to seal the deal when they meet Vietnam in their Group C match here on Monday.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

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

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 Hindu

Ex-Japan PM Shinzo Abe given Netaji Award 2022

Consul General of Japan in Kolkata Nakamura Yutaka received the honour on behalf of Mr. Abe

Reuters

Japan's Tepco hit by setback in clean-up of crippled Fukushima nuclear plant

The operator of Japan's crippled Fukushima nuclear power plant has found that a coolant solution, used to create an ice wall halting the seepage of groundwater into reactor buildings, has leaked from two storage tanks.

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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.

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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.

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