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As Biden Leaves Asia, North Korea Launches ICBM, Other Missiles

North Korea test-fired three ballistic missiles, including what appeared to be an intercontinental ballistic missile, hours after U.S. President left South Korea.

The News Lens

Japan to 'drastically strengthen' military capability - draft

Japan aims to "drastically strengthen" its military capabilities, according to an economic policy draft seen by Reuters, as officials worry that Russia's invasion of Ukraine could prompt instability in East Asia.

Reuters

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, the prime minister said Thursday. Beginning June 10, Japan will allow the entry of people on tours with fixed…

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G7 set to end support for overseas unabated fossil fuels

The Group of Seven (G7) developed countries are poised to stop providing new public support for overseas fossil fuel projects by the end of 2022 if they have no sufficient measures to reduce greenhouse emissions, a Japanese government official said Friday.

Bangkok Post

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. It’s now being demolished in a careful process that includes preserving some of…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Asia Cup 2022 | Confident India eye revenge against Japan in Super 4 match

The nimble-footed Japanese rely mostly on counter-attacks to surprise their opponents, a ploy they used to perfection against India in their last outing

The Hindu

Officials from U.S., Japan, South Korea to meet, discuss North Korea

Officials from the United States, Japan and South Korea will meet in Seoul on June 3 for talks on North Korea, which is believed to be preparing a new nuclear test and this week launched three missiles, Japan's foreign ministry said on Friday.

Reuters

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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

Japan's landmark capsules coming down to sit in museums

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 Hindu

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

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Irish Mirror

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

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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.

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Irish Mirror

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

The Hindu

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 Independent UK

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

Bangkok Post

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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