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Why are Tokyo residents saying sayōnara to Japan’s capital?

Population of world’s most populous city fell in 2021 for first time in more than 25 years, thanks in part to the pandemic

The Guardian - UK · Mar 15, 2022

Japan imposes sanctions on 17 more Russians, including billionaire

Japan has decided to freeze assets of an additional 17 Russian individuals, bringing the total number targeted by sanctions over Russia's invasion of Ukraine to 61, the Ministry of Finance said on Tuesday.

Reuters · Mar 15, 2022

Panasonic is scouting US sites for new battery factory by 2024

Panasonic Corp. is engaged in talks over the site for a new U.S. factory that would supply Tesla Inc. and potentially other electric-vehicle manufacturers with next-generation lithium-ion batteries, people familiar with the matter said.

Tribune News Service · Mar 14, 2022

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Ghostwire: Tokyo Interview: Capturing the essence of Tokyo and blending modern japan with folk lore, ghost stores and legends

We got to talk Tokyo, death, guns, and possible locations for a sequel when talked to the Director and Producer of the supernatural game

Daily Mirror · Mar 14, 2022

Japan PM says world's response to Russia could shape new era following post-Cold War period

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said on Monday that the Russian invasion of Ukraine may have ushered in a new era after the post-Cold War period, and the way the world responds will likely shape that new era.

Reuters · Mar 14, 2022

Russia sanctions: Mercedes-Benz and L’Oreal join firms severing ties over Ukraine invasion - see full list

Fast food, sporting fixtures and music tours targeted by worldwide boycott of Russia

The Independent UK · Mar 14, 2022

Is it Legal for Foreigners to Fight for Ukraine?

As thousands of would-be fighters from outside the country volunteer to help Ukraine defend itself against Russia's invasion, some may also face legal consequences in their home countries. Citizens of Canada, Georgia, India, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States are among the volunteers, Reuters and other media organizations…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 14, 2022

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Geopolitics and the Ukraine conflict

Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping have forged a new partnership in Eurasia. How will that shape the global future?

Salon · Mar 13, 2022

Quad rift over Ukraine to dominate Japan PM Fumio Kishida’s India visit

During his visit on March 19, Fumio Kishida will also assess Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project

The Hindu · Mar 12, 2022

Russia sanctions: Cadbury and Pizza Hut join firms severing ties over Ukraine invasion - see full list

Fast food, sporting fixtures and music tours targeted by worldwide boycott of Russia

The Independent UK · Mar 12, 2022

Murray Rallies to Beat Daniel at Indian Wells for Milestone 700th Win

Former world number one Andy Murray rallied after a dismal first set to beat Japanese qualifier Taro Daniel in the first round at Indian Wells on Friday and claim a 700th ATP Tour match victory. Murray, a three-time Grand Slam champion now ranked 88th in the world and playing on…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 12, 2022

Suzuki Announces 2022 Japanese Motorcycle Show and WEB Lineup

Suzuki announces its lineup for the 2022 Japanese and WEB Motorcycle Shows featuring the 2022 GSX-S1000GT and V-Strom 1050XT Adventure.

RideApart · Mar 11, 2022

KTC, JCB credit card targets upper tier

Krungthai Card (KTC) is joining hands with JCB, a Japan-based credit card service provider, to launch a credit card in Thailand targeting the upper-end segment.

Bangkok Post · Mar 11, 2022

Toyota To Cut Production Over Chip Crunch: Reuters

Toyota Motor Corp (NYSE:TM) will cut down domestic production in April, May, and June to reign in chip supply crunch, Reuters reported. Global automakers have been facing a supply chain crunch since the COVID-19 pandemic struck and fear that the Ukrainian crisis could amplify their woes. Toyota plans to reduce domestic production…

Benzinga · Mar 11, 2022

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Reuters · Mar 11, 2022

Ukraine envoy to Japan says Putin may be willing to use nuclear weapons

The Ukrainian ambassador to Japan, Sergiy Korsunsky, said on Friday it was possible Russian President Vladimir Putin would be willing to use nuclear weapons against Ukraine in the face of its determined resistance against the Russian invasion.

The Times of India · Mar 11, 2022

Joe Biden gets new friend in Asia to take on China, North Korea

SEOUL: Joe Biden may have a new friend in Asia, with South Korea’s presidential-elect preparing a foreign policy reboot that more closely aligns with the US president’s views of China.

Liverpool Echo · Mar 11, 2022

Japan, New Zealand, Sweden and 22 other countries Brits are still banned from

Some nations have reopened their borders but many still have the strictest restrictions in place

The Independent UK · Mar 11, 2022

Toyota scales back Japan production over chips, parts crunch

Japan’s top automaker Toyota will scale back domestic production over the next three months because of a supply crunch in chips and other parts that have slammed the global auto industry

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The Independent UK · Mar 11, 2022

Japan's PM, S. Korea's president-elect agree to improve ties

Japan’s Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and South Korea’s president-elect Yoon Suk Yeol talked on the phone Friday, agreeing to cooperate toward improving their countries’ ties, signaling a thaw in their icy relations strained by wartime history disputes

Wales Online · Mar 11, 2022

Russian media raises spectre of nuclear attack on Japan

Islands between Russia and Japan have been source of territorial dispute dating to end of Second World War

Reuters · Mar 11, 2022

Japan, S.Korea leaders agree to boost ties with U.S. to tackle N.Korea

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and South Korean president-elect Yoon Suk-yeol said they had agreed on Friday to ramp up three-way ties with the United States in responding to North Korea's evolving military threat.

Pedestrian.tv · Mar 10, 2022

Bianca Beers & Grace Taotua On Finding Meaning And Connection Through Art

This article originally appeared on VICE Australia. You know that feeling when you’re on a roller coaster, and you’re slowly making your way up, climbing toward the heavens, anticipation building. Here it comes. Now, imagine being stuck in that weird purgatory – no longer in line, but not yet at the big…

RideApart · Mar 10, 2022

GPX POPz 110 Looks Like The Retro-Modern Road Less Traveled

GPX announced the upcoming release of its POPz 110 retro-modern underbone bike in Japan after its previous launch in Thailand. Comes in five colors.

Irish Mirror · Mar 10, 2022

Mysterious Japanese ‘killing stone’ containing demonic soul cracks open

It is believed that if anyone comes into contact with the rock they will die because the stone continuously emits a poisonous gas.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Mar 10, 2022

Tokyo Air Raid survivor saddened by Russia's indiscriminate use of force 77 years after harrowing experience

In the predawn hours of March 10, 1945, the United States indiscriminately bombed Japan's capital using B-29s, killing 100,000 people in what became known as the Great Tokyo Air Raid.

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