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Japanese scientists develop ‘Terminator’-style robotic fingers

‘It’s interesting to hear the sound of the motor in harmony with a finger that looks like a real one,’ University of Tokyo expert says

The Independent UK

The best Japanese destination swaps

As the Asian tourist darling finally reopens to some tourists on organised tours, Rob Goss recommends switching out the biggest draws for these intriguing alternatives

The Independent UK

Boxing champ Inoue's home burgled during fight: reports

Tokyo (AFP) - Japanese boxing champion Naoya Inoue reacted with horror on Wednesday after reports said his home had been burgled while he was busy taking down Nonito Donaire at a much-anticipated match.

AFP

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Japanese man jailed for attacking Thai dissident

Tokyo (AFP) - A Japanese man was jailed for 20 months on Wednesday for attacking a Thai academic in Japan where he lives in self-exile following his vocal criticism of the military and monarchy.

AFP

Beloved Japanese manga 'One Piece' heads into final chapter

Tokyo (AFP) - After 25 years and 490 million copies sold worldwide, the beloved Japanese manga "One Piece" is entering its final chapter, according to its creator Eiichiro Oda.

AFP

What’s Japanese for ‘ruck’? Turning rugby’s technical terms into an international language

The winter rugby season is well under way, with fields and sidelines ringing to the unique language of the game. Learning this vocabulary comes through playing and talking about the game, no matter if the players are in Taranaki, Twickenham, Tonga or Tokyo.

The Conversation

Analysis-S.Korea's robust response to N.Korea seen aiding Japan's military push

South Korea's tougher stance towards the North under its new conservative president will be welcomed by Tokyo as Japan seeks to boost its military capabilities amid rising tensions on the Korean Peninsula and more broadly in the region, analysts say.

Reuters

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Russia suspends deal with Japan on fishing near disputed islands

Russia’s foreign ministry says Tokyo failed to make payments under deal giving Japan fishing rights near Kuril islands.

Al Jazeera

Japan to ask foreign tourists to wear masks, take out insurance

TOKYO: The Japanese government said Tuesday it will ask foreign tourists to wear face masks and take out insurance to cover medical expenses in the event they contract Covid-19 as Japan restarts accepting visitors in stages later this week.

Bangkok Post

Old ties with Poland lead Tokyo group to support Ukrainians

A century-old connection with Poland has led a Tokyo-based social welfare organization to provide support for the many Ukrainians who have taken refuge in Poland to escape Russia's invasion.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Final film begins as Iwanami Hall set to close in late July

Tokyo's Iwanami Hall has supported Japanese movie culture for more than half a century as a pioneer of the so-called mini-theater, but it has now begun screening its last film.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Toru Takahashi, respected AP Asia photo editor, dies at 62

Toru Takahashi, a veteran Tokyo-based photo editor and photographer for The Associated Press who devoted his long career to meticulously capturing images, has died

The Independent UK

'Mentality' boosts Brazil's World Cup chances, says manager Tite

Tokyo (AFP) - Brazil manager Tite said his team's "mentality" can make the difference at the World Cup, after they broke down a stubborn Japan in a 1-0 friendly win in Tokyo on Monday.

AFP

Neymar scores from spot as Brazil break down stubborn Japan

Tokyo (AFP) - Neymar scored a 77th-minute penalty as Brazil broke down a stubborn Japan 1-0 in Tokyo on Monday to keep their momentum building ahead of the World Cup in Qatar.

AFP

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Dancing 'old heart-throbs' become TikTok sensation in Japan

Tokyo (AFP) - Showing off their awkward moves in shirts, ties and brightly coloured belly warmers, four men in their 50s and 60s have become Japan's latest TikTok sensation.

AFP

Brazil don't need Neymar magic to win, says manager Tite

Tokyo (AFP) - Brazil no longer rely on superstar Neymar to win games, manager Tite said Sunday, with an Olympic gold medal-winning generation looking to step up at the World Cup.

AFP

Inoue, Donaire promise repeat of 2019 bantamweight classic

Tokyo (AFP) - Naoya Inoue and Nonito Donaire produced a stone-cold bantamweight boxing classic when they fought in Japan in 2019, and the pair are promising that more is in store in Tuesday's much-anticipated sequel.

AFP

Japanese man becomes world's oldest to sail solo across Pacific

Tokyo (AFP) - An 83-year-old yachtsman arrived in Japan early Saturday morning after a solo, non-stop trip across the Pacific, becoming the oldest person ever to achieve the feat.

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Japan Tech Giant Toshiba Studying Going Private as an Option

Toshiba executives said Friday that privatization remains an option for the Japanese technology company, as they defended their efforts to choose the right bidder to restore what they called “a strong Toshiba.” Tokyo-based Toshiba has been trying to win over shareholders to a restructuring plan. The company has not given…

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'Fire burning' inside Donaire ahead of Inoue rematch

Tokyo (AFP) - Nonito Donaire said Friday there was "a fire burning inside" him as he prepares to face Naoya Inoue next week in a hotly anticipated sequel to their 2019 boxing classic.

The Independent UK

Plane takes 12 hours to fly from Dallas to LA

Flight bound for Tokyo forced to make a U-turn

The Independent UK

Japan and Brazil linked by soccer, baseball and immigration

Brazilians will feel at home when Brazil plays Japan next week in Tokyo in a soccer game between their national teams

AFP

Japan vow to 'throw everything' at Brazil after thrashing Paraguay

Tokyo (AFP) - World Cup-bound Japan say they are primed to test themselves against the mighty Brazil next week after a comprehensive 4-1 win over Paraguay in Sapporo on Thursday.

AFP

Japan warm up for Brazil with 4-1 win over Paraguay

Tokyo (AFP) - World Cup-bound Japan warmed up for their friendly against Brazil next week with a comprehensive 4-1 win over Paraguay in Sapporo on Thursday.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Writer Hayashi to become chairperson at Nihon Univ.

Award-winning writer Mariko Hayashi has been unofficially named the new chairperson of her alma mater, Nihon University in Tokyo, which has been shaken by criminal offenses by a former chairperson and other senior executives, according to sources.

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