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Japan’s Kishida pleads with US to overcome ‘self-doubt’ of global role
Japan’s leader on Thursday issued a passionate plea for Republicans in Congress not to turn away from America’s role as a leader on the world stage, in the face of anxiety over GOP stonewalling of aid for Ukraine and growing isolationism under the ...The Hill - Politics - Japan -
Hawaii-born sumo champion Akebono Taro dies of heart failure at the age of 54 in Japan
Hawaii-born Akebono Taro, one of the greats of sumo wrestling and a former grand champion, has died.NBC News - Top stories - Japan -
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida addresses joint session of Congress: Watch live
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will deliver an address Thursday to a joint session of Congress. His remarks come just a day after President Biden and first lady Jill Biden welcomed Kishida and his wife, Yuko Kishida, to the White House for ...The Hill - Politics - Japan -
Hawaiian-born Japan sumo legend Taro Akebono dies
Widely considered a trailblazer for foreign sumo wrestlers, he died of heart failure.BBC News - Top stories - Japan -
Hawaii-born Akebono, Japan's first foreign-born sumo grand champ, dead at 54
Hawaii-born Akebono, the first foreign-born sumo wrestler to reach the level of "yokozuna," or grand champion, in Japan, has died, his family said. He was 54.CBS News - World - Japan -
Who owns Japan’s hoard of corporate art?
Shareholder pressure is building on companies over disclosure of the treasures they holdFinancial Times - World - Japan -
Japan to give US 250 new cherry trees to replace ones in D.C. construction
Japan will gift the U.S. 250 new cherry trees to replace those taken down during construction at the Tidal Basin in Washington, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said Wednesday during a visit to the White House. Cherry blossoms, now an icon of the ...The Hill - Politics - Japan -
Japan gifts 250 new cherry trees to D.C., replacing those to be removed for repairs
Japan is gifting the United States 250 new cherry trees, Prime Minister Kishida and President Biden announced during a state visit at the White House.NBC News - Politics - Japan -
A look at the White House state dinner for Japan's prime minister in photos
President Biden and first lady Jill Biden honored Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and his wife.CBS News - Politics - Japan -
Clintons, Tim Cook, Jeff Bezos among White House state dinner guests for Japan's Kishida
Former President Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, actor Robert De Niro and figure skater Kristi Yamaguchi are expected to be among the extremely VIP guests at the White House Wednesday for the state dinner for Japan. Also ...The Hill - Politics - Japan -
Thursday Briefing: Japan’s Leader Visits Washington
Also, South Korean exit polls suggest a defeat for the president’s party.The New York Times - World - Japan -
Japan Gives Washington 250 Cherry Trees as Replacements
The trees will replace 140 that will be torn up as part of a restoration project. The capital’s first Japanese cherry trees were a gift from the mayor of Tokyo in 1912.The New York Times - Top stories - Japan -
US and Japan announce ‘most significant’ upgrade to military alliance
Joe Biden and Fumio Kishida meet at Washington summit focused on China’s threat in Indo-PacificFinancial Times - World - Japan -
Stella McCartney Takes Sustainable Market to Japan With Isetan
It will take place in the form of an immersive exhibit on Isetan Tokyo’s third floor, alongside other spaces throughout the store.Yahoo Sports - Sports - Japan -
Cherry blossoms, steak and Paul Simon: the Bidens put on a show for Japan’s PM
Fumio and Yuko Kishida honoured with state dinner to recognise ‘flourishing’ relationship between US and Japan, says Jill Biden. Dry-aged rib eye steak, cherry blossoms and Paul Simon playing a selection of his songs will be the centerpieces of a ...The Guardian - World - Japan -
Steak, cherry blossoms and Paul Simon will be featured at the White House state dinner for Japan
Rib eye steak, cherry blossoms and Paul Simon will be features of a White House state dinner for JapanABC News - Entertainment - Japan -
Japan’s super train needs democratic force
The marvel of a new maglev would be even greater if it wins over the publicFinancial Times - World - Japan -
How Japan Is Trying to Rebuild Its Chip Industry
Taiwan’s semiconductor giant, TSMC, is quickly remaking a farm town in Japan into Asia’s next hub of chip manufacturing with enormous government support.The New York Times - Business - Japan -
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Cubs scout highly-touted Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki, report says
The Chicago Cubs were rumored to be in contention for prized free agent Yoshinobu Yamamoto last offseason and signed Shota Imanaga, but according to a new report, the team isn’t done looking to Japan for pitching help.Yahoo Sports - Sports - Japan -
US, Japan to make 'historic' announcements at summit: Official
President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Fumio Kishida hold talks on Wednesday.ABC News - Top stories - Japan -
Is Japan finally becoming a ‘normal’ economy?
Prices are rising, workers are demanding higher pay and the stock market is booming. But the country still has to fix deep-rooted problemsFinancial Times - Business - Japan -
'Social Order Could Collapse' in AI Era, Two Top Japan Companies Say
Telecommunications company NTT and leading newspaper Yomiuri will issue a manifesto calling for new laws to restrain generative AI.The Wall Street Journal - World - Japan -
Japan and US Seek to Strengthen Ties as Kishida Visits
Hovering over a state visit to Washington is the possibility of a swing in American foreign policy if Donald Trump returns to the White House.The New York Times - World - Japan -
Verstappen bounces back with dominant win at Japanese Grand Prix
Max Verstappen has won the Japanese Grand PrixABC News - Sports - Japan -
Formula One: Max Verstappen wins Japanese Grand Prix – live reaction
Updates from the F1 race at Suzuka CircuitLights out at 2pm local/6am BST/3pm AESTAny thoughts? Get in touch on email or @joeylynchyToday shapes as an incredibly intriguing race on the tactical front, with no real clear optimal strategy.. It’s ...The Guardian - World - Japan -
Verstappen wins in Japan after crash delay
Max Verstappen cruises to a comfortable victory in the Japanese Grand Prix, leading team-mate Sergio Perez to a Red Bull one-two.BBC News - Top stories - Japan -
The obsessive perfection of the Japanese artisan
Meet three makers reinventing three traditional craftsFinancial Times - World - Japan -
Lindsey Horan's penalty kick gives US a 2-1 win over Japan in SheBelieves Cup
Lindsey Horan converted a penalty kick in the 77th minute and the United States defeated Japan 2-1 to open the SheBelieves Cup before a record crowdABC News - Sports - Japan -
USWNT's high-risk win over Japan shows Americans getting their swagger back
The USWNT wasn't rattled by an early Japan goal, sticking to a brave, high-risk game plan and reaping the rewards for it.ESPN - Sports - Japan -
USWNT player ratings: Jaedyn Shaw, Lindsay Horan deliver in SheBelieves Cup win over Japan
Here's how all the USWNT players performed in a 2-1 winCBS Sports - Sports - Japan -
USA women edge Japan in SheBelieves Cup after conceding in first minute
Shaw and Horan cancel out early Seike strike in USA’s 2-1 winAmericans will face either Brazil or Canada on TuesdayLindsey Horan converted a penalty kick in the 77th minute and the United States came from behind to defeat Japan 2-1 to open the ...The Guardian - World - Japan -
USWNT beats Japan before record friendly crowd
Lindsey Horan converted a penalty kick in the 77th minute and the United States came from behind to defeat Japan 2-1 to open the SheBelieves Cup before a record crowd on Saturday.ESPN - Sports - Japan -
Sainz: Red Bull on a different level at Japan GP
Red Bull's dominant display in qualifying proved they are in a different league.ESPN - Sports - Japan -
Verstappen is back after troubles in Australia and claims pole in Japan
Max Verstappen has claimed pole position for the Japanese Grand Prix 0.066 ahead of Red Bull teammate Sergio PerezABC News - Sports - Japan -
Verstappen wins in Japan after early crash delay - reaction
Follow live text and BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra commentary from the Japanese Grand Prix.BBC News - Top stories - Japan -
Japanese leader visits new chip factory, stressing ties with Taiwan
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida visited a new semiconductor plant for which his government has pledged more than $7 billion of support to secure a steady supply of chipsABC News - World - Japan -
Verstappen on Japanese Grand Prix pole position
Max Verstappen leads a Red Bull one-two in qualifying at the Japanese Grand Prix with McLaren's Lando Norris best of the rest.BBC News - Top stories - Japan -
Documentary Filmmaker Explores Japan’s Rigorous Education Rituals
Her movies try to explain why Japan is the way it is, showing both the upsides and downsides of the country’s commonplace practices. Her latest film focuses on an elementary school.The New York Times - World - Japan -
Verstappen on Japanese Grand Prix pole - reaction
Follow live text and audio commentary from qualifying at the Japanese Grand Prix.BBC News - Top stories - Japan