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Shigeru Ishiba Wins Vote to Remain as Japan’s Prime Minister
Parliament voted Monday to stick with Mr. Ishiba, who will lead a minority government after his party suffered heavy losses in an election last month.Top stories - The New York Times - November 11 -
Japan's embattled leader holds on to power but faces another challenge: Trump
Lawmakers in Japan voted Monday to retain Shigeru Ishiba as prime minister despite his long-governing party’s poor showing in parliamentary elections last month.Top stories - NBC News - November 11 -
Nintendo unveils Donkey Kong Country at Super Nintendo World in Japan
Nintendo's famous game designer Shigeru Miyamoto showed off the Donkey Kong Country area at Super Nintendo World.Tech - VentureBeat - November 11 -
Ishiba survived a rare runoff to remain Japan's prime minister but will face turmoil
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has survived a runoff vote against the opposition but will face turmoil ahead amid anger over the ruling party’s financial scandalsWorld - ABC News - November 12 -
Hanako Okada Beat the Odds to Upend a Male Political Dynasty in Japan
Hanako Okada was one of 73 women to win seats at the general election last month, a record number in a Parliament long dominated by men.World - The New York Times - November 12 -
Japan's SoftBank returns to profit after gains at Vision Fund and other investments
Japanese technology conglomerate SoftBank Group swung back to profitability in the July-September quarter, boosted by its Vision Fund investmentsTech - ABC News - November 12 -
Japan's 'King Kazu' to play 40th season at age 58
Japanese soccer player Kazuyoshi Miura is several generations older than his teammates. His contemporaries retired decades ago. Lionel Messi is 37, and Cristiano Ronaldo is 39 - mere youngsters ...Sports - ESPN - November 13 -
Japan's nuclear watchdog disqualifies a reactor for the first time since Fukushima disaster
Japan’s nuclear watchdog has formally disqualified a reactor in the country’s north-central region from startingTech - ABC News - November 13 -
From anime to fine art: Japan's Yoshitaka Amano is celebrated with a major retrospective
In a career spanning more than 50 years, Japanese artist Yoshitaka Amano has gained a following as an animator, illustrator, video game creator and fine artistEntertainment - ABC News - November 13 -
From anime to fine art: Japan's Yoshitaka Amano is celebrated with a major retrospective
In a career spanning more than 50 years, Japanese artist Yoshitaka Amano has gained a following as an animator, illustrator, video game creator and fine artistWorld - ABC News - November 13 -
American tourist arrested in Japan for allegedly defacing shrine gate
TOKYO — An American tourist has been arrested in Japan for allegedly carving letters into a pillar of a gate to a shrine in Tokyo.Top stories - NBC News - November 14 -
Japan's economy grows for a second straight quarter on the back of consumer spending
Japan’s economy eked out an annual rate of 0.9% growth in the July-September quarter as consumer spending held upWorld - ABC News - November 14 -
Oldest member of Japan's royal family, Princess Yuriko, dies at 101
Princess Yuriko became the sister-in-law of Japan's World War II-era Emperor Hirohito when she married his brother Prince Mikasa.Top stories - CBS News - November 15 -
Princess Yuriko, Oldest Member of Japan’s Imperial Family, Dies at 101
Her death reduces Japan’s rapidly dwindling imperial family to 16 people, and only 4 men, as the country faces questions about the future under a male-only succession law.World - The New York Times - November 15 -
KKR and Bain’s $4bn takeover battle set to open up M&A in Japan
Bankers say clash of private equity titans augurs new phase of ‘hostile’ dealmaking in countryWorld - Financial Times - November 18 -
An Australian on trial for drugs in Japan says she's the victim of a romance scam
An Australian accused of smuggling amphetamines in a suitcase has appeared in a Japanese court nearly two years after her arrest and said she was tricked into carrying them as part of an online ...World - ABC News - November 18 -
Elliott Management bets on Japan property with 5% stake in Tokyo Gas
US activist investor plans to push Japanese company to offload some of its $9bn real estate portfolioWorld - Financial Times - November 19 -
Japan’s beef bowl economy shows consumer resilience as prices rise
Increases at fast food outlets and restaurants are not deterring locals from dining outWorld - Financial Times - November 19 -
Japan records a trade deficit in October for a 4th straight month, despite export recovery
Japan racked up a trade deficit in October for the fourth month in a row, as a weak yen and rising energy prices kept import costs highWorld - ABC News - November 20 -
Japan will watch China's military after Beijing admits violating Japanese airspace
Japanese officials say they are closely watching to see if China keeps its promise to prevent further violations of Japan’s airspace after explaining that an incursion by a Chinese military ...World - ABC News - November 20 -
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Japan passes $250B economic package meant to lift wages and spur growth
Japan has approved a $250 billion economic stimulus package centered around initiatives intended to boost incomesWorld - ABC News - November 22 -
Borthwick defends recalling Curry to face Japan despite concussion criticism
Tom Curry was stood down for 12 days after Australia loss ‘He’s gone through protocols, independent consultations’ The England head coach, Steve Borthwick, has defended his decision to pick ...World - The Guardian - November 22 -
The challenge for England is clear: they have to shut Japan out | Ugo Monye
After conceding 12 tries in three games, the defence will be under scrutiny and they need to stop the opposition scoring. The message within the England camp should be loud and clear this weekend: ...World - The Guardian - November 23 -
Steve Borthwick must look to up the offloads in England’s clash with Japan
Head coach locks horns with predecessor Eddie Jones as his side seek their first win of the Autumn Nations Series. Much has happened since England and Eddie Jones last crossed samurai swords in a ...World - The Guardian - November 23 -
Japan’s $250bn stimulus plan seeks to encourage more work and spending
Sharp raising of threshold before earnings are taxed is key measure in first major initiative of new Ishiba governmentWorld - Financial Times - 6 days ago -
England 59-14 Japan: Autumn Nations Series rugby union – live
Live updates, 4.10pm GMT kick-off at Twickenham Scotland 27-13 Australia | And you can drop Lee a mail 9 mins. The first bit of shape from England has Slade firing a kick in the left ...World - The Guardian - 5 days ago -
England demolish Japan in Autumn Nations farewell to end losing streak
England 59-14 Japan Two tries each for Jamie George and Luke Cowan-Dickie A disappointing calendar year for England has at least ended with a flurry of nine tries and a healthier-looking ...World - The Guardian - 5 days ago -
Traveling to Japan? Here Are 8 Useful Apps for Getting Around
Whether you plan to enjoy the nightlife in Tokyo, eat everything in Osaka, or explore the rural countryside, these apps will help you travel more easily in Japan.Tech - Wired - 4 days ago -
A strong quake hits Japan's Noto region but there's no tsunami danger
A strong earthquake has struck Japan’s north-central region of Noto that’s still recovering from a deadly quake early this yearWorld - ABC News - 4 days ago -
Rays say new stadium won't be able to open for 2028 season after more vote delays as St. Pete future stalls
The team presidents said they will still work with 'any and all willing partners'Sports - CBS Sports - November 20
