Month: November 2018

“Remainings Parsimmons”

‘Beautiful Japan’ 2018 Photo Contest Captures New Generation’s Perspective

JAPAN Forward November 9, 2018

“Beautiful Japan,” the 16th photo contest sponsored by The Sankei Shimbun...

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Japan’s National Security Should Prevail over Politics in Okinawa

Dr Monika Chansoria November 9, 2018

Denny Tamaki was pronounced as the new governor of Okinawa after...

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WATCH: Trains Bring You to Japan’s Famous Sites — at the SCMAGLEV and Railway Park Museum

JAPAN Forward November 8, 2018

Video 2| WATCH: Travel from Nagoya to Kansai at the SCMAGLEV and...

Japan-China Currency Swap Deal Undermines Trust Between Japanese, U.S. Leaders

Japan’s ODA to China—End of a Momentous Foreign Policy Failure

Yoshihisa Komori November 8, 2018

The Japanese government announced the end of its official development assistance...

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5 Reasons to Delay Japan’s Consumption Tax Hike

Peter Tasker, Arcus Research November 8, 2018

In 12 months’ time, Japan’s consumption tax is scheduled to rise...

Tokyo: A City Full of Michelin Stars — and Delicious Italian Cuisine!

Tokyo: A City Full of Michelin Stars — and Delicious Italian Cuisine!

Stefania Viti November 7, 2018

Dining in Tokyo can be an unforgettable experience, considering its nearly...

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Universal Studios Japan Adds Godzilla VS. Evangelion To Its Anime Attraction Lineup

grape Japan November 7, 2018

It's no secret that a clash between the iconic anime series Neon Genesis Evangelion and...

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Olympic Medalist Yuzuru Hanyu Strikes Gold at Helsinki Grand Prix

JAPAN Forward November 7, 2018

Yuzuru Hanyu, the figure skating champion who charmed the world by...

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Freed Japanese Journalist Tells How Syrian Militants Have Spawned A ‘Hostage Business’

Kiyoshi Ouchi November 6, 2018

Freelance journalist Jumpei Yasuda was freed in late October after being...

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s**t kingz: This Japanese Dance Crew Wants the World to Sit Up and Watch

Arielle Busetto November 6, 2018

You might imagine my slight amazement when I found out...

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The Greatest Japan-U.S. Post-War Diplomacy? BASEBALL

Robert Whiting November 6, 2018

After the autumn visit to Japan by Major League (MLB) All-Stars...

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South Korea Breaches Rule of Law, Common Sense with Court’s Wartime Labor Ruling

Takao Harakawa, Sankei Shimbun November 6, 2018

A strong sense of revulsion is building within the Japanese government...