• Special Coverage

Bashing and Blaming: How Junpei Yasuda Was ‘Welcomed’ After Release from Syria

Arielle Busetto November 13, 2018

      When journalist Junpei Yasuda returned to Tokyo on October 25, observers...

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• Hidden Wonders

[Hidden Wonders of Japan] Spaceship or Library? It’s Both at Seikei University

JAPAN Forward November 13, 2018

          A ubiquitous picture: as the sun sets, the lights...

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• Imperial Family

Emperor, Empress Host the Last Imperial Garden Party of the Heisei Era

Sankei Shimbun November 13, 2018

        The Emperor and Empress of Japan hosted the autumnal party...

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• Culture

‘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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• Politics & Security

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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• Culture

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...

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• Politics & Security

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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• Economy & Tech

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...

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• Culture

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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• Culture

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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• Culture
• Sports

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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• Special Coverage

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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