Ten percent of U.S beef goes to export. Looking for a bright side of the news from Japan, Brown says the tariff bump covers only frozen, not refrigerated, beef. “Undoubtedly, we will send more non-frozen beef to Japan. But, they may reach a cap on that ... ( read original story ...)
North Korea’s nuclear threat at a ‘new stage’, warns Japan
Japan has warned that the threat from North Korean nuclear weapons ... missile that would be able to re-enter earth’s atmosphere intact, according to Kyodo news. The report also cited Pyongyang’s attempts to improve its ability to conduct a surprise ... ( read original story ...)
North Korea’s use of missile and nuclear tests threatens world security says Japan
That, along with China's continued threatening behaviour in the East China Sea and South China Sea, is a major concern for Japan,” Mr Onodera told a news briefing in Tokyo. The ministry said the number of Japan's jet scrambles against Chinese aircraft ... ( read original story ...)
North Korea threat to Japan reaches ‘new stage’: defence review report
TOKYO -- The threat to Japan from North Korea has reached a "new stage" now that the country is capable of launching an intercontinental ballistic missile and its nuclear weapons program has advanced, a defence ministry report said Tuesday. North Korea was ... ( read original story ...)
Bede Durbidge on board for Tokyo Olympic surfing role
AUSTRALIA’S top female and male surfers will be supported in their bid for historic gold medals at the Tokyo Olympics by one of their own - once he stops surfing himself. Former Pipeline Master champion and pro surfer Bede Durbidge has been named as the ... ( read original story ...)
A year on, Tokyo Gov. Yuriko Koike has more plans to reform the capital
A year since becoming Tokyo governor, Yuriko Koike is riding high. Over the past year, she has won over voters by successfully portraying herself as an iconoclast battling the “black box” opacity that she says has long pervaded the decision-making ... ( read original story ...)
Seoul Warns Tokyo’s Claims to Disputed Dokdo Islets May Harm Bilateral Relations
South Korea warned Japan on Tuesday that the bilateral relations between the countries may deteriorate if Tokyo does not relinquish its claim to the Dokdo islets, which are disputed by the countries. MOSCOW (Sputnik) — The South Korean Foreign Ministry ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks fall back amid lack of trading incentives
On Monday, the key market gauge rose 103.56 points. The Topix, which covers all Tokyo Stock Exchange first-section issues, finished 3.95 points, or 0.24 percent, lower at 1,635.32 after climbing 7.82 points Monday. Buying and selling were largely mixed as ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks close lower as investors opt for gains amid yen’s rise
TOKYO, Aug. 8 (Xinhua) -- Tokyo stocks closed lower Tuesday as investors opted to lock in gains, while the yen's appreciation against the U.S. dollar sent exporter issues lower and weighed on the broader market. The 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average dropped ... ( read original story ...)
Toyota Vios Sports Edition and Tokyo Motors Show 2017 trips up for grabs
SHAH ALAM: Toyota customers who purchase their vehicles from any Toyota showrooms nationwide stand a chance of winning brand new Toyota Vios Sports Edition or a trip to Japan to attend the 2017 Tokyo Motor Show. There are two units of the Vios Sports ... ( read original story ...)
Autumn Art Exhibition Scheduled at Park Hotel Tokyo to Offer Guests Hospitality with Japanese Aesthetics of Season
To offer a memorable experience in various parts of your stay, Park Hotel Tokyo will continue to maximize the role of Japanese aesthetics and hospitality. View original content:http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/autumn-art-exhibition-scheduled-at-park ... ( read original story ...)
7 Deliciously Melty Ice Cream Fashion Items to Enjoy All Year Round
Pick up a guilt-free treat for yourself and enjoy it to your heart’s content - these ice creams are so cool they'll never melt. This is a Tokyo Otaku Mode original article. ( read original story ...)
Nihon Eiga at The National Museum of Modern Art (MOMAT), Tokyo
The National Museum of Modern Art (MOMAT) presents Nihon Eiga's "The History of Japanese Film” at their Tokyo venue. From the collections of the National Film Center, Nihon Eiga's "The History of Japanese Film” presents an insight into Japanese cinema ... ( read original story ...)
S.Korean court orders Japan’s Mitsubishi to pay over war labour
The victims, both in their teens, worked without pay at a Mitsubishi aircraft manufacturing plant in Nagoya in 1944 after being falsely promised they would be able to make money and study in Japan. It is one of 14 cases involving more than 1,000 South ... ( read original story ...)
China wins its first World Cosplay Summit championship
Team China were victorious for the very first time at this year's World Cosplay Summit (WCS), held in Nagoya, Japan. The two young cosplayers ... The Last Vampire", QQ news reported. Representatives from Mexico and Japan placed second and third ... ( read original story ...)
Yonhap News Summary
The following is the first summary of major stories moved by Yonhap News Agency on Tuesday ... the victims worked without pay at an aircraft manufacturing plant in Japan's Nagoya after being deceived in 1944 with a false promise they would be able to ... ( read original story ...)