There are so many bars, alleyways, shops and gardens I want to explore – but right now, its confidence and self-assurance seem unimaginable ... ( read original story ...)
Japan considering re-opening door to some foreigners: media
Japan is considering re-opening its borders to travellers from selected countries which have low levels of coronavirus infections, as it begins to ease restrictions put in place earlier this year to ... ( read original story ...)
Japan says Hong Kong situation deeply concerning
The situation in Hong Kong is deeply concerning and stability is important, Japan's top government spokesman said on Monday regarding China's decision to impose a new security law on Hong Kong. The ... ( read original story ...)
Clinical trial shows promising new treatment for rare blood cancer
Scientists have found that chemotherapy combined with drug "rituximab" coupled with treatment for the secondary Central Nervous System (CNS) problem, shows promising results for patients suffering ... ( read original story ...)
Gauff and Osaka should not be discouraged from their protests
The two young stars’ criticisms of police brutality after George Floyd’s killing were brave in a culture uneasy with black athletes speaking out ... ( read original story ...)
First Weekend Out after State of Emergency Lifted in Tokyo
Peoples hike on Mt.Takao, a 599-meter mountain in Hachioji, Tokyo, Japan on Sunday, May 31, 2020. Mt. Takao won its fame as a destination like the Ginza and Roppongi area, after being awarded three ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s May factory activity sinks as pandemic lockdowns hit demand: PMI
Japan's factory activity shrank at the fastest pace since March 2009 in May, a private sector survey showed on Monday, as manufacturers widely struggled with the demand blow from the coronavirus ... ( read original story ...)
Lions to take on Japan at Murrayfield
Edinburgh appears set to host a British & Irish Lions game against Japan next year before the touring squad flies to South Africa (Owen Slot writes).BT Murrayfield emerged as the favourite yesterday ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka and Gauff should not be discouraged from their protests
The two young stars’ criticisms of police brutality after George Floyd’s killing were brave in a culture uneasy with black athletes speaking out ... ( read original story ...)
Japan hospital clown association puts shows for sick kids online
Clown performances are being put online to help cheer up children struggling with illness, as making physical hospital visits has become dif ... ( read original story ...)
Student’s goal of creating online shooter solo a hit with Japan’s gaming community
A student aiming to make a competitive shooting game all by himself has taken Japan's online gaming community by storm. ( read original story ...)
The Latest: No positive results in EPL latest testing round
There have been no positive results from the Premier League's latest round of COVID-19 testing. The league says a total of 1,130 players and club personnel were tested in the fourth round of screening ... ( read original story ...)
The Latest: Ex-minister says French league canceled too soon
France’s former sports minister says the government was too hasty in calling off soccer leagues this season. The French leagues were canceled after Prime Minister Édouard Philippe said in late April ... ( read original story ...)
The Latest: No return yet for world champion Springboks
The South African government has maintained a ban on all contact sports competitions because of the coronavirus. ( read original story ...)
Lessons from Japan on containing coronavirus could help U.S. reopen safely
In many ways, Japan’s experience of the coronavirus pandemic has paralleled America’s. The pathogen hit harder there than in neighboring countries — particularly in its largest, densest metropolis. ( read original story ...)
Some Japanese Whiskies Aren’t From Japan. Some Aren’t Even Whisky.
Though the spirits have won praise and high prices, Japan has few rules for what those bottles should contain. ( read original story ...)