This arresting image reflects photographer Shin Noguchi’s impulse to capture cultures thrown together ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s young musicians rally to save dying art of shamisen music
The makers of this ancient instrument were near to closure. But could it get a new lease of life? ( read original story ...)
FACTBOX-Continuity and reforms: Key policies of Japan PM hopeful Suga
Japanese Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga looks set to become prime minister this week, after garnering the backing of most of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party's (LDP) factions to win a party ... ( read original story ...)
Carlos Ghosn’s key deputy goes on trial in Japan
Japan’s most anticipated white collar criminal trial of the 21st century will begin in Tokyo on Tuesday, but with the glaring absence of its central figure: Carlos Ghosn, the former Nissan chairman ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore, Japan to launch ‘green lane’ for essential business and office travel
While Singapore has similar arrangements with other countries, it's a first for Japan; track mainly for short-term business travellers ... ( read original story ...)
U.S. Open champion Naomi Osaka let her masks do the talking. In the end, she wanted to know what we heard.
Osaka turned around a question about her seven masks that feature the names of victims of violence and police brutality. ( read original story ...)
Analysis: In a hard-fought match featuring two gutsy champions, Naomi Osaka showed more heart
Naomi Osaka spoke out. She led with her heart. She wore it on her face for the seventh time in 12 days Saturday, the masks her private power source. ( read original story ...)
Protests in Germany against restrictions as French cases set new record – as it happened
Cases continue to surge in western Europe; Victoria sees one of its lowest totals for months; Brazil deaths climb past 130,000. Follow all the developments ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Suga says no limit to bonds govt can issue
TOKYO, Sept 13 (Reuters) - Japan's Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga, who is set to become next prime minister, said on Sunday there was no limit to the bonds the government can issue to ... ( read original story ...)
How Naomi Osaka became the improbable, indispensable voice of our moment
By leveraging her platform to bring attention to victims of racial violence during her US Open title run, the 22-year-old delivered a message as powerful as her game ... ( read original story ...)
Shinzo Abe visits Tokyo hospital again – local media
Japan's outgoing Prime Minister Shinzo Abe visited a Tokyo hospital on Saturday, his first visit since announcing his decision to resign due to poor health, local media reported. The visit was related ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Suga says no limit to bonds government can issue
Japan's Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga, who is set to become next prime minister, said on Sunday there was no limit to the bonds the government can issue to support an economy hit by the ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Suga, likely next PM, says ready to top up payouts to ease COVID-19 pain
Japanese Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga, widely expected to become prime minister next week, said on Saturday he will consider topping up payouts to households and companies to cushion the ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka rallies for three-set win over Victoria Azarenka and her second US Open title
Naomi Osaka was behind 1-6, 0-2 but roared back to beat former No. 1 Victoria Azarenka, who was competing in her first Grand Slam final since 2013. ( read original story ...)
Osaka comes back, tops Azarenka at US Open; 3rd Slam title
After one errant forehand in the first set of the U.S. Open final, Naomi Osaka looked at her coach in the mostly empty Arthur Ashe Stadium stands with palms up, as if to say, ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka seeks second U.S. Open title, with Victoria Azarenka her final hurdle
This U.S. Open final features two former top-ranked players, both of whom have won multiple Grand Slam titles. And yet the anticipation may be somewhat dulled due to the absence of Serena Williams. ( read original story ...)