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Japan Urges South Korea to Drop Wartime Compensation Demands

Japan Urges South Korea to Drop Wartime Compensation Demands

By Associated Press
A South Korean court's recent ruling is likely to further complicate bilateral relations between the two U.S. allies.
Japan’s Olympic Dreams Remain Hostage to COVID-19 Uncertainty

Japan’s Olympic Dreams Remain Hostage to COVID-19 Uncertainty

By Thisanka Siripala
Japan’s hopes for the postponed Tokyo Olympics are shrouded in doubt as the coronavirus outbreak in the country heads for a worst case scenario.

Japan Aims tor Greater Engagement in Latin America

Japan Aims tor Greater Engagement in Latin America

By Astha Chadha
Foreign Minister Motgei’s visit to the region is another manifestation of the Suga administration’s focus.

Revisiting the Obama-Hatoyama Relationship

Revisiting the Obama-Hatoyama Relationship

By Gregory Kulacki
A controversy stoked by Obama's recent memoir gives causes to look back at a troubled relationship - and what could have been.

Japan Faces Its Worst COVID-19 Outbreak Yet

Japan Faces Its Worst COVID-19 Outbreak Yet

By Thisanka Siripala
Record breaking infections in Tokyo have sparked a sense of impending crisis in the capital’s battle against the coronavirus.
Japan’s New Gender Equality Policy Takes a Step Back

Japan’s New Gender Equality Policy Takes a Step Back

By Thisanka Siripala
Japan’s law requiring married couples to use the same surname has come under the spotlight as a significant obstacle to women’s empowerment.

Abe Apologizes, But Isn’t Charged for Cherry Blossom Scandal

Abe Apologizes, But Isn’t Charged for Cherry Blossom Scandal

By Associated Press
Prosecutors investigated whether Abe, his aide and two executives from his political support group had subsidized the party fees in violation of campaign and election funds laws.
Japanese Companies Fall Victim To Unprecedented Wave of Cyber Attacks 

Japanese Companies Fall Victim To Unprecedented Wave of Cyber Attacks 

By Thisanka Siripala
The growing invasion of cyberspace from hackers has left Japanese companies scrambling to strengthen cyber security efforts.

Why Did Japan Suspend the ‘Go To Travel’ Campaign?

Why Did Japan Suspend the ‘Go To Travel’ Campaign?

By Rupakjyoti Borah
After announcing its extension, Tokyo decided to suspend the “Go To Travel” campaign.

Japan-South Korea: The Limits of Outreach Without Trust

Japan-South Korea: The Limits of Outreach Without Trust

By Kimura Kan
Recent diplomatic activity on the Korean side will only go so far in rebuilding relations.

Masks Key to Keeping Japan’s COVID-19 Caseload Low

Masks Key to Keeping Japan’s COVID-19 Caseload Low

By Associated Press
Mask wearing and voluntary compliance with social distancing helped Japan avoid a full lockdown. But with cases climbing again, will Tokyo’s approach hold?
Tokyo Games Relay Opens in 100 Days With 10,000 Torchbearers

Tokyo Games Relay Opens in 100 Days With 10,000 Torchbearers

By Associated Press
Even after a year-long delay, there are questions about the safety of the massive relay effort – not to mention the Olympic Games themselves.

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