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Northrop 'in talks with Japan' about cutting-edge air defense system
Nikkei Asia
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FAIRFORD, U.K. -- Northrop Grumman is talking to Japan about introducing its latest air defense system as the security environment in Asia becomes increasingly tense, Kenneth Todorov, vice president at the U.S. defense company, told Nikkei....
Japan's Upper House Polls: LDP-Komeito on Shaky Ground
Asia Sentinel
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July 18, 2025
By: Rupakjyoti Borah Ishiba: shaky ground Japan goes to upper-house elections on Sunday, July 20, with the ruling Liberal Democratic Party and its partner Komeito facing another electoral reverse that could rattle confidence both across the...
Japan Football Association planning to join Asia bid for 2046 World Cup
Japan Times
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July 18, 2025
The Japan Football Association is planning to join a bid to host the 2046 FIFA World Cup. If the bid is successful, Japan would host World Cup matches for the first time since the country co-hosted the World Cup with South Korea in 2002. The JFA...
Through Japan’s sacred gates with the Cape Gazette
Cape Gazette - Delaware
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Jessica and Mark Clampitt of Lewes embarked on a captivating journey through Japan, exploring the vibrant pulse of Tokyo and the serene traditions of Kyoto. Their travels led them to the iconic torii gates of Fushimi Inari Shrine, framed by the...
Giant-killing streak ends for Yew Sin-Ee Yi in Japan Open
Free Malaysia Today
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July 19, 2025
Ong Yew Sin-Teo Ee Yi won US$13,300 (RM56,500) as semi-finalists in the Japan Open. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA: The giant-killing streak of doubles shuttlers Ong Yew Sin-Teo Ee Yi in the Japan Open came to an end today when they were defeated by...
Sze Fei-Izzuddin make it to Japan Open final in style
Free Malaysia Today
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July 19, 2025
This is the second final appearance this year for Goh Sze Fei-Nur Izzuddin Rumsani, who won the India Open title in January. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA: Goh Sze Fei-Nur Izzuddin Rumsani kept alive their bid to retain the Japan Open men’s doubles...
54 containers carrying parts for Goregaon Mulund Link Road arrive from Japan
The Indian Express
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July 19, 2025
The ambitious Rs 6,500 crore Goregaon Mulund Link Road (GMLR) is set to witness a key threshold as at least 54 trailers comprising parts of the Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM), which will bore the Goregaon-Mulund Link Road (GMLR) project’s twin...
Japan PM asks US Treasury chief to advance tariff talks
The Mainichi
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July 18, 2025
The national flags of Japan and the United States are seen in this file photo. (Mainichi).jpg TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said Friday he asked U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to advance ongoing tariff negotiations...
Opposition parties to press Ishiba on consumption tax cut
Japan Today
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July 21, 2025
Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba remains opposed to a consumption tax cut, but opposition parties are expected to intensify calls for such measures after gaining more seats in Sunday's House of Councillors election. Ishiba's Liberal Democratic Party...
Japan, U.S., S. Korea Reconfirm Cooperation over N. Korea
Nippon
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July 18, 2025
Newsfrom Japan Politics Jul 18, 2025 20:50 (JST) Tokyo, July 18 (Jiji Press)--Senior diplomats from Japan, the United States and South Korea on Friday reconfirmed that the countries will work closely together to deal with North Korea's military...
3 men die in drowning incidents in Ehime Prefecture
Japan Today
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July 21, 2025
Three men died in drowning incidents in Ehime Prefecture on Sunday. At around 2:30 p.m., the fire department was notified that two men were struggling in the Niyodo River, which flows through Kumakogen town, NHK reported. Divers found the two men...
Couple found dead at Ibaraki park; man hanging from tree, woman in car
Japan Today
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July 21, 2025
A 48-year-old man was found hanged in a park in Ami town, Ibaraki Prefecture, on Sunday, and a 44-year-old woman was found dead inside a car in nearby parking lot. According to police, a passerby called 110 at around 6:15 a.m. and said a man was...
Roundup: Japan, Australia set up title showdown at FIBA Women's Asia Cup
Xinhua News Agency
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SHENZHEN, July 19 (Xinhua) -- Japan upset defending champion China 90-81 in the semifinal at the FIBA Women's Asia Cup on Saturday. Japan will contend for the title with Australia, who held off South Korea 86-73. Japan shot an impressive 47.1...
Sze Fei-Nur Izzuddin to defend Japan Open title after semifinal win
The Sun Daily
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July 19, 2025
NATIONAL men’s doubles pair Goh Sze Fei-Nur Izzuddin Rumsani will get the chance to defend their Japan Open title after they beat Taiwanese pair Kuang Heng-Yang Po Han in the semifinal match at the Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium, Japan today. The...
Japan’s Mount Fuji Has a New Luxury Hotel with Private Hot Springs and Michelin-Worthy Dining
AFAR
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July 18, 2025
Gora Kadan Fuji, the long-awaited second property from the esteemed Gora Kadan brand, debuts on July 20, 2025, as the closest high-end hotel to Mount Fuji with unobstructed views of the sacred peak. Set in an exclusive spot within the...
Iconic tiny Tokyo capsule home goes on display in New York
Yahoo Sports - Canada
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July 19, 2025
The stacks of boxes with their distinctive circular windows were a local landmark in the Ginza District. Each was a 'micro-dwelling', a tiny home just about big enough for one. In 2022, the building was demolished - but it wasn't the end for all...
Tang Jie-Ee Wei go down to Chinese pair at Japan Open semis
Free Malaysia Today
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July 19, 2025
It was the third time Chen Tang Jie-Toh Ee Wei had lost to the Chinese pair, in their four encounters so far. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA: National mixed doubles pair Chen Tang Jie-Toh Ee Wei’s hopes for a first final appearance this year were...
Pearly-Thinaah stun arch rivals Matsuyama-Shida to enter Japan Open final
Free Malaysia Today
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July 19, 2025
This is only the second time Pearly Tan-M Thinaah have defeated the Japanese pair Nami Matsuyama-Chiharu Shida in their 15 encounters so far. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA: Malaysia’s top women’s doubles pair Pearly Tan-M Thinaah silenced the home...
Japan Art and Landscapes
Modern Tokyo Times
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July 18, 2025
Japan Art and Landscapes Lee Jay Walker Modern Tokyo Times The Meiji Restoration of 1868 triggered widespread social upheaval, characteristic of many revolutionary periods, producing both winners and losers. Individuals who could adapt to the...
Tokyo vs Urawa Reds Prediction and Betting Tips | July 19th 2025
Sportskeeda
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July 18, 2025
Tokyo will welcome Urawa Reds to Ajinomoto Stadium in the J1 League on Saturday. The hosts have registered seven wins in 23 league games and are 16th in the standings with 26 points. The Reds have nine wins and are eighth with 34 points. The...