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Yellow dust was observed in central Tokyo on Thursday morning for the first time in two years, as a haze from continental Asia continued to drift over a wide area from Kyushu to Hokkaido.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Most Korean plaintiffs in Japan forced-labour cases accept Seoul's compensation plan

The bereaved families of 10 South Koreans who won court cases over being forced to work under Japanese colonial rule have accepted compensation proposed by Seoul as it seeks to mend ties with Tokyo, South Korea's foreign ministry said on Thursday.

Reuters

Exhibition on mangaka Go Nagai underway at Tokiwaso museum

A special exhibition on manga artist Go Nagai is underway at the Toshima City Tokiwaso Manga Museum in Toshima Ward, Tokyo.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

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Japan Offers Iran Assistance to Complete Nuclear Negotiations

Japanese Foreign Minister Yoshimasa Hayashi offered his Iranian counterpart, Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, help to push through the stalled talks to revive the 2015 nuclear deal. The Iranian Foreign Ministry said that Amir-Abdollahian discussed bilateral ties and regional and international developments over the phone with his Japanese counterpart. They also discussed the…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Karaage kings: judges hunt for Japan's best fried chicken

Tokyo (AFP) - Munching their way through hundreds of golden-brown morsels, a team of judges has searched relentlessly to find the ultimate "karaage" -- the fried chicken known as "Japan's comfort food".

AFP

Japanese fans snap up first Murakami novel in six years

Tokyo (AFP) - Dozens of excited Haruki Murakami fans queued outside a bookstore in Tokyo on Thursday for the midnight release of the world-renowned author's first novel in six years.

AFP

Japan wants to host Rugby World Cup again in 2035

Tokyo (AFP) - Japan wants to host the World Cup again as early as 2035, the country's rugby union chief said, potentially bringing it back to Asia for a second time.

AFP

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How Japan's big plans for a 'hydrogen society' fell flat

Tokyo (AFP) - It was once touted as a miracle solution to Japan's energy problems: creating a "hydrogen society" by sharply ramping up use of the fuel for vehicles, industry and housing.

AFP

Fossil fuel pledges divide G7 in 'critical decade' for climate

Tokyo (AFP) - G7 allies meet this week for climate talks that are likely to urge more action in a "critical decade", but could also lay bare divisions on ambitious fossil fuel commitments.

AFP

Japan park where Babe Ruth played subject of climate battle

A historic baseball stadium in Tokyo where Babe Ruth played could be demolished

The Independent UK

You Need to Play 2022's Most Underrated Thriller on Xbox Game Pass ASAP

'Ghostwire: Tokyo' is the latest addition to Xbox Game Pass, and it's an unforgettable horror game that sports an unmatched atmosphere.

Inverse

Former teen idol alleges sexual abuse by Japan music mogul

Tokyo (AFP) - A former teen idol said on Wednesday he was sexually assaulted repeatedly by Johnny Kitagawa, the founder of Japan's biggest boyband empire, in a rare public allegation against the late mogul.

AFP

Nicola Peltz Beckham packs on the PDA in matching outfit with husband Brooklyn

Nicola and Brooklyn Peltz Beckham packed on the PDA while wearing matching pink outfits during their lavish trip in Tokyo after Nicola's 'peace summit' with Victoria after rumoured feud

Daily Mirror

Former teen idol alleges sex abuse by Japan music mogul

Tokyo (AFP) - A former teen idol on Wednesday said he was repeatedly sexually assaulted by Johnny Kitagawa, the founder of Japan's biggest boyband empire, in a rare public allegation against the late mogul.

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Ex-BOJ chief Kuroda tapped for job at university in Tokyo

Former Bank of Japan Governor Haruhiko Kuroda has received a job offer from a prestigious university in Tokyo, days after retiring from the helm of the central bank, a university official told Reuters on Wednesday.

Windows Central

Ghostwire: Tokyo (Xbox) review — Folklore, fresh concepts, frustrated

After a year of updates, is the former PlayStation exclusive worth your time on Xbox? It depends on your tolerance for performance issues, sadly.

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Modern Japanese houses inspiring minimalism and avant-garde living

We tour the best Japanese architecture and modern Japanese houses designed by international and local architects that open up possibilities for all types of lifestyle, from minimalist to communal in Japanese architecture.

The Week

Kyoto to Tokyo: a high-speed tour of Japan

In many ways, Japan is a country of contrasts. Ancient cultural traditions thrive in cities where some of the world’s most futuristic technologies are the norm. One season tourists ski in the north, and the next they surf in the south. And while the famed bullet trains traverse the country…

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Jordan's King Calls from Tokyo for De-escalation in Palestinian Territories

Jordan's King Abdullah II reaffirmed on Monday during his visit to Tokyo the need for calm and de-escalation in the Palestinian territories, and for intensifying efforts to resolve the crises and challenges. The Jordan News Agency (Petra) reported that King Abdullah had met separately with Japanese Foreign Minister Yoshimasa Hayashi…

AFP

Panel to suggest ending Japan's controversial 'trainee' scheme

Tokyo (AFP) - A Japanese government panel is set to recommend the closure of a controversial vocational training scheme for young people from developing countries, an immigration official said Tuesday.

AFP

Sapporo may delay Winter Games bid to 2034: Japan Olympic chief

Tokyo (AFP) - Japan could push its Winter Olympics bid back four years to 2034 after corruption scandals related to the Tokyo Games, the country's Olympic chief has warned.

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New parade to mark Tokyo Disneyland's 40th anniversary

A new daytime parade commemorating the 40th anniversary of Tokyo Disneyland in Urayasu, Chiba Prefecture, will begin on Saturday.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Ticket to black-pink

Illuminated cherry blossoms are in full bloom at a park in Tokyo's Ogikubo district. Otaguro Park has eight double-flowered cherry trees that will be lit up nightly until Sunday. When a gentle breeze comes, visitors can also enjoy showers of blossoms as they fall from the trees. Admission is free…

Daily Mirror

Brooklyn Beckham gushes over 'gorgeous baby' wife Nicola as they holiday in Tokyo

The Peltz-Beckhams are enjoying a trip to Tokyo to celebrate their first year of marriage. The couple, who tied the knot last year in a lavish ceremony on Nicola's family's Florida estate, looked as loved up as ever

AFP

Inoue aims to follow in older brother's footsteps as undisputed champion

Tokyo (AFP) - Japan's Takuma Inoue set his sights on matching older brother Naoya in becoming the undisputed bantamweight world champion, after beating Venezuela's Liborio Solis on Saturday to partially reclaim the family silver.

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