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In Tokyo, Rice Farmers Protest ‘Misguided’ Rules Fueling Shortages

March 30, 2025River Akira Davis and Hisako UenoComments Off on In Tokyo, Rice Farmers Protest ‘Misguided’ Rules Fueling Shortages

A scarcity of rice is causing discontent among farmers and consumers in Japan and drawing attention to a policy some say has worsened shortages.

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In Tokyo, Rice Farmers Protest ‘Misguided’ Rules Fueling Shortages

March 30, 2025River Akira Davis and Hisako UenoComments Off on In Tokyo, Rice Farmers Protest ‘Misguided’ Rules Fueling Shortages

A scarcity of rice is causing discontent among farmers and consumers in Japan and drawing attention to a policy some say has worsened shortages.

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Bomber Given 10 Years in Prison for Attempted Murder of Japanese Premier

February 19, 2025February 19, 2025Martin Fackler and Hisako UenoComments Off on Bomber Given 10 Years in Prison for Attempted Murder of Japanese Premier

A court found the assailant guilty of attempted murder in the 2023 attack on Fumio Kishida, then prime minister.

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Rahm Emanuel, U.S. Envoy, Says His Impatience Nudged Japan Forward

December 15, 2024December 15, 2024MOTOKO RICHComments Off on Rahm Emanuel, U.S. Envoy, Says His Impatience Nudged Japan Forward

In a society used to quiet consensus-building, Tokyo has made bold changes to its defense policy. “Did I contribute to that?” Mr. Emanuel asked. “Uh, yeah.”

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South Korea’s Martial Law Turmoil Threatens Pacific Alliance With U.S. and Japan

December 4, 2024December 4, 2024MOTOKO RICHComments Off on South Korea’s Martial Law Turmoil Threatens Pacific Alliance With U.S. and Japan

Donald J. Trump had been seen as the main risk factor for the partnership between Tokyo, Seoul and Washington. Then came martial law in South Korea.

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A Litmus Test in Japan: Should Spouses Be Able to Have Different Surnames?

September 25, 2024September 25, 2024Motoko Rich and Kiuko NotoyaComments Off on A Litmus Test in Japan: Should Spouses Be Able to Have Different Surnames?

The nine candidates vying to become prime minister have been differentiated by their stances on a law requiring married couples to share a family name.

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Russian Military Plane Breaches Japan’s Airspace

September 23, 2024September 23, 2024Motoko Rich and Kiuko NotoyaComments Off on Russian Military Plane Breaches Japan’s Airspace

The infringements were the first by Russia in five years, according to the Japanese defense ministry. A fighter fired a warning flare in response.

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China To ‘Gradually’ Resume Imports of Japanese Seafood

September 20, 2024Daisuke Wakabayashi, Kiuko Notoya and Claire FuComments Off on China To ‘Gradually’ Resume Imports of Japanese Seafood

China imposed a ban last year after Japan began releasing treated water from the Fukushima nuclear plant into the sea. They have agreed to expand monitoring of the water.

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Five Possible Candidates to Lead Japan

August 15, 2024August 15, 2024River Akira Davis, Kiuko Notoya and Hisako UenoComments Off on Five Possible Candidates to Lead Japan

Japan’s Liberal Democratic Party is searching for a successor to Prime Minister Fumio Kishida. But is it willing to change to appease a dissatisfied public?

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Fumio Kishida, Japan’s Prime Minister, Will Step Down in September

August 13, 2024August 14, 2024River Akira DavisComments Off on Fumio Kishida, Japan’s Prime Minister, Will Step Down in September

The unpopular prime minister is bowing to pressure within his party. But it is unclear whether the party is truly ready to choose a candidate who will meet the public’s concerns.

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