New mutant Covid-19 strain discovered in Japan
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Covid 19: Japan tells people to wear masks at home
Japan's death toll from Covid-19 crossed 3000 going into holiday period.
The staggering blow out cost of the Tokyo Olympics
In 2013, organisers said the Games would cost US$7.5b. It will cost a lot more.
'Twitter killer' sentenced to death for serial murders
Man sentenced to death for killing and dismembering nine people in his Tokyo apartment.
Rory Glass reflects on 20 years with Lion
Outgoing managing director says he has no desire to work for another large company.
Japan capsule carrying asteroid samples lands in Australia
Capsule contains samples that could provide clues to origin of solar system.
This Japanese shop is 1,020 years old. It knows a bit about surviving crises
New York Times: Japan's centuries-old businesses, have endured by putting tradition first.
Brightly burning meteor seen across wide areas of Japan
The meteor glowed strongly as it rapidly descended through the Earth's atmosphere.
What we can learn from Japan about low rates and inflation
The financial history of Japan offers a guide for other nations.
Carlos Ghosn jailing was 'fundamentally unfair,' UN finds
The UN has called the detention a violation of human rights.
A ride on the assembly line with the world's most famous chalk
New York Times: Unravelling the history and mystery of a cult favourite.
Houdini escape: Fugitive ex-Nissan boss Carlos Ghosn on how he fled jail in Japan
Times: Controversial tycoon reveals how he pulled off the escape of the decade - and why.
Child tests positive for Covid-19 in Japan - despite testing negative in NZ
Entire family group, including the child, tested negative for the virus before leaving NZ.
Live animal export ban lifts but SAFE wants total ban on livestock shipments
The number of animals which can be loaded on a ship will be capped.
Japanese town fed up with tourists loving sacred deer to death
Last year one of the Sika deer dropped dead with 4kg of plastic its stomach.
A famed horror director mines Japan's real-life atrocities
New York Times: New movie animated by the ghosts of Japan's ghastly wartime experiments.
Godzilla and Mario fun parks open without Tokyo Games
Japan opens zany new attractions in spite of theme park problems elsewhere.
'Signs of life': Items found in cattle ship search give missing man's family hope
Lochie Bellerby's family say they are hopeful after the sighting of debris on an island.
The pressure to be perfect turns deadly for celebrities in Japan
New York Times: A number of Japanese stars have taken their own lives this year.
World reacts to 'chaotic' Trump / Biden debate
Stunned at first debate between President Donald Trump and challenger Joe Biden.
Airline's small act of defiance that passengers won't get
It's a subtle change. Possibly less likely to be noticed by Japanese-speaking passengers.
Hundreds of teachers' jobs at risk as foreign students dwindle
Banning foreign students may cost hundreds of teachers' jobs.
Sir John Kirwan's travel documentary is an emotional return to his life in Japan
"I wasn't expecting it, but a lot of emotions came flooding back."
Yoshihide Suga named Japan's prime minister, succeeding Shinzo Abe
Japan's Parliament elected Yoshihide Suga as prime minister today.
John Key: He actually did what he said he would do
Shinzo Abe was among the first foreign leaders Jacinda Ardern met in November 2017.
Yoshihide Suga wins party vote, all but assuring election as Japan PM
Yoshihide Suga was elected as the new head of Japan's ruling party.
Shinzo Abe vowed Japan would help women 'shine.' They are still waiting
New York Times: Female workers remain largely shut out of management jobs.
Japan PM hopeful says he may need help from Abe
Yoshihide Suga says he lacks the diplomatic skills of outgoing leader Shinzo Abe.
Lost at sea: Heartbroken parents of missing Kiwis urge officials to continue search
Kiwi men Lochie Bellerby and Scott Harris are still missing.
Japan ship operator to pay over $14m over Mauritius oil spill
It will go towards environmental projects and the local fishing community.
'Find my mate': Friends' desperate plea after ship capsizes
40 people are missing from the Gulf Livestock 1 after it capsized in Japanese waters.
Sitting in silence with 5,000 fans: The new sound of Japanese sports
New York Times: Japan has welcomed spectators back, but singing is now strictly forbidden.
Sunken cattle ship: Family of missing Kiwi holding on to hope
Three people from the Gulf Lifestock 1 ship have been found, but only two survived.
Japan to resume search for crew of missing livestock ship
Two crew members have been rescued so far, but another died after being found unconscious.