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Alumni at western Japan school create acrylic stands to remember outgoing school uniforms

IGA, Mie -- The alumni association at a high school here launched a project to preserve images of their traditional uniforms, which are being phased o

NYC braces for arrival of Donald Trump and NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden

The Secret Service urged ticket holders to arrive early to the self-styled "World's Most Famous ⁠Arena."

Edging Toward Japan: The inspirational message behind Lafcadio Hearn's symphony of words

By Damian FlanaganI recently visited the town of Matsue in Shimane Prefecture, which is particularly noted for its connection with the Irish writer La

At least 112 non-native species found in Japanese waters, study shows

TOKYO (Kyodo) -- At least 112 non-native species have entered Japanese waters since the late 1800s, with some spreading northward apparently due to gl

Putin rejects Zelenskyy's offer to meet, saying he sees 'no point' in it

ST. PETERSBURG, Russia (AP) -- Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday rejected a proposal by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for a face-to

Canadian miner taps Brazil to carve China out of rare-earth supply chain

Congo’s traditional healers are on the front line of Ebola fight

In a region where health workers are shunned, an effective response to Ebola relies on integrating communities and "their rites," the World Health Organization says.

Putin says Russia will bolster its air defenses in response to Ukrainian drone attacks

ST. PETERSBURG, Russia (AP) -- President Vladimir Putin said Thursday that Russia will strengthen its air defenses to counter recent Ukrainian drone a

‘Extremely intelligent’ bear at large after hurting four in Fukushima

The bear apparently unlatched a window while evading capture and turned on a water tap to drink from.

Indonesia’s radical export plan takes effect as doubts swirl

Indonesia is facing severe investor pressure as questions have grown around governance and its economic outlook under President Prabowo Subianto.

Kōya-Dōfu: A Traditional Preserved Food Bursting with Taste

In the years before refrigeration, people discovered that freezing tōfu turned it into a dry version of the soybean treat that could be preserved safely and reconstituted in various dishes when it was time to eat it. A look at the ways kōya-dōfu is enjoyed to this day.

Japan work up sweat in readiness for sweltering World Cup venues

MONTERREY, Mexico (Kyodo) -- Japan's World Cup squad focused on acclimatizing to high temperatures Wednesday as they practiced at their pre-tournament

Reading manga in print improves memory recall time vs. digital versions: Japan study

TOKYO -- Reading manga in print improves comprehension and reduces unnecessary brain activity compared to reading on a tablet, a University of Tokyo s

India’s China dilemma: engagement vs. dependence

India's attempt to reduce dependence on China, for now, requires deeper engagement with the Asian giant. This is the central contradiction shaping the relationship.

Once the preserve of elite chefs, sushi-making can be fun

TOKYO (AP) -- No food says Japan more than sushi. But few people make it themselves, even Japanese.The art of making sushi traditionally meant decades

Air radiation levels down to national average in about 70% of Fukushima

Decreases have been notable at building lots and agricultural sites, but moderate in forests, where decontamination is difficult.

SMBC moves beyond traditional lending to spur returns

The Japanese lender is utilizing tools such as synthetic risk transfers and loan portfolio sales, Asia-Pacific Deputy Head Carsten Stoehr says.

Mitsubishi Motors, Nissan to launch EV-to-grid power trading services

Ukrainian haiku poet finds small miracles in war

Celebrated in Japan, Vladislava Simonova is almost unknown in her own country.

Former Canadian diplomat detained in China says Japan needs to help constrain Beijing

Countries like Japan, South Korea and Australia cannot counter China on their own, but with the U.S. and India, they could constrain Beijing's influence, Michael Kovrig says.