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August 15, 2022 gaishikeiman 0

After more than one year I am back online: Imuraya Mochi Purun Warabi Mochi Brown Sugar Grapes Assortment (50 Pieces) [Stick Type] [Pastry] [Office] [Living […]

It all starts with a Phone call

August 15, 2022 gaishikeiman 0

When you have lawyers friends, it can be useful but can also be a double edged sword. Early 2016, I was back from a kick […]

Women in the workplace in Japan and how they can contribute greatly to improve your bottom line

August 15, 2022 gaishikeiman 0

Women in the workplace in Japan I thought to write about women in the workplace in Japan when I just received a mail from one […]

With U.S. absent, China steps in for earthquake-hit Myanmar
on April 3, 2025 at 4:01 am
The American absence shows how U.S. President Donald Trump's moves to slash the size of the government has hobbled its ability to act during disasters.
Russia and Ukraine trade new accusations on breaches of energy truce
by Japan Today Editor on April 3, 2025 at 3:54 am
Russia and Ukraine accused each other on Wednesday of launching new attacks against each other's energy facilities, in violation of a U.S.-brokered moratorium. Both sides said they were…
Waltz team set up 20 Signal chats on global issues, Politico reports
by Japan Today Editor on April 3, 2025 at 3:52 am
The team led by U.S. President Donald Trump's national security adviser, Mike Waltz, set up at least 20 group chats on the commercial Signal app to coordinate official…
14 years on: Teen from Tokyo begins fishing career in Fukushima
on April 3, 2025 at 3:40 am
Teruki Hara remains initially discovered his love for fishing in the prefecture as a child.
Michael Johnson's ambitious Grand Slam Track series prepares for first event
on April 3, 2025 at 3:17 am
The circuit gets under way in Kingston on Friday.
Half of college students in Japan worry about living costs
on April 3, 2025 at 3:15 am
Some students have said they refrain from buying things more often than they have previously.
How to do an overnight bus trip to Hirosaki from Tokyo – Part 2【Photos】
by Casey Baseel on April 3, 2025 at 3:00 am
Part 2 of our overnight bus trip from downtown Tokyo to castle town Hirosaki! Welcome back for the second part of our trip from Tokyo to Aomori Prefecture via Japan’s overnight bus network. To recap, our reporter Masanuki Sunakoma hopped on the Jamjam Liner at the Busta bus terminal in downtown Tokyo’s Shinjuku neighborhood at
LIV Golf stars look ahead to Masters
on April 3, 2025 at 2:22 am
"It's almost a religious experience every time you set foot on Augusta National," said Phil Mickelson.
NHL commissioner says U.S.-Canada tensions could impact league
on April 3, 2025 at 1:55 am
U.S. President Donald Trump, since returning to the White House in January, has announced and delayed tariffs on Canada.
Syria says deadly Israeli strikes a 'blatant violation'
on April 3, 2025 at 1:53 am
Syrian state media said the strikes hit close to a defense research center in Damascus, among other sites, while a war monitor reported four dead.
Trump unveils 10% global tariff, with Japan levy set at 24%
on April 3, 2025 at 1:50 am
The higher "reciprocal” rates are based on a government tally of levies and nontariff barriers that countries impose on U.S. goods.
SMBC and Fujitsu to partner on AI-driven forecasting services
on April 3, 2025 at 1:47 am
The move would be a rare instance of a Japanese bank allowing another company access to sensitive customer data.
Seiya Suzuki hits two homers to help Cubs complete rout of A's
on April 3, 2025 at 1:39 am
Suzuki hit three of Chicago's homers in the series.
A mass grave for fighters in a Roman Empire-era battle is revealed in Vienna
by Japan Today Editor on April 3, 2025 at 1:31 am
As construction crews churned up dirt to renovate a Vienna soccer field last October, they happened upon an unprecedented find: A heap of intertwined skeletal remains in a…
Financial markets tumble after Trump tariff announcement
by Japan Today Editor on April 3, 2025 at 1:29 am
Global financial markets were rocked on Wednesday by Donald Trump's announcement of sweeping tariffs, targeting China and the European Union in particular, with the risk of undermining the…
Trump tariffs pile stress on ailing world economy
on April 3, 2025 at 1:29 am
They will sap yet more vigor from a world economy barely recovered from the post-pandemic inflation surge.
Japan eyes stricter Diet oversight of active cyberdefense
on April 3, 2025 at 1:28 am
If the ruling and opposition sides agree, a revised bill on the issue will be submitted as early as Friday.
Social Security's acting leader faces calls to resign over decision to cut Maine contracts
by Japan Today Editor on April 3, 2025 at 1:08 am
The Social Security Administration's acting commissioner is facing calls to resign after he issued an order — which was quickly rescinded — that would have required Maine parents…
U.S. tariffs take aim everywhere, including uninhabited islands
by Japan Today Editor on April 3, 2025 at 1:04 am
The world's remotest corners couldn't hide from U.S. President Donald Trump's global tariffs onslaught Wednesday -- even the uninhabited Heard and McDonald Islands. The Australian territory in the…
Japan’s unofficial but approved Ghibli anime cafe is opening a new branch and looking for staff
by Casey Baseel on April 3, 2025 at 1:00 am
Kodama is expanding with a new location closer to the Ghibli theme park. Kodama, or Osu no Mori Cafe Kodama, occupies a unique spot in the dining scene. On the one hand, even a quick glance at the Nagoya eatery will tell you that it’s a Studio Ghibli anime-themed cafe. Everywhere you look you’ll see