Japan to require AI firms to disclose training data
A draft code has been drawn up amid growing concerns that texts and images may be used to train AI models without consent, potentially infringing on copyrights.
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japantimes.co.jp
19.08.2026
Japan starts planning language program for foreign residents
The program would also assist in helping residents understand local systems and rules, and is hoped to be trialed in fiscal 2028.
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japantimes.co.jp
19.08.2026
Japan mulls expert teams for cyberattack-hit local governments
The considerations come as difficulties rise in securing sufficient personnel and budgets for cybersecurity measures.
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japantimes.co.jp
19.08.2026
Japan’s migrant children: The hidden challenges of belonging
As Japan continues to debate migration, belonging is often framed as something migrants must eventually earn through adaptation and contribution.
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japantimes.co.jp
19.08.2026
Japan’s earnings surprise analysts to fuel bets for broad rally
Companies posted their largest earnings beat in five years despite soaring oil costs.
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japantimes.co.jp
19.08.2026
Deadly heat pushes Japan’s farmers to go nocturnal
Once-busy midday hours are now avoided by farmers as a mortal threat, replaced by after-dark work to protect crops, livestock and themselves.
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japantimes.co.jp
19.08.2026
South Korea and Japan stress stress 'critical' US alliance as Trump slashes military drills
Trump made the surprise announcement about the troop drawdown in a social media post just before US and South Korean soldiers began Monday's annual Ulchi Freedom Shield exercises.
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euronews.com
18.08.2026
Japan and Australia defense chiefs tout ‘significant’ progress on high-energy laser
Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi said the advances were a breakthrough not only for bilateral ties but also for Japan's own defense industry.
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japantimes.co.jp
18.08.2026
Racist abuse spurred Suzuki as Japan goalkeeper set for Premier League
Zion Suzuki has had to overcome costly mistakes and racist abuse on the way to becoming the most expensive Japanese goalkeeper in history.
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japantimes.co.jp
18.08.2026
Russia summons Japanese envoy after Takaichi protests Putin’s visit to Etorofu
The island off the east coast of Hokkaido is one of four held by Russia that are known as the Northern Territories in Japan.
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japantimes.co.jp
18.08.2026
Aging of hibakusha puts Nihon Hidankyo at crossroads
The Japan Confederation of A- and H-Bomb Sufferers Organizations plans to decide by next summer whether to dissolve or continue its activities.
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japantimes.co.jp
18.08.2026
Rail travel demand strong during Japan summer holidays
Passenger traffic for 46 major sections held firm, supported by business and tourism demand.
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japantimes.co.jp
18.08.2026
Japan’s Summer Koshien baseball tradition comes face-to-face with new climate reality
As human-caused climate change makes Japan's summers ever hotter, one of the country's most cherished summer traditions is under threat.
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japantimes.co.jp
17.08.2026
Leading economies’ borrowing costs hit highest since 2008 crisis
Concern over impact of Iran war pushes up government bond yields in US, UK, France, Germany and JapanGovernment borrowing costs in several advanced economies hit their highest level since the 2008 fin
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theguardian.com
17.08.2026
Putin visited Kuril Islands to 'punish' Japan over Ukraine stance
Analysts have said a visit by Russia's leader to a disputed island chain sent a "message" to Japan, which for decades has sought to reclaim control of the territory.
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dw.com
17.08.2026
JAL and ANA to coordinate flight schedules for first time
The move affects flights by the two major Japanese airlines on the route between Haneda Airport in Tokyo and Okayama Airport in western Japan, starting in late October.
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japantimes.co.jp
17.08.2026
Japan’s economy slows, missing growth forecasts
GDP rises 0.3 percent in the second quarter as consumption and capital spending sag.
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aljazeera.com
17.08.2026
Japan's economy manages 1.1% growth rate despite headwinds
Japan’s economy grew an annualized rate of 1.1% in the April-June quarter, even as private consumption stayed flat and the growth of exports declined
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abcnews.com
17.08.2026
What is Tokyo’s Yasukuni Shrine, linked to Japan’s wartime atrocities?
About 2.5 million people, including Japanese war criminals who fought for the country, are enshrined at Yasukuni.
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aljazeera.com
16.08.2026
Japanese minister visits shrine to war dead, angering China, South Korea
Defence Minister Koizumi's visit to Yasukuni Shrine comes on the 81st anniversary of Japan's surrender in WWII.
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aljazeera.com
15.08.2026