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Japan Govt. Extends Coronavirus State Of Emergency

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NHK
 
Japan's government is extending the coronavirus state of emergency in many parts of the country. It will remain in place for 19 prefectures, including Tokyo and Osaka, until the end of September.
Prime Minister Suga Yoshihide says new infections are declining across the country, but warns t...

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Japan’s Vaccine Minister Leads Polls Among Potential Leadership Candidates Before Formally Entering Race

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CNBC
 
Key PointsTaro Kono, the minister in charge of Japan’s vaccine push, currently leads popular opinion polls among candidates that could become the country’s next leader.Still, the minister himself has yet to officially confirm his intention to seek the leadership of Japan’s ruling Liberal D...

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With New Leader To Take Reins, Japan Eyes Extending COVID-19 Emergency In Hot Spots

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JAPAN TIMES
 
The current COVID-19 emergency in Tokyo and other areas could be extended by up to one month beyond its planned Sept. 12 end date to allow the next prime minister to decide when the measures should end, government sources have said.
The government is eyeing an extension of at least ...

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Third Person Dies In Japan After Taking Contaminated Moderna Coronavirus Vaccine

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THE GUARDIAN
 
A 49-year-old man died the day after taking his second shot of the vaccine, though authorities said a causal link has not been identified
A third man has died in Japan after receiving an injection from one of three batches of Moderna vaccines since identified as contaminated, thoug...

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Japanese Minimalist Retailer Muji Launches New Set Of Disaster Preparedness Kits

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SORA NEWS
 
Like all things Muji, minimalism and only having what’s necessary are key here.
Known for its straightforward, simple designs, Muji has transformed beyond a brand of minimalism to a veritable lifestyle.
From sustainable snacks to even houses, it seems like the powerhouse of a retailer...

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Japan's COVID Minister Kono Popular With Voters For PM, May Get Heavyweight Backing

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REUTERS
 
Taro Kono, Japan's minister in charge of fighting COVID-19 and a top choice of voters for Japanese prime minister, may also pick up the backing of a popular ruling party heavyweight in the race for party leader, broadcaster TV Asahi said on Monday.
Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga's shock ...

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Suga's One-Year Term Recalls Japan's Revolving Door Era

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JAPAN TODAY
 
After a year in office, a prime minister declares defeat and resigns. For a while in Japan, it was almost an annual tradition, and some wonder if it's making a comeback.
The catalyst? Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga's shock announcement that he won't contest this month's ruling party ...

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British Aircraft Carrier Queen Elizabeth Makes 1st Port Call In Japan

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JAPAN TODAY
 
British aircraft carrier the Queen Elizabeth made its first port call in Japan on Saturday, aiming to showcase the two countries' defense cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region where China's military has been growing increasingly assertive.
Taking part in a joint exercise since Thur...

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Paralympian, Nurse, Musician: Manami Ito, Japan's Show-Stealing Violinist

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JAPAN TODAY
 
Haunting notes stream from Manami Ito's violin as she gracefully draws her bow back and forth, clasping it with her specially designed prosthetic arm.
The Japanese musician enthralled a nation with her brief but show-stealing performance at the opening ceremony of the Tokyo Paralymp...

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Kunieda Wins Gold In Wheelchair Tennis Singles

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JAPAN TIMES
 
No. 1 seed Shingo Kunieda won his third career gold in the men’s wheelchair tennis singles final at Ariake Tennis Park in Tokyo on Saturday, defeating Tom Egberink of the Netherlands 6-1, 6-2.
Kunieda previously won consecutive gold medals in the event at the 2008 Beijing and 2012 L...

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