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Tokyo governor declares victory after exit polls predict her re-election
The vote was also seen as a test for Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s governing party, which supports Yuriko Koike.
May Day rallies across Asia and Europe call for improved workers’ rights
Events on May 1 also give many an opportunity to air general economic grievances or political demands.
British Army veteran who fought against Japan visits Tokyo’s national cemetery
Richard Day, 97, laid flowers at the tomb of the Unknown Soldier in a memorial ceremony to stress the importance of reconciliation.
Marathon runners on why autumn is the best time to start running
Always fancied yourself a runner, but never known when to start? Now is the perfect time, writes Imy Brighty Potts.
Fukushima nuclear plant begins releasing radioactive wastewater into the sea
In response to the release, Chinese customs authorities banned seafood from Japan, customs authorities announced.
Why flying solo this autumn could be your biggest adventure to date
Once challenging and expensive, single person travel is a booming trend, says Sarah Marshall.
Harry hails power of sport as Invictus champion thanks him for ‘saving my life’
The Duke of Sussex has travelled to Japan from his home in California, ahead of the Sentebale ISPS Handa Polo Cup in Singapore at the weekend.
Japanese court sentences ‘Joker’ to 23 years for Halloween stab attack on train
Kyota Hattori, 26, was found guilty of attempted murder for stabbing and seriously injuring a male passenger in his 70s.
Four injured after building explosion in Tokyo
Two pedestrians were hit by shards of glass.