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Japan marks 75th anniversary of Hiroshima atomic bomb with ceremony

People in Japan are taking a moment to pause and remember the victims of the catastrophic event.

06/08/2020

Japan

In photographs: Japan after nuclear attacks 75 years ago (interactive)

A selection of archive photographs reveals the scale of devastation in Hiroshima and Nagasaki after nuclear attacks in 1945

06/08/2020

Japan

Japan marks 75 years since Hiroshima and Nagasaki atomic bomb attacks

Here is how events unfolded and the pleas of the ageing survivors for a nuclear bomb ban.

06/08/2020

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'Model' customers keep Tokyo diners socially distanced

The coronavirus pandemic might have left many restaurants empty, but one establishment in Tokyo is relying on some model customers to enforce social distancing

29/07/2020

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Universal Studios Japan fully reopens after coronavirus restrictions

Universal Studios in Osaka began reopening in June but only to people living in the local region. Now anyone can visit, including people from the capital Tokyo, where coronavirus cases have been rising.

20/07/2020

Japan

Japan accuses China of 'disinformation' over coronavirus outbreak

Japan has accused China of "disinformation" about the coronavirus and expressed "deep concern" about its claims in the South China Sea and the disputed Senkaku islands.

14/07/2020

Spotlight

Olympic and Paralympic Games giving Japan a recovery boost

In partnership with The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan

In this episode of Spotlight, Euronews’ Charlotte Kan finds out why next summer’s Olympic and Paralympic Games in Tokyo is being called Japan’s ‘Reconstruction Games’.

13/07/2020

Japan

COVID-19: Dozens of US marines in suspected outbreak at Japan bases

Authorities on Okinawa have demanded that the US military release the real number of cases at its military bases on the Japanese island, further exascerbating local tensions.

11/07/2020

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Dozens killed by floods in southern Japan

Some people are believed to have ignored evacuation advice amid fears they would catch COVID-19 in emergency shelters.

06/07/2020

Japan

Over 60 dead after floods and mudslides in Japan

Pictures reveal a dire situation in southern Japan, where at least 66 people have died in floodwaters and mudslides.

06/07/2020

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Japan: Dozens dead, missing in floods

The authorities have ordered the evacuation of more than 200,000 people, and 10,000 soldiers are being sent to help rescuers.

05/07/2020

Spotlight

Welcoming the world: Japan's Olympic Host Towns

In partnership with The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan

Spotlight takes a look at the cities and towns across Japan fostering cultural exchanges with the rest of the world.

29/06/2020

Japan

Judo Values: politeness

In partnership with IJF

In this episode of Judo Values, three judokas past and present talk about the principle of politeness and why it is so integral both in competition and life.

26/06/2020

Japan

Judo Values: the art of self-control

In partnership with IJF

Judo Values examines the vital role of self-control.

19/06/2020

Spotlight

Japan's Paralympic Games aim to leave lasting legacy

In partnership with The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan

Spotlight explores the efforts being made in Japan to ensure the Paralympics have a lasting impact for those living with a disability.

15/06/2020

Japan

Judo Values: the importance of honour

In partnership with IJF

In this episode of Judo Values three of the sport's stars explain why honour is so important.

12/06/2020

Japan

Modesty: "Judo is a sport with a moral code and it will help you greatly in life"

In partnership with IJF

Judo Values talks to three Judokas about the importance of modesty.

05/06/2020

Japan

Judo Values: Courage

In partnership with IJF

Judo demands skill but also fearlessness and determination to compete. In this episode of Judo Values we focus on the core value of courage.

22/05/2020

Japan

Judo Values: it all comes down to respect

In partnership with IJF

In this episode of Judo Values we talk to three of the sport's stars about the core value of respect and why it is so integral to the martial art.

15/05/2020

Sport

Postponed Tokyo Olympics could be 'scrapped' if 2021 date doesn't work

Health experts have cast doubt on whether the Games could be held next summer without a vaccine or effective drugs to treat Covid-19 being found.

29/04/2020

Japan

Japanese cities empty after government toughens coronavirus measures

Police have been out in force on the streets of the Japanese capital to ensure people comply with toughened new measures against the spread of coronavirus.

13/04/2020

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Robots attend graduation in place of students at Japanese university

Virtual tech solutions are on the rise as coronavirus prevents students from travelling to their graduation ceremony.

07/04/2020

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Tokyo snow: Authorities hope snow will help keep Japanese at home

A low pressure system and a cold air mass brought unseasonal snow to Tokyo on Sunday.

29/03/2020

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Olympic flame on display in Japan despite postponement of Tokyo 2020

Tokyo 2020 was put back amid the coronavirus outbreak. But that hasn't stopped the Olympic flame going on a tour of Japan.

25/03/2020

Japan

Coronavirus: Olympic flame begins its lonely journey in northern Japan

It could be a very short event — or the longest if it runs into 2021.

24/03/2020

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Japanese go out en masse to celebrate cherry blossom season

When the cherry trees come into bloom, the festival of hanami is celebrated in Japan

23/03/2020