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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.

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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.

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.

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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.

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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.

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.

Japan

Judo Values: the art of self-control

In partnership with IJF

Judo Values examines the vital role of self-control.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

USA

US authorities arrest two men accused of helping Ghosn flee Japan

The two men are wanted by japan on charges they helped ex-Nissan boss Carlos Ghosn escape the country in a box in December.

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.

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.

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.

World

‘Kokoro’ is celebrity chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s secret ingredient

Chef Nobu Matsuhisa is arguably one of the most famous global names associated with high-end, innovative Japanese cuisine.

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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.

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.

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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

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Coronavirus fears leave Olympic torch plane virtually empty

Tokyo 2020 officials did not fly to Athens to fetch the Olympic torch amid fears around coronavirus.