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  • OPINION

    International challenges demand action

    Oped, Published on 18/04/2024

    » It's not often an American ally addresses the US Congress, but when they do, it's time to listen. That was the case on April 12 when Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida spoke before a joint session of Congress in Washington to both thank America for its post-war friendship and to reaffirm the continuing political and strategic partnership between Japan and the US.

  • OPINION

    Asean juggles triangular power game

    Oped, Kavi Chongkittavorn, Published on 09/04/2024

    » A rising China, a trusted Japan, and a declining America are three cogs dictating the global geopolitical landscape in Southeast Asia in the months, if not years, to come. Amidst intensifying geopolitics, Asean is in a position where this could either be a blessing or a curse.

  • OPINION

    Why don't Japanese give to charity?

    Oped, Koichi Hamada, Published on 06/04/2024

    » On Jan 1, as Japan celebrated the new year, a 7.5-magnitude earthquake struck the Noto Peninsula, causing buildings to crumble, forcing mass evacuations, and leading to more than 200 deaths. But in the wake of the tragedy, something beautiful happened: an outpouring of support by philanthropic organisations and individuals, including support from beyond Japan's borders. More than 140,000 people donated US$5 million (183.7 million baht) through the Nippon Foundation alone.

  • WORLD

    Japan's Space One Kairos rocket explodes on inaugural flight

    Reuters, Published on 13/03/2024

    » TOKYO - Japan's Space One's small, solid-fuelled Kairos rocket exploded shortly after its inaugural launch on Wednesday as the firm tried to become the first Japanese company to put a satellite in orbit.

  • OPINION

    Japan ranks 'number four' as fortunes wane

    Oped, Published on 07/03/2024

    » Harvard Professor Ezra Vogel's 1979 book, Japan as Number One: Lessons for America, became an instant bestseller in Japan. The flattering title certainly helped sales, but it was the book's central argument -- that the Japanese approach to governance and business were superior to others -- that really made a splash.

  • LIFE

    MRT art exhibition pays homage to our feline friends

    Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 29/01/2024

    » Cat lovers may find delight in visiting MRT Phahon Yothin Station where a new art exhibition titled "The Untold Adventure Of Meow" will be showcased from tomorrow until May 15. Supported by Bangkok Metro Networks Limited (BMN) and Bangkok Expressway and Metro (BEM), the exhibition featuring felines centre-stage was created by various artists.

  • LIFE

    Guru's Weekly Buzz: Jan 19-25

    Guru, Published on 19/01/2024

    » Guru by Bangkok Post's pick of the most exciting products, activities, food and travel to indulge in.

  • WORLD

    Three Japanese ministers resign over kickbacks scandal

    AFP, Published on 14/12/2023

    » TOKYO - Three Japanese government ministers tendered their resignations on Thursday over a major corruption scandal in the ruling party.

  • WORLD

    World's oldest beauty adviser sitting pretty

    AFP, Published on 21/11/2023

    » FUKUSHIMA (JAPAN) - Tomoko Horino's neighbours gossiped when she first went out to work in patriarchal 1960s Japan, but now, at age 100, the world's oldest beauty adviser is having the last laugh.

  • WORLD

    Japan's ever-faithful dog turns 100

    AFP, Published on 09/11/2023

    » TOKYO - In the hurly-burly outside one of Tokyo's main train stations stands a statue of a dog whose true story of loyalty has made him a beloved mascot for generations.

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