TBS’s daily evening news program “News 23” carried a five-minute report on Tuesday on its one-on-one interview with Ambassador Emanuel conducted at the Ambassador’s Residence earlier in the day. The program said that since assuming his post one year ago, the Ambassador has been tweeting actively about his work as well as his private life, including his train rides in….Read more
Interviews with Ambassador Emanuel on one-year anniversary at post
- February 1, 2023
- , Mainichi , TBS
- JMH Summary
- Ambassador Emanuel
Japan, NATO confirm intention to strengthen cooperation
All national dailies reported that Prime Minister Kishida met with visiting NATO Secretary General Stoltenberg at the Kantei on Tuesday. In a joint statement released after the meeting, the two leaders condemned Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and expressed “concern” that military cooperation between Russia and China is expanding. They also reportedly stated that “the security of the Euro-Atlantic and the….Read more
- February 1, 2023
- , All national papers
- JMH Summary
- China, Russia, Kishida Fumio, NATO
Kishida says Japan will not rule out attacking enemy bases when enemy fighters fly to Japan
Nikkei and Yomiuri reported that Prime Minister Kishida hinted at the possibility of the SDF attacking enemy bases if an enemy sends its fighters to Japan. During a Lower House Budget Committee meeting on Tuesday, the premier reportedly said: “We have to act realistically while closely examining whether counterstrike capabilities are the only option left.” The premier made the comment….Read more
- February 1, 2023
- , Yomiuri, Nikkei
- JMH Summary
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Prime minister’s schedule on Jan. 31, 2023
- February 1, 2023
- , Sankei , p. 4
Editorial: Japan PM Kishida must squarely explain reason for defense budget increase
- January 31, 2023
- , The Mainichi
LDP’s Hagiuda hopes to select Abe faction leader within a year of Abe’s death
- February 1, 2023
- , Asahi, Yomiuri, Nikkei, Sankei
Former Defense Minister Kishi to submit resignation as early as Feb. 3
- February 1, 2023
- , Sankei
Kishida defends his son’s purchase of souvenirs for cabinet members
- January 31, 2023
- , NHK
Prime minister’s schedule on Jan. 30, 2023
- January 31, 2023
- , Sankei , p. 5
LDP endorses funding bill on defense spending increase
- February 1, 2023
- , Nikkei , p. 4
Japan starts restricting use of security-linked land
- February 1, 2023
- , Jiji Press , 12:48 a.m.
Japan to discuss strengthening ways to combat PFAS pollution
- January 31, 2023
- , The Asahi Shimbun , 5:01 p.m.
Opinion: Smooth transition of command in contingencies must be ensured
- January 25, 2023
- , Nikkei , p. 4
GOJ sets up preparatory office on cyber security
- February 1, 2023
- , All national papers
Kishida hints at use of standoff missiles against enemy bases if enemy fighters fly to Japan
- January 31, 2023
- , Kyodo
Editorial: 2 years of iron-fisted rule worsens political, diplomatic, economic woes
- February 1, 2023
- , The Japan News , 12:00 p.m.
Japan, Qatar agree to strengthen cooperation
- February 1, 2023
- , Yomiuri
Senior Japanese, ROK diplomats affirm three-way coordination with U.S. to deter DPRK
- January 31, 2023
- , NHK digital
Visa-free isle trip accord with Japan valid: Russian Ministry
- January 31, 2023
- , Jiji Press , 12:57 p.m.
Can South Korea and Japan repair their strained relationship?
- January 29, 2023
- , The Japan Times
Gov’t panel says building offshore wind farms in EEZ possible
- February 1, 2023
- , Yomiuri , p. 4
Toyoda Akio expresses intent to step down as head of JAMA
- January 31, 2023
- , Yomiuri , p. 7
Offshore wind power next big thing in Japan’s green push?
- February 1, 2023
- , The Asahi Shimbun , 7:10 a.m.
Japan’s Eneos draws closer to shipping hydrogen via oil tankers
- January 31, 2023
- , Nikkei Asia , 05:18 a.m.
Japan seeks more industrial rooftop solar with rate incentive
- January 31, 2023
- , Nikkei Asia , 07:26 a.m.
Panasonic invests in EV battery plant in U.S.
- January 31, 2023
- , NIKKEI Business Daily , p. 3
INTERVIEW: Takeshi Hakamada: Japanese space startup’s strength lies in its makeup
- February 1, 2023
- , The Asahi Shimbun , 7:00 a.m.
AIST to establish R&D facility for quantum computing in spring
- January 29, 2023
- , Nikkei , p. 5
Gov’t food safety commission to start research on health damage caused by PFOS, PFAS
- January 28, 2023
- , Mainichi , p. 23
Cartoon: A new national holiday?
- January 29, 2023
- , Tokyo Shimbun , p. 1
Metaverse increasingly being used for education in Hiroshima
- January 30, 2023
- , The Japan Times
American professional skier killed in avalanche in Nagano
- January 31, 2023
- , TV Asahi
Kishida walks back comment on ‘reskilling’ during maternity leave
- January 30, 2023
- , Nikkei Asia , 10:41 p.m.
GOJ to strengthen measures against PFAS contamination
- January 31, 2023
- , Asahi
Tokyo’s net population inflow increases for first time in three years
- January 31, 2023
- , All national papers
2 skiers caught in avalanche in Nagano found dead
- January 31, 2023
- , Kyodo News , 1:39 a.m.
2 foreigners feared unconscious after avalanche in Nagano
- January 29, 2023
- , Jiji Press , 11:15 p.m.
78% urge election before tax hikes to cover Japan defense budget rise, Kyodo News poll
- January 29, 2023
- , Kyodo News , 8:37 p.m.
Kyodo News opinion poll & results from Tokyo Shimbun
- January 30, 2023
- , Tokyo Shimbun , p. 6
63% say snap election should be held prior to defense-related tax hike, Nikkei poll
- January 30, 2023
- , Nikkei , p. 2
Ambassador Emanuel visits Holocaust memorial in Fukuyama
- January 28, 2023
- , Asahi , NHK digital
