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■Abe, Trump to speed up arrangements for Nov. Japan visit
■U.S. announces new unilateral sanctions on N. Korea
■N. Korean hydrogen bomb-tipped missile could fly over Japan
■Abe to dissolve lower house without policy speech on Sept. 28
■Japan PM Abe calls for global blockade of N. Korea
■Abe, Trump, Moon to affirm unity on N. Korea on U.N. sidelines
■Japan welcomes Trump's rebuke of N. Korea's abduction of Japanese
■Abe to lay out general election plan on Monday
■Toshiba to sell chip unit to Japan-U.S.-S. Korea group for $21 bil.
■Popular anime Sailor Moon's 1st official goods shop to open in Tokyo
■2 dead, 3 missing as typhoon batters Japan archipelago
■Trump's Japan visit eyed for Nov. 5-7, with golf diplomacy with Abe
■Abe eyes dissolving lower house by end of Sept. for Oct. 22 election
■Japan, U.S., India to work together on strategic port development
■Japan urges world to unite on N. Korea after latest missile
■U.S. urges China, Russia to take "direct actions" against N. Korea
■FOCUS: Skepticism growing about effects of pressure on N. Korea
■Chronology of major events related to N. Korea's nuclear program
■Trump says will visit Japan, China, S. Korea in Nov.
■Nissan-Renault-Mitsubishi alliance to roll out 12 new EVs by 2022
■Mazda to make all cars hybrid or EV by 2035
■FOCUS: Behind shinkansen diplomacy, Japan, India seek to counter China
■Trump says hopes to avoid military option on N. Korea
■Apple mulling 50 bil. yen investment in Toshiba chip unit
■Toyo Tire unveils airless tire
■N. Korea nuke yield estimate upgraded to 160 kilotons
■Explosive yield estimate of N. Korea nuclear bomb test may be upgraded
■N. Korea nuclear test adds tension, concern in China's border cities
■N. Korea ready for more missile, nuclear tests: S. Korean spy agency
■Japan, U.S. vow to work closely to tackle N. Korea nuclear test
■Japan seeks China's help to adopt stricter sanctions on N. Korea
■Abe, Moon to seek new, stronger U.N. action after N. Korea nuke test
■Abe to visit Vladivostok for talks with Putin from Wed.
■N. Korea conducts 6th nuclear test, claims H-bomb to be put on ICBM
■Japan condemns N. Korea's 6th nuclear test, calls for int'l action
■Abe, Trump agree to increase pressure on N. Korea after nuclear test
■A-bomb survivors, abductees' kin react to N. Korea nuclear test
■Japan, U.S. to set up working-level talks on trade, infrastructure
■Japan, U.S. defense chiefs agree to press N. Korea in visible manner
■Abe, Trump "completely agree" on next steps over N. Korea
■Japan, Britain to expand security ties amid N. Korea threat
■Japan Defense Ministry seeks record-high budget amid N. Korea threat
■Abe, Trump "completely agree" on next steps over N. Korea
■Abe, May agree to further press N. Korea over "unprecedented" threat
■FOCUS: N. Korea's missile launch over Japan could become new normal
■N. Korea missile launch leaves question in Japan's defense ability
■TPP talks in Sydney end with further negotiation set for Sept.
■Apple joins Bain consortium's last-minute bid for Toshiba chip unit
■N. Korea missile launch over Japan sparks int'l outcry
■FOCUS: N. Korea's missile launch over Japan could become new normal
■TPP negotiators meet in Sydney to advance trade pact after U.S. exit
■N. Korea fires short-range missiles into Sea of Japan
■Japan, Africa confirm importance of maritime rules, eyeing China
■Japan, U.S. vow to boost alliance to deter N. Korea
■Japan to provide $500 mil. for Indo-Pacific maritime security
■Aso plans to meet Pence in Sept. over Japan-U.S. economic issues
■New U.S. envoy Hagerty says alliance with Japan is "ironclad"
■New U.S. envoy says commitment to Japan's security "ironclad"
■U.S. WWII veteran returns Japanese flag to owner's family
■Abe, Trump vow to work to stop N. Korea missile launch at Guam
■Japan marks 72nd anniversary of its surrender in WWII
■70% of major firms expect economic expansion this year: survey
■Hiroshima marks 72nd A-bomb anniversary with eyes on ban treaty
■A-bomb victim's paper crane donated to WWII air base in Utah
■Toyota, Mazda to form capital tie-up for EVs, to open new U.S. plant
■LDP's new policy chief Kishida candidate to succeed Abe
■New defense chief vows to restore public trust after scandal
■Abe Cabinet's support rate rises to 44.4% after reshuffle: poll
■Abe reshuffles Cabinet to boost support, picks Kono as top envoy
■Japan to discuss emergency tariffs on U.S. beef at bilateral dialogue
■Rangers' Darvish dealt to Dodgers, Astros' Aoki to Blue Jays
■Abe, Trump agree to take new action after 2nd N. Korean ICBM
■Small portion of U.S. air base in Okinawa returned
■Japanese fighters, U.S. bombers conduct drill off Korean Peninsula
■Abe stresses 3-way cooperation after N. Korea missile launch
■N. Korea says 2nd ICBM tested, U.S. now within strike range
■New U.S. envoy eager to visit Okinawa to learn about base issues
■U.S. warns Japan's planned tariff hike on U.S. beef would harm ties
■Japan's defense chief Inada resigns over data coverup claims
■Gov't to survey foreign tourists' payments for medical expenses
■Abe Cabinet's support rate falls to 35.8%, lowest for current admin
■Heavy rain hits Aichi, Gifu prefectures, evacuation ordered
■Trump prods Abe to address U.S.-Japan trade imbalance
■Abe, Xi vow to promote leaders' talks for firmer Japan-China ties
■Japan, U.S., S. Korea vow to apply "maximum pressure" on N. Korea
■FOCUS: S. Korea won't let comfort women issue threaten security cooperation
■Death toll rises to 15 as rescue continues in flooded areas of Kyushu
■Rescue efforts continue as heavy rain kills 6 in southwestern Japan
■Japan, U.S., S. Korea eye increased pressure on N. Korea
■Japan, EU seal free trade deal to promote open economy
■Heavy rain hitsKyushu, 7 reported missing as rivers overflow
■N. Korea claims 1st successful test of intercontinental missile
■Japan analyzing N. Korea ICBM launch claim
■Humbled by LDP's rout in Tokyo race, Abe vows to win back trust
■FOCUS: Koike's victory in Tokyo assembly race may shake Abe's power
■Abe, Trump agree to lead pressure on N. Korea at G-20
■Japan's young shogi star sees record win streak snapped
■Defense minister apologizes for referencing SDF in campaigning
■Statue symbolizing comfort women erected in southern U.S.
■Focus: Shogi savior Fujii brings about unprecedented boom
■Toshiba sues Western Digital for blocking chip unit sale
■Defense minister suggests SDF support candidate in Tokyo election
■Opposition demands defense minister quit over SDF remark in stumping
■Air bag maker Takata files for bankruptcy, to sell ops to U.S. rival
■Takata bankruptcy raises concern among suppliers, employees
■FOCUS: Takata's future costs still unclear even after bankruptcy
■Japan's youngest shogi prodigy sets new record with 29th straight win
■Kabuki star meets press after TV personality wife dies at 34
■7 missing as U.S. Navy ship collides with container ship off Japan
■Japan, EU to narrow auto, farm area gaps, eye free trade deal in July
■"Conspiracy" law enacted to punish planning of crimes
■"Conspiracy bill" to be thrust into law through rare Diet tactic
■Crown prince ready to become symbol of state after ascending throne
■Japan high schools hosted record number of overseas students in 2015
■Ivanka Trump fashion brand halted talks on deal with Japan firm
■Nifco to sell Japan Times to PR firm News2u Holdings
■Giant panda cub born in Tokyo zoo for 1st time since 2012
■Japan enacts law to allow 1st abdication of emperor in 200 years
■Rocks containing rare metals found off eastern Japan
■Abe offers conditional cooperation with China's Silk Road initiative
■Japan business leaders question U.S. withdrawal from Paris accord
■Gov't urged by environmentalists to seek U.S. return to Paris deal
■Japan voices regret over U.S. exit from Paris climate accord
■Whistleblower Snowden warns of looming mass surveillance in Japan
■Reporter fired for racist tweet on Sato's Indy 500 win
■Motor racing: Sato becomes 1st Japanese to win Indy 500
■Abe, Trump agree N. Korea warrants pressure, not dialogue
■Trump mulls 1st visit to Japan in Nov.: key transition team member
■Abe's pursuit of 11-party TPP likely to benefit Japan
■Abe, Moon affirm coordination on N. Korea, at odds over wartime issue
■Toyota to use Nvidia's AI technology for self-driving cars
■X Japan's Yoshiki to undergo emergency neck surgery in U.S.
■Japan's economic expansion marks 3rd-longest postwar streak: gov't
■Japan gov't debt swells to record 1,071 tril. yen as of March 31
■Toyota expects operating profit to drop for 2nd consecutive year
■MSDF escorts U.S. Navy ship for 1st time under new security laws
■N. Korea fires ballistic missile tests, vows defiance
■Japan, Russia to send joint experts' group to disputed isles
■Japan-U.S. consortium to bid for Toshiba chip unit
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■Japanese Government Strives to Make Sake Fans
■Interview: Director Yaguchi of "Survival Family"
■New Season in Anderson Gardens
■People in Japanese Samurai Sword Show
■Japanese Language Speech Contest
■“Burning Ice: Methane Hydrate” By Kazuki Imasato
■What is Japanese Craftsmanship? Panel Discussion “On Design and Monozukuri”
■Chicago Okinawa Kenjinkan Celebrates New Year with Traditional Performances
■The Japanese Mutual Aid Society of Chicago Introduces New Programs
■Panelists Discuss Future of Asian Security Landscape
■Kizuna: Tohoku Update, 6 years from Great Earthquake
■Day of Remembrance Event Calls for Open Discussion on Internment Experience
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Anderson Gardens Summer Festival
Students Learn from Ark Technologies
Gov. Rauner, Amb. Schieffer and Japan
The World: Fantasy Novel, Interview with Takahiro Baba & Shinji Orito
Anderson Gardens, Season Opening
Earthquake and Tsunami by Dr. Toshiro Tanimoto
"I am a Monk" Director Makabe Interview
Okinawa Kenjinkai 50th Anniversary
A Presentation: Chicago-Osaka Social Services Exchange
Sono's Journey by Thodos Dance
2015 Autumn Concert with Harpsichord and Violin
Charity Concert for Tohoku Youth Orchestra
Tsuboi Tries to Save Fukushima Children
Japanese Culture Center Exhibition
Charity Concert for Tohoku Youth Orchestra
Symposium U.S.-Japan Relations"
Tensuke Bluefin Tuna Cutting Show
Ambassador Sakaba Speaks about Today s Japan
Takisawa Opens Technical Center
Transformation of East Asia and Japan
Yoko Ono to Bring SKY LANDING to Phoenix Garden in Chicago
Aizumi Speaks about Her Transgender son
Interview: Consul General Toshiyuki Iwado
Japanese Culture Night at Dooley
Day of Remembrance Women Warriors
Positive: Genetic Recombination
2015 Milwaukee Anime Grows Year by Year
Delicious Movies: Tonkatsu, Curry, Ramen
Delicious Movies: Tonkatsu, Curry, Ramen
Curious: The Fifth Seminar by Young Researchers
Taiko Legacy 11 by Tsukasa Taiko
Kakehashi: Okinawa Students in Chicago
Bluefin Tuna Cutting Show at Tensuke Market
Damine Kabuki in the Midwest
Protectorate God Shi-Sa Arrives at Chicago Okinawa Kenjinkai
Nisei Post 1183: 2014-2015 Installation of Officers
Fujima Ryu of Chicago: The 38th Recital
Interview: Kazuo Shimizu of Kikkoman Foods
Konko Church of Chicago, the 5th Anniversary
Rakugo Story in 7 languages: Sanyutei Ryuraku
Yoko Noge Awarded for Kizuna Exhibits
Children Learn by Themselves When Environment is Set
Japanese Language Group of NSBC Celebrates its 60th Anniversary
Ark and Altak Bridge US-Japan Business
Music Teacher Nasu Honored by PM Abe
Miki Kikuta: Bilingual Skating Coach
CJMC Makes a Church Dedication Ceremony
Japanese Summer Festival in Anderson Gardens
The Field Day of Futabakai Saturday School
Washi Exhibit American Made in Japan
Ginza Holiday: Good Old Days of Japan
116 JET Participants Leave for Japan
Nippon Sharyo Meets 100% Buy America Requirement
Food, Taiko Drumming, Bon Dancing at Mitsuwa Festival
Jerry Rich Brings Major GolfTournamen
Natsu Maturi at Buddhist Temple of Chicago
Walk in Chicago: Ambassador Shimanouchi
Sake, Washoku, and Tea: Tasting Event from Japan
When a Peace Tree Blooms by Hideko Tamura
Emergence of Japan and the U.S. on the World Stage: The Columbian Expo
Memorial Day at Montrose Cemetery
Violinist Anne Akiko Meyers at CSO
Raising Global Students Through Japanese Language
Charity Duo Recital by Kanae Tsuruga and Kumiko Nowlan
Curious: Presentations by Young Researchers
Governor
James R. Thompson to receive
The Order of the Rising Sun, Gold and Silver Star
