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Taiwan foreign minister sees growing engagement through unofficial relations
In an exclusive interview, Taipei’s top diplomat says he expects a growing number of representatives from world democracies to visit the island.
Toshiba board accepts JIP buyout proposal, report says
The JIP consortium last month submitted a binding buyout proposal backed by $10.6 billion in loan commitments from major banks.
Yakuza-related police investigations hit three-decade low
Japanese police investigated 9,903 members and associate members of yakuza crime syndicates in 2022, down 1,832 from the previous year.
Official campaigning for nationwide local elections begins in Japan
The election results are likely to determine whether Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will decide to dissolve the Lower House for a snap general election.
Japan’s World Baseball Classic glory spurs fan frenzy at home
Official fan gear for Japan’s star players remains out of stock, with potential buyers reportedly having to wait months.
‘Great Wave’ print sells for $2.76 million, setting new record for Hokusai
The work, formally titled “Under the Wave off Kanagawa,” sold during a live auction featuring Japanese and Korean art at Christie’s auction house.

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