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The long, humble history of the umbrella

From ancient courts to Meiji streets, the umbrella shelters commerce, faith, folly and fragile human longing.

Japan Times 1976: Bomb explosion in Sapporo claims 2 lives, injures 85

A note left after the terrorist attack at a government building cited "imperialists" as the target.

Adnoc boss and UAE minister Al Jaber meets Sanae Takaichi

"While your energy security continues to be our priority, we will not be able to do much if there is any distortion in the Strait of Hormuz,” Al Jaber said.

3,827 teacher positions unfilled across Japan: 2025 survey

The figure jumped from 2,065 in the previous survey four years earlier, reflecting the country's worsening teacher shortage.

Japan, UAE Conclude Free Trade Negotiations

Japan PM Takaichi Condemns Iran's Retaliation

Wage Hike Demands in 2026 "Shunto" Average 5.94 Pct

Akazawa Leaves for U.S. for Investment Talks

Kairos No. 3 Rocket Launch Ends in Failure

Japan Eyeing Legalizing Use of Original Surnames Alone

Japan Ruling Bloc Drops Plan to Hold Diet Budget Debate Sat.

10 Pct of Japan Workers Want to Work Longer: Govt Survey