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https://www.japantimes.co.jp/business/2026/04/21/economy/scarcity-asia-spread-across-world/
The forces of scarcity hitting Asia may soon spread across the world - The Japan Times
Apr 22, 2026 - Many countries across the region are experiencing sudden jolts of disruption that they are struggling to manage.
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https://www.japantimes.co.jp/culture/2026/03/14/books/kanako-nishi-author-interview/
Author Kanako Nishi is ready for anything — even the world - The Japan Times
Apr 22, 2026 - The beloved writer is finally getting her due as 'Sakura,' her bestselling debut novel, comes out in English 20 years after its original release.
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https://www.japantimes.co.jp/culture/2026/02/26/stage/kishida-prize-theater-japan/
Kishida Prize crowns wordsmiths in the theater world - The Japan Times
Feb 26, 2026 - The 70th iteration of the annual Kunio Kishida Prize for Playwriting announces two winners.
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https://www.japantimes.co.jp/sports/2026/04/20/soccer/japan-soccer-world-cup-darkhorse/
Stars aligning for Japan as World Cup approaches - The Japan Times
Apr 20, 2026 - Japan is hoping to ride a wave of momentum into this summer's World Cup.
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https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/04/17/asia-pacific/politics/xi-jinping-diplomatic-meetings/
Xi welcomes slew of world leaders as Trump fights with allies - The Japan Times
Apr 17, 2026 - Xi has held at least five high-profile tête-à-têtes, despite the lack of any formal gathering in China's capital this week.
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https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/04/01/asia-pacific/politics/taiwain-opposition-leader-china/
World doesn't need crisis over Taiwan, opposition leader says before China trip - The Japan Times
Apr 1, 2026 - Cheng Li-wun, chairwoman of the Kuomintang, said that she is seeking reconciliation, ahead of a six-day trip to China at the invitation of Chinese President Xi...
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