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The dissolution of the Japan’s ‘cult’ Unification Church
Under the Radar The church, whose links to former prime minister Shinzo Abe were at the heart of his assassination, will be forced to return ‘coercive’ donations
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The best war movies of the 21st century
War is hell. For most people, these eight extraordinary films will be as close as they ever get to it.
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A thrilling foodie city in northern Japan
The Week Recommends The food scene here is ‘unspoilt’ and ‘fun’
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Samurai: a ‘blockbuster’ display of Japanese heritage
The Week Recommends British Museum show offers a ‘scintillating journey’ through ‘a world of gore, power and artistic beauty’
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Japan’s Takaichi cements power with snap election win
Speed Read President Donald Trump congratulated the conservative prime minister
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Why quitting your job is so difficult in Japan
Under the Radar Reluctance to change job and rise of ‘proxy quitters’ is a reaction to Japan’s ‘rigid’ labour market – but there are signs of change
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15 years after Fukushima, is Japan right to restart its reactors?
Today’s Big Question Balancing safety fears against energy needs
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In Okinawa, experience the more tranquil side of Japan
The Week Recommends Find serenity on land and in the sea
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Why Saudi Arabia is muscling in on the world of anime
Under the Radar The anime industry is the latest focus of the kingdom’s ‘soft power’ portfolio
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Japan’s Princess Aiko is a national star. Her fans want even more.
IN THE SPOTLIGHT Fresh off her first solo state visit to Laos, Princess Aiko has become the face of a Japanese royal family facing 21st-century obsolescence
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‘Latinos bring a wealth of knowledge and cultural connection to the ocean’
Instant Opinion Opinion, comment and editorials of the day
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A dreamy skiing adventure in Niseko
The Week Recommends Light, deep, dry snow and soothing hot springs are drawing skiers to Japan’s northernmost island
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Why are China and Japan fighting over Taiwan?
Today's Big Question Comments on Taiwan draw Beijing's rebuke
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A ‘golden age’ of nuclear power
The Explainer The government is promising to ‘fire up nuclear power’. Why, and how?
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