Here are some recent Japan-related news items from the BBC News website.
Japanese billionaire seeks eight people to fly to moon
Yusaku Maezawa says he will pay for the entire trip, so those who come onboard will fly for free.
6 hours ago
The couples accused of destroying Japan’s families
An archaic Japanese law requires married couples to adopt the same surname, but many are asking why.
8 hours ago
Tokyo 2020: Organisers boost number of women on board
The games’ organising committee aims to have women make up 40% of its board members.
15 hours ago
Carlos Ghosn: US father and son extradited to Japan
The two allegedly helped the ex-Nissan boss escape Japan while he was on bail for financial crimes.
Yesterday
Covid: Japan asks China to stop anal tests on its citizens
Some Japanese citizens have said the tests for Covid-19 caused them “psychological distress”.
Yesterday
Japan gender equality minister opposes change on separate spouse surnames
Japan’s Tamayo Marukawa signs a document opposing a move for separate surnames for married couples.
5 days ago
Pokémon at 25: Rare cards trade for big money
Rare cards based on the popular Japanese video game and cartoons are regularly fetching six figures.
5 days ago
Tokyo 2020: Great Britain Sevens sides put on equal pay scheme
Great Britain’s men’s and women’s Olympic Sevens squads will be on the same pay structure, with two initial training squads named on Friday.
5 days ago
Nissan: Hundreds furloughed over parts shortage
Late-shift work on one assembly line in Sunderland will be suspended for one week, the firm says.
7 days ago
PSVR2: Sony announces ‘improved’ PlayStation VR for PS5
The games giant says PSVR2 will feature a less-cluttered set-up and numerous visual improvements.
8 days ago
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