Here are some recent Japan-related news items from the BBC News website.
No more ‘ladies and gentlemen’ on Japan Airlines flights
The airline says it has committed to not discriminate based on sexual orientation or gender identity.
17 hours ago
Japanese actress Yuko Takeuchi found dead at 40
The award-winning actress and mother of two is believed to have taken her own life at the age of 40.
2 days ago
French Open: Dan Evans loses to Kei Nishikori in Paris
Britain’s Dan Evans is still searching for his first French Open win after Japan’s Kei Nishikori edges a tense five-setter in the first round.
2 days ago
NBA stars could miss Tokyo Olympics, says chief Adam Silver
NBA’s best players could miss competing the Tokyo Olympics if the 2020-21 season begins in January.
7 days ago
Yasukuni Shrine: Japan’s ex-PM Abe visits controversial memorial
Shinzo Abe, who last visited the Yasukuni Shrine in 2013, made the trip days after stepping down.
About a week ago
PS5 vs Xbox Series X: How do they compare?
Who will win the console war this Christmas? We take a look at the new Xbox and Playstation.
2 weeks ago
Nintendo 3DS discontinued after almost a decade
With more than 75 million consoles sold, Nintendo is finally letting the 3DS’ battery run out.
2 weeks ago
US Open: Hideki Matsuyama chips in on ‘magic’ green at US Open
Japan’s Hideki Matsuyama holes an incredible chip on a “magic” first green at the US Open at Winged Foot, New York.
About a week ago
PlayStation 5 matches the price of the Xbox Series X
Sony opts not to undercut its rival this time round but instead will rely on exclusives to woo gamers.
2 weeks ago
French Open 2020: Naomi Osaka pulls out with hamstring injury
US Open champion Naomi Osaka pulls out of the French Open, which is scheduled to start on 27 September, with a hamstring injury.
2 weeks ago
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