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モンゴメリー花子 international correspondent @CNN / Formerly: @vice @NHK / IG @hanacocoaa / @AAJA / Ask the right questions

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Some personal news…I’m incredibly excited to announce that I’ve joined CNN as a Tokyo-based international correspondent. I’m honored to join the formidable force that is CNN, where I’ll serve our audience the most important & fascinating news from Japan & the region at large.
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We’re delighted to announce the appointment of Hanako Montgomery as CNN’s new international correspondent, based in Tokyo. Welcome @HanakoMontgome1 !
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Japan has a problem. A problem so big that it can no longer be contained—literally (Hint: It sits in these blue & white tanks). The decisions it makes in the coming months could affect the world’s largest ocean and millions of people. 🧵1/11
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“If it is safe, dump it in Tokyo, test it in Paris, and store it in Washington, but keep our Pacific nuclear-free,” Vanuatu stateswoman Motarilavoa Hilda Lini said, citing the slogan of the Nuclear Free and Independent Pacific movement. 5/11
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Can’t get into the science and politics of it all in a thread, so if you’d like to know more, check out my story: 11/11
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The World’s Dumping Ground for Nuclear Waste Doesn’t Want Fukushima’s Wastewater

Japan’s plan to discharge more than 1,000 tanks of nuclear wastewater into the Pacific has incensed island nations.

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Def not, according to some scientists & Pacific Island nations. These countries have a legacy of being the world’s dumping ground for nuclear waste, having been the site of dozens of nuclear tests in the 50’s & 60’s by Western nations. It’s a legacy they grapple with today. 4/11
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But now, Japan’s running out of space to store the contaminated water. It’s looking to release 1.3 million metric tons of treated wastewater into the Pacific this spring or summer. Sounds reasonable? 3/11
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So what does science say? Well, it’s not clear cut. Some experts claim nuclear waste could enter human food chains & contaminate fish eaten by communities outside Japan. Critics also argue that data from the plant’s operator has been faulty & inconsistent. 6/11
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First, we need to look at what happened almost 12 years ago. A tsunami flooded #Fukushima ’s Daiichi nuclear plant and knocked out its cooling systems. To keep the destroyed reactors from overheating, over a hundred tons of water gets pumped through them daily. 2/11
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Spotted in Shibuya: Japanese convenience chain FamilyMart accepting donations for Taiwan 2024 earthquake disaster relief
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The deadline for Japan’s release of the treated wastewater is fast approaching. But it’s yet to fully convince Pacific Island nations that it’s safe, which threatens to be highly consequential for Japan’s relationship with these countries. 10/11
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Adding to all this is the fact Japan is far from finished decommissioning the plant, and there’s still highly radioactive fuel debris sitting in reactor vessels that need cleaning up. An expert I spoke with has a good analogy about it. 8/11
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Getting concerned about wastewater before the fuel debris is like “worrying about the air freshener in your car & you’re not worrying about the tires,” @DickmanPaul , the @ANS_org ’s external affairs committee chairman, told me. 9/11
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A snippet from our Taylor Swift coverage yesterday. To the Swiftie who gave me this bracelet mid-live: thank you!🥹
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Other experts support Japan’s plan. They note that before Japan even begins to release the wastewater, it’ll test it, dilute it, & get third-party agencies to double check its work. Water that doesn’t meet the legal limit won’t be released. 7/11
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Well, it’s been a rough few weeks but it's come to an end: I’ve been laid off from @VICEWorldNews . Thank you, for everything. It’s been such a rewarding couple of years, being able to work with the most amazing colleagues🤍. Please hire them!! (tagged below)
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Right now, Fukushima police standing between two different types of protestors: those against the wastewater release (with the yellow posters) and those for it (with the Japanese imperial flag)
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BREAKING: Japanese PM Kishida just announced that beginning this Thursday, the country will begin releasing treated radioactive wastewater from the Daiichi nuclear plant into the ocean - if no obstacles and weather permits. We’re here at a protest in front of the PM’s office.
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As a Japanese hapa, so pleased to see this skateboarding podium at the Paris Olympics🙌
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Protest near the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant this morning. TEPCO will begin discharging treated wastewater into the ocean from around 1pm local time today.
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South Korean actor #LeeSunKyun was beloved around the world. The 48 y.o. starred in the movie Parasite and was a household name in his home country. Police confirmed to CNN that Lee was found dead on Wednesday, in what they believe was a suicide. Speaking to @BeckyCNN
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A rally against Russia’s invasion of Ukraine held in front of Tokyo’s Shinjuku station today.
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In Wajima city, Japan, a 7-story building on its side. Rescue operations keep getting interrupted because of the aftershocks.
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Got our hands on Japan’s new bills💸. Japan redesigns its bills every 20 years. These designs have 3D holograms of historical figures to prevent counterfeiting and tactile marks for the visually impaired.
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Today we interviewed Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida one-on-one, ahead of his state visit to Washington this week. Digital write here with the stars ⁦ @simonelmc ⁩ and Junko Ogura. TV piece coming soon🚨
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Japan’s Kishida warns world at ‘historic turning point’ as he touts importance of US alliance | CNN

Spiraling geopolitical tensions have pushed the world to a “historic turning point” and are forcing Japan to change its defense posture, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida told CNN Sunday ahead of...

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Back in Japan now and am finally processing that we won an Emmy! It took months of reporting, the tireless efforts of our wonderful team and the faith of our interviewees for this story to come together. From the bottom of my heart; thank you.
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Live today outside PM Fumio Kishida’s office. 100+ people were also here, protesting Japan’s plan to release the treated wastewater into the ocean.
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Rina Gonoi, 24, who was sexually assaulted while serving in Japan's Ground Self-Defense Force, received an International Women of Courage award at the White House Monday. @judo_gonoi came forward in 2022 about the abuse she faced, leading to massive change in Japan’s military.
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Unintentionally served #barbie energy at the Japanese embassy in D.C. today
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In Nanao city, Ishikawa pref., near the epicenter.
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Spent the past few days filming about sustainable travel in Kyoto🫶Great vibes and food, but I forgot how hot it is in the summer???
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LANDMARK RULING: Japan says it’s unconstitutional to deny marriage to same-sex couples🏳️‍🌈
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In Landmark Ruling, Japan Backs Rights to Same-Sex Marriage

Japan just made its first ruling on marriage equality.

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A 23 y.o. in Tokyo was arrested on suspicion of killing her newborn after giving birth at home. She kept her pregnancy a secret from her family. This article I wrote mentions women like her and how one doctor is trying to expand access to safe births.
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They Come to Give Birth in Secret. They Leave Without Their Babies.

In Japan, a country with restrictive abortion laws, this hospital lets women give birth anonymously and put their babies up for adoption.

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Today we’re discussing Japan slipping to the world’s fourth-largest economy, now behind Germany.
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Every time I fly, I get wild news. Last time, it was about @viceworldnews getting axed. I’m happy to say that on this occasion, the news is much better - our doc was nominated for an Emmy! I can’t thank my mentors & team enough. @KarishmaTV @jlittlemountain @thomson_craig JudyCai
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Studio Ghibli's new film (and Miyazaki's last?!!) is out today. Absolutely no PR / cast reveal / spoilers before release, a deliberate choice by long-time SG producer, Toshio Suzuki. I'll be watching it tonight, very nervous! Can't wait to cry in theaters
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宮崎駿監督『君たちはどう生きるか』 声優や主題歌など明らかに 🎙声 #山時聡真 #菅田将暉 #柴咲コウ #あいみょん #木村佳乃 #木村拓哉 #竹下景子 #風吹ジュン #阿川佐和子 #大竹しのぶ 🎤主題歌 #米津玄師「#地球儀」 🎻音楽 #久石譲 #君たちはどう生きるか #ジブリ新作
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Lots of people, mostly young & some old, out in Tokyo tonight to show their solidarity for protesters in China. Chants of “Xi Jinping, step down” (pls correct me if I'm wrong)
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ICYMI: Reporting for @VICENews on rising female suicides in Japan during the pandemic. Thank you to Hashimoto-san for speaking with me & sharing her story. w/ @KarishmaTV @tony_zy
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Japan Is Facing an Alarming Spike in Female Suicides

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Another jewel in the crown…Miyazaki & Studio Ghibli take home an Oscar tonight for “Boy and the Heron,” which won Best Animated Feature Film.
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Not all pictured here, but counted about 25-30 fire trucks & ambulances driving towards Wajima. That’s where some of the fires broke out on Jan. 1 Some trucks were from Kyoto and Fukuchi.
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The population of Japanese nationals dropped by 861,000 in 2023 to 121.56 mil, marking the largest decline since records began in 1968. It’s also the 15th consecutive year of decline. Meanwhile, the # of foreign residents went up across Japan, surpassing 3 mil for the first time
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And the show has begun!! Join us to ring in 2024💫🎊
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Shohei Ohtani says he’s married💫many in Japan are definitely grieving over “Ohtani loss” He says his wife is Japanese and there’ll be a press conference tomorrow to answer questions!
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I feel like every time there's a global sporting event, "Japanese ppl cleaning up trash" content gets picked up
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Japan fans stay behind to clean up World Cup stadium

Their nation wasn't even playing, but they stayed behind at the match to pick up the rubbish

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This meeting comes as Japan worries about U.S.-Japan relations if Trump wins in November, concerns encapsulated by the phrase “moshi-Tora” (“If Trump”). There’s fear his victory could weaken defense ties or harm the Japanese economy by reintroducing protectionist trade measures.
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MOMENTS AGO at Trump Tower: President Trump greets Taro Aso, the Vice President of the Liberal Democratic Party of Japan and Japan’s Former Prime Minister 🇯🇵
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Japanese billionaire Yusaku Maezawa announced that he filed a lawsuit today against Meta & Facebook JPN. He claims they’ve permitted the unauthorized use of his name & image in ads (lots of fake online investment ads using his image). He’s seeking one yen ($0.0064) in damages.
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Meta社及びFacebook
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In Japan, Oppenheimer made 379 million yen (~2.5 million USD) in box office revenue within the first three days since release on 3/29. 231,000 people went to see it, according to data from Kogyo Tsushin.
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In a press conference held ahead of his 56th birthday, Crown Prince Akishino criticized media coverage of his eldest daughter Mako's wedding & related internet slander. He wished the young couple the best.
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Japanese Ex-Princess’ Dad Defends His Daughter’s Marriage to a Commoner

In a revealing interview, the crown prince spoke candidly about his eldest daughter’s marriage, which stripped her of royal status.

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It's official: Japan's number of islands has more than doubled after the first recount in 36 years. There are now 14,125 islands
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🚨JOURNO JOB ALERT🚨 I'm so very excited to say that we're looking for a field producer to join our Tokyo Bureau. Together, we'll cover all the key, compelling stories out of our patch - come work with me!
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@VICEWorldNews @rachel_cheung1 (HK/China reporter), @pallavipundir (SA reporter), @hellokoyu (SEA reporter), @gav_butler (AUS/SEA/drugs reporter), @alanwongw (APAC managing editor), @AlMcCready1 (SEA editor), @SaharHGhazi (SA editor), @JCGotinga (vertical editor) @natashya_g (APAC EIC)
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A zoo in Ibaraki pref. held a training exercise for workers to practice what to do if a black bear escapes. Naturally, one employee had to play the role of the bear.
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Breaking news: tsunami warning issued for coastal areas near Okinawa, following an earthquake with preliminary magnitude of 7.5 that struck off southwestern Japan.
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On Wednesday, Japan passed a bill to create its own version of the UK’s Disclosure and Barring Service. Once it comes into effect in fiscal 2026, there will be a system in place that bars people with any records of sex crimes from jobs involving contact with children.
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Today marks 5 years since an arson attack on a Kyoto Animation studio killed 36 and injured 32 more. The defendant Shinji Aoba was charged with murder & arson earlier in Jan., after telling police his work was plagiarized and that he used gasoline to set fire to the studio.
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Back from a magical trip in Miyakojima. Miraculously, we had great weather every day - even though we were in the middle of a triple typhoon.
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In Kagoshima for 🎥. Eating all the 🤩 I can find
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When you’ve been doing lives by the sea.
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Biggg earthquake in Tokyo just now
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Heading to DC today to attend #AAJA23 !! Very excited about the convention, but also was blown away by Cathay Pacific’s food - I mean?? (Food photography was never my forte)
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First time eating omakase and I’m just…shook
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Uniqlo's parent company, Fast Retailing, eyes 40% non-Japanese execs and 80% non-Japanese management by 2030, per Nikkei.
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Uniqlo parent aims for 80% of managers to be non-Japanese by fiscal 2030

Fast-fashion retailer steps up overseas recruitment to aid global expansion

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28 years ago today, a magnitude 7.3 earthquake shook Kobe city, killing 6,434 people. This NHK video compares what parts of the city looked like in the direct aftermath and how it's been rebuilt
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阪神・淡路大震災からきょうで28年。 神戸の中心街・三宮の現在と発災直後の映像です。 いまはきれいな町並みも、あの日は倒壊した建物やそのがれきが散乱していました。 #阪神淡路大震災 #nhk_video
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Hi Twitter! I'm in NYC, spending some much needed time with family. I'll be back to (sort of) regular programming from this week👋
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Live from the anti-Olympic protest today in Shinjuku. We started from Tokyo’s Metropolitan govt building. Today is the IOC’s “Olympic Day,” which marks 1 month until the start of the games.
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Jarring colorized photos from WWII. Bunshun published these yesterday to commemorate the 78th anniversary of Japan’s surrender in World War II, or 終戦記念日. Original photos are from “ＡＩとカラー化した写真でよみがえる戦前・戦争 (光文社新書)”
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Today, North Korea said Japanese PM Fumio Kishida wants to meet with its leader Kim Jong Un “as soon as possible.” Kishida, who said he’s not aware of this report, noted today that he’s repeatedly said top-level talks are important to resolve issues b/t the DPRK and Japan.
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We’re in Fukushima now. Visited Ukedo elementary this AM, where you can still see how the school was inundated by the tsunami 12 years ago.
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10 Japanese citizens in Gaza evacuated to Egypt on 11/01, NHK reports, citing Vice Minister for Foreign Affairs Yoichi Fukazawa.
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After weeks of uncertainty, Nagasaki mayor said on Wed. that Israel won’t be invited to the city’s peace ceremony on the Aug. 9 atomic bombing anniversary. He said it’s not political and aims to avoid potential protests amid intl condemnation of Israel’s actions in the war.
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Who’s ringing in the New Year with us🤩🥂 We’ve got some amazing guests this year from all around the world, including J-pop royalty HIKARU UTADA! Tune in this Sunday 10p-1a HK/9a-12p ET to hear our guests & how Utada will celebrate their 25th anniversary as an artist in 2024.
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Today in anti-Olympic Sunday vibes:
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I spoke to the BBC about Julie Fujishima resigned from Johnny and Associates after finally admitting the sexual abuse her uncle committed.
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BBC World Service - Newshour, Japan boyband agency boss resigns over predator's abuse

The sexual abuse had been committed by the agency's late founder, Johnny Kitagawa

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So saddened by the terrible news of Ryuchell's passing. An advocate for LGBTQ rights here in Japan, Ryuchell also helped popularize genderless kei fashion. 27 years old.
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Wrote a fun piece about this cafe in Tokyo that makes sure you meet your writing deadline @TakuyaKawai お世話になりました！！
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This Cafe Won’t Let Me Leave Until I’ve Finished Writing This Article

In this small brick-walled cafe, I was in a race against time—and myself.

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Mos Food Service, the parent company of popular hamburger chain Mos Burger, will still use Johnny & Associates talent in its TV ads - Nikkei. Others—like Asahi, Kirin & Japan Airlines—will drop celebs from the agency bc of the sexual abuse scandal involving Johnny Kitagawa.
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日本経済新聞 電子版（日経電子版）
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モス、ジャニーズタレントのCM起用継続
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BREAKING: Japan ended its negative interest rate policy, marking a historic shift away from a monetary easing program meant to fight deflation.
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For this week's Japan Times Deep Dive podcast, my pal @omhboyd and I spoke about how Japan's poor record of gender equality & the pandemic have contributed to its rising female suicides. Do give it a listen!
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How the pandemic exacerbated Japan's gender inequality

Hanako Montgomery, a reporter for Vice World News in Japan, discusses Japan's poor record on gender equality.

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Here's my piece about Miyazaki's new film for Al Jazeera (don't worry, no spoilers!)
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Excited Japanese fans queue for latest Hayao Miyazaki film

The revered director has said How Do You Live will be his last film, but there has been virtually no publicity.

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Heard it was some kind of season🌸✨💞
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Hanako Montgomery
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About yesterday’s ruling in Japan: this is the first time a higher court ruled that it’s unconstitutional not to recognize same-sex marriages, a historic step. BUT, this is a judicial ruling. Remains to be seen how will affect legalizing same-sex unions in the future.
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Definitely photoshopped (but funny nonetheless)
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BREAKING: Japan's Osaka District Court dismissed same-sex marriage lawsuit. Meaning it ruled that the state's refusal to recognize same-sex marriage doesn't violate the Constitution.
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🚨Breaking news from Japan this morning🚨 Kishida’s been struggling with poor approval ratings for several months now. Last month, his cabinet approval rating was 15.5%. Ruling LDP presidential elections are slated for September, likely towards the end of the month.
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Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has decided not to run in the ruling Liberal Democratic Party's presidential election next month, government sources say. #Japan #KyodoNewsPlus
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Hanako Montgomery
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A young toritetsu (撮り鉄) in the making
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Traveled a few hundred kilometers to see some pretty leaves in Kyoto🍁🍂
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Snippet from today’s anti-olympic protest:
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Hanako Montgomery
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2 years
“It feels like the government is mocking us—they know we exist, but they’re not doing anything to protect us" @07yumi11 on Japan's inability to legalize same-sex marriage. A big thank you to @KENTOINOUE @Sunsup_info @PartnerActTokyo for speaking to me!
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Why Japan Keeps Handing Out Certificates to Gay Couples But Won’t Let Them Get Married

“I feel angry all the time, but I don’t long for marriage anymore because it’s too painful,” LGBTQ activist Soyoka Yamamoto told VICE World News.

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Hanako Montgomery
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1 year
Latest setback in Japan's space efforts: Japan cancelled its plan to launch an H-IIA rocket, which would've carried a moon lander into space, due to bad weather.
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Fun fact: the Ogasawara islands, which are near the volcanoes, are actually a part of Tokyo
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WWII Warships Emerge From the Ocean After a Volcano Erupted in Japan

Recent volcanic eruptions have created some unusual sights.

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Hanako Montgomery
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3 years
Thanks for having me!
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BBC Woman's Hour
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Today Japan’s Princess Mako has married her college sweetheart – Kei Komuro – and given up her royal status. After years of tabloid scrutiny, what is in their future as they move to the US? We discuss with @HanakoMontgome1
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The man, the myth, the legend.
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Why a Japanese Diplomat Folds a Paper Crane Every Day for a Year and Posts it Online

Talk about dedication.

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A whopping 23% of UTokyo's incoming students are women—a record for the school.
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We had a follow up the day after to discuss the sexual abuse allegations made against the new president, Noriyuki Higashiyama. Allegations were first made public in 2005.
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BBC World Service - Newshour, Hong Kong battles flooding from record rains

Hong Kong and southern Chinese cities endure some of their heaviest rainfall on record

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10 years since that devastating day on 3/11. A few weeks ago, VICE visited Fukushima to hear the stories of some returning residents. Many remain hopeful for recovery and work tirelessly to never forget. #東日本大震災から10年
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Japan's Worst Nuclear Disaster Still Haunts Fukushima

Ten years later, the scars of the earthquake and nuclear disaster are still visible in Fukushima, Japan. Today, the population of Fukushima prefecture remain...

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Horrible to see what's happening in South Korea due to extreme weather. President Yoon urged climate crisis action as “This kind of extreme weather event will become commonplace … we must accept climate change is happening, and deal with it," he said.
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At least 37 people have died in South Korea due to flooding and landslides over the past week. Many farms in Cheongyang and Yecheon were flooded, leaving animals trapped in high water. Read more on the floods in South Korea👉
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Wow… catching up on this case after the US-Japan summit frenzy... Ippei Mizuhara, the former interpreter for Shohei Ohtani, is facing a federal charge of bank fraud. He allegedly stole more than $16 million from Ohtani, a US attorney said on Thursday.
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‘Fraud on a massive scale’: Baseball star Shohei Ohtani’s ex-interpreter faces federal charge after...

Ippei Mizuhara, a former interpreter for baseball superstar Shohei Ohtani, faces a federal charge of bank fraud after allegedly stealing more than $16 million from Ohtani, a US attorney in Los...

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After a 2-year review, IAEA says Japan's plan to release treated radioactive wastewater from Fukushima plant is safe.
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Hanako Montgomery
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Flying to the US during Omicron: Woke up at 5:30am to take a PCR test at Haneda, went to Narita where my flight actually departs from, learned I didn't have the right PCR test for Amer. Airlines (u need the RT-PCR, not PCR) then took another test that cost me $440. All before 10.
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BREAKING: Niece of J-Pop mogul Johnny Kitagawa resigns over allegations that her uncle sexually abused recruits for decades. At the press conference, she announced Johnny & Associates will be providing compensation to victims.
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ジャニーズ事務所が会見　性加害事実認め謝罪　東山紀之新社長に就任（2023年9月7日）

ジャニーズ事務所の故ジャニー喜多川氏による性加害問題を巡り、同事務所は7日午後2時から記者会見を開き、今後の対応について説明する。同事務所が設置した「外部専門家による再発防止特別チーム」は先月29日に調査結果報告書を公表し、ジャニー氏が長期間にわたり性加害を繰り返していた事実を認定した。また代表取締役社長の藤島ジ...

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Flitted about Europe for two weeks on vacation; miraculously didn’t catch COVID. Ate a bowl of ramen upon returning to Tokyo; threw up three times. Such is the life of a Jiro ramen lover.
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