Japan on Thursday marked the 30th anniversary of the nerve gas attack on the subway system in Tokyo by the AUM Shinrikyo cult, considered one of the worst terror attacks in the country's postwar history.
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This page is an archive of main headlines from Japan for 20.03.2025.
It displays 30 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
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โจThe 30th anniversary of the Tokyo subway sarin attack commanded significant coverage throughout the day, with multiple outlets examining the lasting impact of Japan's worst post-war terrorist incident and noting that AUM's successor groups continue targeting youth. Economic reporting highlighted SoftBank's trillion-yen planned acquisition of semiconductor designer Ampere and NVIDIA's expanding economic ecosystem of 400 companies, signaling intensifying competition in the AI semiconductor space.
The afternoon brought a rare moment of national pride as Japan defeated Bahrain to become the first non-host nation to clinch a spot in the 2026 World Cup. International developments included Trump-Zelenskyy pledges to end the Ukraine war, Hamas counterattacks against Israel, and Indonesia granting its military expanded governmental powers. The day concluded with reports that Zimbabwe's Kirsty Coventry would become the first female and first African IOC president, with Japan's candidate unsuccessful.
The afternoon brought a rare moment of national pride as Japan defeated Bahrain to become the first non-host nation to clinch a spot in the 2026 World Cup. International developments included Trump-Zelenskyy pledges to end the Ukraine war, Hamas counterattacks against Israel, and Indonesia granting its military expanded governmental powers. The day concluded with reports that Zimbabwe's Kirsty Coventry would become the first female and first African IOC president, with Japan's candidate unsuccessful.
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Policy response to rising unemployment could make or break deflation fight
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02:25โขTokyo Sarin Attack 30th Anniversary
โจThe newspapers report on the 30th anniversary of the 1995 Tokyo subway sarin attack by the AUM Shinrikyo cult, marked as one of Japan's worst postwar terror attacks (Kyodo News English). Earlier coverage noted that the attack was relatively improvised and that successors to the cult continue to attract young followers (Japan Business Press, Yahoo News Japan). Economic concerns dominate other headlines, with focus on challenges facing both the U.S. Federal Reserve's monetary policy (Nikkei Shimbun) and China's deepening employment worries amid Trump's tariff hikes and increasing automation (Nikkei Asia).
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05:01โขTrump-Zelenskyy Call Pledges Ukraine War End
โจThe newspapers report on international developments as Trump and Zelenskyy pledged in a phone call to work toward ending the Ukraine war (The Japan Times). U.S. media indicates Washington is considering halting the strengthening of U.S. forces in Japan (Yahoo News Japan). Economic coverage continues with analysis of the U.S. economy at a turning point, presenting challenges for the Federal Reserve regarding both prices and growth (Nikkei Shimbun). This occurs alongside yesterday's coverage of the 30th anniversary of the Tokyo subway sarin attack and concerns about China's unemployment amid increased tariffs and automation.
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Academics and rights activists fear backsliding on civilian control
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Yahoo! Japan
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07:37โขSoftBank Plans Trillion-Yen Ampere Acquisition
โจThe newspapers report on SoftBank Group's planned trillion-yen acquisition of American semiconductor design company Ampere (Nikkei Shimbun). Political coverage focuses on possible shifts in Japanese politics with attention on Tamaki (Yahoo News Japan), while international reporting highlights Indonesia's parliament granting the military a larger governmental role, raising concerns about civilian control erosion (Nikkei Asia). These developments occur alongside continuing coverage of Trump and Zelenskyy's pledge to work toward ending the Ukraine war (Japan Times) and the 30th anniversary of the Tokyo subway sarin attack (Kyodo News, Japan Business Press).
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U.S.-China trade war, government sway over private sector fuel skeptics
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10:33โขSarin Attack Anniversary Remembered Three Decades Later
โจThe newspapers report on the 30th anniversary of the 1995 Tokyo subway sarin attack by Aum Shinrikyo, marked as one of Japan's worst postwar terror attacks (The Japan Times, Kyodo News, Japan Business Press). In economic news, coverage focuses on Nvidia's growing influence with 400 companies in its economic sphere showcasing robots and vehicles, indicating expanding AI dominance (Nikkei Shimbun). International reporting highlights protests in Israel against the prime minister (Yahoo News Japan) and foreign investors reassessing their bearish stance on Chinese equities (Nikkei Asia). Environmental discussions include new decarbonization lifestyles and potential additions to the SDGs framework (Huffington Post Japan).
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Partnership would mark major milestone for iPhone maker's auto ambitions
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Japan became the first non-host nation to clinch a 2026 World Cup berth after beating Bahrain 2-0 at home through goals from Daichi Kamada and Takefusa Kubo on Thursday in the Asian final-round qualifiers, reaching the tournament for the eighth straight time.
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12:47โขJapan First To Clinch 2026 World Cup Spot
โจThe newspapers report on Japan's national football team qualifying for the 2026 World Cup, becoming the first non-host nation to secure a berth after defeating Bahrain 2-0 (Kyodo News English). In business news, Foxconn is reportedly finalizing an electric vehicle collaboration with Mitsubishi Motors (Nikkei Asia), while NVIDIA continues expanding its AI semiconductor influence beyond data centers (Nikkei Shimbun). International coverage focuses on Hamas launching counterattacks against Israel (Yahoo News Japan), alongside ongoing coverage of sustainable development initiatives (Huffington Post Japan) and the 30th anniversary of the Tokyo subway sarin attack (The Japan Times).
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15:50โขFirst Female IOC President Makes History
โจThe newspapers report on a historic leadership change at the International Olympic Committee, with Zimbabwean Kirsty Coventry elected as the first female IOC president, marking the first time in 130 years a woman will lead the organization (Nikkei Shimbun). This election also represents the first non-European/American president in IOC history. Japanese candidate Morinari Watanabe was unsuccessful in his bid. Meanwhile, earlier reporting continues on Japan qualifying for the 2026 World Cup (Kyodo News), the Foxconn-Mitsubishi EV partnership (Nikkei Asia), and the sarin attack anniversary (Japan Times).
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U.S. designation as 'sensitive country' has government, exporters on edge
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21:36โขSarin Attack Memories Surface Three Decades Later
โจThe newspapers report on the 30th anniversary of the Tokyo subway sarin gas attack, with current coverage focusing on staff perspectives on the chaos from that day (Yahoo News Japan, Japan Times). Environmental news highlights JERA's plans to halt coal power plants during spring and autumn starting in 2026 as part of decarbonization efforts (Nikkei Shimbun), alongside discussions about new sustainable lifestyles (Huffington Post Japan). International coverage addresses Trump's tariff policies affecting South Korea amid its political power vacuum (Nikkei Asia) and America's shifting approach to Ukrainian peace negotiations and global trade (Japan Business Press).
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Leader Yunus faces law and order issues, dwindling investment, calls for election road map
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Japan became the first non-host nation to clinch a 2026 World Cup berth after beating Bahrain 2-0 at home through goals from Daichi Kamada and Takefusa Kubo on Thursday in the Asian final-round qualifiers, reaching the tournament for the eighth straight time.
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