Colorful, transparent toilets come to Tokyo
The idea of using a public bathroom with see-through walls may sound like the stuff of nightmares. But a famous Japanese architect is hoping to change that view. Lucy Craft reports.
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You often hear about people “taking the plunge,” but rarely do you see anyone do it with the stamina of the woman Lucy Craft found hard at work in the waters off Japan
You often hear about people “taking the plunge,” but rarely do you see anyone do it with the stamina of the woman Lucy Craft found hard at work in the waters off Japan.
Tokyo COVID cases hit new high; city to launch its own "CDC"
A third of the infections originated in the bustling Shinjuku Ward — a district that has become practically synonymous with viral transmission.
Japanese network apologizes for "offensive" video about race in U.S.
Public broadcaster NHK admits a "lack of consideration" went into producing its video explaining the ongoing protests in America.
New virus cases hit pro sports as Japan tries to rebound
Tokyo's favorite pro baseball team scuttles practice games 1 day after resuming; soccer club's training grinds to a halt and sumo stays side-lined.
Japan enters a new era under Emperor Naruhito
CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer reports from Tokyo as a new emperor takes the reins after the first imperial abdication in the country in 200 years.
Trump visits Japan as tensions with Iran grow
President Trump is in Japan for high-stakes talks about trade with the U.S. and other key issues. Air Force One landed in Tokyo Saturday for the start of a four-day visit for Mr. Trump and the first lady. There is a deep uneasiness between the U.S. and Japan after the president threatened to impose stiff tariffs on Japanese cars and parts. Ben Tracy reports.
President Trump in Japan for state visit
Mr. Trump arrived in Tokyo on Saturday for a state visit. He will be the first world leader to meet Emperor Naruhito. Weijia Jiang has the story.
Trump's first full day in Japan
Donald Trump spent his first full day in Japan golfing and attending a sumo championship with his Japanese counterpart, Shinzo Abe. The president also tweeted about North Korea’s missile launch, praising Kim Jong Un. Weijia Jiang reports.
Next generation leaders call to action
A panel from the 2019 Women Political Leaders Summit hosted in Tokyo, Japan, entitled "Next generation leaders, call to action" includes a discussion about the #Girl2Leader initiative launched by Women Political Leaders (WPL), which aims to socially empower girls around the world.
WPL Summit closing remarks
Watch the closing remarks wrapping up the 2019 Women Political Leaders Summit in Tokyo, Japan.
Q&A: Advancing tomorrow's leaders
A question and answer session at the 2019 Women Political Leaders Summit in Tokyo, Japan, with Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka, the executive director of UN Women.
Power company execs cleared in Fukushima case
The ex-chairman and two other former executives of a Japanese power company have been cleared of criminal negligence in the 2011 Fukushima nuclear disaster. CBS News' Lucy Craft brings us the details from Tokyo.
Japan boosts defense spending after N. Korea threat
Japan plans to spend $50 billion on defense next year in response to threats from North Korea. Lucy Craft from CBS News in Tokyo, Japan, tells us more on what this means and why Japan is concerned.
Earthquake strikes Tokyo as typhoon hits
A magnitude 5.7 earthquake was felt throughout Tokyo overnight just as Typhoon Hagibis, the largest storm to hit Japan in over half a century, made landfall as a Category 2 storm west of Tokyo. Ramy Inocencio reports.
WNBA players on new contract
U.S. women's basketball team players have negotiated a new WNBA contract to raise their salaries. WNBA and four-time Olympic gold medalists Sue Bird and Diana Taurasi join "CBS This Morning" to discuss how the new contract came about and why they want to keep players in the U.S., rather than going overseas to train.
Tokyo Olympics face coronavirus fears
Concern has grown ahead of the summer Olympics in Japan as the number of global cases of coronavirus has climbed to over 76,000. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta joined CBSN AM from Tokyo with how the outbreak might affect the Olympic Games.
Will coronavirus stop Tokyo's 2020 Olympics?
The iconic Olympic flame lighting ceremony in Greece was closed to the public Thursday morning amid fears over the coronavirus. While the games are still four months away, some are concerned about what the global pandemic could mean for the fate of the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo. Ramy Inocencio reports on how much Tokyo has spent so far to prepare for the event, and what the world stands to lose if it is called off.
Olympics cancelations through history
" While all sporting events have been canceled in the United States amid the coronavirus outbreak, questions surround the viability of the Tokyo Olympics. The Summer games, set to begin July 24, have been canceled only three times in their history: in 1916, 1940 and 1944, each time because of war. Jeff Glor breaks down the history behind the global event, and what factors played into them being called off."
Athletes on possible postponement of Olympics
A veteran member of the International Olympics Committee has told "USA Today" that postponement of the Tokyo Games has already been decided, though the world is still waiting on an official announcement. The group said they would have a decision in the next four weeks. Ramy Inocencio spoke to several members of the U.S. team about how they feel about the current state of the event.
Millions in Tokyo under "stay home" advisory
Tokyo is the scene of nearly-empty streets and many shuttered shops. About 38 million people are under a "stay home" advisory this weekend due to the coronavirus. Ramy Inocencio is there.
Japan expanding state of emergency
Japan is expanding its state of emergency as coronavirus spreads throughout the country. The measure will now cover the entire nation instead of just Tokyo, Osaka and other big cities. CBS News correspondent Ramy Inocencio reports from Tokyo.
Amid recovery, political pressure mounts in China
CBS News Foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio reports from Tokyo on the impact of the coronavirus overseas.
19th-century ritual forcing Japanese into the office amid pandemic
Many workers still commute just to stamp papers with carved wooden hand seals. But in a time of social distancing, the custom is under mounting pressure.
Virus puts Japanese firm's veterinary ventilators in high demand
Company is seeking approval through clinical trials for devices intended for cats and dogs to be used on humans, but already the boss is getting interest, including from the U.S.
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Medical plane missing near Nantucket with 6 on board, authorities say
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