The Japan Times

The Japan Times is a Japanese English-language daily newspaper founded in 1897. It is published by The Japan Times, Ltd., and covers topics related to Japan's politics, economy, and society. The source has a slight bias as it tends to report on topics related to Japan's politics, economy, and society. There have been instances where contradictory information has been reported in the source. The source has a conflict of interest as it is a news organization that may be influenced by external factors such as advertisers or government entities. The source occasionally uses deceptive practices such as not fully disclosing sources or using misleading headlines.

93%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
Analysis.OverallConflictOfInterestScore * 0.3F + Analysis.OverallBiasScore * 0.3F + Analysis.DeceptivenessScore * 0.3F + Analysis.ReadabilityScore * 0.1F

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

The Daily's Verdict

This news site is known for its high journalistic standards. It strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. It has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.

Bias

95%

Examples:

  • The source has a slight bias as it tends to report on topics related to Japan's politics, economy, and society.

Conflicts of Interest

95%

Examples:

  • The source has a conflict of interest as it is a news organization that may be influenced by external factors such as advertisers or government entities.

Contradictions

88%

Examples:

  • In one instance, it was reported that Tokyo Gov. Yuriko Koike is widely thought to be securing her third term in the July 7 gubernatorial election, while also mentioning that residents have complained about billboards related to the same election.
  • There have been instances where contradictory information has been reported in the source.

Deceptions

90%

Examples:

  • The source occasionally uses deceptive practices such as not fully disclosing sources or using misleading headlines.

Recent Articles

  • Paul Watson Arrested in Greenland: Japan's Pursuit of Anti-Whaling Activist Resumes

    Paul Watson Arrested in Greenland: Japan's Pursuit of Anti-Whaling Activist Resumes

    Broke On: Sunday, 21 July 2024 Prominent anti-whaling activist Paul Watson, founder of Sea Shepherd and Captain Paul Watson Foundation, was unexpectedly arrested in Nuuk, Greenland on July 21, 2024 under an international warrant issued by Japan. Known for direct action tactics against whaling ships at sea and a long history of industry confrontations, Watson's arrest comes as Japan argues for cultural and food security reasons to resume high-seas whaling in the Southern Ocean and North Pacific by 2025. The arrest is believed to be related to a former Red Notice issued for Watson's previous anti-whaling interventions in the Antarctic region.
  • Tokyo's Governor Race: Yuriko Koike vs Renho Saito - Key Facts and Unconventional Tactics

    Tokyo's Governor Race: Yuriko Koike vs Renho Saito - Key Facts and Unconventional Tactics

    Broke On: Friday, 28 June 2024 In the upcoming Tokyo gubernatorial election on July 7, incumbent Governor Yuriko Koike of the Liberal Democratic Party and main challenger Renho Saito of the Constitutional Democratic Party face off. With unconventional tactics emerging from some candidates, it's crucial to communicate accurate information about their backgrounds and key facts: Koike leads in polls, Tokyo elects a new governor this weekend, Koike is backed by the ruling party while Renho has opposition support, and dark horse candidate Shinji Ishimaru gains momentum. Remember to seek diverse sources for balanced reporting.
  • Tokyo's Governor Race: Yuriko Koike vs Renho Saito - Key Facts and Unconventional Tactics

    Tokyo's Governor Race: Yuriko Koike vs Renho Saito - Key Facts and Unconventional Tactics

    Broke On: Friday, 28 June 2024 In the upcoming Tokyo gubernatorial election on July 7, incumbent Governor Yuriko Koike of the Liberal Democratic Party and main challenger Renho Saito of the Constitutional Democratic Party face off. With unconventional tactics emerging from some candidates, it's crucial to communicate accurate information about their backgrounds and key facts: Koike leads in polls, Tokyo elects a new governor this weekend, Koike is backed by the ruling party while Renho has opposition support, and dark horse candidate Shinji Ishimaru gains momentum. Remember to seek diverse sources for balanced reporting.
  • New ¥10,000, ¥5,ooo and ¥1,ooo Banknotes: Japan Honors Cultural and Scientific Icons with Redesigned Bills

    New ¥10,000, ¥5,ooo and ¥1,ooo Banknotes: Japan Honors Cultural and Scientific Icons with Redesigned Bills

    Broke On: Wednesday, 03 July 2024 Japan introduces new banknotes worth ¥10,000, ¥5,000 and ¥1,000 featuring historical figures and advanced anti-counterfeiting technology. The Bank of Japan's Governor Kazuo Ueda hopes these bills will boost cash usage amid digital transactions.
  • New ¥10,000, ¥5,ooo and ¥1,ooo Banknotes: Japan Honors Cultural and Scientific Icons with Redesigned Bills

    New ¥10,000, ¥5,ooo and ¥1,ooo Banknotes: Japan Honors Cultural and Scientific Icons with Redesigned Bills

    Broke On: Wednesday, 03 July 2024 Japan introduces new banknotes worth ¥10,000, ¥5,000 and ¥1,000 featuring historical figures and advanced anti-counterfeiting technology. The Bank of Japan's Governor Kazuo Ueda hopes these bills will boost cash usage amid digital transactions.
  • Japanese Yen Hits 36-Year Low Against US Dollar: Bearish Traders Predict Further Decline

    Japanese Yen Hits 36-Year Low Against US Dollar: Bearish Traders Predict Further Decline

    Broke On: Tuesday, 25 June 2024 The Japanese yen hits its weakest level against the US dollar since 1986, as investors favor higher-yielding greenbacks and despite intervention efforts by Japan's Ministry of Finance and central bank. Analysts predict further rate hikes from the Bank of Japan, but a durable rally may require Federal Reserve interest rate cuts. The dollar index rises as traders bet on Fed rate cuts this year, while the euro slips following suggestions for more European Central Bank rate cuts.
  • US Military's Alleged Disinformation Campaign Against China's Sinovac Vaccine: A Closer Look

    US Military's Alleged Disinformation Campaign Against China's Sinovac Vaccine: A Closer Look

    Broke On: Friday, 14 June 2024 During the COVID-19 pandemic, unconfirmed reports suggest the US military ran a covert campaign to discredit China's influence using fake social media accounts and disinformation. Targeted countries included the Philippines, with an anti-vaccine narrative against China's Sinovac vaccine spreading under the slogan #Chinaisavirus.
  • US Economy Drives Global Growth Amidst Economic Uncertainties and Political Shifts

    US Economy Drives Global Growth Amidst Economic Uncertainties and Political Shifts

    Broke On: Thursday, 30 May 2024 Amidst weak economic activity in Europe and China, the US, with its consumer-driven economy and expected 2x faster growth rate than major developed countries (IMF), is fueling global expansion. Despite higher interest rates and inflation, India's 6.8% growth rate makes it an attractive manufacturing source (IMF). However, elections in various countries could impact investment environments.
  • Japanese Automakers Toyota, Mazda, Honda, Suzuki and Yamaha Suspend Shipments Due to Safety Test Irregularities

    Japanese Automakers Toyota, Mazda, Honda, Suzuki and Yamaha Suspend Shipments Due to Safety Test Irregularities

    Broke On: Monday, 03 June 2024 Japan's Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism discovered irregularities in safety tests by six automakers and a motorcycle manufacturer, leading to temporary suspensions of shipments for nine models from Toyota Motor, Mazda Motor, Yamaha Motor, Honda Motor and Suzuki Motor. Infractions included false data submission and improper modifications. The exact nature of the infractions and their impact on vehicle performance remain unclear. This is not the first time Japanese automakers have faced testing issues.
  • Uncovered: Rat Parts Found in Popular Japanese Bread Brand, Pasco Shikishima Corporation Recalls Over 100,000 Packs

    Uncovered: Rat Parts Found in Popular Japanese Bread Brand, Pasco Shikishima Corporation Recalls Over 100,000 Packs

    Broke On: Thursday, 09 May 2024 In a series of food safety scandals, Pasco Shikishima Corporation recalled over 100,000 packs of rat-contaminated white bread in Japan. The latest incident follows the withdrawal of three dietary supplements and cockroach-infested rice balls from the market. Consumers have expressed mixed reactions to the recall, with some expressing loyalty and others concerns.