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This page is an archive of main headlines from Japan for 17.02.2026.
It displays 27 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
17.02.2026 ⇢ The Day of the Riku-Ryu Olympic Recovery
⌨On February 17, Japanese editorial priorities were overwhelmingly defined by the Milan-Cortina Olympics, specifically the historic gold medal won by Riku Miura and Ryuichi Kihara in figure skating pairs. Following a disappointing fifth-place finish in the short program on February 16, major outlets provided rolling coverage throughout the afternoon and evening as the pair achieved a world-record free skate score to secure Japan’s first-ever gold in the discipline. This narrative arc—defined by editors as a massive comeback—supplanted earlier focus on the men’s ski jump super team, where Ren Nikaido and Ryoyu Kobayashi finished sixth after the final round was canceled due to heavy snow.
Beyond the ice, the Takaichi administration’s domestic and security agenda gained prominence. Newspapers reported the government's intent to establish a formal 'Spy Prevention Law' by summer and highlighted the successful extraction of rare earths near Minami-Torishima as a strategic move to reduce industrial reliance on China. Meanwhile, local desks shifted focus to corporate accountability following a fatal gas explosion in Sapporo, which investigators linked to unaddressed corrosion identified years prior.
Beyond the ice, the Takaichi administration’s domestic and security agenda gained prominence. Newspapers reported the government's intent to establish a formal 'Spy Prevention Law' by summer and highlighted the successful extraction of rare earths near Minami-Torishima as a strategic move to reduce industrial reliance on China. Meanwhile, local desks shifted focus to corporate accountability following a fatal gas explosion in Sapporo, which investigators linked to unaddressed corrosion identified years prior.
17.02.2026
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Yahoo! Japan
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(16日、ミラノ・コルティナ冬季オリンピックフィギュアスケート・ペアフリー) 演技が終わると、三浦璃来と木原龍一はしゃがみ込んで、抱き合った。 緊張から解放されたように涙を流す木原を、三浦が優しく受け止め、なだめる。 最も重圧がかかる場面で…
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Kyodo News
Japan's Miura, Kihara win Olympic figure skating pairs gold
Japan's Riku Miura and Ryuichi Kihara won the gold medal in pairs figure skating at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics on Monday, jumping four places from the short program with a stellar free skate performance.
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東シナ海の日中中間線付近で、2025年末と26年1月の2度にわたり、最大約2000隻の中国漁船が密集して「壁」を形成していたことがわかった。中国海警局や軍の動きが活発化し、日本への圧力が強まるなかで起きた。取材班は船の位置がわかる船舶自動識別装置（AIS）の情報と衛星画像をもとに中国漁船の実態を調べた。
2度の集結、東経125度で一致
漁船が集まった海域は、日本が主張する排他的経済水域（EEZ）…
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11:41 (02:41)⇢Gold Carved in Milan Ice
⌨Japanese editors are dominated by the 'Riku-Ryu' pair's historic gold medal in figure skating, emphasizing their record-breaking free skate and recovery from fifth place (Chunichi, Yomiuri, Sankei, Asahi, Kyodo, NHK, TBS, Mainichi). In contrast, Nikkei highlights maritime security, reporting on a 'wall' of 2,000 Chinese fishing vessels in the East China Sea, while Yahoo notes the consolidating parliamentary power of the Takaichi administration.
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Yahoo! Japan
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ミラノ・コルティナ冬季オリンピック（五輪）は16日、フィギュアスケートのペアフリーがあり、ショートプログラム（SP）でミスが出て5位と出遅れた三浦璃来、木原龍一組（木下グループ）が、逆転で金メダルに輝いた。フリーは、歴代世界最高となる158…
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HuffPost Japan
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South Asian country's currency among worst performers in Asia last year
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Yahoo! Japan
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高市早苗首相が20日に国会で臨む施政方針演説の原案が判明した。成長・危機管理投資の予算について多年度で別枠で管理する仕組みを導入すると表明する。給付付き税額控除の設計を含む社会保障と税の一体改革に関して「国民会議」で結論を出すと強調する。
経済成長に向けて、事業者が研究開発や設備投資を進めやすくするため「複数年度予算や長期的な基金による投資促進策を大胆に進める」と訴える。政府予算の「予見可能性を…
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14:12 (05:12)⇢First Golden Flight on Milan Ice
⌨Japanese editors are centered on the historic gold medal won by Riku Miura and Ryuichi Kihara in Olympic figure skating pairs, marking a first for the nation (Chunichi, NHK, Yomiuri, Kyodo, HuffPost, TBS). Simultaneously, the Takaichi administration's fiscal strategy is taking shape, with plans for multi-year investment budgets for growth and crisis management alongside Sapporo's utilization of a new lodging tax (Nikkei, Yahoo, Hokkaido, Mainichi, Sankei).
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プルデンシャル生命保険の本社は、東京・永田町の超高層ビル「プルデンシャルタワー」に入る。その脇に上品な庭園がある。日本法人を創業した故・坂口陽史（きよふみ）氏の名を冠した「メモリアルガーデン」だ。 いまも絶対的なカリスマとして社内で神格化さ…
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Yahoo! Japan
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（16日、ミラノ・コルティナ冬季オリンピック〈五輪〉フィギュアスケートペア） 一夜で立て直した、わけではなかった。 前日のショートプログラム（SP）で三浦璃来（りく）、木原隆一組はリフトを失敗した。 リフトでは、木原が右手で三浦を支える。だ…
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Chairman looks to jump-start stock market after failed Thai Beverage debut in 2000s
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Kyodo News
AI analysis of "Pokemon Sleep" data identifies problematic sleep patterns
A leading Japanese sleep researcher has analyzed the relationship between sleep and work performance using data collected through the "Pokemon Sleep" smartphone app, identifying sleep patterns that negatively impact productivity.
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16:41 (07:41)⇢Gold Flowers Bloom on Milan Ice
⌨The Japanese media remains intensely focused on the historic first Olympic gold medal for Riku Miura and Ryuichi Kihara in figure skating pairs, with reports now highlighting the emotional reactions of former partners and the technical resilience shown after a short program lift failure (Chunichi, NHK, Yomiuri, Kyodo, HuffPost, TBS, Asahi, Sankei). Simultaneously, scrutiny is turning toward domestic safety and political transparency, specifically the fatal gas explosion in Sapporo linked to unaddressed corrosion and skepticism regarding the timing of rare earth discoveries near Minami-Torishima (Hokkaido Shimbun, Mainichi).
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Yahoo! Japan
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Kyodo News
Miura, Kihara win Japan's 1st pairs gold with record free skate
Riku Miura and Ryuichi Kihara won Japan's first gold medal in pairs figure skating at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics on Monday, jumping four places from the short program with a world-record free skate performance.
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Yahoo! Japan
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ローソンがインドに進出する。2027年にムンバイに出店し、30年にまず100店舗に広げる。日本国内の出店余地が限られるなか、経済成長が見込まれる巨大市場で中間層の需要を開拓する。日本で磨いた商品開発力や店舗運営のノウハウを生かし、中国に並ぶ海外事業の柱に育てる。
100%出資の現地法人を26年度中に立ち上げ、27年に直営5店舗をムンバイに開く。立地や現地での需要を見極め、サプライチェーン（供給網…
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18:30 (09:30)⇢Gold Blooms from Decades of Ice
⌨Japanese media continues to prioritize the historic gold medal won by Riku Miura and Ryuichi Kihara in Olympic figure skating pairs, with reports now detailing the long-term national efforts to develop the discipline (NHK, Sankei, Kyodo, Chunichi, HuffPost). Simultaneously, a growing divide is emerging over rare earth extraction at Minami-Torishima; while some celebrate the technical success, others warn against political exaggeration for electoral gain (Mainichi, Asahi).
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HuffPost Japan
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Yahoo! Japan
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日中関係の悪化によって、日本のものづくりに欠かせないレアアース（希土類）の供給を不安視する声が出ている。調達の多くを中国に頼っており、過去には外交問題に絡んで、事実上の供給停止に直面したためだ。ただ、日本の政府や企業も手をこまねいていたわけ…
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Yahoo! Japan
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20:18 (11:18)⇢The First Golden Embrace on Ice
⌨Japanese editors are transitioning from the immediate celebration of the 'Riku-Ryu' gold medal toward the internal dynamics of their partnership and the historical significance of the win (Chunichi, TBS, NHK, Kyodo). Concurrently, a strategic shift is visible as manufacturing sectors report severe rare earth shortages due to Chinese export reductions, prompting a pivot toward Australian defense technology and Indian market expansion (Asahi, HuffPost, Nikkei).
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男性（28）は子どものころから何度も逮捕された。そんな自分に手を差し伸べてくれたのが、2024年5月に大津市で殺害された保護司の新庄博志さん（当時60）だった。新庄さんの献身的な行動が、心を閉ざしていた男性を変えた。 男性は母子家庭で育った…
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Kyodo News
IN PHOTOS: Ryuichi Kihara and Riku Miura's epic figure skating pairs gold medal win
Riku Miura and Ryuichi Kihara came from behind to capture Japan's first gold medal in pairs figure skating at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics with a world-record free skate on Monday.
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23:16 (14:16)⇢A Shield Against Foreign Shadows
⌨Japanese editors are shifting focus toward long-term national security and industrial strategy, with the government preparing a 'Spy Prevention Law' to counter foreign intelligence activities (Sankei). Concurrently, the successful extraction of rare earths near Minami-Torishima is being framed as a vital step toward reducing dependence on Chinese supply chains (Mainichi). While Olympic 'Riku-Ryu' celebrations continue (NHK, Kyodo, Chunichi), domestic scrutiny has turned to utility negligence following a fatal Sapporo gas explosion (Hokkaido Shimbun).