When did The Japan Times launch and who founded it?
The Japan Times launched on the 22nd of March 1897. Founder Yukichi Fukuzawa established the newspaper to help Japanese citizens read and discuss news in English.
Questions about The Japan Times
Short answers, pulled from the story.
What was the relationship between The Japan Times and The Seoul Press during the early twentieth century?
Yukichi Zumoto led The Seoul Press starting in 1906 after accepting an invitation from Itō Hirobumi. Both newspapers sold subscriptions across borders and advocated for Japan's colonial control over the Korean peninsula.
How did The Japan Times change its name during World War II due to government pressure?
Successive name changes reflected political pressures including The Japan Times and Mail until 1940. Later it became The Japan Times and Advertiser before transforming into Nippon Times from 1943 through 1956.
Who purchased The Japan Times in 2017 and when did the acquisition occur?
News2u Holdings Inc purchased the newspaper on the 30th of June 2017 ending the Ogasawara era. This acquisition marked a shift where News2u Holdings changed editorial stances following their purchase.
When did The Japan Times begin printing alongside The New York Times International Edition?
The newspaper began printing alongside The New York Times International Edition starting the 16th of October 2013. A responsive web design update optimized the site for all digital devices that same year.