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Bluefin tuna imports from S. Korea increasing

TOKYO, Japan - Photo shows bluefin tuna landed in Sakaiminato, Tottori Prefecture, in June 2007. The amount of bluefin tuna Japan imported from South Korea has reached at least 980 tons during the first half of this year, exceeding last year's total import of 920 tons, according to a survey by the Fisheries Agency showed on July 18, 2010.

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New cow in Miyazaki suspected of foot-and-mouth disease

MIYAZAKI, Japan - Miyazaki Gov. Hideo Higashikokubaru speaks to reporters after a meeting to discuss foot-and-mouth disease countermeasures at the prefectural hall in Miyazaki City on July 5, 2010, following the discovery of another cow with symptoms of the disease in the city. The new suspected case was the first to come to light since June 18.

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New cow in Miyazaki suspected of foot-and-mouth disease

MIYAZAKI, Japan - Miyazaki Gov. Hideo Higashikokubaru speaks during a meeting to discuss foot-and-mouth disease countermeasures at the prefectural hall in Miyazaki City on July 5, 2010, after another cow in the city was found to have symptoms of the disease. The new suspected case was the first to come to light since June 18.

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Paraguay beat Japan to reach q'finals

PRETORIA, South Africa - Japan midfielder Kengo Nakamura (2nd from L) passes the ball to teammate Keisuke Honda (18) in the second half of their World Cup second-round match against Paraguay at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria, South Africa, on June 29, 2010. Japan failed in their bid to advance to the quarterfinals of the soccer tournament for the first time.

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Japan vs Paraguay in World Cup 2nd round

PRETORIA, South Africa - Japan's Keisuke Honda (18) tussles with Paraguay defender Paulo Da Silva during the first half of a World Cup second-round match at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria, South Africa, on June 29, 2010.

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Japan vs Paraguay in World Cup 2nd round

PRETORIA, South Africa - Japan's Keisuke Honda (18) shoots during the first half of a World Cup second-round match against Paraguay at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria, South Africa, on June 29, 2010.

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Paraguay beat Japan to reach q'finals

PRETORIA, South Africa - Japan coach Takeshi Okada (R) speaks with Keisuke Honda (18) before the start of extra time in Japan's World Cup second-round match against Paraguay at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria, South Africa, on June 29, 2010. Japan failed in their bid to advance to the quarterfinals of the soccer tournament for the first time.

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Japan vs Paraguay in World Cup 2nd round

PRETORIA, South Africa - Japan's Keisuke Honda (18) challenges Paraguay midfielder Cristian Riveros (R) during the second half of a World Cup second-round match at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria, South Africa, on June 29, 2010.

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Japan vs Paraguay in World Cup 2nd round

PRETORIA, South Africa - Japan's Keisuke Honda (18) competes for the ball during the first half of a World Cup second-round match against Paraguay at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria, South Africa, on June 29, 2010.

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Japan vs Paraguay in World Cup 2nd round

PRETORIA, South Africa - Japan's Keisuke Honda (18) competes for the ball during the first half of a World Cup second-round match against Paraguay at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria, South Africa, on June 29, 2010.

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Brazil beat Chile in World Cup 2nd round

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa - (From R) Brazil's Gilberto Silva, Michel Bastos, Ramires and Kaka (behind 18) block a free kick by Chile's Ismael Fuentes (2) in the second half of a World Cup second-round match at Ellis Park Stadium in Johannesburg, South Africa, on June 28, 2010. Brazil won 3-0 and advanced to the quarterfinals.

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Netherlands vs Slovakia in World Cup second round

DURBAN, South Africa - Netherlands forward Arjen Robben (L) and Slovakia forward Erik Jendrisek (18) compete for the ball during the first half of a World Cup second-round match at Durban Stadium in South Africa on June 28, 2010.

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Japan overpower Denmark to cruise into last 16

RUSTENBURG, South Africa - Japan's Keisuke Honda (R, 18) scores his side's first goal against Denmark from a free kick in the 17th minute of a World Cup Group E match at Royal Bafokeng Stadium in Rustenburg, South Africa, on June 24, 2010. Japan won 3-1 and advanced to the knockout round of the event.

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England vs Slovenia in World Cup Group C

PORT ELIZABETH, South Africa - England forward Wayne Rooney (10) and Slovenia midfielder Aleksandar Radosavljevic (18) clash during the first half of a World Cup Group C match at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, on June 23, 2010.

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Portugal thrash N. Korea 7-0 in World Cup Group G

CAPE TOWN, South Africa - Portugal's Hugo Almeida (18) celebrates after scoring his team's third goal against North Korea in the 56th minute of a World Cup Group G match at Green Point Stadium in Cape Town, South Africa, on June 21, 2010. Portugal won 7-0.

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Japan vs Netherlands at World Cup

DURBAN, South Africa - Japan midfielder Keisuke Honda (18) competes for the ball with Dutch midfielders Mark Van Bommel (L), Rafael Van Der Vaart (23) and Nigel De Jong (R) during the first half of a FIFA World Cup Group E match between Japan and the Netherlands at Durban Stadium on June 19, 2010.

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Kan's rubber mask

SAITAMA, Japan - A rubber mask resembling Prime Minister Naoto Kan (C) is displayed at toy maker Ogawa Studios in Saitama City on June 18, 2010. The company has received more than 100 orders in four days for the mask, which will be put on sale in late June.

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Ishikawa 2 strokes off pace at U.S. Open

PEBBLE BEACH, United States - Japanese teenager Ryo Ishikawa hits from the rough on the fifth hole during the second round of the U.S. Open Golf Championship at Pebble Beach Golf Links, California, on June 18, 2010, with Tom Watson looking on behind him. Ishikawa managed an even-par 71 to be tied for second with Phil Michelson, Ernie Els and Dustin Johnson at 1-under 141, two shots behind Graeme McDowell of Northern Ireland.

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Ishikawa 2 strokes off pace at U.S. Open

PEBBLE BEACH, United States - Japanese teenager Ryo Ishikawa tees off on the eighth hole during the second round of the U.S. Open Golf Championship at Pebble Beach Golf Links, California, on June 18, 2010, with Tom Watson looking on behind him. Ishikawa managed an even-par 71 to be tied for second with Phil Michelson, Ernie Els and Dustin Johnson at 1-under 141, two shots behind Graeme McDowell of Northern Ireland.

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Ishikawa 2 strokes off pace at U.S. Open

PEBBLE BEACH, United States - Japanese teenager Ryo Ishikawa lines up his putt on the 16th hole during the second round of the U.S. Open Golf Championship at Pebble Beach Golf Links, California, on June 18, 2010. Ishikawa managed an even-par 71 to be tied for second with Phil Michelson, Ernie Els and Dustin Johnson at 1-under 141, two shots behind Graeme McDowell of Northern Ireland.

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Mickelson plays U.S. Open

PEBBLE BEACH, United States - Phil Mickelson hits a shot during the second round of the U.S. Open tournament at Pebble Beach Golf Links in California on June 18, 2010.

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Ishikawa, Watson take part in U.S Open

PEBBLE BEACH, United States - Teenage pro Ryo Ishikawa (L) of Japan and veteran Tom Watson of the United States, who are in the same group, shake hands after playing the second round of the U.S. Open tournament at Pebble Beach Golf Links in California on June 18, 2010.

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Durban Stadium, World Cup venue

DURBAN, South Africa - This photo taken June 18, 2010, shows Durban Stadium in Durban, South Africa, a World Cup soccer venue.

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Ishikawa plays U.S. Open

PEBBLE BEACH, United States - Ryo Ishikawa of Japan tees off on the first hole during the second round of the U.S. Open at Pebble Beach Golf Links in California on June 18, 2010.

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Japan prince in Sweden for royal wedding

STOCKHOLM, Sweden - Japanese Crown Prince Naruhito (C, R) attends a government-organized dinner party to celebrate the wedding of Swedish Crown Princess Victoria in Stockholm on June 18, 2010.

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Ishikawa plays U.S. Open

PEBBLE BEACH, United States - Ryo Ishikawa of Japan speaks to reporters after playing the second round of the U.S. Open tournament at Pebble Beach Golf Links in California on June 18, 2010. Ishikawa cleared the cut.

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U.S. official Crowley speaks about N. Korea sanctions

WASHINGTON, United States - Philip Crowley, U.S. assistant secretary of state for public affairs, speaks during an interview at the Department of State in Washington on June 18, 2010. Crowley said the United States is considering imposing unilateral financial sanctions on North Korea.

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Woods plays U.S. Open

PEBBLE BEACH, United States - Tiger Woods of the United States tees off on the fifth hole during the second round of the U.S. Open tournament at Pebble Beach Golf Links in California on June 18, 2010.

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Ishikawa plays U.S. Open

PEBBLE BEACH, United States - Teenage pro Ryo Ishikawa of Japan acknowledges the gallery after sinking a birdie putt on the 17th hole during the second round of the U.S. Open tournament at Pebble Beach Golf Links in California on June 18, 2010.

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Ishikawa plays U.S. Open

PEBBLE BEACH, United States - Teenage pro Ryo Ishikawa of Japan tees off on the 18th hole during the second round of the U.S. Open tournament at Pebble Beach Golf Links in California on June 18, 2010.

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Durban Stadium, World Cup venue

DURBAN, South Africa - This photo taken June 18, 2010, shows Durban Stadium in Durban, South Africa, a World Cup soccer venue.

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Durban Stadium, World Cup venue

DURBAN, South Africa - This photo taken June 18, 2010, shows Durban Stadium in Durban, South Africa, a World Cup soccer venue.

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Durban Stadium, World Cup venue

DURBAN, South Africa - This photo taken June 18, 2010, shows Durban Stadium in Durban, South Africa, a World Cup soccer venue.

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Watson, Ishikawa take part in U.S. Open

PEBBLE BEACH, United States - Veteran Tom Watson (R) of the United States and teenage pro Ryo Ishikawa of Japan walk during the second round of the U.S. Open at Pebble Beach Golf Links in California on June 18, 2010.

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Japan practice for match against Netherlands

DURBAN, South Africa - Makoto Hasebe (C) and other members of Japan's World Cup squad take part in a training session in Durban, South Africa, on June 18, 2010, ahead of a Group E match against the Netherlands on June 19.

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Putin visits Komatsu factory in Russia

YAROSLAVL, Russia - Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin visits a factory of Japanese construction machinery maker Komatsu Ltd. in Yaroslavl, northeast of Moscow, on June 18, 2010. The construction machinery plant was completed earlier in the month.

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Naoshima meets China energy chief

FUKUI, Japan - Japanese Economy, Trade and Industry Minister Masayuki Naoshima (L) and Chinese National Energy Administration chief Zhang Guobao exchange opinions on energy in Fukui on June 18, 2010. (Pool photo)

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Netherlands practice before match with Japan

DURBAN, South Africa - Dutch midfielder Wesley Sneijder (front) practices in Durban, South Africa, on June 18, 2010, before a FIFA World Cup Group E match between Japan and the Netherlands at Durban Stadium on June 19.

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Netherlands practice before match with Japan

DURBAN, South Africa - Dutch forward Arjen Robben shoots in a practice session in Durban, South Africa, on June 18, 2010, before a FIFA World Cup Group E match between Japan and the Netherlands at Durban Stadium on June 19.

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Japan to take on Netherlands in Durban

DURBAN, South Africa - Japan supporters arrive in Durban, South Africa, on June 18, 2010, to cheer for the Japanese squad who will face the Netherlands in a FIFA World Cup Group E match at Durban Stadium on June 19.

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Netherlands practice before match with Japan

DURBAN, South Africa - Dutch midfielder Wesley Sneijder (front) and forward Arjen Robben (C) practice in Durban, South Africa, on June 18, 2010, before a FIFA World Cup Group E match between Japan and the Netherlands at Durban Stadium on June 19.

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Karzai urges Japanese firms to explore for Afghan minerals

TOKYO, Japan - Afghan President Hamid Karzai speaks in a meeting at a Tokyo hotel on June 18, 2010. Karzai urged Japanese companies to explore for mineral resources in Afghanistan.

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Japan to take on Netherlands in Durban

GEORGE, South Africa - (From R to L) Keisuke Honda, Yuji Nakazawa and Marcus Tulio Tanaka prepare to leave for Durban with other members of Japan's World Cup squad at George airport in South Africa on June 18, 2010. Japan will take on the Netherlands in a Group E match on June 19.

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Netherlands practice before match with Japan

DURBAN, South Africa - Dutch forward Arjen Robben (L) and teammates run in a practice session in Durban, South Africa, on June 18, 2010, before a FIFA World Cup Group E match between Japan and the Netherlands at Durban Stadium on June 19.

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Refugees gather ahead of World Refugee Day

MAE LA, Thailand - Refugees gather for an event at Mae La Camp in northwestern Thailand on June 18, 2010, ahead of World Refugee Day on June 20. About 50,000 refugees from Myanmar live in the camp.

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Japan to take on Netherlands in Durban

GEORGE, South Africa - Coach Takeshi Okada prepares to leave for Durban with Japan's World Cup squad at George airport in South Africa on June 18, 2010. Japan will take on the Netherlands in a Group E match on June 19.

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Refugees gather ahead of World Refugee Day

MAE LA, Thailand - Children of a Myanmarese minority group dance during an event at Mae La Camp in northwestern Thailand on June 18, 2010, ahead of World Refugee Day on June 20. About 50,000 refugees from Myanmar live in the camp.

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Japan shift to Durban for World Cup match against Netherlands

GEORGE, South Africa - Photo taken June 18, 2010, shows Durban Stadium in South Africa, where a FIFA World Cup Group E match between Japan and the Netherlands will be held on June 19. Japan shifted to Durban from George on June 18.

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Robot that can negotiate bumps

TOKYO, Japan - Hitachi Ltd. releases an 80-centimeter-high robot equipped with wheels that allow it to pass over small bumps such as cables in Kokubunji, western Tokyo, on June 18, 2010. The robot can also differentiate a human voice from surrounding noise.

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Japan upgrades economic view

TOKYO, Japan - Prime Minister Naoto Kan (2nd from R) attends a ministerial meeting on the June report on the government's economic outlook at the prime minister's office in Tokyo on June 18, 2010. In the report the government slightly upgraded its economic outlook, using ''recovery'' for the first time in about two years.