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Japanese giant salamander threatened by crossbreeding

KASHIHARA, Japan - A Japanese giant salamander is captured during a field study on June 27, 2014, in Uda, Nara Prefecture, western Japan. Experts warn that increasing crossbreeding with Chinese giant salamanders, an alien species, is threatening to wipe out the native species, designated as a special "natural monument" in Japan.

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Giant salamander spotted in western Japan river

KASHIHARA, Japan - A Japanese giant salamander is spotted in a river in Uda, Nara Prefecture, western Japan, as seen in this file photo taken on June 27, 2014. The species is designated as a "special national treasure."

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Japanese giant salamander threatened by crossbreeding

KASHIHARA, Japan - Researchers examine a Japanese giant salamander captured during a field trip on June 27, 2014, at a river in Uda, Nara Prefecture, western Japan. Experts warn that increasing crossbreeding with Chinese giant salamanders, an alien species, is threatening to wipe out the native species, designated as a special "natural monument" in Japan.

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Private museum on battle of Imphal in India

IMPHAL, India - Some 250 items, including swords and bullets, related to the battle of Imphal in northeastern India fought between the Japanese military and Britain-led allied forces in 1944 during World War II, are exhibited at a private museum to mark the 70th anniversary of the war. Arambam Singh on June 27, 2014, stands at the museum which was established on the premises of his home.

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Japanese soldiers' helmets exhibited at Imphal museum

IMPHAL, India - Japanese soldiers' helmets and other items are exhibited at a private museum in Imphal, northeastern India, on June 27, 2014, 70 years on from the Battle of Imphal in 1944 during the World War II.

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Prof. Simbulan speaks during interview

MANILA, Philippines - Professor Roland Simbulan of the University of the Philippines speaks during an interview on June 27, 2014.

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Japanese culinary culture promoted at Oxford Univ. in U.K.

OXFORD, Britain - Ryuichiro Masuda (R), president of Masuda sake brewery from Toyama Prefecture, central Japan, serves the "Masuizumi" brand of rice wine to a formally dressed participant in a traditional banquet at Oxford University in Oxford, Britain, on June 27, 2014.

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Dimitrov beats Dolgopoloy at Wimbledon tennis

LONDON, Britain - Grigor Dimitrov of Bulgaria reaches to return the ball to Alexandr Dolgopoloy of Ukraine during a third-round match of the men's singles at the All England Lawn Tennis Championships at Wimbledon in London on June 27, 2014. Dimitrov won 6-7, 6-4, 2-6, 6-4, 6-1.

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Japanese culinary culture promoted at Oxford Univ. in U.K.

OXFORD, Britain - A Japanese staffer clad in kimono explains about "sake" rice wine to formally dressed students and alumni of Oxford University in Oxford, Britain, on June 27, 2014, at a traditional banquet of the university.

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Kvitova beats V. Williams at Wimbledon tennis

LONDON, Britain - Petra Kvitova of the Czech Republic celebrates after beating Venus Williams of the United States 5-7, 7-6, 7-5 in their third round match of the women's singles at the All England Lawn Tennis Championships in Wimbledon, southwest London, June 27, 2014.

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Japanese culinary culture promoted at Oxford Univ. in U.K.

OXFORD, Britain - Japanese staffers in "happi" coats serve "sake" rice wine to formally dressed students and alumni of Oxford University in Oxford, Britain, on June 27, 2014, at a traditional banquet of the university.

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Kvitova beats V. Williams at Wimbledon tennis

LONDON, Britain - Venus Williams of the United States reacts during a third round match against Petra Kvitova of the Czech Republic in the women's singles at the All England Lawn Tennis Championships in Wimbledon, southwest London, June 27, 2014. Kvitova won 5-7, 7-6, 7-5.

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Brazilian man trades unused 1950 World Cup ticket to FIFA

RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil - Joedir Sancho Belmont (L) and FIFA Secretary General Jerome Valcke trade tickets for the 1950 and 2014 World Cup finals at Maracana Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on June 27, 2014. Belmont, 85, had a ticket for the 1950 World Cup final match between Brazil and Uruguay, but he skipped the match to tend to his sick mother. He has offered to donate his unused 1950 ticket for display in FIFA's planned museum at its Zurich headquarters. In return, the soccer governing body has given him two tickets to this year's World Cup final match.

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Kvitova beats V. Williams at Wimbledon tennis

LONDON, Britain - Petra Kvitova of the Czech Republic returns against Venus Williams of the United States during their third round match of the women's singles at the All England Lawn Tennis Championships in Wimbledon, southwest London, June 27, 2014. Kvitova won 5-7, 7-6, 7-5.

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Kvitova beats V. Williams at Wimbledon tennis

LONDON, Britain - Venus Williams of the United States returns a shot against Petra Kvitova of the Czech Republic during their third round match of the women's singles at the All England Lawn Tennis Championships in Wimbledon, southwest London, June 27, 2014. Kvitova won 5-7, 7-6, 7-5.

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Britain's Murray advances to 4th round at Wimbledon tennis

LONDON, Britain - Andy Murray of Britain springs to action in play against Roberto Bautista Agut of Spain during their third round match of the men's singles at the All England Lawn Tennis Championships in Wimbledon, southwest London, June 27, 2014. Murray won 6-2, 6-3, 6-2.

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Britain's Murray advances to 4th round at Wimbledon tennis

LONDON, Britain - Andy Murray of Britain returns a shot against Roberto Bautista Agut of Spain during their third round match of the men's singles at the All England Lawn Tennis Championships in Wimbledon, southwest London, June 27, 2014. Murray won 6-2, 6-3, 6-2.

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World Bank expects Japan's consumption recovery possible in Sept.

WASHINGTON, United States - World Bank President Jim Yong Kim speaks at a news conference at the bank's headquarters in Washington on June 27, 2014. Kim said he expects Japan's consumer spending to start recovering around September from a temporary drop linked to the sales tax hike.

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Czech Republic's Strycova beats China's Li at Wimbledon tennis

LONDON, Britain - Barbora Zahlavova Strycova of the Czech Republic acknowledges the crowd after beating China's Li Na 7-6, 7-6 in a third round match of the women's singles at the All England Lawn Tennis Championships in Wimbledon, southwest London, on June 27, 2014.

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Czech Republic's Strycova beats China's Li at Wimbledon tennis

LONDON, Britain - Barbora Zahlavova Strycova of the Czech Republic returns a ball against China's Li Na during their third round match of the women's singles at the All England Lawn Tennis Championships in Wimbledon, southwest London, on June 27, 2014. Strycova won 7-6, 7-6.

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Myanmar Pres. Thein Sein in Beijing

BEIJING, China - Visiting Myanmar President Thein Sein (L) and Chinese President Xi Jinping shake hands during a signing ceremony at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on June 27, 2014. The two leaders pledged to boost cooperation between their countries, according to China Central Television. (Pool photo)

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Czech Republic's Strycova beats China's Li at Wimbledon tennis

LONDON, Britain - China's Li Na (L) and Barbora Zahlavova Strycova of the Czech Republic shake hands after the end of their third round match of the women's singles at the All England Lawn Tennis Championships in Wimbledon, southwest London, on June 27, 2014. Strycova won 7-6, 7-6.

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Czech Republic's Strycova beats China's Li at Wimbledon tennis

LONDON, Britain - Barbora Zahlavova Strycova of the Czech Republic reacts during a third round match against China's Li Na in the women's singles at the All England Lawn Tennis Championships in Wimbledon, southwest London, on June 27, 2014. Strycova won 7-6, 7-6.

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Czech Republic's Strycova beats China's Li at Wimbledon tennis

LONDON, Britain - China's Li Na returns against Barbora Zahlavova Strycova of the Czech Republic during their third round match of the women's singles at the All England Lawn Tennis Championships in Wimbledon, southwest London, on June 27, 2014. Strycova won 7-6, 7-6.

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Djokovic advances to 4th round at Wimbledon tennis

LONDON, Britain - Novak Djokovic of Serbia return the ball to Gilles Simon of France during their third round match of the men's singles at the All England Lawn Tennis Championships in London on June 27, 2014. Djokovi won 6-4, 6-2, 6-4.

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Wozniacki advances to 4th round at Wimbledon tennis

LONDON, Britain - Caroline Wozniacki of Denmark reaches to return the ball as she plays Ana Konjuh of Croatia in a third round match of the women's singles at the All England Lawn Tennis Championships in London on June 27, 2014. Wozniacki won 6-3, 6-0.

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Abdullah supporters stage protest in Kabul

KABUL, Afghanistan - Supporters of Afghan presidential candidate and former Foreign Minister Abdullah Abdullah, with a national flag, stage a protest rally in Kabul, Afghanistan, on June 27, 2014.

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Wozniacki advances to 4th round at Wimbledon tennis

LONDON, Britain - Caroline Wozniacki of Denmark returns to Ana Konjuh of Croatia during their third round match of the women's singles at the All England Lawn Tennis Championships in Wimbledon, southwest London, on June 27, 2014. Wozniacki won 6-3, 6-0.

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Japan team returns home from Brazil

NARITA, Japan - Supporters welcome the Japan team at Narita airport near Tokyo on June 27, 2014, after they returned home from Brazil. The Blue Samurai were dumped out of the World Cup in the first round.

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Artist hands 'Hiroshima Appeals' poster to Hiroshima mayor

HIROSHIMA, Japan - Art director Tsuguya Inoue (L) presents a "Hiroshima Appeals" poster he made in the hope of promoting peace to Hiroshima Mayor Kazumi Matsui in Hiroshima City on June 27, 2014.

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Abdullah supporters stage protest in Kabul

KABUL, Afghanistan - Supporters of Afghan presidential candidate and former Foreign Minister Abdullah Abdullah stage a protest rally in Kabul, Afghanistan, on June 27, 2014, insisting there was fraud in the runoff.

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Ruling bloc eyes deal as gov't drafts decision on collective defense

TOKYO, Japan - Ruling bloc lawmakers -- (from R) Liberal Democratic Party Vice President Masahiko Komura, New Komeito party deputy chief Kazuo Kitagawa and New Komeito Secretary General Yoshihisa Inoue -- attend a meeting on June 27, 2014, in Tokyo to discuss Japan's exercise of the right to collective self-defense. The two parties are expected to reach an agreement after focusing on a review of Japan's legal constraints on the Self-Defense Forces under the pacifist Constitution.

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Japan team returns home from Brazil

NARITA, Japan - Japan coach Alberto Zaccheroni and players return to Narita airport near Tokyo from Brazil on June 27, 2014. The Blue Samurai were dumped out of the World Cup in the first round.

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Japan team returns home from Brazil

NARITA, Japan - Japan team players, including Manchester United midfielder Shinji Kagawa, return to Narita airport near Tokyo from Brazil on June 27, 2014. The Blue Samurai were dumped out of the World Cup in the first round.

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Oldest temple bell-molding sites found in Osaka Pref.

OSAKA, Japan - The remains of two temple bell-molding sites, one for big bells (front) and the other for smaller ones (back C), are seen at the Hayashi ruins in Fujiidera, Osaka Prefecture, western Japan, on June 27, 2014. The remains, believed to be from the end of the 7th century or the beginning of the 8th century, are the oldest among those of such sites found in Japan.

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Oldest temple bell-molding sites found in Osaka Pref.

OSAKA, Japan - The remains of one of two temple bell-molding sites found recently are seen at the Hayashi ruins in Fujiidera, Osaka Prefecture, western Japan, on June 27, 2014. The remains, believed to be from the end of the 7th century or the beginning of the 8th century, are the oldest among those of such sites found in Japan.

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Japan team returns home from Brazil

NARITA, Japan - Japan coach Alberto Zaccheroni and players return to Narita airport near Tokyo from Brazil on June 27, 2014. The Blue Samurai were dumped out of the World Cup in the first round.

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Japan team returns home from Brazil

NARITA, Japan - Japan team players, including Manchester United midfielder Shinji Kagawa, return to Narita airport near Tokyo from Brazil on June 27, 2014. The Blue Samurai were dumped out of the World Cup in the first round.

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IOC mulls Tokyo 2020 Olympic venue changes

TOKYO, Japan - International Olympic Committee Vice President John Coats (L) and Yoshiro Mori, chief of the organizing committee for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, shake hands following a press conference in Tokyo on June 27, 2014. Coates and other members of the commission were visiting Tokyo for the first time since the Japanese capital won the right to host the Summer Games.

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Japan booth lures visitors at Beijing Int'l Tourism Expo

BEIJING, China - A number of people visit the Japanese booth in the Beijing International Tourism Expo in Beijing on June 27, 2014.

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Japan booth at Beijing Int'l Tourism Expo

BEIJING, China - Women try out "yukata," a Japanese summer garment, at the Japanese booth set up at the Beijing International Tourism Expo 2014 in Beijing, China, on June 27, 2014.

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Japanese prefectures' booth at Beijing Int'l Tourism Expo

BEIJING, China - The booth to promote the Japanese prefectures of Fukushima, Ibaraki, and Niigata set up at the Beijing International Tourism Expo 2014 is photographed in Beijing, China, on June 27, 2014.

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Final rehearsal of 'geisha' dance competition in Kyoto

KYOTO, Japan - Traditional professional "maiko" and "geiko" entertainers clad in gorgeous kimono dance during the final run-through of "Miyako no Nigiwai" (literally meaning "urban bustle"), an annual "geisha" dance competition, at Minamiza theater in Kyoto, western Japan, on June 27, 2014.

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Final rehearsal of 'geisha' dance competition in Kyoto

KYOTO, Japan - Traditional professional "maiko" and "geiko" entertainers clad in gorgeous kimono dance during the final run-through of "Miyako no Nigiwai" (literally meaning "urban bustle"), an annual "geisha" dance competition, at Minamiza theater in Kyoto, western Japan, on June 27, 2014.

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Defense Minister Onodera to visit U.S. in July

TOKYO, Japan - Japanese Defense Minister Itsunori Onodera meets the press after visiting U.S. military facilities in Yokohama, near Tokyo, on June 27, 2014. Onodera will visit the United States in July to meet with U.S. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel.

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Japan's transport minister meets China's vice premier

BEIJING, China - Japanese Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Akihiro Ota (L) confers with Chinese Vice Premier Liu Yandong at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, China, on June 27, 2014.

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Memorial to victims of ship sunk by U.S.

NAHA, Japan - Emperor Akihito (C) and Empress Michiko (R) look at photos of the victims of the 1944 Tsushima Maru incident, on display at the Tsushima Maru Memorial Museum in Naha, Okinawa Prefecture, on June 27, 2014. Over 1,400 people, half of them school children, were killed following a U.S. submarine torpedo attack on a Japanese ship during World War II. (Pool photo)

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IOC mulls Tokyo 2020 Olympic venue changes

TOKYO, Japan - IOC Vice President John Coates speaks at a news conference in Tokyo on June 27, 2014, after the first coordination commission meeting for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. Coates stressed the importance of making improvements, if any, to the venue plans at an early stage.

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Japanese minister, Chinese vice premier

BEIJING, China - Japanese transport minister Akihiro Ota (L) shakes hands with Chinese Vice Premier Liu Yandong ahead of their talks at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on June 27, 2014.

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IOC mulls Tokyo 2020 Olympic venue changes

TOKYO, Japan - International Olympic Committee Vice President John Coats (L) and Yoshiro Mori, chief of the organizing committee for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, attend a press conference in Tokyo on June 27, 2014. Coates and other members of the commission were visiting Tokyo for the first time since the Japanese capital won the right to host the Summer Games.