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Japan, China, S. Korea trilateral summit in Tokyo

TOKYO, Japan, May 9 Kyodo - (From L) Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao, Japanese Prime Minister Naoto Kan and South Korean President Lee Myung Bak smile at the end of a joint press conference following their talks at the State Guest House in Tokyo on May 22, 2011. (Pool photo)

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Tree seedlings grown from acorns in Iwate Pref.

YAMADA, Japan - Tree seedlings grown from acorns are photographed in the town of Yamada, Iwate Prefecture, on May 22, 2014. The acorns were picked up by children in Iwate and Miyagi prefectures before being grown by kindergartners and nursery school children nationwide following the March 2011 quake and tsunami.

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Chinese tourists in Fukushima

FUKUSHIMA, Japan - Chinese tourists visit a lake in the Urabandai area of Fukushima Prefecture on May 22, 2012. They were part of the first tour group from the Chinese mainland to visit the prefecture since the March 2011 disaster.

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Chinese tourists in Fukushima

FUKUSHIMA, Japan - Chinese tourists pose for photos in front of Tsuruga Castle in Aizuwakamatsu, Fukushima Prefecture, on May 22, 2012. They were part of the first tour group from the Chinese mainland to visit the prefecture since the March 2011 disaster.

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Classical music critic Hidekazu Yoshida dies at 98

TOKYO, Japan - File photo taken in Tokyo in December 2011 shows (from L) novelist Saiichi Maruya, classical music critic Hidekazu Yoshida and conductor Seiji Ozawa, chatting at a party to celebrate the awarding of the Order of Culture to Maruya. Yoshida died of acute heart failure on May 22, 2012, at his home in Kamakura, Kanagawa Prefecture. He was 98.

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American to ship back items lost in tsunami to Japan

TOKYO, Japan - File photo shows David (L) and Yumi Baxter in Kasilof, Alaska, on April 22, 2012. David holds a soccer ball and Yumi holds a volleyball found by David in mid-March 2012 on the coast of Middleton Island off Alaska, after the balls floated across the Pacific Ocean after being swept away from northeastern Japan in the March 2011 tsunami. The couple initially expressed their intention to deliver the items back to their original owners in person during their upcoming trip to Japan, but have now opted to ship them instead in consideration of the owners' privacy, David Baxter told Kyodo News on May 23, 2012.

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Quake-tsunami debris blocked

KITAKYUSHU, Japan - Protesters on May 22, 2012, block the delivery for trial incineration in Kitakyushu, Fukuoka Prefecture, of debris from the March 2011 earthquake and tsunami in northeast Japan, by gathering around a truck carrying the rubble, while police officers and city officials try to persuade them to leave the site. The opponents cite fear of radiation.

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8 babies left at 'baby hatch' in Kumamoto

KUMAMOTO, Japan - Taiji Hasuda, president of Jikei Hospital in Kumamoto, speaks at a press conference in the southwestern Japanese city on May 22, 2012. Eight infants were left during fiscal 2011 at the ''baby hatch'' facility for unwanted newborns set up at the hospital, the lowest number since it opened in May 2007, the Kumamoto city office said the same day.

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Quake-tsunami debris blocked

KITAKYUSHU, Japan - Protesters on May 22, 2012, block the delivery for trial incineration in Kitakyushu, Fukuoka Prefecture, of debris from the March 2011 earthquake and tsunami in northeast Japan, by sitting in front of a truck carrying the rubble. The opponents cite fear of radiation.

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Quake-tsunami debris blocked

KITAKYUSHU, Japan - Protesters fly a banner reading, ''No to radioactive debris'' on May 22, 2012, as they block the delivery to Kitakyushu, Fukuoka Prefecture, of debris left by the March 2011 earthquake and tsunami in northeast Japan for trial incineration.

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Quake-tsunami debris blocked

KITAKYUSHU, Japan - Protesters on May 22, 2012, block the delivery to Kitakyushu, Fukuoka Prefecture, of debris left by the March 2011 earthquake and tsunami in northeast Japan for trial incineration. The opponents cite fear of radiation.

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Tokyo Sky Tree to be completed on Feb. 29

TOKYO, Japan - File photo taken from a Kyodo News helicopter on Nov. 22, 2011, shows Tokyo Sky Tree in Tokyo's Sumida Ward. Construction of the world's tallest free-standing tower scheduled to open in May 2012 will be completed on Feb. 29, 2012, its operator said Feb. 7.

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6 months before the opening of Tokyo Sky Tree

TOKYO, Japan - Photo taken from a Kyodo News helicopter on Nov. 22, 2011, shows Tokyo Sky Tree in Tokyo's Sumida Ward. The tower's operating company began accepting reservations for entrance tickets for groups of 25 people or more the same day, six months before the 634-meter broadcasting tower opens to the public on May 22, 2012.

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Niigata reactor to be suspended for checkup

TOKYO, Japan - File photo taken in May 2009 shows (from front L) the No. 5, 6 and 7 reactors at the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear power plant in Niigata Prefecture. The plant's operator Tokyo Electric Power Co. said Aug. 22, 2011, that the No. 7 reactor at the plant will be suspended the following morning for an 83-day scheduled checkup.

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300 more days before Tokyo Sky Tree's opening

TOKYO, Japan - The countdown board on the rooftop of a building in Tokyo's Taito Ward shows 300, the number of days left before the opening of the 634-meter Tokyo Sky Tree (L in background), on July 27, 2011, during a ceremony to light up the board, with the tower's official mascots (from L to R) Teppenpen, Sorakara-chan and Sukoburuburu attending. The world's tallest self-standing tower is scheduled to open for visitors on May 22, 2012.

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Chinese artist Ai Weiwei released on bail

TOKYO, Japan - File photo taken in May 2009 in Beijing shows prominent Chinese artist Ai Weiwei. China's state media said June 22, 2011, that Ai has been released on bail after being detained in Beijing since April over tax evasion allegations.

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S. Korea to build 2nd facility for N. Korean defectors

SEOUL, South Korea - File photo taken in May 2009 shows South Korea's first ''Hanawon'' (House of Unity) in Anseong, Gyeonggi Province, to help North Korean defectors adjust to life in the South. The South Korean government announced a plan on June 22, 2011, to start building a second Hanawon in Hwacheon, Gangwon Province.

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Attacked S. Korea island

SEOUL, South Korea - A house photographed on May 22, 2011, on Yeonpyeong Island, South Korea, will be preserved as a reminder of damage caused by a North Korean artillery attack in November 2010.

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Attacked S. Korea island

SEOUL, South Korea - Temporary housing units in this photo taken on Yeonpyeong Island, South Korea, on May 22, 2011, have been provided to residents whose homes were damaged by a North Korean artillery attack in November 2010.

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Eco-friendly taxi stand

OSAKA, Japan - A taxi stand for eco-friendly taxis such as electric vehicles and hybrid cars opens at Osaka Station, western Japan, on May 22, 2011. It is Japan's first such taxi stand.

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CSKA Moscow win Russian Cup title

YAROSLAVL, Russia - CSKA Moscow midfielder Keisuke Honda celebrates as his team won the Russian Cup by beating FC Alania Vladikavkaz 2-1 in the final in Yaroslavl, Russia, on May 22, 2011.

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Inter Milan beat Catania

MILAN, Italy - Inter Milan defender Yuto Nagatomo (L) bows in a Japanese style after scoring during a Serie A soccer game against Catania in Milan, Italy, on May 22, 2011. Inter won 3-1.

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Vietnamese vote in parliamentary elections

HANOI, Vietnam - A woman casts three votes in Hanoi on May 22, 2011, as Vietnam's parliamentary elections began that day. Despite the practice being illegal, a number of people cast more than one ballot, voting on behalf of others.

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Inter Milan beat Catania

MILAN, Italy - Inter Milan defender Yuto Nagatomo (facing) celebrates with teammate Lucio (6) after scoring during a Serie A soccer game against Catania in Milan, Italy, on May 22, 2011. Inter won 3-1.

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Sado conducts Berlin Philharmonic

BERLIN, Germany - Japanese conductor Yutaka Sado (L) wraps up three days of performances by the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra in Berlin on May 22, 2011.

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Nomura cruises to 1st title at Chukyo Ladies

TOYOTA, Japan - Up-and-coming teenager Harukyo Nomura celebrates with the winner's cup and trophy beside her as she completed a wire-to-wire victory to claim her first title on the Japan LPGA Tour at the Chukyo TV Bridgestone Ladies Open at Chukyo Golf Course Ishino Course in Toyota, Aichi Prefecture, on May 22, 2011.

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IAEA team heads to Japan

VIENNA, Austria - Members of a team from the International Atomic Energy Agency answer reporters' questions at an airport in Vienna on May 22, 2011, before leaving for Japan to investigate the crisis at the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant.

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No change to planned gymnastics championships in Japan

SAN JOSE, United States - International Gymnastics Federation President Bruno Grandi (L) and Japanese Gymnastics Association President Hidenori Futagi shake hands in San Jose, California, on May 22, 2011, after the FIG Council decided to give a show of support to Japanese organizers of the 43rd Artistic Gymnastics World Championships scheduled for October in Tokyo. There has been concern about holding the event in Tokyo amid the continuing Fukushima nuclear crisis.

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Kobayashi wins Totoumi Open

HAMAMATSU, Japan - Masanori Kobayashi earns his first career JGTO Tour victory with a birdie on the second playoff hole against Ryo Ishikawa at the inaugural Totoumi Hamamatsu Open at Grandee Hamanako Golf Club in Shizuoka Prefecture on May 22, 2011.

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Sumo wrestlers receiving special prizes

TOKYO, Japan - Photo taken on May, 22, 2011 shows sumo wrestlers holding their trophies at Ryogoku Kokugikan in Tokyo after being awarded special prizes. From left, Tochinoshin of Georgia (Fighting Spirit Prize), Kaisei of Brazil (Fighting Spirit Prize), Kakuryu of Mongolia (Technique Prize), and Goeido (Technique Prize).

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Inter Milan beat Catania

MILAN, Italy - Inter Milan defender Yuto Nagatomo (facing) celebrates with teammate Lucio (6) after scoring during a Serie A soccer game against Catania in Milan, Italy, on May 22, 2011. Inter won 3-1.

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Sumo 'test meet' wraps up

TOKYO, Japan - Japan Sumo Association Chairman Hanaregoma (C) speaks on the dohyo ring as a 15-day May Technical Examination Tournament wrapped up at Ryogoku Kokugikan hall in Tokyo on May 22, 2011.

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Hakuho wins in test meet

TOKYO, Japan - Mongolian grand champion Hakuho (L) receives the winner's flag from Japan Sumo Association Chairman Hanaregoma on the final day of the May Technical Examination Tournament at Ryogoku Kokugikan in Tokyo on May 22, 2011. Hakuho won his record-tying seventh consecutive title.

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Inter Milan beat Catania

MILAN, Italy - Inter Milan defender Yuto Nagatomo (R) scores during a Serie A soccer game against Catania in Milan, Italy, on May 22, 2011. Inter won 3-1.

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Hakuho wins his record-tying seventh consecutive title

TOKYO, Japan - Mongolian grand champion Hakuho (R), who won the May Technical Examination Tournament, throws his arms in the air in celebration at Ryogoku Kokugikan in Tokyo on May 22, 2011. He won his record-tying seventh consecutive title. Brazilian sumo wrestler Kaisei was awarded the Fighting Spirit Prize.

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Phoenix win bj-league title

TOKYO, Japan - Hamamatsu Higashimikawa Phoenix forward Jeffrey Parmer (R) advances to the basket during the bj-league final against the Ryukyu Golden Kings at Ariake Coliseum in Tokyo on May 22, 2011. The Phoenix beat the Golden Kings 82-68. Parmer was named MVP.

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Hakuho wins in test meet

TOKYO, Japan - Mongolian grand champion Hakuho (L) is sent to his second defeat at the hands of veteran ozeki Kaio on the final day of the May Technical Examination Tournament at Ryogoku Kokugikan in Tokyo on May 22, 2011. Hakuho, however, won his record-tying seventh consecutive title.

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Japan, China, S. Korea summit in Tokyo

TOKYO, Japan - (From L) Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao, Japanese Prime Minister Naoto Kan and South Korean President Lee Myung Bak hold a press conference after their summit in Tokyo on May 22, 2011. (Pool photo)

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Hakuho wins his record-tying seventh consecutive title

TOKYO, Japan - Mongolian grand champion Hakuho (R), who won the May Technical Examination Tournament, responds to the crowd at Ryogoku Kokugikan in Tokyo on May 22, 2011. He won his record-tying seventh consecutive title. Brazilian sumo wrestler Kaisei was awarded the Fighting Spirit Prize.

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Japan, China, S. Korea summit in Tokyo

TOKYO, Japan - (From L) Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao, Japanese Prime Minister Naoto Kan and South Korean President Lee Myung Bak smile as they wrap up a press conference after their summit in Tokyo on May 22, 2011. (Pool photo)

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Japan, U.S. confirm Futenma base relocation plan

TOKYO, Japan - Kurt Campbell, U.S. assistant secretary of state for East Asian and Pacific affairs, speaks in a press conference in Tokyo on May 22, 2011. He said the Japanese and U.S. governments confirmed the same day the policy of pushing ahead with the delayed plan to relocate the U.S. Marine Corps' Futenma Air Station within Okinawa Prefecture.

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Trilateral business summit

TOKYO, Japan - (From L back) Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao, Japanese Prime Minister Naoto Kan and South Korean President Lee Myung Bak attend a meeting of their countries' business leaders in Tokyo on May 22, 2011.

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Japan, China summit in Tokyo

TOKYO, Japan - Japanese Prime Minister Naoto Kan (L) and Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao shake hands as they meet in Tokyo on May 22, 2011. (Pool photo)

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Japan spokesman Edano in disaster area

MIYAKO, Japan - Chief Cabinet Secretary Yukio Edano visits the tsunami-hit Taro area of Miyako, Iwate Prefecture, on May 22, 2011.

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Hiroshima gives up Olympic bid

HIROSHIMA, Japan - Hiroshima Mayor Kazumi Matsui (R) and Nagasaki Mayor Tomihisa Taue answer reporters' questions after a meeting of a bidding committee held in Hiroshima on May 22, 2011, formally decided that the city of Hiroshima has given up its bid to host the 2020 Summer Olympics due to opposition from its citizens and a lack of funds.

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Japan, China, S. Korea summit in Tokyo

TOKYO, Japan - Japanese Prime Minister Naoto Kan, Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao and South Korean President Lee Myung Bak meet in Tokyo on May 22, 2011. (Pool photo)

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Japan, China summit in Tokyo

TOKYO, Japan - Japanese Prime Minister Naoto Kan (3rd from front L) and Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao (2nd from front R) meet in Tokyo on May 22, 2011. (Pool photo)

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1952 Japanese film gets U.S. premiere

NEW YORK, United States - A panel in the lobby of the BAMcinematek theater in Brooklyn, New York, informs visitors of a retrospective titled, ''The Urge for Survival: Kaneto Shindo,'' on April 22, 2011. The retrospective, which began the same day, will run through May 5, featuring 11 of the Japanese film director's works, including a 1952 film depicting the horrors of the atomic bomb, ''Children of Hiroshima.'' Shindo, who is from Hiroshima City, turned 99 that day.

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Message of support from Houston

TOKYO, Japan - Japanese astronaut Satoshi Furukawa speaks in a teleconference from NASA's Johnson Space Center in Houston, on a television screen at the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency's Tokyo office on March 22, 2011. Furukawa, who is slated to launch a five-and-a-half-month-long mission at the International Space Station in May, sent a message of support for victims of the March 11 earthquake and tsunami in Japan, saying, ''I want children in Tohoku (northeastern Japan) to know that if you make efforts little by little, things will be better tomorrow than today, and better the day after tomorrow than tomorrow, and those efforts will accumulate and become a big power.''