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Japanese Director Kōji Fukada Warns AI Undermines Creative Process at Cannes
Filmmaker argues that bypassing the struggle of artistic discovery threatens human expression and understanding of the world.
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Kaoru Mitoma Misses Japan's 2026 World Cup Squad
Brighton winger is omitted from the 26-player roster following a hamstring injury sustained last week.
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Tokyo Forecast to Hit 30°C for First Summer Day of Year
Japan Meteorological Agency warns of heat-stroke risks as temperatures may exceed 35°C in some regions later this week.
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Kaoru Mitoma Out of Japan World Cup Squad Due to Injury
Brighton & Hove Albion winger misses the 2026 FIFA World Cup roster following a hamstring injury.
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Early Heat Wave Hits Japan With Record Temperatures
Unseasonably high temperatures trigger mass fish die-offs and a surge in air-conditioning requests across the country.
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Drones Used to Track Bears in Tokyo Residential Area
Authorities use aerial surveillance in Hachioji as wild bears increasingly enter urban centers across Japan.
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Middle East Supply Disruptions Cause Engine Oil Shortage in Japan
Trucking companies in the Hokuriku region face price hikes and delivery delays for petroleum-derived lubricants.
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Roughly 100 Mikoshi Parade During Asakusa Sanja Matsuri
The second day of the traditional Tokyo festival featured the Rengo Togyo procession through the streets of Taito Ward.
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Japanese Emperor and Empress Meet 2018 Flood Survivors in Ehime
The imperial couple visited Ehime Prefecture to attend the 76th National Tree Planting Festival and honor recovery efforts.
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Japanese Singer Kenichi Mikawa Discusses Parkinson's Disease Diagnosis
The 80-year-old entertainer detailed his fears during hospitalization and his determination to continue his music career.
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Japanese Emperor and Empress Visit Ehime Prefecture
The imperial couple met with students from Japan's only high school aquarium club and survivors of heavy rains.
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Kokomo Murase Wins Gold in Women's Snowboard Big Air
Japan's Murase takes top honors at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina, leading a diverse podium of international talent.
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Japan Considers Early Supplemental Budget for Energy Subsidies
The government aims to lower electricity and gas bills for households facing inflation and Middle East tensions.
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Japan Records Most Mid-Summer Days Ever as Sanja Festival Heat Peaks
Over 570 locations across Japan recorded mid-summer temperatures on Saturday, coinciding with the Asakusa festival.
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Japan Forecasts Year's Hottest Temperatures for May 17
Nagoya is expected to exceed 30°C for the first time this year as a high-pressure system brings sunny weather across the region.
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Hideki Matsuyama Ties for Third on Day 2 of PGA Championship
The Japanese professional golfer sits one stroke behind the leader as he pursues his second major title.
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Bear Spotted in Residential Area of Nihonmatsu, Japan
Police increase patrols after an Asian black bear was sighted twice in a residential neighborhood on Saturday morning.
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Japanese Bank Term Deposits Surge as Interest Rates Rise
Households shift savings to term deposits as some banks offer rates four times higher than ordinary accounts.
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Japan Warns of Early Arrival of Guerrilla Thunderstorms
Authorities advise caution in the Kanto region as sudden, localized heavy rain and lightning become a risk starting in May.
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United Airlines Expands US Hub With 19 Asia-Pacific Destinations
The carrier is adding a nonstop route to Sapporo, Japan, as part of a strategy to grow its San Francisco International Airport operations.
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Tokyo Launches 'Delicious Museum' Food Festival in Ariake
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government event features more than 40 restaurants to promote nighttime tourism in the city's waterfront area.
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Tokyo Tourist Bus Crashes Into Electric Pole
Investigators suspect a driver in his 60s lost consciousness before the vehicle veered onto a sidewalk in Edogawa-ku.
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Japan Designates April 7 as Official Gundam Day
Bandai Namco launches new anime and merchandise to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Mobile Suit Gundam franchise
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Magnitude 6.3 Earthquake Strikes Northern Japan
The quake hit off the coast of Miyagi Prefecture on Friday; no tsunami warnings were issued and no major damage was reported.
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Strong Earthquake Strikes Off Coast of Miyagi Prefecture
A powerful quake jolted northern Japan on Friday, triggering emergency alerts and disrupting regional services.
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Man Arrested for Recruiting Role in Tokyo Robbery Plot
Tokyo police arrested a 22-year-old man suspected of recruiting members for a planned robbery in the Ueno district.
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Japan Tests Sustainable Aviation Fuel Made From Restaurant Waste
Sanix Resource Development Group begins experiments in Kitakyushu to convert food waste liquids into jet fuel.
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Japan Forecasts Nationwide Sunny Weather and High Temperatures
Some regions expect midsummer days exceeding 30°C, while Hokkaido may see evening showers
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Japan Forecasts Record Number of Summer-Day Temperatures
More than 500 locations across Japan are expected to reach 25 degrees Celsius or higher on May 16, 2026.
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Kubota to Build Mixed-Use Complex and Arena in Osaka
The company will transform its former headquarters site in the Namba area into a commercial and cultural hub.
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Japan PM Takaichi Weighs Budget to Curb Energy Costs
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi may order a supplementary budget to subsidize gasoline, electricity, and gas amid Middle East instability.
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Yamagata Leads Japan in Household Ramen Spending
Northeastern Japanese prefecture celebrates unique noodle varieties and food waste reduction through fish-cake production.
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Yuji Kawana Wins Constitutional Democratic Party Tokyo Chapter Election
Musashino city councilor defeats Senator Renho in a head-to-head race for the party's regional leadership.
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Japan Coast Guard Interviews Students After Boat Capsizing in Okinawa
Two small vessels overturned off the coast of Henoko; all students were rescued after one girl spent over an hour in the water.
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Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako Visit Ehime Prefecture
The imperial couple attends the 76th National Tree Planting Festival and meets with survivors of the 2018 West Japan floods.
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Japan Panel Eyes Foreign Models for Refundable Tax Credit
Government experts discuss income thresholds to reduce tax burdens and encourage employment for low-income working households.
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Japan Speaker aims for Imperial House Law revision this session
Speaker Eisuke Mori plans to finalize a consensus proposal by next week to address the shrinking number of imperial family members.
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Budgerigar Performs Balance Act on Ball
A seven-year-old bird in Japan captures attention by balancing and rotating on a ball, which experts link to courtship behavior.
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Tokyo Police Deploy Two New Medium Helicopters
The Metropolitan Police Department expands its aerial fleet to enhance disaster rescue and security operations.
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Kioxia Forecasts 869 Billion Yen Profit for April-June Period
The Japanese memory chip maker expects profits to surge 47-fold due to AI-driven data center investment.
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Strong Earthquake Strikes Northern Japan
A tremor with a magnitude reported between 6.3 and 6.7 hit the Tohoku region on Friday, prompting emergency warnings for five prefectures.
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Japan's JA Zen-Noh to Raise Fertilizer Prices by Up to 14.5%
Rising raw material costs and a weak yen drive price hikes for agricultural cooperatives across Japan.
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Athletes Share Mental Health Stories for May Awareness Month
Simone Biles, Naomi Osaka, and other competitors are speaking out to reduce stigma and encourage others to seek professional help.
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Sanja Matsuri Festival Begins in Tokyo's Asakusa District
The three-day celebration featuring the 'Dai-gyoretsu' parade opened Friday to pray for business prosperity and family growth.
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Alphabet Sells $3.6 Billion in Record Yen Bonds
The Google parent company issued the largest yen-denominated bond by a non-Japanese firm to fund AI growth.
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Forza Horizon 6 Hides Nine Treasure Cars Across Japan
Players can discover unique vehicles hidden in regions including Tokyo City and Minamino in the latest racing title.
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Magnitude-6.4 Earthquake Strikes Offshore Miyagi
Tohoku Shinkansen services were temporarily halted after a powerful quake produced long-period ground motion in Japan.
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Japan Chemical Industry Association Says Naphtha Supply Is Sufficient
Chairman Keiichi Iwata addresses supply chain concerns amid Middle East instability and reports of material shortages
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Magnitude 6.6 Earthquake Strikes Off Japan's Miyagi Coast
The quake hit the Tohoku region with a lower-5 seismic intensity, though officials report no tsunami threat.
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Cannes Film Festival Panel Discusses Global Cinema Challenges
Japanese director Ryusuke Hamaguchi and industry leaders examine the struggle for global audience access at the 78th festival.
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Powerful Earthquake Strikes Eastern Coast of Japan
A magnitude 6.3 to 6.7 quake jolts Honshu, briefly disrupting bullet-train services and triggering emergency alerts.
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Japan Food Packaging Turns Monochrome Amid Naphtha Supply Fears
Companies are reducing ink colors on potato chips and ketchup packaging as Middle East tensions drive up chemical raw material costs.
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Magnitude 6.3 Earthquake Strikes Off Coast of Miyagi Prefecture
The quake halted Shinkansen rail services and produced shaking of intensity 5- in eastern Japan.
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Earthquake in Miyagi Prefecture Halts Tohoku Shinkansen Services
JR East suspended trains between Tokyo and Shin-Aomori following a strong quake, though major airlines reported no flight disruptions.
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Lawson 'Subtraction' Strategy Earns 1 Billion Yen With Topping-Free Noodles
The Japanese convenience store chain found success by removing unpopular ingredients from cup noodles and natto products.
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Japan Meteorological Agency Reports Class 3 Long-Period Ground Motion
A strong earthquake off the coast of Miyagi Prefecture produced prolonged shaking that made standing difficult for residents.
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Japan Meteorological Agency Reports Class 3 Long-Period Seismic Motion
A magnitude 7.7 earthquake off the coast of Miyagi triggered significant seismic waves affecting high-rise structures.
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Magnitude 6.3 Earthquake Strikes Tohoku Region of Japan
Authorities report no tsunami threat following the tremor in northern Japan.
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Powerful Earthquake Strikes Japan
Reports indicate a magnitude between 6.1 and 6.7, with no casualties reported following the tremor on Friday.
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Japan's Calbee Switches Snack Packaging to Black-and-White
A shortage of colored inks linked to the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz forces a redesign of 14 product lines.
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