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Taiwan Receives First Japanese N700ST High-Speed Train
The arrival of the first of 12 new trainsets in Kaohsiung marks a fleet upgrade to boost passenger capacity by over 25%.
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Japan Transfers Patients from 40 Waterless Hospitals After Kumamoto Quake
Health Minister Ueno coordinates emergency transfers as water outages disable medical facilities following a magnitude 7 earthquake.
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PM Takashi Omits 'Reflection' From Japan War Memorial Speech
The Prime Minister emphasized a forward-looking role for Japan, reversing a brief revival of wartime apology language.
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Japan Weighs Compensation for Local Governments Amid Food Tax Cut
The government is studying how to offset a 1.6 trillion-yen annual revenue loss for municipalities starting in April 2027.
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Japan 10-Year Bond Yield Hits 30-Year High
Yields rose to 2.93% on Monday amid global inflation fears and expectations of a Bank of Japan rate hike.
business
Poll shows divide in Japanese bath towel washing habits
About 60% of surveyed adults wash towels daily, while 30% find monthly washing acceptable.
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Japan Forecasts High Temperatures and Heat-Wave Risk from Kanto to Kyushu
Moist air and a strengthening Pacific high-pressure system bring unstable weather and rising heat across multiple regions.
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Floods leave 2,700 abandoned vehicles on Chiba Prefecture roads
Authorities use fluorescent tape to mark submerged cars after heavy rains leave two people missing in Japan.
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Princess Aiko Opens International Semiconductor Physics Conference
The Emperor's daughter offered condolences to victims of recent earthquakes and floods during a speech in Tokyo.
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Japan Issues Heat and Heavy Rain Warnings Amid Atmospheric Instability
Kumamoto prefecture issues heat-stroke alert while heavy rain warnings hit Nagasaki islands as temperatures reach 35°C.
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Princess Aiko addresses international science conference in Tokyo
The princess expressed hope for disaster recovery in Kumamoto and Chiba while urging scientific progress to solve societal challenges.
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Brazilian Chicken Prices Drop, Bringing Back Giant Bento in Japan
A Saitama fried chicken shop restores its 800g meal after import costs for Brazilian thigh meat fell by half since April.
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Japan's GDP grows for third straight quarter
Real GDP rose 0.3% in the April-June period as experts say Middle East tensions have not materially harmed economic activity.
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Japan to convene extraordinary Diet session for food tax cuts
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi seeks to lower consumption tax on food to 1% starting in April 2027.
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AI-Generated Novels Flood Japanese Literary Awards
A surge in generative AI submissions is prompting Japanese award organizers to question the future of newcomer contests.
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Japanese Veterinary Clinic Specializes in Exotic Pet Care
Maruyoshi Animal Hospital in Gifu treats a wide array of non-traditional pets, filling a critical gap in specialized veterinary services.
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Putin Visits Disputed Northern Territories, Sparking Seafood Price Fears
Russian president's first trip to the Kuril Islands raises concerns over fisheries agreements and Hokkaido seafood costs.
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Kumamon and Japan Soccer Coach Visit Earthquake Shelters
Mascot Kumamon and national team coach Hajime Moriyasu provide emotional support to displaced residents in Kumamoto Prefecture.
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Asian Markets Trade Mixed Amid Geopolitical Uncertainty
Japan's Nikkei rose while Indian indices slipped and US futures remained range-bound on Friday.
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Asian Markets Trade Mixed as Japan GDP Misses Expectations
Nikkei rises despite weak growth while GIFT Nifty slips and US futures remain rangebound.
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Australian PM faces calls for apology over Japan gift joke
Anthony Albanese denies sexual nature of podcast remarks about melons gifted by Japanese Minister Sanae Takaichi.
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Japanese Firms Seek to Recruit Top Indian Talent
A leading Japanese printing company plans to bring Indian graduates and professionals to Japan to strengthen its workforce.
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First Korean to earn Japanese medical license refused return order
Records show An Sang-ho, great-grandfather of actress Ha-young, remained in Japan despite Korean Empire government funding.
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Japan Pork and Chicken Prices Hit Record Highs
Average prices for pork loin and chicken thighs reached unprecedented levels in August according to Ministry of Agriculture data.
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Takashi Kawahara Appointed Japan's New Prosecutor General
The 61-year-old official vows to restore public trust following a series of scandals within the prosecution office.
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Yokohama Mayor Takeharu Yamanaka faces council over power harassment
A third-party committee identified seven instances of workplace harassment, leading to a live-streamed explanation session.
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US-Japan Intervention Stabilized Yen, Goldman Sachs Says
Analysis suggests Japan has ample reserves for further action after coordinated efforts to curb currency depreciation in July.
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Polar bear cub in Japan goes viral for obsession with traffic cones
Momota, a resident of Oga Aquarium in Akita Prefecture, has captured global attention through playful videos.
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Japanese Matcha Exports Hit Record High Amid Climate Stress
Growers in Uji and Shizuoka face supply constraints as global demand surges and heat stress threatens crop yields.
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Heavy Rain Triggers Floods and Landslides in Japan and China
Dozens dead in southern China and hundreds displaced in northern Japan as tropical storm activity brings severe weather to East Asia.
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Ukraine Strikes Russian E-commerce Hubs as Former Minister Urges Japan Action
Ukrainian forces targeted logistics centers described as 'Russia's Amazon' while Pavlo Klimkin called for a policy shift from Tokyo.
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Japan Marks 41 Years Since Japan Airlines Flight 123 Crash
Family members climbed the Osutaka Ridge as a former recovery worker shared memories of the 1985 disaster.
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Thunderstorms and Heavy Rain Forecast for Japan's Kanto Region
Atmospheric instability brings risks of localized heavy rain to Tokyo and surrounding prefectures through Thursday.
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Heavy Rain and Flooding Hit Kanto and Tohoku After Typhoon 15
Localized flooding and guerrilla thunderstorms forced residents and tourists to seek shelter across eastern Japan on Tuesday.
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Corn-themed food trend sparks long queues in Tokyo and Kawasaki
A viral social media movement known as 'moro-katsu' is driving high demand for summer-limited corn dishes across Japan.
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Albanese Refuses to Apologize for Remarks About Japanese PM
Liberal Leader Angus Taylor called the Prime Minister's comments "completely tasteless" after repeated refusals to apologize.
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Families mark 41 years since Japan Airlines Flight 123 crash
Bereaved families and children climbed Mt. Osutaka in the rain to honor 520 victims and discuss the challenge of preserving memories.
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Hokkaido Fisheries Collapse as Warming Waters Enable Sweet Potato Farming
Rising temperatures in northern Japan devastate salmon catches while opening doors for a new sweet potato shochu industry.
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Japanese Kicker Hiroshi Matsuzawa Joins Las Vegas Raiders
Matsuzawa aims to become the first Japanese player to appear in an NFL game after signing as an undrafted free agent.
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US and Japan Joint Currency Intervention Fails to Stop Yen Slide
Billions spent to support the Japanese yen have failed to prevent the currency from hitting 40-year lows.
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Australian PM faces criticism over joke about Japanese leader's gift
Anthony Albanese denies sexual intent behind a crude remark about melons gifted by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.
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Magnitude 4.9 Earthquake Strikes Offshore Kumamoto
Weak tremors were detected in Gwangju, South Korea, following an aftershock in Japan's Kumamoto Prefecture.
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J-League Shifts to Autumn-Spring Calendar to Match European Standards
Japan's professional soccer league moves its season start from February to August to increase international competitiveness.
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ABEMA Reality Show Celebrates 10th Anniversary With Premium Bus Tour
NON STYLE's Inoue Yūsuke and cast members joined fans for a commemorative trip from Shibuya to Tokyo Dream Park.
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Japan Prosecutor General Naomi Umemoto Resigns Amid Scandals
Umemoto apologized for improper interrogations and misconduct within the prosecution office during her tenure.
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Hokkaido Salmon Catches Plummet as Sea Temperatures Rise
Fishermen in Shiretoko report monthly catches dropping from 400 to two fish, prompting a shift toward sweet potato farming.
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Landslide Warnings Issued for Saitama Prefecture Towns
Japan Meteorological Agency issues Level 4 alerts for East Matsuyama City and Nakagawa Town following heavy rain.
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Japan Forecasts Thunderstorms and Gusty Winds for Aug. 13
A low-pressure system and cold front threaten rapid weather changes during the Obon holiday period.
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Japan marks 41st anniversary of JAL Flight 123 crash
Families and students gather at Mount Osutaka and Fujioka City for a live-broadcast memorial ceremony.
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Pauline Hanson Urges Prime Minister to Apologize to Japan Over Melon Gift
One Nation leader says Anthony Albanese made a diplomatic misstep following comments about Shizuoka-grown melons.
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Typhoon Chan-hom Takes Unusual Path Across Japan Toward South Korea
The storm made a rare landfall in Ibaraki Prefecture before moving into the Sea of Japan and bringing rain to South Korean coasts.
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South Korea Commemorates 81st Anniversary of Liberation Day
National celebrations mark Gwangbokjeol, the restoration of light and freedom following Japanese colonial rule.
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NCT WISH Earns First Platinum Certification in Japan
The group's double A-side single "YO-I-DON! / BOY MEETS GIRL" surpassed 250,000 cumulative shipments.
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Japanese confectionery shop bankruptcies hit 30-year high
Rising material costs and labor shortages drive a record pace of closures for cake and traditional sweet shops across Japan.
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Typhoon 15 Triggers Flood Warnings and Cancellations Across Japan
Intense rain and wind prompt a level-4 flood risk warning in Tokyo and the cancellation of a 1,500-shell fireworks display.
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New Summer Sweet Potato Variety Hits 42 Brix in Japan
A newly bred cultivar that requires no post-harvest aging was unveiled at the Summer Sweet-Potato Expo 2026 in Chiba City.
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Typhoon 17 forms near Ogasawara Islands
A new storm moves northward toward Honshu while the remnants of Typhoon 15 trigger heavy rain across Japan
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Typhoon 15 Weakens to Tropical Depression After Unusual Path Across Japan
Torrential rain and sudden thunderstorms are forecast for Tokyo and surrounding prefectures following the storm's landfall.
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Typhoon 17 Forms Near Ogasawara Islands
The storm is forecast to move north along Japan's east coast, potentially impacting regions still recovering from Typhoon 15.
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Japanese Survivors Seek Compensation for 1945 Air Raids
An 87-year-old woman leads the push for a bill to provide relief payments to civilian survivors of World War II bombings.
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