Japan News
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Japan seeks support for Fukushima nuclear water release
Japan's government adopted an interim plan Tuesday (Aug 24) that it hopes will win support from fishermen and other concerned...
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Self-screening urine test for depression and other mental illness developed in Japan
Although progress is being made, mental illness still carries a stigma in Japan, making it harder for many people to...
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Celebrating summer in Tohoku
While the cancellation and scaling down of many of Tohoku’s iconic summer events—such as the Nebuta Matsuri in Aomori, Kanto...
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Japan to extend emergency lockdown as cases surge
Japan was set today to extend its state of emergency in Tokyo and other regions to Sept. 12 and widen...
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Test your courage on this suspended viewing platform of Mt Fuji and Kawaguchiko
With a summit height of 3,776 meters, it’s hard to pass through Shizuoka and Yamanashi prefectures without taking a peek...
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Japan economy rebounds despite virus surge
Japan's economy grew slightly in the second quarter, recovering from a slowdown at the start of the year despite continuing...
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Japan to launch indicator combining GDP and carbon emission reduction efforts: Report
Japan's government will create a new indicator that will show the country's progress in reducing greenhouse gas emissions compared to...
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Dive into a bowl of Asahikawa ramen from the slopes of Mt Asahidake this autumn
Yes, we’re right in the middle of summer, but sightseeing planning for taking in the best views of the upcoming...
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As COVID-19 cases surge, Japan sticks to 'lockdown-lite'
Japan decided this week to expand COVID-19 curbs to more than 70 percent of its population, but in contrast to...
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Brazil, Spain, Japan, Mexico through to semis
Hosts Japan displayed nerves of steel as they edged out New Zealand 4-2 in a penalty shootout to reach the...
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Tropical storm makes landfall in northern Japan
A tropical storm hit northern Japan today but there were no immediate reports of damage and Olympic football matches in...
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Asian shares extend losses on renewed virus scare, inflation woes
Asian shares slipped again on Monday (Jul 19) while perceived safe haven assets, including the yen and gold, edged higher...
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Foreign luxury cars see brisk sales in Japan
Foreign luxury cars priced at more than 10 million yen in Japan are becoming popular among wealthy people who cannot...
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What to do if your phone battery dies when using a mobile transit pass on a Japanese train
For many commuters in Japan, swapping an IC transport card for the mobile system that allows you to simply swipe...
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Society 5.0 Expo showcases Japan’s advanced technologies
The Cabinet Office on Thursday launched the Society 5.0 Expo jointly with the Japan Agency for Marine-Earth Science and Technology...
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Japan’s growth forecast cut as new pandemic curbs hit
Japan's economy will grow at a slower pace than initially expected in the third quarter, as fresh coronavirus emergency curbs...