Japan’s Beloved Mascot Kumamon to be Conductor of Own Orchestra in Kumamoto Pref.; Debut Concert to be Held in Oct.

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  Govt Plans to Urge Municipalities to Help Residents Cope with Rising Prices

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  Japan Resumes Scallop Exports to China

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  Japan Prime Minister Takaichi Vows to Have Country Exit Deflation, Closely Monitor Economic Indicators

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  Japan to Charge Foreigners More for Residence Permits, Looking to Align with Western Countries

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  JR East Suica’s Penguin to Retire at End of FY2026; Baton to be Passed to New Character