Japan In Focus
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Oita: 18th-Century Buddhist Priest Honored for Digging Lasting Tunnel; Locals Organize Drum Performance, Walk on Mt. Kyoshuho
NAKATSU, Oita — The 250th anniversary of the death of 18th-century Buddhist priest Zenkai was obs...
September 14, 2024
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Hyogo: Local Realistic Kappa Character Promoting Town for 10 Years; Ghoulish Curiosity Attracts People
FUKUSAKI, Hyogo — The town government in Hyogo Prefecture has been using a kappa — an aquatic fol...
September 14, 2024
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Heirs to Kyoto Talent / Contemporary Items Help Pass on Timeless Beauty; Master Breathes New Life into Traditional Patterns
KYOTO — An ancient robe for women with layers of fabric expressing the changing colors of autumn ...
September 14, 2024
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Sendai History, Traditional Culture Taught at Workshops; Attendees Get Hands-On Experience of City’s Roots
SENDAI — Sendai’s history and traditional culture were taught through hands-on activities at an e...
September 11, 2024
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Visitors Enjoy Barbecue with Tendo Beef at Event in Yamagata Pref.; Event Has Been Held Since 1989
TENDO, Yamagata — An event where visitors can enjoy a barbecue with Tendo beef, a specialty of Te...
September 11, 2024
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Ceramics Store Peddles a Classic Ramen Bowl, on Tokyo’s Kappabashi Street
The Komatsuya ceramics store has been peddling its wares since 1909, from its spot on Kappabashi ...
September 9, 2024
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Osaka: Police Encouraged to Use Heat Protection Products; Action Comes After Heat Stroke Cases among Officers
OSAKA — Osaka police officers have been encouraged to use heat protection products such as ring-s...
September 8, 2024
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Yamaguchi: Korean Envoy’s Edo-Era Procession Reenacted; Restored Ship Visits Japan Again
SHIMONOSEKI, Yamaguchi — A replica of a ship used to carry out Korean diplomatic missions to Japa...
September 7, 2024
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Kochi: Miroku Shrine Overflows with 2000 Frog Items Offering Solace to Cancer Patients
TOSA, Kochi — The grounds of Miroku Daimyojin Shrine in Tosa, Kochi Prefecture, are overflowing w...
September 7, 2024
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2 Ferris Wheel Gondolas Designed by Students Unveiled in Sapporo; Ezoshika Deer, Sapporo Clock Tower Provide Inspiration
SAPPORO — Two Ferris wheel gondolas designed by local students were unveiled and began operations...
September 4, 2024
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Floating Lanterns Carry Away Souls of Departed in Tochigi Pref. City; Closing out Bon Holiday Events
ASHIKAGA, Tochigi — Toro-nagashi, a lantern-floating event to soothe the souls of the dead, was h...
September 4, 2024
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Kumamoto: Swimmers Demonstrate Centuries-Old Technique; Writing, Drinking While Treading Water
KUMAMOTO — A group of swimmers recently demonstrated a traditional swimming technique, which has ...
August 31, 2024
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Ehime: Move Forward by Rocking Tub Instead of Rowing: 200 Participants Compete in Unique ‘Hangiri’ Race
MASAKI, Ehime — A unique water race was held earlier this month in Masaki, Ehime Prefecture, wher...
August 31, 2024
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Sports Yabusame Archery Competition Goes Forward Despite Rain; Mounted Archers Display Skills in Hachinohe, Aomori Pref.
HACHINOHE, Aomori — The ninth annual Sports Yabusame in Hachinohe, a national horseback archery t...
August 28, 2024
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Lake Kurobe Cruise Boat to End Service this Season; Attracting Many Tourists with Commemorative Event
TATEYAMA, Toyama — To prepare for the Garve sightseeing boat service coming to an end later this ...
August 28, 2024
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