Japan In Focus
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Yamaguchi: Permanent Hall Dedicated to ‘Theater for the Masses’ Opens in Shimonoseki
SHIMONOSEKI, Yamaguchi — A permanent hall dedicated to taishu engeki — literary “theater for the ...
August 23, 2025
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Kyoto: Popular Haunted House Returns for This Summer Only, Providing Scares to Daimaru Visitors
KYOTO — A haunted house that once had Kyoto residents screaming has been brought back for a limit...
August 23, 2025
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Ehime: Mt. Ishizuchi Rewards Climbers with Spectacular View, Writer Experiences Pull of Mountain Firsthand
SAIJO, Ehime — Straddling Saijo and Kumakogen in Ehime Prefecture, Mt. Ishizuchi is the highest m...
August 23, 2025
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U.K. Ambassador to Japan Julia Longbottom Dedicates Tea to Shrine at Top of Mt. Fuji in Traditional Event
FUJINOMIYA, Shizuoka — British Ambassador to Japan Julia Longbottom recently climbed Mt. Fuji to ...
August 22, 2025
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Yamagata Gov, Female Watermelon Farmers Hold Discussion; Farmers Share Recipes Using Discarded Parts of Fruit
OBANAZAWA, Yamagata — Yamagata Gov. Mieko Yoshimura recently exchanged views with a group of fema...
August 20, 2025
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Showa-Era Theater in Japan’s Kawasaki Keeps Going, Venue Provides Chance to See Performers Up Close
KAWASAKI — Traveling down the main road from Kawasaki Station toward the industrial waterfront ar...
August 19, 2025
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Kumamoto: Tanabata Festival Decorations Adorn Unique Tunnel
TAKAMORI, Kumamoto — Step into a world where vibrant colors meet refreshing coolness. An array of...
August 17, 2025
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Shimane: Cave Allows Visitors to Cool Off Amid Scorching Heat, Natural Air Keeps Temperatures Low
IZUMO, Shimane — A wind cave that acts as a natural cooling spot, letting visitors and local resi...
August 17, 2025
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Wakayama: Nation’s 1st 3D-Printed Station Becomes Available for Use
ARIDA, Wakayama — A new unmanned train station constructed using 3D printer technology in Arida, ...
August 17, 2025
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Heirs to Kyoto Talent / Niwatori Hoko Float Leader Carries On Tradition at Famous Gion Festival in Summer
KYOTO — The procession of yama and hoko floats was held under summer cumulonimbus clouds at the G...
August 17, 2025
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Sand Sculpture Festival Starts In Akita Town; 26 Pieces, Including ‘Sazae-San’ Collab Impress Visitors
MITANE, Akita — A summer sand sculpture festival kicked off at Kamayahama beach in Mitane, Akita ...
August 13, 2025
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Horse Pulls Newlyweds in Hokkaido Ceremonies; Carriage Conveys Couples to Town’s Local Festival
URAKAWA, Hokkaido — Two newlywed couples enjoyed rides in a horse-drawn carriage in wedding cerem...
August 13, 2025
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Simple Shaved Ice Shop Will Cool You Down in Summer; Setagaya Ward Shop in Business for 45 Years
Stifling heat engulfed me on a sunny day during the rainy season the moment I stepped out of the ...
August 12, 2025
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Fukuoka: 150 Cats Neutered During Event on ‘Cat Island’; Residents Work to Improve Health of Furry Neighbors
ITOSHIMA, Fukuoka — The cats of Himeshima Island outnumber the island’s 140 human residents, and ...
August 9, 2025
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Tokushima: Sea Turtles Swim in Brand-new Pool; Museum Dedicated to Turtles Reopens after Major Renovations
MINAMI, Tokushima — The Hiwasa Sea Turtle Museum has finished installing a new pool big enough fo...
August 9, 2025
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