Japan In Focus
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Skateboarders Take to the Streets to Perform in Nagoya Shopping Area
NAGOYA — Twenty skateboarders recently performed at the Osu shopping street in Naka Ward, Nagoya,...
July 10, 2025
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Festival to Promote Japanese Water Crowfoot Aquatic Plant Waving in Clear Stream Held in Miyagi Pref.
SHIROISHI, Miyagi — A festival to introduce visitors to baikamo, or Japanese water crowfoot, an a...
July 10, 2025
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Ikebukuro Pastry Shop from 1920s Keeps Customers Coming Back with Classic Flavors
Across the road from Ikebukuro Station’s east exit, nostalgic-looking shop signs jut out over the...
July 7, 2025
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Tokushima: British Man to Open Guesthouse in Nostalgic Port Village in Tokushima; Tebajima Island Has Charms of Quaint Fishing Village
MUGI, Tokushima — A British man is preparing to open a guesthouse on an island in Tokushima Prefe...
July 5, 2025
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Kagoshima: ‘Mystery Circle’ Made by Puffer Fish on Seabed; Males Stir Up Sand to Make Spawning Areas
AMAMI, Kagoshima — A circular geometric pattern was found this year on the seabed off the course ...
July 5, 2025
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Heirs to Kyoto Talent: Wooden Tub Craftsman Ensures Graceful, Flawless Curves; Charms Shared with Next Generation
KYOTO — Well-proportioned wooden tubs, called “oke” in Japanese, are built with unparalleled prec...
July 5, 2025
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Osaka: Little Turtle Spotted Living near Belgian Pavilion at Osaka-Kansai Expo, And Finds Permanent Home
OSAKA — A little turtle was found living in an artificial pond in front of the Belgian Pavilion a...
July 5, 2025
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Marathoners Enjoy Running at Kushiro Airport in Rare Race on Runway
KUSHIRO, Hokkaido — A race was held at Kushiro Airport in Kushiro, Hokkaido, on June 14, with abo...
July 2, 2025
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Tokyo Bridge Connects 2 Cathedrals Across Kanda River; Hijiribashi Bridge Attracts Fans of Suzume for Picture Opportunities
Hijiribashi bridge, which crosses the Kanda River, remains crowded more than 30 years after autho...
June 30, 2025
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Kagawa: Figurine of Satirized Man Becomes Hit Among Young People; Researchers Hope to Boost Artists’ Profile
ZENTSUJI, Kagawa — A figurine depicting a character from a 20th century satirical cartoon burning...
June 28, 2025
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Nara: Staying by Ancient Tomb Excites Archaeology Fans; Guest Lodges Using Old Houses Open
TENRI, Nara — Guest lodges at the foot of a 6th century burial mound opened this spring after an ...
June 28, 2025
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Kyoto: Landmark Chinese Restaurant Maintains Traditional Design of Vories’ Building As Well As Taste
KYOTO — A Western-style building with a remarkable exterior stands at the western side of Shijo O...
June 28, 2025
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Fukuoka: 150-meter-long Train Rails Make Journey Across Japan; Delivery After Covering 2,100 Kilometers
KITAKYUSHU — Train rails measuring 150 meters each have been making a trip of about 2,100 kilomet...
June 21, 2025
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Hyogo: Dragon Mascot Delights Locals with Occasional Appearances around Temple
TAKARAZUKA, Hyogo — From time to time, visitors to Kiyoshikojin Seichoji temple, or the road lead...
June 21, 2025
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Hiroshima: UNESCO-Designated Japanese Rice-Planting Ritual Takes Place to Music Rhythm
KITA-HIROSHIMA, Hiroshima — Mibu no Hana Taue, a rice planting ritual to pray for a good harvest,...
June 21, 2025
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