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General NewsLDP Calls for Financial Support for Bear-Control Measures; Party Proposes Subsidies for Box Traps, Electric Fences, Hiring Licensed Hunters
The Liberal Democratic Party will call for the inclusion of financial support measures in a packa...
November 12, 2025
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General NewsFourth Match of Ryuo Shogi Series Held at Racecourse; Victory Would Make Fujii Eligible For Lifetime Title
KYOTO — The fourth match of the best-of-seven Ryuo title series began at Kyoto Racecourse in Kyot...
November 12, 2025
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BaseballEconomic Impact Generated during Postseason by Dodgers’ 3 Japanese Players Estimated at ¥132.8 Bil.; Total Includes Spending on Tickets, Food, Merchandise
The economic impact generated during Major League Baseball’s 2025 postseason by the three Japanes...
November 12, 2025
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ReutersStablecoin Issuer Predicts Growing Presence in Japan’s Bond Market
TOKYO (Reuters) — Stablecoin issuers could become major buyers of Japanese government bonds in se...
November 12, 2025
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Crime & CourtsHokkaido Boat Operator Head Pleads Not Guilty over Fatal Sinking
KUSHIRO, Hokkaido (Jiji Press) — Seiichi Katsurada, president of the operator of a tour boat that...
November 12, 2025
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General NewsMan Injured in Bear Attack While Walking Dog in Iwate
A man in his 40s was injured after a bear scratched his head and arms on the street in front of h...
November 12, 2025
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Politics & GovernmentTakaichi Says Government Will Financially Support Municipalities Combating Bear Attacks; Emergency Policy Package to Be Finalized by Mid-November
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said Wednesday that financial support measures for municipalities c...
November 12, 2025
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EconomyJapan Prime Minister Takaichi Vows to Have Country Exit Deflation, Closely Monitor Economic Indicators
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi expressed her strong intention to closely watch economic indicators...
November 12, 2025
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SumoGiant Cardboard Sumo Wrestling to Be Held in Tokyo’s Sumida Ward; Applications Open for Workshops Ahead of 7th Year of Tournament
An event where 1.8-meter-tall sumo wrestlers made from cardboard compete on the dohyo ring will b...
November 12, 2025
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Yomiuri EditorialUnsolved Incidents: Police should Reexamine Evidence and Information
It is impossible to tell what might lead to a suspect’s arrest in a case. The hope is that police...
November 12, 2025
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Yomiuri Editorial
Growth Strategies: Enhance National Strength through Bold Investment
Accelerating growth strategies is essential to rebuild the Japanese economy, which has been stagn...
November 12, 2025
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Politics & GovernmentJapanese Government Lodges Protest over Russian Entry Ban via Diplomatic Channels; ‘Attempt to Deflect Blame’ over Ukraine War
Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara announced Wednesday that Japan has lodged a protest with th...
November 12, 2025
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General NewsTori-No-Ichi Festival in Asakusa, Tokyo, Begins; Worshippers Buy Items to Bring Good Fortune
The first of this year’s traditional Tori-no-Ichi festivals, held each November for good luck and...
November 12, 2025
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GlobalJapan, Thailand to Report Climate Credit Sharing to U.N. after Japanese Tech Helps to Cut Thailand’s Emissions
p>BELEM, Brazil — Japan and Thailand have agreed to report to the United Nations that Japan will rec...
November 12, 2025
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Associated PressJapanese Maker Sony’s Profit Soars on Success of ‘Demon Slayer’ Animation
TOKYO (AP) — Japanese electronics and entertainment company Sony's profit rose 7% in July-Septemb...
November 12, 2025