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FashionHot topics in Tokyo’s Omotesando area
Having a flagship store along Chuo-dori in the Ginza district of Tokyo, or along the capital’s Omote...
December 2, 2022
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Imperial FamilyEmperor enjoys cultural appreciation with Mongolian president
The Emperor and Empress met with Mongolian President Ukhnaa Khurelsukh and his wife on Wednesday at ...
December 2, 2022
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Soccer World CupGermany’s soul-searching begins after another World Cup flop
AL KHOR, Qatar (AP) — Another World Cup, another flop. Former soccer power Germany is facing anothe...
December 2, 2022
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ObituariesActor Toru Watanabe dies at 61
Actor Toru Watanabe died Monday of sepsis at the age of 61....
December 2, 2022
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Soccer World CupSoccer-Moriyasu praises Japan’s coolness under fire in second big upset
DOHA, Dec 1 (Reuters) - Japan coach Hajime Moriyasu praised the perseverance of his players after th...
December 2, 2022
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Soccer World CupCareless Spain get reality check from Japan
DOHA, Dec 1 (Reuters) - It looked like business as usual for Spain in their final World Cup Group E ...
December 2, 2022
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General NewsArtificial pond reflects Himeji Castle ahead of World Heritage anniversary
An artificial pond reflects the illuminated keep of Himeji Castle in Himeji, Hyogo Prefecture, on We...
December 2, 2022
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Soccer World CupJapan beats Spain 2-1 as both teams advance at World Cup
DOHA (AP) — Japan scored twice early in the second half to come from behind to defeat Spain 2-1 on T...
December 2, 2022
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General NewsDrying times
Freshly made soba noodles are dried at a factory in Shintoku, Hokkaido, where production is at its p...
December 2, 2022
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DeliciousSeasonal flavors, luxury ingredients make kakigori shaved ice popular even in winter
Winter may be coming, but the number of stores specializing in kakigori shaved ice has continued to ...
December 1, 2022
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Crime & CourtsTokyo court: Legal provisions that don’t recognize same-sex marriage are constitutional
Provisions in laws such as the Civil Code that do not allow same-sex marriage are constitutional, th...
December 1, 2022
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Asia-PacificJiang Zemin relied on patriotism for China’s stability
Jiang Zemin’s visit to Japan in November 1998 left bitter memories for the Japanese. On the gr...
December 1, 2022
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EnvironmentBlue whales may ingest 10 mil. pieces of microplastic daily
WASHINGTON (Reuters) — As Earth’s largest animals, blue whales are mighty big eaters, gulping tons o...
December 1, 2022
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TechnologyDrone taxi takes 1st spin near Paris
PARIS (Reuters) — An electric helicopter with multiple rotors took its first flight in conventional ...
December 1, 2022
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General NewsConvenience stores, railway companies get on board energy-saving drive
Convenience store chains and railway companies are among the businesses helping to reduce power cons...
December 1, 2022