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General News
Implanting microchip in pet dogs, cats to become mandatory in June in Japan
Implanting a microchip in pet dogs and cats and registering the owner’s contact information will bec...
April 26, 2022
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Associated Press
Russia hits faraway targets; diplomat warns of risk of WWIII
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russia unleashed a string of attacks Monday against rail and fuel installations...
April 26, 2022
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Economy
Japan services producer prices hit 21-year high
TOKYO (Jiji Press) — Services producer prices in Japan rose 1.3% from a year before to a 21-year hig...
April 26, 2022
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Coronavirus
More free antigen test sites planned for Japan’s Golden Week holidays
The government has decided to set up temporary sites offering free antigen at about 50 locations, as...
April 26, 2022
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Political Cartoons
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April 26, 2022
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General News
Ministry looks to boost regional revitalization support program
The Internal Affairs and Communications Ministry plans to set up a panel as early as this summer to ...
April 26, 2022
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General News
Ukraine removes Emperor Showa from video after Japan protests
TOKYO (AP) — Ukraine's government has apologized and removed a photo of Japanese wartime Emperor Hir...
April 26, 2022
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General News
Park in Tokyo dedicated to lovable Monchhichi character gets makeover
A park in Tokyo dedicated to the popular character Monchhichi has been refurbished. Monchhichi Park...
April 26, 2022
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Delicious
That’s the spirit! Japanese gin exports rising
OSAKA — Japanese gin makers are raising a glass or two in celebration as exports of the spirit skyro...
April 26, 2022
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General News
Japan firm turns damaged kimono into new usable fabrics
OSAKA — An Osaka-based spinning company is giving old kimono a new lease on life by turning them int...
April 26, 2022
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General News
Poor handling of tour boat suspected in Shiretoko accident
Boats run by the operator of a sightseeing boat that went missing Saturday off the Shiretoko Peninsu...
April 26, 2022
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Delicious
Farmers reproduce apple drink in Osamu Dazai novel
AOMORI — Farmers in Goshogawara, Aomori Prefecture, recently created an alcoholic apple cider that a...
April 26, 2022
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Associated Press
Elon Musk buys Twitter for $44B and will take it private
Elon Musk reached an agreement to buy Twitter for roughly $44 billion on Monday, promising a more le...
April 26, 2022
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Delicious
Enjoy the fruits of a strawberry daifuku recipe
Wagashi Japanese sweets are not only a treat for the taste buds, but the eyes as well. As the confec...
April 26, 2022
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Manga & Anime
Japanese manga-themed manhole covers proving an unusual hit
Manhole covers featuring popular manga characters are creating a stir in Tokyo’s Taito Ward. The co...
April 26, 2022