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Politics & GovernmentJapanese Govt to Enhance Cooperation for African Countries to Help Them Introduce Japanese School Education System
The government plans to enhance cooperation with African countries to help them introduce the Jap...
August 18, 2025
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CompaniesJapanese Firms Set up Vocational Schools in Asia, as Competition Grows with China and South Korea over Workers
BANGKOK — Japanese businesses are increasingly moving to set up Japanese-style vocational schools...
August 17, 2025
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BaseballMatsui Throws Ceremonial Pitch for Giants Mentor, Hopes Younger Players Will Inherit Nagashima’s Love for Fans
Standing on the mound for a ceremonial pitch on Saturday, baseball great Hideki Matsui gently rai...
August 17, 2025
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TroubleshooterMy Anxious Father Has Put a Damper on My Retired Life
Dear Troubleshooter: I’m a retired man in my 60s who lives with and cares for my 90-year-old fath...
August 17, 2025
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BaseballOh, Matsui, Other Japanese Baseball Stars, Honor Legendary Nagashima at Memorial Game Held at Tokyo Dome
Former Yomiuri Giants star players gathered for a memorial game to honor baseball legend Shigeo N...
August 17, 2025
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Troubleshooter
My Brother in His 50s Quit His Job, Struggles to Find a New One 2 Years Later
Dear Troubleshooter: I’m a homemaker in my late 50s. Two years ago, my brother, who is single and...
August 17, 2025
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PerspectivesJapan Expands Roadside Stations to Serve as Disaster Response Hubs, Boosting National Resilience
Interest is growing in the disaster response functions of Michi-no-Eki roadside stations, which h...
August 17, 2025
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Travel SpotsUNESCO-Recognized Nishimonai Bon Odori Dance Ritual Starts in Akita Prefecture
AKITA — The Nishimonai Bon Odori dance ritual that has been recognized by UNESCO as an intangible...
August 17, 2025
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Yomiuri EditorialU.S.-Russia Summit: Ceasefire Impossible with Shortsighted Deals
Clearly, the idea that concessions could be drawn from Russian President Vladimir Putin by treati...
August 17, 2025
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Yomiuri Editorial
Fake-Police Scams: Investigators Never Ask for Money Transfers
Scams in which criminals pose as police officers and pretend to be investigating in order to stea...
August 17, 2025
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Japan In FocusKumamoto: 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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Japan In FocusShimane: 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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GolfAkie Iwai Shoots 64 in Portland to Take Lead in Bid for First LPGA Tour Title
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Akie Iwai of Japan eagled the fifth hole and birdied the other three par 5s...
August 17, 2025
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Japan In FocusWakayama: 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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Japan In FocusHeirs 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