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Defense & SecurityJapan PM looking at “option” of gaining capability to attack enemy bases after latest N. Korea missile launch
In response to North Korea’s latest missile launch, the National Security Council (NSC) on Tuesday c...
October 20, 2021
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CompaniesDocomo service disruption shows need for responsibility on security
A widespread communications failure occurred at NTT Docomo Inc. In addition to telephone calls, vari...
October 20, 2021
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ElectionsVoters must evaluate responsibility of parties’ plans for Japan’s future
This is an election to determine the course Japan should take after overcoming the present novel cor...
October 20, 2021
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General NewsPopular ekiben boxed lunches to be sold at Paris train station
AKITA — A popular ekiben, or train station bento boxed lunch, sold at Odate Station in Akita Prefect...
October 19, 2021
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General NewsCafe offers ‘once a month’ espresso
TANABE, Wakayama — The Once a Month of Coffee shop is open irregularly: Two days in a row per month....
October 19, 2021
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DeliciousA filling Peruvian dish with savory, sour taste
At this time of the year when the weather starts to cool down, we need to eat well to maintain our s...
October 19, 2021
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ElectionsAddress constitutional issues to realize digital society
In this seventh and final installment of a series on issues in the House of Representatives election...
October 19, 2021
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MuseumsMuseum rocks light novels, specialized books
TOKOROZAWA, Saitama — Last autumn, a gigantic rock-like structure was completed smack dab in the mid...
October 19, 2021
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Japan In FocusAutumn roses brighten visitors’ days
NAKANOJO, Gunma — Autumn roses in bright pinks and crimsons are blooming in all their glory at Nakan...
October 19, 2021
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Japan In FocusTea ceremony steeped in ancient poesy
TAKAOKA, Toyama — An annual grand tea ceremony was held on Oct. 2 in honor of Otomo no Yakamochi, an...
October 19, 2021
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ElectionsShow paths to policy goals in lower house election campaign / Economic revitalization ability to be judged
In the midst of difficult circumstances such as the spread of infectious diseases, economic stagnati...
October 19, 2021
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Crime & CourtsJapan seeks quick settlements in asbestos cases
A ruling party project team has been helping the government mediate settlement packages for the laws...
October 18, 2021
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General News‘Corralling’ rampant in serviced housing for elderly in Japan
Many operators of elderly housing that includes intermittent monitoring of the residents are increas...
October 18, 2021
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ElectionsOpposition parties need clear vision through united front to win support
The opposition parties have formed a united front as they work toward the House of Representatives e...
October 18, 2021
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Politics & GovernmentYomiuri survey finds close race in Shizuoka by-election, LDP advantage in Yamaguchi
A by-election for the House of Councillors in the Shizuoka constituency looks to be a close battle b...
October 18, 2021