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Asia-PacificTae Hitoto Leads Japanese Cyclists Planning Trip Around Taiwan to Express Gratitude for Post-Disaster Support
TAIPEI — A group of cyclists led by actress and author Tae Hitoto plans to cycle around Taiwan to...
February 5, 2026
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CompaniesTEPCO to Reactivate Nuclear Reactor at Kashiwazaki-Kariwa Power Plant As Early As Monday
Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings, Inc. plans to reactivate the No. 6 reactor at its Kashiwaz...
February 5, 2026
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Travel SpotsJapan’s Ginkakuji Temple to Increase Admission Fees for 1st Time in 32 Years from April
KYOTO — Admission fees to Ginkakuji temple, a World Heritage Site, will increase from April for t...
February 5, 2026
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SumoSumo Scene / Sumo Matches Watched by Japan’s Emperor for 1st Time in 6 Years
During last month’s New Year Grand Sumo Tournament, which came to a feverish conclusion, one hot ...
February 5, 2026
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EconomyTMSC to Produce 3-Nanometer Semiconductors in Japan’s Kumamoto Pref.; Takaichi Pledges Support in Meeting with Executives
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) told the Japanese government on Thursday about its ...
February 5, 2026
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General NewsTravel Across PokéPark KANTO, Searching Far and Wide for Your Favorite Pokémon
There are over 600 individual Pokémon at PokéPark KANTO including Psyduck grasping its head, Farf...
February 5, 2026
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General NewsAustralian Woman Died of Asphyxiation in Nagano Ski Lift Accident; Victim Is Believed to Have Been Pulled Along by Backpack Chest Strap
The cause of death for the woman who became suspended from a ski lift at Tsugaike Mountain Resort...
February 5, 2026
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Weekly EditionThe Japan News / Weekly Edition (2/6-2/12)
Our weekly ePaper presents the most noteworthy recent topics in an exciting, readable format. Vie...
February 5, 2026
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Travel SpotsJapan’s 36th Intl Orchid, Flower Show Kicks Off in Tokyo
The Japan Grand Prix International Orchid and Flower Show 2026 opened on Thursday at Tokyo Dome C...
February 5, 2026
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CompaniesToyota to Boost Global Hybrid Vehicle Production by 30% in 2028
Toyota Motor Corp. plans to boost its global production of hybrid vehicles to about 6.7 million u...
February 5, 2026
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Political CartoonsCARTOON OF THE DAY (February 5)
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February 5, 2026
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Politics & GovernmentJapan’s Environment Ministry Allows Press to See Inside Building Storing, Preparing Soil from Fukushima Meant for Reuse
The Environment Ministry allowed the press on Wednesday to see inside the building where preparat...
February 5, 2026
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General NewsPoképark KANTO Opens, Welcomes Fans from Home and Abroad
Pokémon fans can now visit the first permanent outdoor Pokémon facility, PokéPark KANTO, which of...
February 5, 2026
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ElectionsConsumption Tax Cut Could Cause Headaches for Retailers; Updates to Point-of-Sale Systems Expected to Take Time
Japan’s major political parties have made cutting the consumption tax rate part of their campaign...
February 5, 2026
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Yomiuri EditorialExports of Agricultural, Forestry and Fishery Products: Potential Appeal of Japanese Food is Immense
Interest in Japanese food is growing overseas. It is hoped that its immense potential appeal will...
February 5, 2026