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General NewsHave sauna, will travel in Hokkaido
A manufacturing company in Hokkaido has converted a recreational vehicle into a sauna, in a bid to h...
September 7, 2021
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Politics & GovernmentLDP factions might loosen members’ leashes in leadership race
With some Liberal Democratic Party factions hinting at loosening the leashes of members in the leade...
September 7, 2021
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Politics & GovernmentHealth ministry warns of risks for underweight women
According to a Health, Labor and Welfare Ministry survey, about one in five Japanese women in their ...
September 7, 2021
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Politics & GovernmentIshiba considers not running for LDP presidency
Shigeru Ishiba, a former secretary general of the Liberal Democratic Party, is considering not runni...
September 7, 2021
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MuseumsMuseum commemorates ‘Sazae-san’ creator
Visitors are greeted by panels of characters from the manga “Sazae-san” (Mrs. Sazae) upon entering a...
September 7, 2021
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Japan In FocusA unique take on a wine label
KOSHU, Yamanashi — A person with disabilities has designed a wine label for one of the eight winerie...
September 7, 2021
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Japan In FocusVolunteers help foreign families with school info
OYAMA, Tochigi — A voluntary organization in Oyama, Tochigi Prefecture, offered guidance on Aug. 22 ...
September 7, 2021
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CompaniesApple’s FTC-prompted fee revision should benefit makers, users of apps
Will this be a step toward making mutual progress with the understanding of its business partners? U...
September 7, 2021
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Yomiuri EditorialChina’s large military buildup means Japan must boost defense capabilities
China’s military buildup has brought about a major change in the military balance in East Asia. To s...
September 7, 2021
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DeliciousTwo foolproof takes on canned mackerel
Canned mackerel is a lip-smacking staple in any pantry, popular for both its long shelf life and as ...
September 7, 2021
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EconomyOverseas partnerships cause headwinds for airlines
BANGKOK — A spate of foreign airline companies in alliances and partnerships with major Japanese air...
September 6, 2021
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Politics & GovernmentJapan’s vaccine czar Kono picked by 23% as suitable next PM, Yomiuri poll finds
Taro Kono, minister in charge of administrative and regulatory reforms, was picked by 23% of respond...
September 6, 2021
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Politics & Government
Public opinion likely to affect LDP presidential election
The upcoming presidential election for the Liberal Democratic Party is likely to focus on choosing “...
September 6, 2021
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Yomiuri Editorial
Tokyo Paralympic Games encourage people to face, overcome difficulties
The curtain has come down on the Tokyo Paralympic Games, which returned to the capital for the first...
September 6, 2021
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Yomiuri Editorial
Unceasing efforts needed to improve availability of childcare services
Utmost efforts must continue to improve the availability of childcare services. According to the He...
September 6, 2021