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Political SeriesJapan Expert Calls for Long-term Evaluation of Vaccines
This is the fifth installment of a series in which intellectuals share their thoughts on political i...
January 12, 2021
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Social SeriesResidents, Businesses Saying Sayonara to Tokyo
The coronavirus pandemic is spurring some residents and companies to leave Tokyo in hopes of finding...
January 12, 2021
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General NewsJapan to Test Smartphone-satellite System to Collect Safety Data during Disasters
The government will use communications among smartphones and a satellite to quickly assess the damag...
January 12, 2021
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CompaniesEmbattled Kimono Belt Maker Sees ‘Miraculous Turnaround’ with Silk Masks
This is the third installment of a series that looks at people seeking and developing new business o...
January 11, 2021
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General NewsU.S. Karate Master Holds Practices at ‘Cyberdojo’
HIKONE, Shiga — “Look, and punch,” sounded the voice of shihan (master instructor) Robert Knott, 49,...
January 11, 2021
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General NewsBamboo Rising: Kamakura’s Ancient Struggles, Natural Beauty
Bamboo shoots use up most of their energy in spring just to grow out of the ground and in Autumn, wh...
January 11, 2021
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CompaniesJapan Firms Offer Employees more Diversified Workplace Choices
Imagine yourself and a few colleagues working a five-minute drive away from the beach, wearing casua...
January 11, 2021
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Social SeriesOmi: Govt must Explain if Expert Opinion not Followed
Leaders and intellectuals share their thoughts on political issues Japan will tackle this year in th...
January 11, 2021
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Asia-PacificChina Aims to Strengthen Power of Maritime Authorities
BEIJING — China intends to include provisions for blocking foreign vessels from passing through its ...
January 11, 2021
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Yomiuri EditorialYoung Adults on Coming-of-Age Day Urged to Look Ahead without Flinching
How should people look ahead and move forward in an era of uncertainty? It is hoped that young peopl...
January 11, 2021
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Yomiuri Editorial
Prevent Voter Turnout from Falling as Number of Polling Stations Dwindles
Largely due to depopulation and municipal mergers, the number of polling stations set up for electio...
January 11, 2021
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CoronavirusHokkaido’s Niseko Ski Resort Targets Domestic Customers, Promotes Workations
KUTCHAN, Hokkaido — Hokkaido’s Niseko area, an international tourist destination, is taking extra st...
January 11, 2021
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DeliciousCraft Beers Adding New Flavors in Fierce Market
Craft beer, unique in flavor and culture, has been drinking up market share for years. For many craf...
January 11, 2021
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CompaniesTOTO President: Addressing Needs Triggered by Pandemic
The economic environment has dramatically changed due to the spread of the novel coronavirus. What k...
January 11, 2021
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CoronavirusJapan Manufacturer Creates Transparent Mask
IGA, Mie — A company that manufactures traditional braided cords known as Iga kumihimo has developed...
January 10, 2021