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Yomiuri EditorialReading Promotion Month: Consciously Make Time to Interact with Books
The trend away from reading books is said to be serious, but many people must want to read books ...
October 26, 2025
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General NewsJapan Grapples with Deepfake Pornography, with Laws Yet to Catch Up
Deepfake pornography is increasingly causing serious harm in Japan. Such deepfakes are created wi...
October 26, 2025
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TechnologyFuture with Artificial Buddhas; How can AI Help Maintain Buddhism in an Increasingly Disinterested World?
The wisdom of the Buddha may one day be in the palm of your hand, with a BuddhaBot icon on your p...
October 26, 2025
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MuseumsTreasured Statues from Kohfukuji Set Serene Mood in Tokyo National Museum, Invite Visitors to See Unique Collection
Stand under the watchful gaze of the future Buddha Miroku, two bodhisattvas and the Four Deva Kin...
October 26, 2025
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General NewsBear Attacks 75-Year-Old Woman Picking Persimmons, Bites Her Arm, Head
A 75-year-old woman was taken to hospital on Sunday after being attacked by a bear in Nanto, Toya...
October 26, 2025
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DeliciousBamboo Steamers Catch On with the Health Conscious, People Looking to Cook Quick Meals
Bamboo steamers, which can cook food quickly without oil, are growing more popular.
...October 26, 2025
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Associated PressTrump Attends Ceasefire Ceremony with Thailand and Cambodia during Malaysia Visit
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AP) — Thailand and Cambodia signed an expanded ceasefire agreement on Sun...
October 26, 2025
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General NewsBear Spotted near Kyoto’s Arashiyama, Close to World Heritage Site Temple
KYOTO — Sightings of bears and animals believed to be bears are increasing in residential areas o...
October 26, 2025
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Japan In FocusKochi Pref. Town Breaks Nagashi Somen Guinness World Record; Event by Young Volunteers Beats Previous Oita Pref. Town Record
An event attempting the Guinness World Record for the longest nagashi somen, where somen noodles ...
October 26, 2025
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CompaniesToyota to Import Its U.S.-Made Cars to Japan
Toyota Motor Corp. will inform the U.S. government of its plans to import its cars manufactured i...
October 26, 2025
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Crime & CourtsConspiracy Theories on Ex-PM Abe’s Fatal Shooting Still Circulated on Social Media, Including Existence of ‘True Sniper’
Three years have passed since the fatal shooting of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, and some pe...
October 26, 2025
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DeliciousDelicious Deep-Fried Eggplant Dish Tastes Like Home
Nabeshigi is a perfect accompaniment to rice, featuring deep-fried, tender eggplant coated in a r...
October 26, 2025
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PerspectivesOld Town Blends with Extraordinary Art in Sumida
The Sumida Mukojima Expo 6 is being held in the northern part of Tokyo’s Sumida Ward, a district whe...
October 26, 2025
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General News85-Year-Old Woman Suffers Head Injury in Bear Attack in Akita Pref.
An 85-year-old woman was attacked by a bear and suffered head injuries while washing vegetables o...
October 26, 2025
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Politics & GovernmentTakaichi, Trump Agree to Elevate Alliance to New Heights in 1st Call Since PM Took Office
KUALA LUMPUR — Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and U.S. President Donald Trump agreed to elevate th...
October 26, 2025