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Defense & SecurityCan’t abstain from hunger: Moscow and Beijing spread food insecurity and debt subservience
Since the beginning of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, there has been a good deal of debate about a ne...
May 12, 2022
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Books & LiteraturePage found from book of commentary on ‘The Tale of Genji’
A page from a book of commentary on “Genji Monogatari” (“The Tale of Genji”) by poet Fujiwara no Tei...
May 12, 2022
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ArtInternational support urged for Ukrainian cultural properties
World Heritage sites and other valuable cultural properties in Ukraine are facing a crisis due to Ru...
May 12, 2022
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Defense & SecurityNorth Korea launches 3 ballistic missiles
SEOUL — South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff said Thursday that North Korea launched three short-rang...
May 12, 2022
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General NewsPotential link between bone fragments, missing girl’s mom
A family connection could not be ruled out between the DNA in bone fragments discovered near a campi...
May 12, 2022
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CoronavirusNo need for masks with 2-meter distancing outdoors
TOKYO (Jiji Press) — The government advises people to take off their COVID-19 face masks outdoors if...
May 12, 2022
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Politics & GovernmentJapan, EU leaders affirm cooperation against Russia
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida held talks with European Council President Charles Michel and European...
May 12, 2022
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Ramen of JapanUguisuya / Delicious clear seafood-based broth with a unique touch
Soshigaya-Okura station, located on the Odakyu Line in Setagaya Ward, Tokyo is known for its Ultrama...
May 12, 2022
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Politics & GovernmentVon der Leyen: Ukraine crisis shows Japan, EU can rely on each other
BRUSSELS — The European Union will expand cooperation with Japan in areas including sanctions agains...
May 12, 2022
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Politics & GovernmentJapan, Finland confirm unity in dealing with Russia
TOKYO (Jiji Press) — Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and Finnish counterpart Sanna Marin on Wednesday c...
May 12, 2022
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TennisTennis-Osaka breaks from IMG to start own sports agency
Four-times major winner Naomi Osaka is breaking away from IMG to launch her own sports agency with l...
May 12, 2022
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MusicYNSO gives 1st Okinawa Pref. concert in 30 years
The Yomiuri Nippon Symphony Orchestra (YNSO) performed in Naha on Wednesday to commemorate the 50th ...
May 12, 2022
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Weekly EditionThe Japan News / Weekly Edition (5/13-5/19)
Our weekly ePaper presents the most noteworthy recent topics in an exciting, readable format. View t...
May 12, 2022
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Associated PressPassengers injured as plane leaves runway in western China
BEIJING (AP) — A Chinese passenger jet left the runway upon takeoff and caught fire in western China...
May 12, 2022
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Associated PressBiden hosts ASEAN as he looks to show Pacific commitment
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden is hosting leaders from the Association of Southeast Asian Nat...
May 12, 2022