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CoronavirusMore free antigen test sites planned for Japan’s Golden Week holidays
The government has decided to set up temporary sites offering free antigen at about 50 locations, as...
April 26, 2022
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Political CartoonsCARTOON OF THE DAY (April 26)
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April 26, 2022
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General NewsMinistry looks to boost regional revitalization support program
The Internal Affairs and Communications Ministry plans to set up a panel as early as this summer to ...
April 26, 2022
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General NewsUkraine removes Emperor Showa from video after Japan protests
TOKYO (AP) — Ukraine's government has apologized and removed a photo of Japanese wartime Emperor Hir...
April 26, 2022
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General NewsPark in Tokyo dedicated to lovable Monchhichi character gets makeover
A park in Tokyo dedicated to the popular character Monchhichi has been refurbished. Monchhichi Park...
April 26, 2022
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DeliciousThat’s the spirit! Japanese gin exports rising
OSAKA — Japanese gin makers are raising a glass or two in celebration as exports of the spirit skyro...
April 26, 2022
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General NewsJapan firm turns damaged kimono into new usable fabrics
OSAKA — An Osaka-based spinning company is giving old kimono a new lease on life by turning them int...
April 26, 2022
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General NewsPoor handling of tour boat suspected in Shiretoko accident
Boats run by the operator of a sightseeing boat that went missing Saturday off the Shiretoko Peninsu...
April 26, 2022
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DeliciousFarmers reproduce apple drink in Osamu Dazai novel
AOMORI — Farmers in Goshogawara, Aomori Prefecture, recently created an alcoholic apple cider that a...
April 26, 2022
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Associated PressElon Musk buys Twitter for $44B and will take it private
Elon Musk reached an agreement to buy Twitter for roughly $44 billion on Monday, promising a more le...
April 26, 2022
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DeliciousEnjoy the fruits of a strawberry daifuku recipe
Wagashi Japanese sweets are not only a treat for the taste buds, but the eyes as well. As the confec...
April 26, 2022
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Manga & AnimeJapanese manga-themed manhole covers proving an unusual hit
Manhole covers featuring popular manga characters are creating a stir in Tokyo’s Taito Ward. The co...
April 26, 2022
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General NewsWorld’s oldest person dies at 119
Kane Tanaka, who was certified by Guinness World Records as the oldest living person, has passed awa...
April 26, 2022
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EconomyJapanese high-end bread boom hit by competition, Ukraine crisis
The high-end, loaf bread bakery shop boom in Japan seems to have reached a turning point. The number...
April 26, 2022
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General NewsRules for metaverse conduct being developed
Despite the word “metaverse” having just barely emerged in the modern lexicon, some cyber organizati...
April 26, 2022