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General NewsLax club activity draws attention of schools
Lax club activities — with no hierarchical relationship between seniors and juniors, and no emphasis...
October 27, 2021
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General NewsHelp children feel affinity for printed matter by creating attractive libraries
Books transport us beyond time and space into a new world. It is important to cherish our encounters...
October 27, 2021
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Imperial FamilyCongratulations to Princess Mako, Komuro as they embark on new life
Princess Mako, the eldest daughter of Crown Prince Akishino and Crown Princess Kiko, has married. De...
October 27, 2021
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Imperial FamilyIn support of the Emperor: The roles and responsibilities of the female members of Japan’s Imperial family
Princess Mako, the eldest daughter of Crown Prince Akishino and Crown Princess Kiko, married on Tues...
October 26, 2021
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Politics & GovernmentJapan’s ruling party pins hopes on political dynasty to retain LDP’s lone seat in Okinawa
Kosaburo Nishime’s portfolio as a member of Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s Cabinet means traveling f...
October 26, 2021
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Japan In FocusTokyo: Literary salon shows history of Osamu Dazai
The Dazai Osamu Literary Salon — opened in Mitaka, Tokyo, in 2008 — was built to showcase the histor...
October 26, 2021
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Japan In FocusShizuoka: Tiny octopus charms visitors
NUMAZU, Shizuoka — An attraction featuring a baby mendako octopus is now open to the public at Izu M...
October 26, 2021
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Japan In FocusHokkaido: Imperial couple attend greenery ceremony online
SAPPORO — Crown Prince Akishino and Crown Princess Kiko reached out to local children taking part in...
October 26, 2021
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DeliciousCurry from discarded okara to solve food waste
A man in Kokubunji, Tokyo, developed prepackaged curry using okara soy pulp, which is usually discar...
October 26, 2021
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General NewsRampant illegal ‘fast movies’ pose questions about consumer awareness
Video clips on the internet include many that are suspected of having been illegally posted without ...
October 26, 2021
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Economy
Make up for weakness of renewable energy to realize decarbonization
How to balance the promotion of decarbonization, aiming for zero greenhouse gas emissions, and the s...
October 26, 2021
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General NewsFukushima school reopens as March 11 memorial
FUKUSHIMA — A school in Fukushima Prefecture damaged by tsunami during the Great East Japan Earthqua...
October 25, 2021
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CoronavirusMany suffering from long-term aftereffects of COVID-19
An increasing number of people are suffering from long-term aftereffects of the novel coronavirus, w...
October 25, 2021
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General News
Create rules for job sites to give candidates, employers peace of mind
With the spread of the internet, a growing number of people have looked for employment opportunities...
October 25, 2021
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Elections
By-election defeat deals blow to Kishida in 1st test as prime minister
The defeat dealt a crushing blow to Prime Minister Fumio Kishida in his first election battle since ...
October 25, 2021