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ElectionsSurvey: Candidates split over defense capabilities
A Yomiuri Shimbun survey of candidates running in the upcoming House of Representatives election has...
October 28, 2021
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Elections60％ of lower house candidates favor revising Japan’s Constitution
Revising the Constitution is favored by 60% of the candidates for the upcoming House of Representati...
October 28, 2021
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Politics & GovernmentMajority of LDP candidates support male-only succession to Imperial throne
Only 26% of politicians responding to a Yomiuri Shimbun survey supported limiting succession to the ...
October 28, 2021
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General NewsEntrepreneurial twins seek societal change toward disabled people through art
Two young entrepreneurs who intrinsically know this are on a mission to change societal notions towa...
October 28, 2021
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Politics & GovernmentParties must explain realistic details of plans for economic revitalization
In the face of a declining population, strengthening the growth strategy is essential to revive the ...
October 28, 2021
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CompaniesChina Evergrande Group continues walking financial tightrope
BEIJING — Major property developer China Evergrande Group has so far managed to avoid default, as th...
October 28, 2021
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EconomyEU must strengthen its cooperation, look to future on natural gas supply
The European Union has been forced to deal with soaring natural gas prices in Europe. To ensure a st...
October 28, 2021
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ElectionsSurvey: Kishida rated more favorably among election candidates than Abe in 2017
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, president of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, was the most favorab...
October 28, 2021
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Imperial FamilyHow can we ensure that Imperial family members’ weddings are celebrated?
Although she was setting out on a new phase of her life, former Princess Mako’s smile was subdued at...
October 27, 2021
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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