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Yomiuri EditorialGovt bears heavy responsibility for failing to take measures on asbestos
The dangers of asbestos had been pointed out from early on, but the failure to take necessary measur...
May 18, 2021
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Japan In FocusTokyo: Blind scholar assembled historic library
This year marks the 200th anniversary of the death of Hanawa Hokiichi (1746-1821), a blind Japanese ...
May 18, 2021
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Japan In FocusIshikawa: Kanazawa’s Omicho Market marks 300th anniversary
KANAZAWA — It has been 300 years since the opening of the Omicho Market, known as the kitchen of Kan...
May 18, 2021
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Yomiuri Editorial
Prevent Israeli-Palestinian clashes from escalating into regional conflict
The armed conflict between Israelis and Palestinians is escalating. It must be contained as soon as ...
May 18, 2021
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General NewsNiigata ‘iron ice cream’ pumps up local metalware industry
NIIGATA — Ice cream with a topping of edible iron powder has made its debut in the Tsubame-Sanjo are...
May 18, 2021
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DeliciousCold brew coffee: Good things come to those who wait
Cold brew, a type of coffee made by steeping ground coffee beans in room-temperature water, has been...
May 18, 2021
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DeliciousTime is ripe for nutritious, delicious kiwis
Kiwifruit is growing increasingly popular, with 2020 marking a record high for imports. While sweete...
May 18, 2021
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Economy
Progress in vaccinations key to economic recovery
Japan’s gross domestic product for fiscal 2020 fell dramatically amid a failure to contain the novel...
May 18, 2021
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TroubleshooterI really wish I’d been born with a pretty face
Dear Troubleshooter: I’m a 16-year-old girl, and I always wonder why I wasn’t born pretty. I’ve ...
May 18, 2021
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Art
‘Scroll that cannot be hung’ on display at Nara temple
SAKURAI, Nara – A replica of one of the nation’s largest hanging scrolls, depicting the statue of th...
May 17, 2021
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Yomiuri Editorial
Investor protection must be top concern when considering SPACs
Going public through a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC), a type of company that does not o...
May 17, 2021
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Yomiuri Editorial
Promote trailblazing local efforts on decarbonization as examples for nation
In an effort to realize decarbonization, a number of local governments have set a goal of reducing t...
May 17, 2021
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EconomyInternational rating system eyed for fuel efficiency of large ships
A new international rating system on the fuel efficiency of oceangoing ships sailing beyond national...
May 17, 2021
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General NewsAccessibility app among ways to help wheelchair users find their way
Improving accessibility is an important task ahead of this summer’s Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics. ...
May 17, 2021
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Politics & Government
Political parties in Japan compete over child-rearing policies
The ruling and opposition parties have been actively discussing policies related to children and chi...
May 17, 2021