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Olympics & ParalympicsMilano Cortina 2026: Sakamoto Serves as Flag Bearer; Japan Earns Record 24 Winter Games Medals
VERONA, Italy (Jiji Press) — Japan earned a record number of Winter Olympics medals, at 24, at th...
February 23, 2026
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Associated PressKim Reelected to Top Post of North Korea’s Ruling Party as It Hails His Nuclear Buildup
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korean leader Kim Jong Un was reelected to the top post of the ru...
February 23, 2026
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Imperial FamilyJapan’s Emperor Turns 66, Expresses Sympathy for Regions Hit by Heavy Snow (UPDATE 1)
The Emperor received well-wishes from members of the public gathering to celebrate his 66th birth...
February 23, 2026
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Crime & Courts3 Japanese Nationals Arrested in Philippines for Alleged Involvement in Fraud
HANOI — Four people, including three Japanese nationals, have been arrested in Pampanga Province ...
February 23, 2026
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Olympics & ParalympicsMilano Cortina 2026: There Were Cheers across the Country, after US Men Win First Olympic Hockey Gold since 1980
CORTINA D'AMPEZZO, Italy (AP) — They chanted “U-S-A! U-S-A!” and a few openly wept at Lake Placid...
February 23, 2026
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ObituariesLuna Sea Drummer Shinya Dies at 56; Powerful Drummer Behind ‘Desire,’ Other Hits
Shinya, the drummer for the popular rock band Luna Sea, died on Tuesday at 56, the group’s offici...
February 23, 2026
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General NewsTemperatures Rising in Kanto, with 22 C Predicted in Central Tokyo, Saitama; Shizuoka Expected to Reach 23 C
Temperatures are expected to rise in the Kanto region on Monday, with many areas expected to reac...
February 23, 2026
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Olympics & ParalympicsMilano Cortina 2026: Riku-Ryu Duo Stick Together During Closing Ceremony; Kihara Lifts Miura to Take Photo
Figure skating pair gold medalists Riku Miura and Ryuichi Kihara walked side by side during the c...
February 23, 2026
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Olympics & ParalympicsMilano Cortina 2026: ‘Magical’ Italian Games Close with Party in Ancient Verona Arena
VERONA, Italy, Feb 22 (Reuters) - Italy said a fond farewell to the Winter Olympics on Sunday wit...
February 23, 2026
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General NewsTokyo Skytree to Remain Closed Through Tuesday for Safety Checks after 20 People Trapped for Hours at Night (Update 1)
Tokyo Skytree in Sumida Ward, Tokyo, will be temporarily closed on Monday for safety checks follo...
February 23, 2026
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Jiji PressEmperor Turns 66 Ahead of Disaster Milestones
TOKYO (Jiji Press) — The Emperor turned 66 on Monday, ahead of the 15th anniversary of the Great ...
February 23, 2026
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Wider WorldUkrainian Ambassador Closely Watching Japan’s Revision of Defense Export Rules, Hopes for Future Arms Support
Ukrainian Ambassador to Japan Yurii Lutovinov says his country is closely monitoring discussions ...
February 23, 2026
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EconomyJapan’s Major Real Estate Firms Expanding Overseas Businesses to Secure Future Growth, Focusing on Europe, U.S., Asia
LONDON — Japan’s major real estate companies are expanding businesses overseas. With the ease of ...
February 23, 2026
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General NewsTokyo Skytree’s Elevator Stops, Trapping 20 People; All Rescued (Update 1)
An elevator stopped about 30 meters above ground, trapping 20 people inside at Tokyo Skytree in S...
February 22, 2026
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Wider WorldChina, India Tapping into Promising African Market; Beijing Announces Tariff Cuts, Both Countries Aim to Expand Exports
DURBAN, South Africa — China and India are keen to tap into the African market, which has a high ...
February 22, 2026