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General NewsMeiji University Plans to Renovate Historic Hotel; Various Japanese Literary Figures Visited Hilltop Hotel to Write Their Works
Meiji University has purchased the land and the Hilltop Hotel in Chiyoda Ward, Tokyo, with plans ...
November 16, 2024
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General NewsTyphoon Usagi Expected to Turn into Tropical Cyclone; Okinawa May Have Heavy Rain
Typhoon Usagi is expected to turn into a tropical cyclone on Saturday, according to the Japan Met...
November 16, 2024
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Outside ContributorsJapanese Corporations, AI Startups Can Build Synergy; Both Have Qualities To Mutually Enhance Innovation
In February this year, I helped my client ClimateAI host a climate change wine tasting event at t...
November 16, 2024
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Political PulseLDP Faces Struggle To Survive As Minority Ruling Party; Ishiba Must Woo Opposition To Get Anything Done
The Japanese people punished the Liberal Democratic Party for its political funds scandals in the...
November 16, 2024
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Japan In FocusKyoto: Free Magazine Edited by Young Priests Celebrates 15th Year; ‘Freestyle Priests’Discussing Modern-Day Buddhism
KYOTO — A cross-denominational free magazine published by young Buddhist priests has celebrated i...
November 16, 2024
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Imperial FamilyPrincess Yuriko Part of Imperial Family for 83 Years;Witness to History Lived With Dignity, Elegance
Princess Yuriko spent 83 years of her life as a member of the Imperial family after marrying Prin...
November 16, 2024
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Defense & SecurityJapan, U.S., ROK Hold Joint Training; Nations Practice Combating Maritime, Aerial, Cyber Threats
Japan, the United States and South Korea held a three day joint multi-domain exercise called Free...
November 15, 2024
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Ramen of JapanNumber Nine 09 / Seafood Mazesoba Offers Delight Through Various Flavors; New Charm in Historical Soka
“Soka is becoming a ramen battleground with more and more delicious ramen shops opening up,” I wa...
November 15, 2024
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Japan In FocusDried Persimmon Season Has Arrived, Bringing Curtains of Bright Orange
The production of koro-gaki specialty dried persimmons is reaching its peak in Shika, Ishikawa Pr...
November 15, 2024
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Japan In FocusTrees Wreathed in Vivid Red Line Avenue in Kanazawa; Morning Sun Creates Vision of Flame, Delights Passersby
KANAZAWA — Leaves in Kanazawa have reached their autumnal peak.
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Washington PostArgentina’s President Considers Exiting Paris Agreement with Trump
BUENOS AIRES - Argentine President Javier Milei is evaluating whether to withdraw his country fro...
November 15, 2024
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Politics & GovernmentForeign Minister Iwaya Meets Counterparts from U.S., South Korea; Discussions Center on Russia, North Korea, China
Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya shared serious concerns over the progress of military cooperation ...
November 15, 2024
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Washington PostTrust in Science hasn’t Fully Recovered from Pandemic Controversies
The pandemic and the chaos and controversies that came with it led to an erosion of trust in scie...
November 15, 2024
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Washington PostWhy the Classic Zelda Formula is So Durable — and So Tough to Imitate
I asked longtime Zelda series producer and developer Eiji Aonuma, “What defines a Zelda-like?”
November 15, 2024
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Politics & GovernmentLDP, Komeito, DPFP Discuss Economic Measures; ‘¥1.03 Million Barrier’ Revision Remains at Center of Attention
The Liberal Democratic Party, Komeito and the Democratic Party for the People on Friday discussed...
November 15, 2024