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Step Back in Time at Historical Estate Renovated into a Commercial Complex in Tokyo
A large residence in Tokyo’s Itabashi Ward dating back to the early Edo period (1603-1867) where com...
February 15, 2026
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“The Tale of Genji” Back-Translation Project Led to Touching Encounter with Keene; Poet Sisters Recount Memories of Scholar at Packed Talk Event in Tokyo
A talk event on Arthur Waley's translation of “The Tale of Genji,” featuring poet sisters Marie M...
February 17, 2026
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The Japan News / Weekly Edition (2/13-2/19)
Our weekly ePaper presents the most noteworthy recent topics in an exciting, readable format. Vie...
February 12, 2026
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The Japan News / Weekly Edition (2/20-2/26)
Our weekly ePaper presents the most noteworthy recent topics in an exciting, readable format. Vie...
February 19, 2026
Donald Keene’s Legacy
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“The Tale of Genji” Back-Translation Project Led to Touching Encounter with Keene; Poet Sisters Recount Memories of Scholar at Packed Talk Event in Tokyo
A talk event on Arthur Waley's translation of “The Tale of Genji,” featuring poet sisters Marie M...
February 17, 2026
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Exhibition Shows Keene’s Interactions with Showa-Era Writers in Tokyo, Features Newspaper Columns, Related Materials
An exhibition focusing on items that record the friendships between Japanese literature scholar D...
February 6, 2026
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New World of ‘The Tale of Genji’ Born from Back-Translation; Sisters Who Translated Waley’s English Version to Hold Speaking Event in Tokyo
Poets Marie Mariya and Megumi Moriyama, sisters who translated an English version of “The Tale of...
February 4, 2026
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English-language Kabuki, Kyogen Entertain Audiences in Tokyo; Portland State University Professor Emeritus, Graduates Perform
An event featuring English-language kyogen and kabuki was held on Sunday at the Setagaya Literatu...
November 24, 2025
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Tokyo’s Biggest Exhibit on Donald Keene Set to Open Saturday at Setagaya Literary Museum; Many Pieces to Be Displayed for 1st Time
An exhibition introducing the achievements and character of Japanese literature scholar Donald Ke...
November 12, 2025
Perspectives
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Step Back in Time at Historical Estate Renovated into a Commercial Complex in Tokyo
A large residence in Tokyo’s Itabashi Ward dating back to the early Edo period (1603-1867) where com...
February 15, 2026
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Senior Japanese Citizens Return to University to Gain Knowledge, Find New Career, Make Friends
Learning makes life rich regardless of how old a person is. More and more universities are offeri...
February 3, 2026
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Prevent Accidents When Removing Snow from Roofs; Always Use Proper Gear and Follow Safety Precautions
As it gets colder, accidental falls while removing snow from rooftops become more common in snowy...
January 27, 2026
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Tokyo University of the Arts Now Offering Free Guided Tour of New Storage Building, Completed in 2024
Old & New video By Ryuzo Suzuki / Yomiuri Shimbun Senior PhotographerParticipants listen to an ...
January 25, 2026
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Walking through the Changing Seasons in Shinhotaka, Gifu Pref.
At the beginning of November, autumn foliage had just entered the peak of its season in the Okuhi...
January 20, 2026
Ramen of Japan
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Kyoraku / Ginza’s Beloved Mellow Chuka Soba; Third-Generation Owner Starts Making Noodles from Scatch
I set out for Tokyo’s Ginza to get a bowl of ramen and knew Kyoraku, approaching its 70th anniver...
December 10, 2025
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Noodle Dining Shunsai / Rich Oyster Ramen to Savor at Odasaga; Experienced 68-year-old Owner Creates Numerous Ramen Varieties
Odakyu Sagamihara Station in Kanagawa Prefecture is affectionately called “Odasaga” by locals. In...
November 27, 2025
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Vegan Noodles Instant Ramen Lineup Relaunched with 3 Enhanced Flavors: Tan-Tan, Hot and Sour, Soy Sauce
Food manufacturer Yamadai Corp., based in Yachiyo, Ibaraki Prefecture, is relaunching its Vegan N...
September 4, 2025
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Teshikaga Ramen / Bowl Filled with Bounty of Hokkaido; Miso Ramen Popular with Visitors from Overseas
It’s been about half a year, but let’s get back into this ramen series, starting with Hokkaido, t...
July 3, 2025
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Savor the New ‘Ramen of Japan’ E-book; Features 30 Recommended Shops in Japanese, English
“Ramen of Japan,” the popular column by Japan News Senior Writer Futoshi Mori, is now available a...
May 27, 2025
Delicious Beautiful Spectacular JAPAN
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Walking through Japan’s Waterfall Paradise Created by Lava; Highly Carbonated Hot Springs Also Popular at Hida-Osaka in Gifu Pref.
HIDA-OSAKA, Gifu -- The roar of a waterfall pierces the serenity of the forest as the wind carrie...
June 30, 2024
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Japan’s Regional Confections Head Abroad in Box Subscription; Service Aims for Travel Experience via Mail
A subscription service that delivers boxes of regional Japanese confections, or wagashi, to anywh...
May 19, 2024
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Honda Logicom / Japan Firm with Toyota Ties Grows Kikurage Wood Ear Mushrooms to Fulfill Various Goals
A logistics company that mainly handles automobile parts for Toyota Motor Corp. is cultivating a new...
July 4, 2023
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Sakura Cherry Leaves Accent Japan Craft Gin from Sake Brewer
Only two years ago, a nearly 160-year-old sake brewery in Nagano Prefecture started a project to off...
March 15, 2023
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Gold-Knot / Gold Leaf Jewelry Turns Kanazawa Craft into Fashion Statement
Necklaces, earrings, and brooches covered with gold leaf shine with a delicate luster inside a Kanaz...
January 1, 2023
Decommissioning Fukushima
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TEPCO to Remove Fukushima Nuclear Debris for 2nd Time; Sample to be Taken from Different Spot in No. 2 Reactor
Nuclear fuel debris will be removed from the No. 2 reactor at the Fukushima No. 1 nuclear power p...
March 20, 2025
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Fukushima N-plant Decommissioning Work Enters New Stage; Challenge of Removing Debris Plain to See
I visited Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings Inc.’s Fukushima No. 1 nuclear power plant for th...
December 16, 2024
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Many Japanese Undecided on N-plants, Survey Says; U.S., U.K. Show Greater Enthusiasm for N-power
Japanese people tend to more often remain undecided on nuclear power plants than people in the Un...
March 31, 2024
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Decommissioning Fukushima / Fukushima Residents Seek More Publicity for Safety of Local Fish
The discharge of treated water from the Fukushima No. 1 nuclear power plant belonging to Tokyo Elect...
May 6, 2023
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Decommissioning Fukushima / TEPCO Tightens Monitoring Ahead of Treated Water Release
When the cherry blossoms were in full bloom earlier than usual this year, I was again subjected to r...
May 3, 2023
Weekly Edition
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The Japan News / Weekly Edition (2/20-2/26)
Our weekly ePaper presents the most noteworthy recent topics in an exciting, readable format. Vie...
February 19, 2026
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The Japan News / Weekly Edition (2/13-2/19)
Our weekly ePaper presents the most noteworthy recent topics in an exciting, readable format. Vie...
February 12, 2026
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The Japan News / Weekly Edition (2/6-2/12)
Our weekly ePaper presents the most noteworthy recent topics in an exciting, readable format. Vie...
February 5, 2026
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The Japan News / Weekly Edition (1/30-2/5)
Our weekly ePaper presents the most noteworthy recent topics in an exciting, readable format. Vie...
January 29, 2026
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The Japan News / Weekly Edition (1/23-1/29)
Our weekly ePaper presents the most noteworthy recent topics in an exciting, readable format. Vie...
January 22, 2026
Vantage Point
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Triathlon-Loving Dutch Ambassador Cites Osaka Castle Race as Highlight
Dutch Ambassador to Japan Peter van der Vliet is a massive fan of triathlon. Six days a week, he swi...
April 2, 2023
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Vantage Point/ South Korean Ambassador Hopes to Try All Types of Japanese Ramen
South Korean Ambassador to Japan Yun Dukmin, 63, is a big fan of ramen and posts videos of himself e...
March 4, 2023
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NASA employee stays grounded with weekly cycling tours
For some foreign residents in Tokyo, the COVID-19 pandemic offers a fresh opportunity to make use of...
February 22, 2022
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Avid gardener now cultivates intl relations as envoy
Coming from a country with seasons that she describes as “hot, hot and hot,” it’s not surprising tha...
February 17, 2022
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Georgian envoy serves as bridge between 2 homelands
Teimuraz Lezhava believes his home country of Georgia and Japan, the country he has called home for ...
November 28, 2021
Video
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Kohfukuji Treasures Made by Master Sculptor Set Serene Atmosphere at Tokyo National Museum
Stand under the watchful gaze of the future Buddha Miroku, two bodhisattvas and the Four Deva Kin...
October 30, 2025
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Looking at Scenery Enjoyed by Writer Lafcadio Hearn in Matsue
Born in Greece and raised in Ireland, author Lafcadio Hearn, known for such ghost stories as “Mim...
October 20, 2025
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Giants Parade the Streets During Tachineputa Festival in Goshogawara, Aomori Pref.
Giants lumber down the streets of Goshogawara, Aomori Prefecture, to the sound of drums, flutes a...
September 12, 2025
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Maruoka Castle, Fukui Prefecture’s Understated Fortress
Maruoka Castle in Sakai, Fukui Prefecture, is one of only 12 castles in Japan to retain the origi...
July 16, 2025
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Ichijodani Ruins: Uncovering Sengoku Period Japan
The Ichijodani Asakura Family Site in Fukui is a well-preserved ruin of a city destroyed in battl...
June 16, 2025
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