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Japanese Independent Bookstores Make Unique Efforts to Lure Customers; Shops Host Various Events to Attract People with Different Interests
At a time when the number of brick-and-mortar bookstores in Japan is steadily declining, independ...
November 15, 2025
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AP CEO Stresses Importance of Human Oversight for AI-Supported Reporting, at Japan National Press Club
Daisy Veerasingham, CEO of The Associated Press, said that the involvement of human journalists i...
November 14, 2025
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Japanese Shogi Star Sota Fujii Becomes Eligible to Earn Eisei Lifetime Ryuo Honor after Winning Title 5 Consecutive Times
Sota Fujii defeated eighth-dan challenger Yuuki Sasaki 4-0 and defended his Ryuo title in the bes...
November 14, 2025
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3 Bears Eating Fruit up Tree at Residence Culled in Japan’s Yamagata Pref.
Three bears were found eating fruit on a persimmon tree at a private residence and were culled in...
November 14, 2025
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Former Ito Mayor Takubo Aims for Re-Election After Losing Office in Shizuoka Pref.
SHIZUOKA - Former mayor of Ito, Shizuoka Prefecture, Maki Takubo has decided to run in the city's...
November 14, 2025
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Research Team, Picture Book Author Seek Genetic History of Japan’s ‘Rabbit Island’
A team of researchers led by a professor at Fukushima University is undertaking a rare initiative...
November 14, 2025
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Fujii Wins Ryuo Title for 5th Consecutive Time, Eligible to Earn Lifetime Ryuo Title
KYOTO — Shogi prodigy Sota Fujii defended his Ryuo title in the fourth match of the best-of-seven...
November 13, 2025
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Autumn Foliage Coloring Japan’s Shiobara Onsen in Tochigi Prefecture
UTSUNOMIYA — Autumn foliage has reached its peak in the Shiobara Onsen area of Nasushiobara, Toch...
November 13, 2025
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3 Killed in Apartment Fire in Osaka; Many Building Residents Were Elderly
OSAKA — Three people were killed in a fire at an apartment building in Nishinari Ward, Osaka, lat...
November 13, 2025
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Japan Festival Parades People in Ancient Dress, Makeup in Chiba Pref.
SHIBAYAMA, Chiba — Men and women dressed as ancients walk down the street in Shibayama, Chiba Pre...
November 13, 2025
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Intl Students Try Apple Picking in Aomori City; Activity Part of Initiative to Promote Charms of Prefecture Overseas
AOMORI — International students at Aomori Chuo Gakuin University recently tried apple picking at ...
November 13, 2025
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Police in Japan Launch Teams to Combat Bear Attacks on Humans in Akita, Iwate Prefs
AKITA/MORIOKA — Akita and Iwate prefectural police marked the launch of their teams to combat bea...
November 13, 2025
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LDP Calls for Financial Support for Bear-Control Measures; Party Proposes Subsidies for Box Traps, Electric Fences, Hiring Licensed Hunters
The Liberal Democratic Party will call for the inclusion of financial support measures in a packa...
November 12, 2025
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Fourth Match of Ryuo Shogi Series Held at Racecourse; Victory Would Make Fujii Eligible For Lifetime Title
KYOTO — The fourth match of the best-of-seven Ryuo title series began at Kyoto Racecourse in Kyot...
November 12, 2025
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Man Injured in Bear Attack While Walking Dog in Iwate
A man in his 40s was injured after a bear scratched his head and arms on the street in front of h...
November 12, 2025
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