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Easy Japanese news in translation: Fire spun for good harvest in Kumamoto Prefecture - The Mainichi
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Easy Japanese news in translation: Fire spun for good harvest in Kumamoto Prefecture - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240327/p2a/00m/0na/004000c
'Shōgun' banked on authenticity. It became one 2024's most successful shows: Hiroyuki Sanada, lead actor and producer of FX miniseries Shōgun ...
npr.org/2024/04/23/1246546133/how-authenticity-has-made-shogun-one-of-the-most-successful-shows-of-2024
Japan town to put up 2.5m barrier to block view of Mount Fuji: TOKYO: A huge black barrier to block Mount Fuji from view will be installed in a popular photo ...
channelnewsasia.com/asia/japan-town-block-mount-fuji-view-troublesome-tourist-tourism-4294376
Quick Glance: Japanese Town Blocks View of Mt. Fuji Due to Overtourism
- Fujikawaguchiko, a Japanese resort town, is overwhelmed by tourists seeking views of Mount Fuji.
- Reports of tourists disregarding rules, leaving litter, and climbing roofs for better photos have led to the decision to install a barrier.
- A 8-foot high, 22-yard long mesh net will obstruct the mountain view to address the situation caused by disrespectful visitors.
- Japan is addressing overtourism issues by implementing measures to control unruly tourists and manage record-breaking visitor numbers.
Shōgun: Limited Series | Rotten Tomatoes: Set in Japan in the year 1600, Lord Yoshii Toranaga is fighting for his life as his enemies on the Council of Regents ...
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Quick Glance: Epic Series: Shōgun
- Lord Yoshii Toranaga fights against his enemies as a mysterious European ship is found marooned on Japan's coast.
- Critics praise Shōgun for its visual beauty and cultural authenticity as an epic adaptation.
- Episodes depict the convergence of destinies in Japan, intrigues, and alliances in a feudal Japanese setting.
- The series receives mixed reviews, with some criticizing the plot and character development, while others find it fascinating and powerful.
Princess Aiko makes debut at imperial garden party: The princess joined the party hosted by the emperor and empress at the Akasaka Imperial Gardens after ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/04/24/japan/princess-aiko-garden-party-debut/
‘Not only through blue eyes’: Hiroyuki Sanada on bringing ‘Shogun’ to life: Lead actor and producer of the hit FX series on his quest for authentic Japanese ...
cnn.com/2024/04/25/style/shogun-hiroyuki-sanada-interview-hnk-intl/
US wants allies to cut chip-related China exports amid Huawei alarm : Washington urges Japan, South Korea and the Netherlands to tighten supply of tools and ...
ft.com/content/4ecea0a7-a5cd-40b0-8a24-b72c1c1a8996
'Male' hippo in Japan zoo found to be female after 7 years: A DNA test was carried out because Gen-chan did not display typical male hippo behaviour.
bbc.com/news/world-asia-68884548
Revival in Japanese Stock Market Hinges on Domestic Demand Taking Hold: Japan’s stock market needs to see more domestically-oriented companies step up their game ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-25/revival-in-japanese-stock-market-hinges-on-domestic-demand-taking-hold
Battling climate change, Japan looks to seagrass for carbon capture: On a recent Saturday, some 100 volunteers gathered on a popular beach in the Japanese port ...
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MLB: Record-setting Shohei Ohtani says still striving to improve - The Mainichi: WASHINGTON (Kyodo) -- Shohei Ohtani felt he had done something special the ...
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240425/p2g/00m/0sp/033000c
Nidec faces market pressure as founder rips 'unfair' China EV war: TOKYO -- Cutthroat competition in China's electric vehicle sector has cast a shadow over ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Markets/Nidec-faces-market-pressure-as-founder-rips-unfair-China-EV-war
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Shimane: Ancient Japanese Tatara Iron Manufacturing Method Introduced; Facility Opens in Izumo
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/features/travel-spots/20240427-182579/
Hello Kitty turns 50. What will the next cat's meow be?: The global rise of Hello Kitty, who turns 50 this year, tracks that of Japanese culture. What, then ...
japantimes.co.jp/commentary/2024/04/22/japan/hello-kitty-50-years-anniversary/
'City Hunter' manga hero drops the sexism for new live-action film: Lead actor Ryohei Suzuki says production had to strike a balance between his character's ...
japantimes.co.jp/culture/2024/04/25/film/ryohei-suzuki-city-hunter-movie/
The glitch in Japan's plans to bolster U.S. defence: As the United States faces security threats across the globe, its close ally Japan has committed to stepping ...
reuters.com/world/glitch-japans-plans-bolster-us-defence-2024-04-26/
Japanese Astronaut Furukawa Wishes to ‘Pass the Baton’; Furukawa Also Expressed Desire to Help Other Japanese Astronauts Still on ISS
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/science-nature/science/20240425-182343/
Easy Japanese news in translation: 15,000 people take part in Tokyo Rainbow Pride event - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240424/p2a/00m/0na/008000c
Man Repels Bear Attack in Hokkaido by Kicking its Face After Encountering 2 Bears While Sightseeing
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/society/general-news/20240425-182446/
Kiyoshi Kurosawa Ups the Mania In Teaser for Cloud: What a pleasure it is to see Kiyoshi Kurosawa in his Hong Sangsoo period. The typically prolific filmmaker is ...
thefilmstage.com/kiyoshi-kurosawa-ups-the-mania-in-teaser-for-cloud/
Shogun: A guide to the hit Japanese samurai epic as its finale cuts deep: A quick guide as the razor-sharp, critically-acclaimed samurai epic reaches its finale.
bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-68881283
Carlyle leads in race to acquire KFC's Japan operator: TOKYO -- U.S. fund manager Carlyle Group is close to acquiring KFC Holdings Japan ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Business-deals/Carlyle-leads-in-race-to-acquire-KFC-s-Japan-operator
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Japanese company starts project to restore Nakagin Capsules to capsule hotel: Some famous Japanese architectural structures are getting a new chance to live on ...
japantoday.com/category/features/lifestyle/japanese-company-starts-project-to-restore-nakagin-capsules-to-capsule-hotel
How Shogun became an unlikely streaming success: Subtitled fare is mainstream these days and audiences are flocking to foreign-language shows ...
smh.com.au/culture/tv-and-radio/bucking-the-trend-of-historical-drama-shogun-is-an-unlikely-streaming-success-20240419-p5fl4y.html
How US allies are preparing for a possible second Trump term - Asia & Pacific - The Jakarta Post
thejakartapost.com/world/2024/04/25/how-us-allies-are-preparing-for-a-possible-second-trump-term.html
Japan is poised to fill an EV gap left by China: A new Honda facility in Canada shows that Asia’s auto industry is ready to meet North American needs.
japantimes.co.jp/commentary/2024/04/24/japan/japan-china-ev-gap/
No limit to how low the yen will go: TOKYO - Who needs Las Vegas or Macau when betting on how low the yen can go is the best game anywhere? It’s not where ...
asiatimes.com/2024/04/no-limit-to-how-low-the-yen-will-go/
Australians cozy up to Japan-influenced 'Japandi' design: SYDNEY -- "Japandi," an interior design style that incorporates Japanese and Scandinavian ...
asia.nikkei.com/Life-Arts/Life/Australians-cozy-up-to-Japan-influenced-Japandi-design
Soros family fund among investors in Japan electricity exchange startup: TOKYO -- A group of 17 trading, power and gas companies, as well as Soros Capital ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Energy/Soros-family-fund-among-investors-in-Japan-electricity-exchange-startup
The Best Restaurants in Austin: There’s plenty of barbecue and Mexican — as you’d expect — but also world-class Japanese, Korean and more. Comments welcome ...
nytimes.com/article/best-restaurants-austin.html
Getting extremely emotional with grammar ahead of Children's Day: Certain Japanese grammatical structures can help enhance emotions in conversation and writing ...
japantimes.co.jp/life/2024/04/25/language/children-japan-grammar-shikataganai-tamaranai/
Old Japanese train cars get new life in Cambodia: Japanese rail diesel cars taken out of service will get a second life in Cambodia.
www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/ataglance/3094/
Japan planting seaweed to meet its climate goals: On an April morning at a popular beach in Japan’s Yokohama, volunteers pluck a strand of eelgrass from a tray ...
theglobeandmail.com/world/video-japan-planting-seaweed-to-meet-its-climate-goals/
Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani sets HR record for Japan-born players: The Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani set the major league home run record for ...
reuters.com/sports/dodgers-shohei-ohtani-sets-hr-record-japan-born-players-2024-04-21/
Quick Glance: Shohei Ohtani Sets New Record for Most MLB Homers
- Los Angeles Dodgers slugger Shohei Ohtani has broken the record for the most homers hit by a Japanese-born player in Major League Baseball.
- During a game at Dodger Stadium, Ohtani hit an impressive homer that flew into the right field bleachers off pitcher Adrian Houser of the New York Mets.
- With this homer, which was Ohtani's 176th in his six years in the MLB, he surpassed Matsui, who played the final 10 years of his 20-year pro career in North America.
- Ohtani's record-breaking blast traveled 423 feet and put the Dodgers ahead 2-0. Prior to this, Ohtani had not hit a homer in seven consecutive games.
JP Lee from VanEck believes that there are 'lots of positive macro tailwinds' to suggest that there are more returns to come when it comes to Indian stocks
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Easy Japanese news in translation: Nemophila flowers blend in with Ibaraki Pref.'s blue sky - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240425/p2a/00m/0na/009000c
Japanese companies navigate workplace revolution as job hunters get choosier: TOKYO -- For decades, Japanese manufacturer MinebeaMitsumi has worked in obscurity ...
asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/The-Big-Story/Japanese-companies-navigate-workplace-revolution-as-job-hunters-get-choosier
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Addition, subtraction brain cells found in monkeys: Japan research team - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240425/p2a/00m/0sc/019000c
‘We want to enjoy now’: Young Japanese choose work-life balance over notoriously long office hours
channelnewsasia.com/asia/we-want-enjoy-now-young-japanese-choose-work-life-balance-over-notoriously-long-office-hours-4285576
Japan’s Former Premier Aso to Meet Trump as US Election Looms: Former Japanese Prime Minister Taro Aso is set to meet former President Donald Trump on Tuesday ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-23/japan-s-former-premier-aso-to-meet-trump-as-us-election-looms
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Quick Glance: Taro Aso Meets Trump in New York Prior to Election
- Ahead of the November elections, former Prime Minister Taro Aso met with Donald Trump in New York as some countries were establishing connections with the ex-US president.
- Serving as the Vice President of Japan's Liberal Democratic Party, Aso had a strong alliance with the late Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, who shared a close bond with Trump.
- During the meeting, Trump also commended Japan's increased defense expenditures.
- The meeting on Tuesday occurred following Trump's involvement in a hearing related to alleged hush money payments to a porn star before the 2016 presidential election.
SoftBank to spend $960m to boost computing power for generative AI: TOKYO -- Japanese telecom company SoftBank is investing 150 billion yen ($960 million) by ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Tech/Semiconductors/SoftBank-to-spend-960m-to-boost-computing-power-for-generative-AI
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Japanese Conductor Kazuki Yamada to Debut at Berlin Philharmonic
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/culture/music/20240425-182419/
‘Evil Does Not Exist’ builds its dramatic tension to perfection: Ryusuke Hamaguchi’s nuanced drama deftly meditates on humanity’s complex relationship with ...
japantimes.co.jp/culture/2024/04/25/film/evil-does-not-exist/
Letter from Nikkei Asia's editor: Finding the right fit
asia.nikkei.com/Editor-s-Picks/Editor-in-Chief-s-Picks/Letter-from-Nikkei-Asia-s-editor-Finding-the-right-fit
South Korean cafe Hollys readies first Japanese outpost in Osaka: OSAKA -- South Korean cafe chain Hollys opens its first Japanese location next week in Osaka ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Food-Beverage/South-Korean-cafe-Hollys-readies-first-Japanese-outpost-in-Osaka
Toyota partners with Tencent to appeal to young Chinese drivers: Toyota Motor on Thursday said it will partner Chinese gaming and social media leader Tencent in ...
reuters.com/markets/asia/toyota-says-partner-with-tencent-china-2024-04-25/
Yen Traders See Risk of Intervention at Highest Since Late 2022: Traders are preparing for Japanese authorities to step in and prop up the yen ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-26/yen-traders-see-risk-of-intervention-at-highest-since-late-2022
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Japanese city loses residents’ personal data, which was on paper being transported on a windy day
japantoday.com/category/national/japanese-city-loses-residents%E28099-personal-data-which-was-on-paper-being-transported-on-a-windy-day
Japan and India to be next AI hotspots: Vinod Khosla: PALO ALTO, California -- Artificial intelligence innovations are diverse, and related business ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Technology/Japan-and-India-to-be-next-AI-hotspots-Vinod-Khosla
Body parts of Japanese man found in Thailand: Police believe that the man was a member of a fraud organization.
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/04/25/japan/crime-legal/japanese-man-body-parts-found-in-thailand/
Japanese retail giant Seven & i Holdings said on Tuesday it wanted to see huge growth for its 7-Eleven convenience store chain globally ... Show more
Baseball: Lions' Bo Takahashi earns 1st win in Japan - The Mainichi: OSAKA (Kyodo) -- Right-hander Bo Takahashi, who as a child in Brazil idolized former Seibu ...
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240425/p2g/00m/0sp/052000c
Japan's defense spending climbs to 1.6% of GDP: TOKYO -- Japan's defense-related budget for fiscal 2024 has expanded to 1.6% of gross domestic product ...
asia.nikkei.com/Politics/Defense/Japan-s-defense-spending-climbs-to-1.6-of-GDP
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Subaru is bidding farewell to a fan-favorite model after 36 years: The Japanese automaker will be focusing on crossovers, and future EVs.
charlotteobserver.com/news/business/article287994805.html
China to send three astronauts to Tiangong space station, part of its ambitious program | The Asahi Shimbun: Breaking News, Japan News and Analysis
asahi.com/ajw/articles/15244274
North Korea launches suspected ballistic missile into sea: Authorities in Japan and South Korea have reported what they suspect to be a North Korean missile ...
dw.com/en/north-korea-launches-suspected-ballistic-missile-into-sea/a-68885323
Quick Glance: Kim Leads Rocket Drills for Nuclear Counterattacks
- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un supervised rocket launches simulating nuclear counterattacks.
- The drills showcased the strength of the country's nuclear forces.
- The rockets were described as highly accurate and capable of carrying tactical nuclear warheads.
- The US and South Korea are responding with enhanced military exercises and nuclear deterrence strategies.
New 'V Point' program launched after merger: The combined number of subscribers to the two former programs was 154 million, the largest in Japan.
japantimes.co.jp/business/2024/04/23/companies/japan-v-point-program-launch/
BOJ stands pat, keeps accommodative financial conditions: TOKYO -- The Bank of Japan kept its policy unchanged on Friday, holding off on additional action ...
asia.nikkei.com/Economy/Bank-of-Japan/BOJ-stands-pat-keeps-accommodative-financial-conditions
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Japanese Go League for Female Players to Debut in July
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/society/general-news/20240422-181876/
Hotels are new darling of foreign investors in Japanese property: TOKYO -- Investors remain bullish about Japan's property market this year ...
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Japanese race walkers slow to embrace thick-soled shoes: The key benefit of athletes wearing thick-soled shoes is that they are propelled forward by the bounce ...
japantimes.co.jp/sports/2024/04/25/more-sports/japanese-race-walkers-thick-sole-shoes/
World's 1st recycled diapers go on sale at stores in southwest Japan - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240421/p2g/00m/0bu/069000c
ValueAct's reputation gamble in Japan pays off: ValueAct Capital can breathe a sigh of relief. The U.S. investment firm prefers to chide management of ...
reuters.com/breakingviews/valueacts-reputation-gamble-japan-pays-off-2024-04-23/
Pet Treat Market, Sales Continue to Grow; Treats That Double as Toothpaste Particularly Popular
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/society/general-news/20240422-181754/
Unusual "toilet behavior": Male hippo turns out to be female after seven years: The hippopotamus Gen-chan came to a Japanese zoo from a Mexican zoo in 2017 ...
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Former Japan PM Aso heads to New York in bid to meet Trump: TOKYO -- Former Japanese Prime Minister Taro Aso begins a visit to New York on Monday during which he ...
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Japanese dancer Yuna Yamada wins first place in U.S. ballet contest: 'I want to be a dancer influential enough to make the audience smile,' said Yamada, 12 ...
japantimes.co.jp/culture/2024/04/21/stage/japan-yamada-wins-ballet-contest/
Wisteria festival: Visitors admire blooming wisterias at Kameido Tenjin shrine in Tokyo during the annual wisteria festival on Friday ...
japantoday.com/category/picture-of-the-day/wisteria-festival-1
Dollar at 34-yr. highs in upper 155 yen as intervention line tested - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240425/p2g/00m/0bu/038000c
Quick Glance: Market Volatility in Asia: Impact of Meta's Losses
- The depreciation of Asian currencies against the U.S. dollar and potential actions by monetary authorities are at the forefront of Asian markets.
- Post-market gains from U.S. tech giant Meta could impact Asian markets as shares dropped by 10% after trading hours.
- Concerns surrounding currencies are escalating as the dollar breached 155.00 yen on Wednesday without any indication of intervention from Japanese authorities. Will Tokyo take action?
- Given the current environment that led to a rare joint statement on exchange rates from the United States, Japan, and South Korea this month, no possibilities can be ruled out.
‘Shōgun’ Producer Eriko Miyagawa Did More Than Translate: As ‘Shōgun’s interpreter between cultures, producer Eriko Miyagawa had to consider everything from ...
vulture.com/article/eriko-miyagawa-shogun-translation-producer-interview.html
Game Planet | NHK WORLD-JAPAN: As growth in the game industry accelerates, game makers pursue increased global attention through new strategies ...
www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/shows/3026002/
32-yr-old man's kidneys at octogenarian level after taking Japan supplement - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240423/p2a/00m/0na/017000c
78-Year-Old Man's 'Symbolic' Birthday Surprise for Wife Melts Hearts: The elderly man surprised his wife with a Japanese cherry blossom tree ...
newsweek.com/elderly-couple-melt-hearts-japanese-blossom-tree-birthday-gift-1894323
Japan studies Israel's air defense success with eye on Indo-Pacific: WASHINGTON -- Japanese defense officials have told Nikkei Asia that they watched how Israel ...
asia.nikkei.com/Politics/International-relations/Indo-Pacific/Japan-studies-Israel-s-air-defense-success-with-eye-on-Indo-Pacific
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Hiroyuki Sanada Explains ‘Shogun’ Ending and Season Two: Shōgun’s Hiroyuki Sanada on off-screen methods, onscreen battles, and the scene that nearly moved him to ...
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Support for Japan PM Kishida's Cabinet tops 20% for 1st time in 3 months: Mainichi poll - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240422/p2a/00m/0na/004000c
Why East Asia is simply better at Pisa: East Asian countries regularly perform best in the PISA study. This is due to teaching and Confucius ...
spektrum.de/news/bildungsmisere-warum-ostasien-einfach-besser-ist-bei-pisa/2203434
Taiwanese students experience Japanese culture on visit to Kyoto Pref. high school - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240422/p2a/00m/0na/030000c
Easy Japanese news in translation: Osaka zoo's hippo 'Gen-chan' found to be female - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240426/p2a/00m/0li/022000c
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