Bill for swift removal of defamatory posts on social media enacted: Japan's lower house passed a bill on Friday aimed at facilitating the swift removal of ...
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Former PM Taro Aso looking to meet Trump during New York visit: A senior figure in Japan's ruling party will travel to New York next week and is seeking a ...
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Japan's lower house passes child care aid bill to tackle falling births: Japan's lower house passed a bill Friday to expand monthly child allowances ...
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Kishida, U.S. envoy to U.N. vow continued cooperation over N Korea: Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and the U.S. ambassador to the United Nations agreed ...
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5 Japanese auto workers narrowly escape suicide bombing in Pakistan: A suicide bomber detonated his explosive-laden vest near a van carrying Japanese auto ...
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Japan's inflation slows to 2.6% in March but rate hike still likely: Japan's core inflation slowed to 2.6 percent in March as the effects of higher ...
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Kanazawa Castle: A significant historical landmark since the 16th century: Japanese castles are an essential part of Japan’s cultural heritage ...
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Scenic ride: Kurobe Gorge Railway's trolley sightseeing train crosses a steel bridge in Kurobe in Toyama Prefecture on Friday ...
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Japan begins release of 5th batch of Fukushima treated water: The operator of the crippled Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant said Friday it started releasing ...
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Nikkei leads Asian market retreat as Middle East tensions flare: Asian stocks tumbled Friday, with Japan’s Nikkei slumping 2.4% on heavy selling of ...
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Doctors, dentists sue Google for keeping reviews they say are unfair: A group of doctors and dentists in Japan on Thursday filed a lawsuit seeking a total of ...
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Philippines says decision to strengthen ties with Japan, U.S. a 'sovereign choice'
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What do you think is the best plot twist in movie history?
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A spokesperson for the Japan National Council of Social Welfare. The government had planned to collect about ¥104.7 billion in COVID-19 loans in 2023 ... Show more japantoday.com/category/quote-of-the-day/People-who-have-not-repaid-their-loans-may-have-other-debts-or-their-income-may-not-have-returned-to-pre-pandemic-levels
Japan 'two-faced' for seeking closer ties while warning of China threat, Chinese state media says
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Japan court denies salmon fishing rights to Ainu people: A court in Japan dismissed a bid by Ainu Indigenous people to reclaim rights over river fishing for ...
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Oracle to invest $8 bil in Japan to respond to growing AI demand: The Japanese unit of U.S. IT firm Oracle Corp said Thursday it will invest $8 billion in Japan ...
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Doctors, dentists sue Google for keeping reviews they say are unfair: A group of doctors and dentists in Japan on Thursday filed a lawsuit seeking a total of ...
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Arrest proves a common Japanese saying about apologies and police: Last Monday night, at about 7:40 in the evening, a man walked into the Kamori branch of ...
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Court orders compensation to 26 unrecognized Minamata victims: A Japanese district court on Thursday ordered a chemical maker to pay 4 million yen each to 26 ...
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M6.6 quake in western Japan leaves at least 9 injured: At least nine people were injured late Wednesday after an earthquake with a magnitude of 6 ...
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Domestic strawberry producers of 'Warring States' eye new breeds: Strawberries make for a colorful display at supermarkets and produce shops during the ...
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Night blossoms: Cherry blossoms are lit up at Hirosaki Park in Aomori Prefecture on Thursday night.
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Kyushu-exclusive Black Mont Blanc goes nationwide in a 'Special' way: Across Japan there various regions that are said to produce food with a quality ...
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Japan’s demographic dialogue: A conversation on population: Japan is well-known for being a mostly homogenous nation. However, it’s aging population necessitates ...
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U.S. envoy to U.N. vows support for families of Japanese abducted by North Korea: America stands with Japan until all the Japanese abducted by North Korea ...
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What advice would you give to someone who shows signs of becoming a stalker to help them stop their obsessive behavior?
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Shinji Tanimoto, president of Albatross Co, which operates the resignation agency Taishoku Daiko Momuri. The agency, which handles negotiations with companies ... Show more japantoday.com/category/quote-of-the-day/I-don't-know-if-the-number-is-high-or-low-but-I-think-the-demand-for-resignation-agents-will-continue-to-increase-especially-among-young-people
Studio Ghibli to receive honorary Palme d'Or at Cannes: Legendary Japanese animators Studio Ghibli will receive an honorary Palme d'Or at the Cannes ...
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Quick Glance: Studio Ghibli Receives First-Ever Honorary Palme d’Or in Cannes
- The acclaimed Japanese animation house Studio Ghibli, known for films like Spirited Away, My Neighbor Totoro, and Oscar-winner The Boy and the Beast, is set to be honored with an honorary Palme d’Or at Cannes as the first group to receive this prestigious award.
- Typically awarded to individuals, past recipients include Tom Cruise, Michael Douglas, and Harrison Ford, with Star Wars creator George Lucas also being recognized at the 77th edition of the festival.
- Studio Ghibli is synonymous with veteran directors Hayao Miyazaki and Isao Takahata, who have created iconic animated features under the studio's banner over the past four decades.
- Filmmaker Miyazaki has garnered multiple Oscars, and the studio has produced over 20 films, including masterpieces like Princess Mononoke and Howl's Moving Castle. The group acknowledgment highlights Studio Ghibli's significant impact in the film industry.
A strawberry confection display in a store window in Tokyo's Ginza district.
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Former world No. 1 Momota retires from international badminton at 29: Two-time world champion Kento Momota said Thursday he is retiring from international ...
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Osaka says 'no excuses' after defeat on clay return: Naomi Osaka refused to blame a lengthy trip from Japan to France after losing in straight sets to Martina ...
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Toshiba mulls cutting thousands of domestic jobs to reduce costs: Toshiba Corp is considering cutting thousands of workers in Japan as part of efforts to reduce ...
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Biden vows to block Nippon Steel deal, seeks to triple tariffs on Chinese steel: U.S. President Joe Biden promised cheering unionized steelworkers on Wednesday ...
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Toyota to recall over 130,000 Prius hybrid cars due to door glitch: Toyota Motor Corp said Wednesday it is recalling a total of 135,305 units of the Prius hybrid ...
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U.S., Japan, S Korea finance chiefs vow to work closely on forex: The finance ministers of the United States, Japan and South Korea said Wednesday that they have ...
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Man arrested for falsely reporting he was stabbed, robbed: Police in Ashiya, Hyogo Prefecture, have arrested 52-year-old man on suspicion of obstructing police ...
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Japan records best-ever monthly visitor numbers in March: More than three million foreigners visited Japan in March, a record for a single month ...
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Former mayor lauds grass-roots movement opposing opening of casino resorts: From last month, sports news in Japan has been dominated by revelations that Ippei ...
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Welcome kiss: Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani, right, welcomes Japanese Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa at the G7 Foreign Ministers meeting ...
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Japan's Paris Olympic Games uniforms unveiled: Japan's official apparel for the Paris Olympics and Paralympics was unveiled Wednesday ...
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Quick Glance: Paris Olympics Flame Lit in Greek Cradle Amid Weather Challenges
- Despite the absence of Apollo, the flame for the Paris Olympics was ignited at the site of the ancient games in southern Greece on Tuesday.
- A backup flame was used as cloudy skies prevented the traditional lighting, where an actress dressed as an ancient Greek priestess typically uses the sun to ignite a silver torch.
- The flame will be carried by torchbearers from Olympia for over 5000 kilometers through Greece before being handed over to the Paris Games organizers in Athens on April 26.
- The Belem, a French three-masted sailing ship, will transport the Olympic flame from Greece to Marseille, arriving on May 8 after visiting the historic site of Olympia.
Former mayor lauds grass-roots movement opposing opening of casino resorts: From last month, sports news in Japan has been dominated by revelations that Ippei ...
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Japan records trade deficit for third straight fiscal year despite recovering exports
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Seoul, Tokyo vow 'appropriate action' on weak yen and won: South Korea and Japan shared "serious concerns" on the recent weakness of their ...
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Japan's Paris Olympic Games uniforms unveiled: Japan's official apparel for the Paris Olympics and Paralympics was unveiled Wednesday ...
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3-year-old girl falls to her death from balcony of high-rise apartment in Hiroshima
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S Korea summons Japanese diplomat over disputed islands: South Korea's foreign ministry summoned a Japanese diplomat on Tuesday to protest against a claim ...
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A member of the Nagasaki branch of the Tokyo Union Amazon delivery workers' labor union, expressing his regret at being laid off ... Show more japantoday.com/category/quote-of-the-day/Despite-working-hard-to-transport-packages-it's-frustrating-to-end-up-like-this
U.S. ambassador to Japan says boosting arms industry ties is key to stronger security alliance
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Bears designated as animal subject to subsidized culling in Japan: The Japanese government on Tuesday added bears to the list of animals that can be culled with ...
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Foreign English teachers in Japan pick their favorite Japanese-language phrases: A lot of people who move to Japan to teach English also end up becoming students ...
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Webinar: Tips on moving in Japan from Japan Room Finder: Learn the basics of renting an apartment in Japan and learn about our rental service, Japan Room Finder ...
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The 10 Best Things To Do in Kawagoe: Discover the top 10 things to do in Kawagoe. From historical landmarks, delicious street food and partaking in local events.
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Ohtani hits 175th home run in Major League Baseball, tying Matsui for most by a Japanese-born player
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Quick Glance: Ippei Mizuhara Remains Free Despite Bank Fraud Charges on $25,000 Bond
- Former interpreter for baseball star Shohei Ohtani from the Los Angeles Dodgers surrendered to authorities and later appeared before the U.S. District Court.
- Ippei Mizuhara turned himself in on Friday and was subsequently released on an unsecured $25,000 bond, commonly referred to as a signature bond. This arrangement allowed Mizuhara to secure his release without needing to provide any cash or collateral.
- United States Magistrate Judge Maria A. Audero also stipulated that Mizuhara must undergo treatment for his gambling addiction related to the sports betting scandal. Prosecutors alleged that he exploited his personal and professional connection with Ohtani to steal over $16 million from the player's bank account by occasionally posing as Ohtani to bankers to cover his gambling expenses.
- On Friday, Mizuhara only responded to the judge's inquiries by answering 'yes' when Audero asked him if he comprehended various aspects of the case and his bond conditions.
Japan lower house OKs bill to allow joint custody after divorce: Japan's House of Representatives on Tuesday cleared a bill to introduce joint custody after ...
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Former All Blacks head coach Ian Foster secures new role in Japan: Former New Zealand All Blacks head coach Ian Foster will take up a new role with Toyota ...
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Tokyo stocks plunge on tech sell-off amid rising interest rates: Tokyo stocks plunged Tuesday, led by the selling of technology issues on concern over higher ...
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Kumamoto, Oita mark 8th anniversary of deadly quakes: The southwestern Japan prefectures of Kumamoto and Oita on Tuesday marked the eighth anniversary of massive ...
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Do you think gold is a safe investment in times of geopolitical trouble, war or other international crises?
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A spokesperson for the National Consumer Affairs Center of Japan. Consumer centers across Japan have been flooded with requests for consultations about big ... Show more japantoday.com/category/quote-of-the-day/Parents-should-log-out-of-their-Apple-or-Google-accounts-when-they-let-their-children-use-their-smartphones
Yen sinks to 154 range vs dollar for 1st time in 34 years: The yen fell below the 154 line against the U.S. dollar on Monday in New York for the first time in ...
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Tokyo ramen shop created close-knit community shown in film: Following a warm reception on the international film festival circuit, an award-winning documentary ...
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Kishida cabinet's support rate rises to 23.8%: poll: The approval rating for Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's cabinet stood at 23.8 percent ...
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Testimony begins in lawsuit accusing Japanese police of racial profiling: A civil lawsuit accusing Japanese police of racial profiling opened Monday with ...
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Japan to continue diplomatic efforts after Iran's attack on Israel: Japan will continue to make every possible diplomatic effort to calm down tensions ...
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Japan strongly condemns Iranian attack on Israel: Japan strongly condemned a retaliatory attack by Iran on Israel, calling it an escalation of events and saying ...
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TEPCO begins loading nuclear fuel into idle Niigata reactor: Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings Inc started loading nuclear fuel into a reactor on Monday at ...
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Starbucks releases special sparkly tumbler in Japan to support diversity: Starbucks tumblers are some of the most sought-after items around, and Japan has been ...
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Shake hands or bow? How do you usually greet Japanese business acquaintances?
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G7 leaders condemn Iran, warn of risk of escalation: Leaders of the G7 nations condemned Iran's attack on Israel and said on Sunday they would work to try ...
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Kumamoto Governor Ikuo Kabashima, speaking at a memorial service Sunday to remember the 276 victims of a pair of powerful earthquakes that struck Kumamoto ... Show more japantoday.com/category/quote-of-the-day/We-are-resolved-to-make-Kumamoto-a-place-where-people-can-live-happily-with-peace-of-mind-without-forgetting-the-lessons-we-learned-from-the-huge-sacrifices
Japanese youth spend around 5 hours a day online: gov't survey: Japanese youth spend on average nearly five hours a day online on weekdays ...
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Over 100 hotels in Japan fall victim to Booking.com phishing scams: Over 100 hotels in Japan have fallen victim to email scams that try to steal customers' ...
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Virtual private networks in Japan: The pros and cons of using NordVPN: At a time when digital privacy is paramount, virtual private networks (VPNs) serve as ...
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Spring Takayama Festival: People watch doll shows carried out on colorful floats during the Spring Takayama Festival in Takayama, Gifu Prefecture, on Sunday.
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4 burning questions for 2024 Nippon Professional Baseball season: Spring is upon us, and more importantly than blooming flowers or warm sunshine ...
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Bullet train services disrupted after man walks onto tracks looking for smartphone
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Japan seeks to reclaim tech edge with overseas help: Massive overseas and domestic investments offer Japan a chance to reclaim its tech crown ...
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