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Missing American student found dead in Japan after dayslong search
An American student missing in Japan was found dead after a multi-day search, highlighting the dangers of unfamiliar terrain despite…
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Bridging the Gap: New Ferry Link Connects Yonaguni to Taiwan
Travelers looking to bridge the distance between Japan and Taiwan now have a new maritime option, as a recently inaugurated…
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Japan Seeks Candid Dialog, Defense Minister Says, Rejecting ‘Neo-Militarism’ Claims
Diplomatic Engagement Amid Regional Tensions Japanese Defense Minister Koizumi addressed the international community this week, emphasizing Tokyo’s commitment to open…
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Japan’s Record-Low Fertility Rate Reflects Global Demographic Crisis
Japan’s total fertility rate plummeted to a record low in 2025, marking the tenth consecutive year of decline as the…
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Tropical Storm Jangmi Leaves 60,000 Homes Without Power in Japan
Tropical Storm Jangmi made landfall in southern Japan early Tuesday morning, delivering torrential rainfall and destructive winds that severed power…
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Surge in Bear Encounters Triggers Alarm Across Japan
Rising Dangers in Residential Areas A dramatic video surfacing from Fukushima, Japan, captured a young man being pursued and subsequently…
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Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park Maintains Status as Japan’s Most Visited Natural Landmark
Record-Breaking Visitation Across Diverse Landscapes Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park, a sprawling expanse spanning the prefectures of Kanagawa, Shizuoka, Yamanashi, and Tokyo,…
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Japan Considers Sales Tax Cut for April 2027 to Stimulate Consumption
The Japanese government is currently deliberating a potential reduction in the national consumption tax, with officials eyeing an implementation date…
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The Resurgence of the Japanese Crested Ibis: A Milestone in Avian Conservation
A Historic Return to the Skies In a landmark moment for global conservation, the Japanese crested ibis, known locally as…
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