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January 13, 2023
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Ancient shrine ‘blessed’ with power to sever connections
February 5, 2023 ASAKURA, Fukuoka Prefecture--Instead of connecting with a higher power, a small Shinto shrine here is gaining popularity for its mythical ability to sever relationships.Knitted pumps provide relief, fashion for those with aching feet
February 5, 2023 Knitted pumps are picking up an avid following among women with their exceptional functionality and design. Donning the footwear for an entire day does not cause pain. However, the light, washable shoes still boast a formal ambience.Anger and alarm over anti-LGBT views by sacked Kishida aide
February 5, 2023 Opposition parties seized on discriminatory comments that resulted in the sacking of a key aide to Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and sparked fury in the LGBT community to attack the administration over its commitment to inclusiveness and diversity.Health ministry sounds alarm as influenza epidemic hits
February 4, 2023
INTERVIEW/ Former justice minister: Death penalty a tool of the powerful
February 4, 2023
Grooming among acts punishable under revisions on sex crimes
February 3, 2023
Kishida sacks close aide Arai for anti-LGBT comments
February 4, 2023
Veteran Japan hand to become China’s next envoy to Tokyo
February 4, 2023
Ex-UK leader Truss to urge tougher China stance in Tokyo
February 4, 2023
35% of goods may not get delivered in Japan in 2030
February 4, 2023
New Sony head vows to prioritize entertainment, tech development
February 3, 2023
Chill pervades China’s tech firms even as crackdown eases
February 3, 2023
9 missing after fishing boat capsizes in South Korea
February 5, 2023
ASEAN vows to conclude pact with China on disputed territory
February 5, 2023
Chinese balloon soars across US; Blinken scraps Beijing trip
February 4, 2023
Zapping moths with laser beams seen as answer to crop infestations
February 3, 2023
INTERVIEW/ Takeshi Hakamada: Japanese space startup’s strength lies in its makeup
February 1, 2023
Japan gives priority review status to Alzheimer’s drug developed by Eisai, Biogen
January 30, 2023
Kabuki actors toss beans for good luck at Fukuoka shrine
February 3, 2023
Japan’s latest trading card craze: shirtless fishermen
February 3, 2023
TASTE OF LIFE/ ‘Jibuni,’ a delicate stew of duck and vegetables: Try a dish that reflects history, pride of samurai from Kanazawa
February 2, 2023
Sapporo Snow Festival returns after 2-year COVID-19 hiatus
February 4, 2023
Special train in Hokkaido offers chance to witness drift ice at sea
February 3, 2023
Rime icicles that look like shrimp tails found on mountainside
February 3, 2023
1st release of treated water from Fukushima to start soon
January 13, 2023
Test-event bid winners were guaranteed more Games contracts
January 30, 2023
Coal carrier is fitted with a sail to cut emissions in a world first
October 29, 2022
GOHAN LAB/ Japanese rolled omelet flavored with dashi stock: 3 keys to getting the hang of making extra-fluffy omelets
April 6, 2022
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February 3, 2023
Murakami to release long novel in April, first since 2017
February 1, 2023
The lion is king of all it surveys either in the wild or in captivity
July 20, 2022
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