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- Ohtani wins fourth Major League Baseball MVP award
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- Ohtani Nets 4th Major League MVP Award
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- China summons Japan envoy, urges PM Takaichi to retract remarks on Taiwan
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- FEATURE: Idol stabbed in 2016 speaks of police blame, fear in memoir
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- Kyodo News Digest: Nov. 14, 2025
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- Nikkei Briefly Plunges Over 1,000 Points in Morning
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- LDP panel proposes raising departure tax to fund measures against overtourism
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- Frequent good beechnut yields could be causing bear population surge in Akita
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- Relatives Seek Reconciliation over Sandakan Death Marches
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- Japan, Fiji PMs Agree to Upgrade Bilateral Ties
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- LDP, Nippon Ishin to Advance Talks over Constitutional Revision
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- Thirst for cosplay brought out the best in troubled teen
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- 3 Japanese-Filipinos born in WWII denied request for Japan nationality
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- China Urges Takaichi to Retract Remark on Taiwan
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- Mother of ex-PM Abe's shooter professes devotion to Unification Church
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- China Threatens US Ally With ‘Severe Blow’
Newsweek
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- Shogi Star Fujii Becomes 3rd Player to Earn "Eisei" Ryuo Status
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- TSE Approves Relisting of SBI Shinsei Bank
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- Ruling parties start talks to draft changes to Japan's postwar Constitution
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- Tokyo issues first influenza warning for November since 2009
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- Mother vows daughter's return as 48th anniversary of abduction by N.Korea nears
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- (Update) Japan May Triple Departure Tax in FY 2026 amid Overtourism
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- (Update) Japan Drafts Economic Package as PM Eyes Active Spending
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- Mother of Abe Shooter Yamagami Apologizes in Court
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- Ousted Mayor of Ito, Shizuoka, to Seek Return in Dec. Election
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- Northern Lights visible in Japan due to impact of solar flares
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- Original Birkin bag unveiled in Japan after record $10 million purchase
The Asahi Shimbun
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- Mother of suspected Abe killer apologizes for son’s actions
The Asahi Shimbun
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- Japan’s ‘muscle girls’ look to crush norms of willowy beauty
The Asahi Shimbun
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- China urges Japan PM Takaichi to immediately retract her remarks on Taiwan
Kyodo News
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- Tokyo inspector accused of spying for crime group Natural
The Asahi Shimbun
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- 9th Ruling Finds Japan Upper House Poll in Unconstitutional State
JIJI PRESS
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- (Update) Takaichi Cabinet Receives 2nd-Highest Initial Support after Koizumi
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- 60 Pct Back Lower House Seat Cut Plan: Jiji Poll
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- Rifle-packing police officers to cull bears in Akita and Iwate
The Asahi Shimbun
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- Japan May Triple Departure Tax to Tackle Overtourism
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- Takaichi's Summit Diplomacy Highly Rated by 75 Pct: Jiji Poll
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- Tokyo Named World’s Richest City—Here’s Where US Cities Ranked
Newsweek
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- Japan Govt Outlines Economic Measures
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- G-7 Foreign Chiefs Reaffirm Cooperation on Ukraine, Middle East
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- (Update) Ex-Policeman Nabbed over Defrauding Person with Dementia
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- New Winery Aims to Revitalize Tsunami-Hit District in Miyagi
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- Takaichi Cabinet Receives 2nd-Highest Initial Support after Koizumi
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- Motegi Slams China Diplomat's Criticism of Takaichi
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- Difficult to Specify Schedule for Political Donation Reform: Takaichi
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- Police with hunting rifles ready to cull bears in northeast Japan
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- Actor Hirosue referred to prosecutors over rear-ending accident, sources say
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- No charges for Hyogo governor and PR firm in vote-buying case
The Asahi Shimbun
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- Japan Producer Prices Up 2.7 Pct in Oct.
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- Actor Hirosue's Car Accident Case Sent to Prosecutors
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- New Year straw rope production keeps elderly workers busy near Tokyo
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- Japan FM Motegi urges G7 to strengthen rare earths supply chains
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- Japan to pledge bold spending increase in stimulus package, draft shows
The Asahi Shimbun
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- In Japan’s Northern Alps, residents battle monkeys to protect homes and farms
The Asahi Shimbun
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- Japan Police Deploy Officers to Cull Bears
JIJI PRESS
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- Japan's new rules allowing police to kill bears with rifles take effect
Kyodo News
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- Japan Vows to Continue Support for Ukraine
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- Japanese Immigrants Gain Attention with Farming Method in Amazon
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- TEST: FEATURE: Indian chef spreads Japanese food culture in home country
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- Japanese, S. Korean Governors Affirm Importance of Cooperation
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- LDP, Nippon Ishin Aiming for Early Conclusion over OTC-Like Drugs
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- Hokusai painting of woman sells for record $4 million
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- G7 foreign ministers voice concern over China's military buildup
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- US Embassy in Japan issues alert for bear attacks
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- Toyota to invest extra $10 billion in U.S. to make EV batteries
Kyodo News
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- Kyodo News Digest: Nov. 13, 2025
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- Yen briefly hits 155 vs. dollar for 1st time in 9 months
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- Police Officer Arrested for Leaking Info to Illegal Scout Group
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- Railway company employee drives trains without license in central Japan
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- Takaichi Seeks Regular Reports from BOJ Governor
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- Police rifle team trains in shooting bears with local hunter in northern Japan
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- Japan police obtain arrest warrant for mother of allegedly exploited Thai girl
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- 8th Ruling Finds Japan Upper House Poll in Unconstitutional State
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- Japan looks to triple departure tax to 3,000 yen to combat overtourism
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- Niigata Gov. Meets with Local Leaders over Nuclear Plant Restart
JIJI PRESS
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- Japan Panel Members Call for Extra Budget Topping 14 T. Yen
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- Prosecutors Drop Election Fraud Case against Hyogo Gov. Saito
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- FOCUS: RVs Attract Diverse Demand in Japan
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- Descendants in Philippines Denied Japanese Citizenship
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- Japan to help firms secure critical minerals as China curbs exports
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- Taiwan’s Population Plunges Further
Newsweek
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- SoftBank Group posts record net profit for Apr.-Sep.
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- Japan firms promote climate-saving tech at COP30
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- Operator denies fault in 2022 Shiretoko tour boat tragedy
The Asahi Shimbun
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- Anti-stalking law tweaked after Bluetooth tracker misuse
The Asahi Shimbun
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- Japan Average Pump Price Drops
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- Pokemon outdoor theme park area to open in Tokyo suburbs on February 5
Kyodo News
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- Tokyo Police Get Arrest Warrant for Mom of Thai Girl
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- (Update) Japan to Use Extra Budget to Address Bear Attacks
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- Couple accused of starving, assaulting 3 kids under their care
The Asahi Shimbun
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- All 47 governors vow to counter online lies, xenophobia
The Asahi Shimbun
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- Japan police get warrant for mother of Thai girl forced into sex work
Kyodo News
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- Japan LDP Proposes Measures against Bear Attacks
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- Man walking dog in Iwate Pref. attacked by bear
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- Airport in northeastern Japan reopens after bear intrusion
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- Japan to Cooperate with Britain, Canada on Security, Economy
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- LDP Begins Internal Talks on Lower House Seat Reduction
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- INTERVIEW: Japanese Minister Vows to Promote Disaster Prevention
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- Hokkaido Boat Operator Head Pleads Not Guilty over Fatal Sinking
JIJI PRESS
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- "Factory" in Cells Found to Prevent Insulin Abnormalities
JIJI PRESS
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- Japan protests China diplomat's online post about Takaichi remark on Taiwan
Kyodo News
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- Over 1 M. People Visit Japan Mobility Show
JIJI PRESS
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- (Update 2) 20-Centimeter Tsunami Observed after Quake off Iwate Pref.
JIJI PRESS
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- CDP Exec Raps Govt for Dropping 1-Year Primary Surplus Target
JIJI PRESS
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- FEATURE: Monogamy not the one and only option for love-seeking Tokyo writer
Kyodo News
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- Kyodo News Digest: Nov. 10, 2025
Kyodo News
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- Facility to Preserve Crashed JR West Train to Be Completed in Dec.
JIJI PRESS
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- Mayoral election in Ibaraki Pref. determined by lottery after tie vote
NHK
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- Powerful quake strikes off the coast of Japan, tsunami advisory lifted after 3 hours
The Asahi Shimbun
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- Blind people put their trust in app to navigate urban areas
The Asahi Shimbun
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- 5 Tokyo Olympic venues attract 60% of targeted visitor numbers
The Asahi Shimbun
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- Dozens of Earthquakes Rattle Japan After Tsunami Warning Canceled
Newsweek
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- 1st Female Governor Elected in Hiroshima Pref.
JIJI PRESS
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- (Update) 20-Centimeter Tsunami Observed after Quake off Iwate Pref.
JIJI PRESS
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- Mild tsunami reach northeast Japan after M6.9 quake, no damage reported
Kyodo News
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- Ultraman creator Tsuburaya becomes Japan's 1st visual effects hall of famer
Kyodo News
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- Japan Meteorological Agency lifts tsunami advisory
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- Tsunami advisory for Iwate pref.
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- Sumo: Young talent Hakuoho springs opening-day upset against Hoshoryu
Kyodo News
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- Emperor, Empress Attend National Marine Convention in Mie Pref.
JIJI PRESS
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- Japan Issues Tsunami Warning After 6.7 Magnitude Earthquake
Newsweek
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- Magnitude 6.7 quake hits northeast Japan, tsunami advisory for Iwate Prefecture
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- Bear attacks injure 5 people in 3 Japanese prefectures on Sunday
NHK
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- Tsunami alert issued for northeastern Japan after M6.7 quake
Kyodo News
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- Tsunami Advisory Issued after Quake off Iwate Pref.
JIJI PRESS
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- Magnitude 6.5 quake hits northeast Japan, tsunami advisory for Iwate Prefecture
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- 4th Avian Flu Outbreak This Season Confirmed in Niigata
JIJI PRESS
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- Difficult to Reach Accord on Cutting Diet Seats Soon: LDP Official
JIJI PRESS
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- NHK Party head Tachibana arrested for alleged defamation
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- Deer in Nara have their antlers trimmed in traditional event
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- Mother of Thai Girl Forced into Sex Work in Tokyo Detained in Taiwan
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- Controversial Japan political party leader arrested over alleged defamation
Kyodo News
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- Huge Godzilla installation to see off travelers at Tokyo airport from Dec.
Kyodo News
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- Anti-NHK Group's Head Arrested in Libel Case
JIJI PRESS
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- Japanese visual effects legend Tsuburaya inducted into VES Hall of Fame
NHK
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- Hunters, Authorities Exhausted amid Bear Crisis in Akita Pref.
JIJI PRESS
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- FEATURE: Drones take flight in Japan's disaster efforts
Kyodo News
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- Japan's NTT Docomo develops tech to quantify physical, mental pain
Kyodo News
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- Singer channels artistic peace on beach years after his viral hit
The Asahi Shimbun
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- Japan's minister for Northern Territories seeks early resumption of grave visits
NHK
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- Nippon Ishin Sees Snap Election If Cut in Diet Seats Rejected
JIJI PRESS
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- Football: Kashima down Yokohama FC, stay 1 point clear in close title race
Kyodo News
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- Emperor, Empress view Japan's only sea otters in captivity
NHK
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- Emperor, Empress Visit Mie for Marine Convention
JIJI PRESS
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- Autumn leaves on Mt. Myokendake in Nagasaki at best for viewing
NHK
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- Taiwan detains mom of Thai girl forced to work in Tokyo sex parlor
The Asahi Shimbun
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- Fuji Media Director Resigns over Expense Issue
JIJI PRESS
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- Trial of puncture-proof airless Bridgestone bus tire starts in Toyama
Kyodo News
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- Takaichi Plans to Cut Her Own, Other Ministers' Pay
JIJI PRESS
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- Japan, Others Target Quadrupling Sustainable Fuel Use
JIJI PRESS
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