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Japan Is Grappling With Unprecedented Rice Shortage. Here's What Led To This
The threat of a "megaquake", a series of typhoons, and a week-long national holiday have some Japanese scrambling to buy rice -- the nation's cherished staple food -- with the government warning Tuesday against panic buying.
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Japanese Prefecture Passes New Law Encouraging Residents To Laugh Daily
In a one-of-a-kind move, a local government in Japan's Yamagata prefecture has passed a law calling on residents to laugh at least once every day in a bid to promote better physical and mental health.
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Sony to Resume Operations of Acquired Japanese Crypto Firm ‘WhaleFin’
Sony Group is set to enhance its product and service offerings by integrating crypto-centric features. This initiative includes a revamped UI screen design and the launch of a new app aimed at delivering a more user-friendly experience.
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Japanese Climber Found Dead In Mountains In PoK, Another Missing
One of two Japanese climbers was found dead and his body recovered from a mountain in Pakistan occupied Kashmir on Saturday, with a search ongoing for the second man, a government official said.
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Japanese City's Controversial Tourism Stunt With $2,800 Sex Doll Draws Criticism
A Japanese government official has come under scrutiny for purchasing a sex doll, valued at over $2,800, for a tourist exhibition.
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India, Pak, US-Born Residents Sue Japan Government Over Alleged Racial Profiling
The trio said they have suffered distress from repeated police questioning based on their appearance and ethnicity, which they say is a violation of the constitution.
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India Trade Department Backs Lower Tax On Hybrid Cars In Green Push
India's trade department has backed lowering taxes on hybrid vehicles to help the transition to cleaner energy sources, following demands by Japanese car makers, five government and industry sources told Reuters.
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Apple, Google May Have to Allow Third-Party App Stores, Payments in Japan: Report
Japanese government is reportedly preparing laws that will require Apple and Google as well as other similar companies to allow users to download apps outside their official app stores and let alternative payment methods for any apps.
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This Japanese City Has Enforced A Ban On Walking On Escalators. Here's Why
The ordinance, which went into effect in Nagoya on October 1, requires people tostand on escalators rather than walk on them in order to prevent accidents.
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Japan Opens Hotline For Male Sex Abuse Victims After Boyband Scandal
The Japanese government will set up a hotline for male victims of sexual abuse, a minister announced on Tuesday, as the country grapples with an abuse scandal at the biggest boyband agency.
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Over 10 Per Cent Of Japanese People Are Now Aged 80 Or Above: Government
More than 10 percent of Japanese people have crossed 80 years or older for the first time, new official data showed, as the nation faces a rapidly greying population.
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Japan Orders Immediate Removal Of China Seafood Ban Amid Atomic Waste Row
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said on Thursday that his government had demanded China "immediately eliminate" its import ban on seafood from Japan, imposed after the release of treated wastewater from the Fukushima nuclear plant.
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Hong Kong To Curb Some Japan Food Imports Over Fukushima Water Release
Hong Kong will ban "aquatic products" from 10 Japanese prefectures, a government minister said Tuesday, after city leader John Lee condemned Tokyo's plans to release water from the stricken Fukushima nuclear plant into the ocean.
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"Standing With People Of India": World Leaders Extend Support After Train Tragedy
World leaders, including Russian President Vladimir Putin, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, expressed their condolences to the families and the Government of India.
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Amid Population Decline, Japanese City Turns To ChatGPT To Help Run The Government
ChatGPT has been making headlines since its debut. It has been used to complete assignments, write wedding vows and even compose rousing sermons for pastors and rabbis. Now, a Japanese city is also turning to the AI chatbot.
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Japan Is Grappling With Unprecedented Rice Shortage. Here's What Led To This
The threat of a "megaquake", a series of typhoons, and a week-long national holiday have some Japanese scrambling to buy rice -- the nation's cherished staple food -- with the government warning Tuesday against panic buying.
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Japanese Prefecture Passes New Law Encouraging Residents To Laugh Daily
In a one-of-a-kind move, a local government in Japan's Yamagata prefecture has passed a law calling on residents to laugh at least once every day in a bid to promote better physical and mental health.
-
Sony to Resume Operations of Acquired Japanese Crypto Firm ‘WhaleFin’
Sony Group is set to enhance its product and service offerings by integrating crypto-centric features. This initiative includes a revamped UI screen design and the launch of a new app aimed at delivering a more user-friendly experience.
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Japanese Climber Found Dead In Mountains In PoK, Another Missing
One of two Japanese climbers was found dead and his body recovered from a mountain in Pakistan occupied Kashmir on Saturday, with a search ongoing for the second man, a government official said.
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Japanese City's Controversial Tourism Stunt With $2,800 Sex Doll Draws Criticism
A Japanese government official has come under scrutiny for purchasing a sex doll, valued at over $2,800, for a tourist exhibition.
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India, Pak, US-Born Residents Sue Japan Government Over Alleged Racial Profiling
The trio said they have suffered distress from repeated police questioning based on their appearance and ethnicity, which they say is a violation of the constitution.
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India Trade Department Backs Lower Tax On Hybrid Cars In Green Push
India's trade department has backed lowering taxes on hybrid vehicles to help the transition to cleaner energy sources, following demands by Japanese car makers, five government and industry sources told Reuters.
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Apple, Google May Have to Allow Third-Party App Stores, Payments in Japan: Report
Japanese government is reportedly preparing laws that will require Apple and Google as well as other similar companies to allow users to download apps outside their official app stores and let alternative payment methods for any apps.
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This Japanese City Has Enforced A Ban On Walking On Escalators. Here's Why
The ordinance, which went into effect in Nagoya on October 1, requires people tostand on escalators rather than walk on them in order to prevent accidents.
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Japan Opens Hotline For Male Sex Abuse Victims After Boyband Scandal
The Japanese government will set up a hotline for male victims of sexual abuse, a minister announced on Tuesday, as the country grapples with an abuse scandal at the biggest boyband agency.
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Over 10 Per Cent Of Japanese People Are Now Aged 80 Or Above: Government
More than 10 percent of Japanese people have crossed 80 years or older for the first time, new official data showed, as the nation faces a rapidly greying population.
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Japan Orders Immediate Removal Of China Seafood Ban Amid Atomic Waste Row
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said on Thursday that his government had demanded China "immediately eliminate" its import ban on seafood from Japan, imposed after the release of treated wastewater from the Fukushima nuclear plant.
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Hong Kong To Curb Some Japan Food Imports Over Fukushima Water Release
Hong Kong will ban "aquatic products" from 10 Japanese prefectures, a government minister said Tuesday, after city leader John Lee condemned Tokyo's plans to release water from the stricken Fukushima nuclear plant into the ocean.
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"Standing With People Of India": World Leaders Extend Support After Train Tragedy
World leaders, including Russian President Vladimir Putin, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, expressed their condolences to the families and the Government of India.
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Amid Population Decline, Japanese City Turns To ChatGPT To Help Run The Government
ChatGPT has been making headlines since its debut. It has been used to complete assignments, write wedding vows and even compose rousing sermons for pastors and rabbis. Now, a Japanese city is also turning to the AI chatbot.
