Palm oil producer adopts solar energy for stable revenue|Korean restaurants rise in global culinary rankings|Party candidate warns court rulings may weaken opposition|Social media discussions question necessity of survival kit stockpiling|Report: Most suspects of public weapon possession not arrested|Australian student reaches finals of Swedish Idol competition|Boebert campaign reviewing voting patterns in Colorado race|Japan's lower house passes consumption tax cut bill|Teen charged over alleged armed group attack on boy in Ellenbrook|Satoshi Yagisawa's books capture mundane intimacy|Palm oil producer adopts solar energy for stable revenue|Korean restaurants rise in global culinary rankings|Party candidate warns court rulings may weaken opposition|Social media discussions question necessity of survival kit stockpiling|Report: Most suspects of public weapon possession not arrested|Australian student reaches finals of Swedish Idol competition|Boebert campaign reviewing voting patterns in Colorado race|Japan's lower house passes consumption tax cut bill|Teen charged over alleged armed group attack on boy in Ellenbrook|Satoshi Yagisawa's books capture mundane intimacy|

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Tokyo
business economy1 h ago

Japan conveys 'strong concern' to France over EU-made EV incentive

TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said Thursday she conveyed Japan's "strong concern" over the European Union's consideration of a prefer

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Tokyo
politics17 h ago

Japanese video game company Nintendo reports rising profit, falling sales

TOKYO (AP) -- Japanese video-game maker Nintendo reported Thursday an 11% improvement in its net profit in the first half of the fiscal year, although

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Tokyo
politics18 h ago

Quad nations begin joint naval exercise amid China's growing assertiveness

TOKYO (Kyodo) -- The United States, Japan, Australia and India began their joint Malabar naval exercise in waters off the Kanto region surrounding Tok

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Tokyo
politics19 h ago

Sony lifts outlook after Spider-Man and games fuel growth

The Tokyo-based company now expects ¥1.87 trillion in operating income for the year through March, raising its guidance by 15%.

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Tokyo
politics20 h ago

NTT Docomo experiencing service disruptions across Japan

TOKYO (Kyodo) -- NTT Docomo Inc. said Thursday it is experiencing service disruptions across Japan and investigating the cause of the problem.The majo

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Tokyo
politics20 h ago

Japan’s seemingly unchanging ancient sport of sumo may already be at peak optimization

You can walk into a sumo stable in Tokyo in 2026 and see roughly the same training patterns and methods as you would have in 1826.

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Tokyo
politics1 d ago

Japan Finance Ministry calls for review of 'metabolic syndrome checkup' support

TOKYO -- Japan's Finance Ministry proposed reviewing administrative support, including possible termination, for specific health checkups and guidance

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Tokyo
politics1 d ago

Tokyo braces for fallout from the U.S. midterms

While relations are well-insulated from executive action due to bipartisan support, Tokyo will watch for changes in post-election decision-making.

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Tokyo
politics1 d ago

UNESCO body recommends Japan's shodo calligraphy for cultural heritage list

TOKYO (Kyodo) -- An advisory body of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization has recommended adding Japanese calligraphy,

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Tokyo
politics1 d ago

BOJ policymaker urged rate hike size debate amid inflation risks: minutes

TOKYO (Kyodo) -- A Bank of Japan policymaker said at its September monetary policy meeting that the central bank had entered a new phase in which the

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Tokyo
politics1 d ago

News in Easy English: Japan's Imperial Palace gets first cafe and new visitor center

TOKYO -- A new place for visitors is opening at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo on Nov. 3. It is the Ote Rest House, near Ote-mon Gate on the east side o

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Tokyo
politics1 d ago

Ex-SDF mayor in suburban Tokyo fails hunting license exam, vows to study bear control

TOKYO -- The mayor of the suburban Tokyo city of Hachioji, a former member of the Self-Defense Forces, took a hunting license examination amid a spate

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Tokyo
politics1 d ago

Tokyo stocks open higher after Democrats retake Congress in US election

TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Tokyo stocks opened higher Thursday, following a surge of the U.S. Dow Jones index after Democrats retook control of both chambers of

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Tokyo
politics1 d ago

Japan gov't mulls financial aid to sanction-hit ICC amid call from ICC head

TOKYO (Kyodo) -- The Japanese government said Wednesday it is considering what financial assistance it can provide to support the International Crimin

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Tokyo
politics1 d ago

Credit card numbers may have leaked in cyberattack on Muji

TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Muji brand operator Ryohin Keikaku Co. said Wednesday that about 1.09 million customer records, including credit card numbers, may ha

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Tokyo
politics1 d ago

Editorial: Japan gov't needs concrete vision for '2nd capital' plan

The Japanese government has set, by Cabinet order, the requirements for designating a prefecture outside the Tokyo metropolitan area as a "second capi

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Tokyo
politics1 d ago

Fast & Furious Tourists Are Flocking to Japan for a Taste of Tokyo Drift

Fast & Furious Tourists Are Flocking to Japan for a Taste of Tokyo Drift  Bloomberg

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Tokyo
technology1 d ago

Tokyo Police to Use AI for Accident Reconstruction

Tokyo police will implement an AI-based system to reconstruct accident scenes. The technology combines 3D data with camera footage to reduce on-site inspections.

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Tokyo
geopolitics1 d ago

Japan reaffirms US alliance essential regardless of midterm outcome

Japan's top government spokesman stated that the nation's alliance with the United States remains essential for global peace and stability. The statement was made on Wednesday in Tokyo.

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Tokyo
business economy1 d ago

Tokyo stocks lower after US Democrats retake Congress

Tokyo stocks finished lower in volatile trading on Wednesday. The Nikkei index briefly dropped sharply after projections showed US Democrats regaining control of Congress.

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Tokyo
entertainment1 d ago

Film Wins Top Prize at Tokyo Festival

Milcho Manchevski's film "Sister Brother Manhole Cover" won the Tokyo Grand Prix. It was honored among 15 Competition section entries.

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Tokyo
geopolitics2 d ago

North Korea fires unidentified projectile in weapons test

North Korea has launched an unidentified projectile as part of its latest weapons test. Tokyo did not issue an alert, indicating no immediate threat to Japan.

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Tokyo
entertainment2 d ago

Art Week Tokyo aims to connect the city's art scene

Art Week Tokyo's fifth edition features 56 venues and international participants. The event spans five days with exhibitions, conversations, and creative exchange.

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Tokyo
business economy2 d ago

Tokyo stocks open lower ahead of US midterm election results

Tokyo stocks opened lower on Wednesday as investors awaited U.S. midterm election results. A wait-and-see mood prevailed in the market.

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Tokyo
geopolitics2 d ago

Tokyo's strategy to counter Beijing's coercive actions

Japan seeks to maintain autonomy through a balanced approach. This includes diplomatic engagement, economic strength, and credible defense capabilities.

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