Japan’s homegrown peppers can pack an unsuspecting punch
With names like "hawk's talons" and "lion's head," these popular peppers are a great way to eat more veggies with a…
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Trump envoys arrive in Kyiv in new push to end Russia’s war
The visit follows the U.S. officials' more than three hours of talks in Moscow on Saturday that a Kremlin aide called…
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Chubu Electric chairman Satoru Katsuno may step down over data fraud
Industry officials have criticized Katsuno, with some saying that "there is no way he can remain in the position."
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Justice Ministry to test GPS tracking of sex offenders on parole
Only parolees who consent to participate in the program will be monitored with GPS devices, which are not slated to be…
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Japan adopts measures to stamp out invasive longhorn beetle
"We will engage in systematic and wide-area pest control to enable its eradication in Japan," Environment Minister…
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How a billion-dollar sanctions dodge kept Chinese goods flowing to Iran
The secretive trade mechanism, in which Iranian oil is exchanged for credits for Chinese imports, has provided a…
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Actor and narrator Reo Morimoto dies at 83
The Japanese actor and narrator known for his gentle voice, died suddenly of an unknown cause earlier this month.
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Pakistan faces pressure to pick a side as Saudi tensions with Houthis escalate
Fighting between Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi movement and Saudi forces is increasingly testing how long Pakistan can…
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At Dallas convention, some loyalists question Trump-centric midterms strategy
Trump urged voters to "pretend that I'm on the ballot" during the two-day gathering in Texas.
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China threat erodes Japanese anger over U.S. bases ahead of vote
Voters in Okinawa have long bristled over hosting U.S. military bases, but a growing acceptance for a stronger military…
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Diving into Japan’s art scene, one fair at a time
Usually bringing together hundreds of artists and galleries in one place, art fairs remove the distance, making viewing…
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Japan designates 18 regions as green transformation strategy areas
The ministry will support the regions by easing regulations on land use and providing subsidies, aiming to attract…
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China to raise visa fees sevenfold for Japanese visitors
The decision came after Japan introduced higher visa fees for foreign nationals in July.
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Former Sega president recalls being ‘impressed’ with Nvidia’s Huang
Shoichiro Irimajiri said he had decided to invest $5 million in Nvidia in the late 1990s because he was impressed by…
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BOJ set to raise interest rate to 1.25% next week
The last time the Bank of Japan's policy interest rate stood at 1.25% was in April 1995.
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North Korea fires off ‘multiple’ missiles, a day after trilateral exercises end
The launches came a day after South Korea, Japan and the U.S. wrapped up their trilateral Freedom Edge military drills.
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Apple’s foldable iPhone poses a $1,999 question: Who is it for?
Some observers at the launch event in Cupertino, California, were left questioning its appeal beyond wealthy tech…
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Behind the killer robots of Ukraine’s new warfare ‘revolution’
In a cramped workshop near the front line in northeastern Ukraine, military mechanic "Chimera" is helping prepare his…
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How to make the ‘downgraded’ Seishun 18 ticket work for you
The ticket was once a beloved travel hack for Japan's train lovers, but using it now requires a bit more forethought to…
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The demonic highs of ‘Onimusha’ make up for jarring lows
The new hack-and-slash action RPG from Capcom has stunningly fun boss battles that more than make up for its weaker…
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Koizumi says Japan not ruling out nuclear subs, days after U.S. offers positive view
Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi refused to rule out any options when it comes to nuclear submarines, as Tokyo looks…
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Ratio of Japanese singles seeking marriage drops below 80% for first time
The survey results highlighted a declining desire for marriage as more people see few benefits to tying the knot.
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Digital Agency says personal information possibly leaked
No secondary damage, such as the misuse of the possibly leaked personal information, has been confirmed so far.
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Double-dipping: When one manga adaptation just isn’t enough
Across the generations, popular manga have lent themselves to both live-action and anime adaptations — with sometimes…
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Chubu Electric plans to abandon nuclear plant restart in wake of data scandal
The company will hold a news conference on Monday.
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Quake-hit Kumamoto Prefecture to offer travel discounts
The discounts, which will be offered from Tuesday, will apply to overnight stays in Kumamoto between Oct. 1 and Dec. 25.
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U.S. women arrested over smuggling of $1 million worth of cannabis into Japan
One suspect claimed she was motivated by the idea of a free trip to Japan.
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Sentiment turns positive among big Japanese firms in July-September
Stronger semiconductor-related demand and more customers at hotels and restaurants were reported in the business survey…
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Record rain in Chiba caused by unusually slow storm system, experts say
A preliminary analysis found that a lingering squall-line system — which usually moves quickly — contributed to…
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Some analysts forecast the yen going to ¥150 to the dollar, others not so sure
Japan's currency is being buffeted by many forces, and debate rages as to whether the tide has turned.
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Russian screening of Soviet-era film to tiny audience in Taipei alarms Taiwan
Taipei believes Russia, in showing the documentary called "Smashing Militarist Japan," is helping China push its "new…
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The far right’s political victory in Germany is great news for Putin
No one in NATO has any interest in attacking Russia, but these fabrications make for powerful messages and they're…
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25 years on, father of Japanese 9/11 victim continues to grieve
"My sorrow and anger will persist until I die," said Kazusada Sumiyama, who lost his son to the terrorist attacks.
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Japan’s science-security convergence needs guardrails
The connection between science and technology policy and security, however, is not new.
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LDP-backed Koja has slight lead over incumbent Tamaki in Okinawa gubernatorial vote
The two candidates are neck and neck, media polls show.
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Hong Kong hits Tiananmen vigil activists with yearslong jail sentences
The United Nations, rights groups and foreign governments have condemned the convictions.
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