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Genkai Nuclear Power Plant closer to restart

Genkai Nuclear Power Plant closer to restart

A local government committee green lights running the Genkai Nuclear Power Plant in Saga Prefecture, advancing the rest...

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First lady quits honorary position over real estate uproar

First lady quits honorary position over real estate uproar

Akie Abe, Japan's first lady, steps down as honorary principal of an elementary school after the school is accused of a ...

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Residents to appeal Kadena base ruling

Residents to appeal Kadena base ruling

Residents plan to appeal Thursday's court ruling granting $268 million in US base-related noise pollution damages becau...

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Toshiba to spin-off semiconductor business

Toshiba to spin-off semiconductor business

Toshiba will establish its money-making semi-conductor business as Toshiba Memory in April.

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Workers leave early to spend on Premium Friday

Workers leave early to spend on Premium Friday

Japan's government hopes Premium Friday, a day when workers can leave the office early, will boost consumption and chang...

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Akita Inu scam

Akita Inu scam

The iconic Japanese Akita Inu has become an increasingly popular dog around the world. But that has led to some sketchy ...

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