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Moon urges focus on future
South Korean President Moon Jae-in says he hopes that bilateral relations with Japan can focus on the future and overcom...
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US base reclamation to start
The government plans to start landfill work for a new US base against fervent opposition by Okinawa Prefecture.
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Prince Akishino questions ritual funding
Prince Akishino makes waves questioning whether public funds should be spent to hold a religious court ritual.
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Prince Akishino casts doubt on Princess Mako's marriage
Japan's Prince Akishino says his eldest daughter Princess Mako's marriage to Kei Komuro will be difficult unless the pub...
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Discovering lesser-known scenic spots
Japan's natural scenery and cultural experiences are drawing more and more foreign tourists off the beaten path.
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Japan slams S.Korean court's reparation orders
Japan criticizes South Korea's top court ruling requiring Mitsubishi Heavy Industries to compensate former forced labore...
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Underwear maker showcases last bra of the year
An underwear maker's annual bra of the year tradition wraps with a final bra showcasing Japan's soon to end Heisei Era.
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Rituals added to UNESCO list
10 traditional Japanese rituals are added to UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list.
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Opposition highlights foreign worker abuse
The opposition slams a contentious immigration reform bill to boost the number of foreign workers in Japan's upper house...
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Immigration reform heads to upper house
Debate on a controversial immigration reform bill to boost the number of foreign workers moves to Japan's upper house.
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