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Space Invaders takes over Tokyo observation deck
Space Invaders takes over a Tokyo observation deck in an exhibition celebrating the iconic game's 40th birthday.
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Emperor and Empress won't attend sumo
The Emperor and Empress will not attend the New Year Grand Sumo Tournament in the wake of an assault scandal.
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Apparent Chinese naval vessels spotted near Senkakus
An apparent Chinese sub and combat vessel have been spotted in waters near Japan's Senkaku Islands.
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Sony delivers all-new robotic dog Aibo
Japanese tech giant Sony delivers its all-new robotic dog Aibo after a 12-year hiatus.
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Snow lashes western Japan
Snow falls on urban areas in western Japan while a cold front dumps heavy snow on Sea of Japan coastal regions.
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Broadcasts of 2 TV stations in Ishikawa disrupted
Broadcasts of two TV stations in Ishikawa Prefecture have been disrupted due to lightning damage on the transmission tow...
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A-bomb survivor makes final appeal
A video message by an atomic bomb survivor of Nagasaki who died last year is posted on YouTube.
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Valentine's Day rush gets underway
Tokyo department stores launch Valentine's Day sales with cosmetic-shaped chocolates and other products geared for socia...
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Crown Princess Masako attends New Year's Lectures
Crown Princess Masako attends New Year's Lectures at the Imperial Palace for the first time in 15 years.
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High school student becomes 2018 lucky man
An annual lucky man selection race takes place at Nishinomiya Shrine, or Ebessan as it is affectionately known to locals...
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