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First Reiwa work day with cool biz
Japanese people are back at work after a 10-day holiday period known as "Golden Week." For most workers, it was the firs...
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Make music, no talent required
Play piano on a computer keyboard and make music clinking wine glasses -- no lessons or ability required.
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Japan's laundromat truck
A laundromat truck helps people in disaster areas keep their clothes clean and spirits high.
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First-harvest of green tea starts in Kyoto
Green tea leaves are picked at the first harvest of the year in Kyoto.
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Tourists flock to harvest seaweed
People get to harvest and eat fresh-harvested seaweed for free.
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Emperor Emeritus Akihito and Empress Emerita Michiko visit tennis court
Emperor Emeritus Akihito and Empress Emerita Michiko make their first public appearance since his abdication.
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3D animation jumps off the page
Animator Slit creates 3D art using optical illusion techniques.
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Emperor Naruhito ascends to the throne
Emperor Naruhito takes the Chrysanthemum Throne and gives his first speech.
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