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Hakone's Owaku Valley reopens

Hakone's Owaku Valley reopens

Hakone's Owaku Valley, a popular tourist destination, reopens after being closed for 6 months due to volcanic activity.

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Blizzard hits Hokkaido

Blizzard hits Hokkaido

A strong winter cold front dumps heavy snow in parts of Japan's northernmost island of Hokkaido, with more forecasted fo...

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Origami for Outer Space

Origami for Outer Space

A Japanese space-tech startup aims to build houses in outer space by using technology inspired by the traditional paper-...

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New sake, new cedar ball

New sake, new cedar ball

Tenryou Shuzou sake brewery in Gero, Gifu Prefecture announces its new sake with a yearly event - hanging a cedar ball.

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