The Rise of Generative AI in Business

Japan Business News - February 17, 2024 - 06:16
As the use of generative AI, like ChatGPT, expands globally, it is bringing changes to our "jobs" and "work styles." Last year, beverage giant Ito En renewed the packaging of one of its products, with the design's original draft created by "generative AI." The woman featured in the commercial was also generated by AI. (News On Japan)
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Tourist Falls 15 Meters While Doing "Matanozoki"

Japan Society News - February 17, 2024 - 05:34
A man fell down a slope at Amanohashidate, one of Japan's three most scenic views on Thursday, with the moment he was pushed captured on camera. (News On Japan)
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Japan Changes Its Colors

Japan Society News - February 17, 2024 - 05:17
Once considered a taboo, black wedding dresses are now gaining popularity in Japan. But what's behind this trend, and how are colors evolving in various aspects of life? (News On Japan)
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Osaka Castle Defends Doubling Prices

Japan Travel News - February 17, 2024 - 05:02
The entrance fee for Osaka Castle is set to double, making it the most expensive castle entry fee in Japan. (News On Japan)
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Exploring the Differences in Dating Etiquette in the US and Japan

Japan Society News - February 17, 2024 - 02:10
Dating customs and expectations can vary greatly between different cultures, and nowhere is this more evident than in the United States and Japan. (News On Japan)
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Why Tokyo Cherry Blossoms Bloom First

Japan Travel News - February 17, 2024 - 01:55
As the mild winter brings early blooms to some cherry blossom varieties, many wonder if the iconic Yoshino cherry trees will also flower sooner than usual. Let's delve into the forecast for this year's cherry blossom season. (News On Japan)
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The Dark Side of Tokyo: "Overdosing" on Cough Medicine

Japan Society News - February 17, 2024 - 01:41
In the bustling streets of Tokyo's Kabukicho, an alarming trend of getting high on over-the-counter medications, known as "overdose," has regained the spotlight, with the arrest of a 19-year-old man for distributing a large quantity of cough medicine to two high school girls free of charge. (News On Japan)
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The Meditating Monk: Zazen Grass Hails Spring

Japan Travel News - February 16, 2024 - 19:09
In Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture, the early spring flower, Zazen grass, is currently at its peak blooming season. Zazen grass, a perennial in the Araceae family, gets its name from its flower's resemblance to a meditating monk in a seated position. (News On Japan)
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OpenAI Unveils 'Sora': A Breakthrough in AI-Generated Video from Text

Japan Technology News - February 16, 2024 - 18:05
OpenAI, the developer of ChatGPT, has unveiled a new technology that allows the creation of videos using only text through generative AI. (News On Japan)
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Old Rivals Yamato and Japan Post Join Forces

Japan Business News - February 16, 2024 - 14:43
To address the driver shortage crisis, long-standing rivals Yamato Transport and Japan Post have teamed up to tackle Japan's challenging logistical environment known as the "2024 Problem." (News On Japan)
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Investigation into Widespread Age Falsification of Puppies and Kittens

Japan Society News - February 16, 2024 - 14:18
Japan's Environment Ministry is investigating the possibility of habitual falsification of birth dates for dogs and cats, which cannot be legally sold under 56 days old due to concerns about the risk of infectious diseases. (News On Japan)
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Trio Nabbed Stealing Sleeping Streamers Smartphone

Japan Society News - February 16, 2024 - 06:49
A 50-year-old man with short hair has been arrested on suspicion of stealing a wallet and other items from a man who was live-streaming on his smartphone. (News On Japan)
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Deadline Looms for Evacuees

Japan Society News - February 16, 2024 - 05:53
As Hokuriku eagerly anticipates the extension of the Hokuriku Shinkansen in just one month, a dilemma looms for hotels and inns hosting evacuees from the recent disaster. With the Shinkansen's extension, some facilities are considering returning to regular operations. The question arises: where will the evacuees go? (News On Japan)
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Yoshinoya's "Red Pickled Ginger Man" Jailed for Gross Video

Japan Society News - February 16, 2024 - 01:28
A man who ate red pickled ginger directly from a communal container at a Yoshinoya beef bowl chain, with a video of the malicious incident subsequently spread online, has been sentenced to prison for 2 years and 4 months. (News On Japan)
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Nikkei Closes Over 38,000 for First Time in 34 Years

Japan Business News - February 15, 2024 - 17:39
The Nikkei 225 average on the Tokyo Stock Market soared Thursday, closing at over 38,000 yen, the highest level since the post-bubble era. (News On Japan)
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Renesas Electronics Acquires U.S. Software Company for 880 Billion Yen

Japan Business News - February 15, 2024 - 15:47
Renesas Electronics, a leading semiconductor company, has announced its acquisition of American software firm Altium Limited for approximately 880 billion yen to expedite the development and design of semiconductor products. (News On Japan)
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Mt. Fuji Climbing Fee Set at 2,000 Yen

Japan Travel News - February 15, 2024 - 14:37
Yamanashi Governor Kotaro Nagasaki has shared his views on the climbing fee for Mt. Fuji, stating, "We should break away from the mentality that cheaper is always better." (News On Japan)
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Germany Surpasses Japan in 2023 Nominal GDP

Japan Business News - February 15, 2024 - 14:21
The Cabinet Office announced that Japan's nominal GDP in 2023 fell to fourth place globally, overtaken by Germany, in dollar terms, partly due to a continued downturn in personal consumption, influenced by rising prices. (News On Japan)
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'Haru-Ichiban' Arrives 13 Days Early

Japan Travel News - February 15, 2024 - 14:06
The Hokuriku region has announced Japan's first spring gale of the year, with a strong southerly wind blowing over the Sea of Japan on Thursday afternoon. (News On Japan)
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Valentine's Dilemma: Receiving Chocolate as a Married Man

Japan Society News - February 15, 2024 - 04:46
Valentine's Day in Japan is commonly associated with women giving chocolates to men. However, when this tradition extends to the workplace, some wives find it irksome when their husbands receive sweeties. (News On Japan)
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