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LDP Calls for "Taking Personal Responsibility"

March 18, 2024 - 01:21
At the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) convention held amidst the political funding scandal, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida stated that the party would take strict measures against the involved members. (News On Japan)
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Kishida Calls for Immediate Removal of Seafood Ban

March 12, 2024 - 06:39
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has emphasized the need for the immediate lifting of import bans on Japanese seafood by China and Russia, following the release of treated water from the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant. (News On Japan)
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Controversial "Inappropriate Show" at LDP Meeting

March 11, 2024 - 03:59
An issue has arisen concerning a Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) meeting that featured scantily clad female dancers. Detailed accounts from attendees are shedding light on the situation. (News On Japan)
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Japan Moves Toward Joint Custody

March 10, 2024 - 02:13
The Japanese government has decided to introduce a system of "joint custody" where both parents retain parental rights over their children after divorce, as a key feature of a proposed revision to the Civil Code. (News On Japan)
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Cabinet Approves Smartphone Integration of MyNumber Card

March 6, 2024 - 15:48
An amendment bill necessary for integrating all functions of the MyNumber Card into smartphones has been approved by the Cabinet. (News On Japan)
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Japan Proposes Exporting Next-Generation Fighters to Third Countries

March 6, 2024 - 11:14
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida emphasized the necessity of exporting the next-generation fighter jets, jointly developed with the United Kingdom and Italy, to third countries. This comes in response to the cautious stance of Komeito, a coalition partner, on the issue of exporting to third countries. (News On Japan)
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Is "Head Patting" Sexual Harassment?

March 5, 2024 - 08:47
Allegations of sexual harassment by the mayor of a town in Gifu Prefecture, including "head patting," has ruffled feathers, with many women in the streets expressing discomfort with such gestures in the workplace. (News On Japan)
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Ruling Coalition Secures Approval for 2024 Budget

March 2, 2024 - 17:02
The budget committee of the House of Representatives, which continued its deliberations until Saturday, has approved the budget proposal for the fiscal year 2024 in the afternoon with a majority vote from the ruling parties, the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and Komeito. (News On Japan)
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Family Registry Certificates Now Accessible Nationwide

March 1, 2024 - 14:06
A recent legal change now allows individuals to obtain family registry certificates at any municipal office, not just their registered domicile. (News On Japan)
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Tokyo Residents Get Shopping Relief

February 28, 2024 - 09:37
To support residents struggling with the rising cost of living, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government has indicated its plan to distribute 10,000 yen worth of gift certificates to households exempt from resident tax and others. (News On Japan)
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U.S. Navy Assault Ship Arrives at Osaka Port

February 28, 2024 - 05:47
The U.S. Navy's assault ship "America" entered the port of Minato in Osaka on Tuesday, its second visit to Osaka following last year for the purpose of goodwill and rest. (News On Japan)
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Zuckerberg meets PM Kishida

February 27, 2024 - 20:07
Meta's CEO, Mark Zuckerberg, held a meeting with Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on Tuesday, describing the encounter as having a "fruitful conversation." (News On Japan)
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Former PM Celebrates 100th Birthday

February 24, 2024 - 03:52
Former Prime Minister Tomiichi Murayama, who was born in Oita Prefecture and served as the 81st Prime Minister in 1994, will celebrate his 100th birthday on the 3rd of next month. (News On Japan)
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Japan's Defense Debate: Exporting the Next-Generation Fighter Jet

February 22, 2024 - 06:28
The first-ever discussion between the executives of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and Komeito has been held on whether to allow the export of defense equipment, including the "next-generation fighter jet" being developed by Japan, the United Kingdom, and Italy, to third countries. (News On Japan)
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Experts Compile a Draft Report on the Revision of the Adult Guardianship System

February 21, 2024 - 13:55
A panel of experts has compiled a draft report outlining key issues for the revision of the adult guardianship system, which is designed to manage the property and affairs of individuals with dementia and other conditions on their behalf. (News On Japan)
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Public Anger Over Politicians' Unpaid Taxes

February 21, 2024 - 02:51
Amid the Liberal Democratic Party's slush fund scandal, taxpayers are voicing their anger, leaving those working at tax filing offices bewildered. (News On Japan)
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Public Support for Political Parties Hits an 11-Year Low

February 19, 2024 - 08:36
In a public opinion poll conducted by NNN and Yomiuri Shimbun from February 16 to 18, 52 percent of respondents said they did not support any political party, a 4-point increase from the previous January survey. (News On Japan)
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What is North Korea's Aim? Analysis of Latest Missile Launches

February 19, 2024 - 01:05
Since the end of January, North Korea has successively launched three types of ground-attack cruise missiles, including a new type of anti-ship cruise missile. (News On Japan)
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Digital Agency Launches New Subsidy System for Low-Income Households

February 13, 2024 - 18:57
In an effort to streamline the distribution of subsidies to low-income households, Japan's Digital Agency has commenced the provision of a new system that allows both residents and local governments to complete procedures entirely online. (News On Japan)
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Government Proposes Ride-Sharing Operational Guidelines

February 8, 2024 - 08:03
Starting in April, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism has compiled a draft operational policy for the introduction of "ridesharing," where private drivers use their own vehicles to transport passengers for a fee. Under the proposed policy, the destination and fare would be confirmed at the time of reservation, with payments to be made cashlessly. Taxi companies, which will manage the operations, will be required to monitor the working conditions of drivers. (News On Japan)
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