Toshiba shareholders draw curtains on 74 years of stock market history

Japan Business News - November 22, 2023 - 14:25
Toshiba, aiming for corporate restructuring, held an extraordinary general meeting of shareholders on Wednesday, the final step towards delisting from the stock exchange. (News On Japan)
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Illegal garbage dumping plagues Tokyo streets

Japan Society News - November 22, 2023 - 10:56
Streets littered with heaps of garbage, even spilling onto the opposite sidewalks, have become a pressing issue in Kamata, Tokyo, where local eateries line the streets. (News On Japan)
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Naked Festival set for full revival after four years

Japan Travel News - November 22, 2023 - 10:47
In the crowded halls of the Nishi-Achiyama Kannon-in Temple in Okayama City, men, completely devoid of clothing, press tightly against each other. This scene is part of the famous "Naked Festival." (News On Japan)
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Japan condemns Yemen's Houthi rebels hijack of cargo ship in Red Sea

Japan Politics News - November 22, 2023 - 04:11
Japan has condemned the seizure of a Japanese-operated cargo ship by Yemen's Houthi rebels in the Red Sea, south of Israel. (CNA)
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How to draw a cute squirrel with crayon. For Beginners

Japan Education News - November 22, 2023 - 04:07
This is Shibasaki, a painting instructor. Today I would like to draw a cute little squirrel with crayon. You are also welcome to try drawing while watching the video. (Watercolor by Shibasaki)
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Sumo: Ozeki Kirishima moves into share of Kyushu lead

Japan Sports News - November 22, 2023 - 04:03
Ozeki Kirishima picked up his eighth win on the 10th day of the Kyushu Grand Sumo Tournament, leaving him in a four-way tie for the lead Tuesday. (Kyodo)
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Manga artists, taxi drivers hit as Japan tax frustrations mount

Japan Business News - November 22, 2023 - 03:51
From manga artists to independent taxi drivers, Japanese freelancers and small businesses frustrated with the potential loss of a tax break are among the growing numbers pushing down Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s approval rating to record lows. (Business Mirror)
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Japan to introduce tuberculosis testing for travellers from Philippines, Vietnam, China, Indonesia, Nepal, Myanmar

Japan Travel News - November 22, 2023 - 03:38
In 2024, the Japanese government aims to mandate tuberculosis tests for individuals from six countries seeking to enter Japan for over three months. (visaguide.world)
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Japan to ban cannabinoid HHCH from Dec. 2 after gummies make many ill

Japan Politics News - November 22, 2023 - 03:34
A Japanese health ministry panel on Tuesday decided to ban HHCH, a synthetic cannabinoid, from Dec. 2 after many people who consumed gummies containing the compound had to go to the hospital. (Kyodo)
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In Japan, people are renting "handsome weeping boys" to wipe away tears

Japan Business News - November 22, 2023 - 03:32
Tokyo offices are experiencing an unconventional approach to ease workplace stress. At a cost of 7,900 yen, roughly ₹ 4,400, people in Japan can access the services of Ikemeso Danshi, providing attractive companions referred to as "Handsome Weeping Boys." (ndtv.com)
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Vandals attack home of Jewish US Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel by defacing fence with the word NAZIS

Japan Politics News - November 22, 2023 - 03:28
The home of the US Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel became the target of anti-Semitic vandals over the weekend who spray painted the word 'Nazis' on a fence outside his house in Michigan. (dailymail.co.uk)
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Japanese woman who flagged SDF sexual abuse included in BBC '100 women 2023'

Japan Society News - November 22, 2023 - 03:21
The BBC has included a former member of Japan's Ground Self-Defense Force who spoke out about sexual violence within her unit in its annual list of 100 women for 2023. (NHK)
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Japan's weather officials forecast warmer than normal winter

Japan Travel News - November 22, 2023 - 03:19
Japan's weather officials predict warmer-than-normal temperatures and less snow across the country in its three-month-period forecast of December through February. (NHK)
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N.Korean projectile apparently flew over Japan

Japan Politics News - November 22, 2023 - 03:13
The Japanese government announced on Tuesday at 10:46 p.m., local time, that North Korea launched at least one missile. It likely flew over Japan's southwestern prefecture of Okinawa toward the Pacific Ocean. (NHK)
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Year-end Jumbo Lottery tickets go on sale

Japan Society News - November 21, 2023 - 15:09
Sales of the "Year-End Jumbo Lottery," offering 1 billion yen in total prize money, kicked off Tuesday. (News On Japan)
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Gaming Is Changing Forever: Will Japan Keep the Pace?

Japan Technology News - November 21, 2023 - 07:26
For many of us, particularly those of a certain age, Japan is the country that built the gaming industry. (newsonjapan.com)
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Truck catches fire on highway after losing rear tire

Japan Society News - November 21, 2023 - 06:58
Video footage has emerged of a truck engulfed in flames on a highway in Hokkaido, Japan's northern island, after its tire fell off. (News On Japan)
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Winter bonuses in Japan set to rise for third year in row

Japan Business News - November 21, 2023 - 06:32
Private companies are expected to exceed last year's winter bonuses for the third consecutive year, according to four private research firms, with an average payout per person rising between 2.1% to 2.5%. (News On Japan)
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4 million yen cash found in trash

Japan Society News - November 21, 2023 - 06:10
Approximately 4 million yen in cash was found in trash at a recycling plant in Fukuyama City, Hiroshima Prefecture. (News On Japan)
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Japan holds exams for foreigners newly eligible for Category 2 residence status

Japan Education News - November 21, 2023 - 04:12
Japan has begun holding exams for foreign workers whose job types have been newly added to the list of fields that are eligible to get the country's Category 2 residence status. (NHK)
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