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Ishiba Replaces Agriculture Minister with Popular Koizumi to Contain Fallout

May 21, 2025 - 14:04
Following intense criticism over a delayed response to growing political pressure, Prime Minister Ishiba dismissed Agriculture Minister Eto and appointed Koizumi as his successor in an effort to regain control of his administration. (News On Japan)
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Only 10 Percent of Released Reserve Rice Reaches Consumers

May 20, 2025 - 19:14
Although the government released 210,000 tons of reserve rice into the market, only about 10 percent has reached supermarkets and restaurants, equivalent to the nation’s average daily rice consumption. (News On Japan)
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Crack Down on Abusive Male Hosts Gains Momentum

May 20, 2025 - 18:23
Following a wave of disturbing cases in which women were emotionally manipulated into debt and coerced into prostitution through exploitative tactics used by hosts, the revised Entertainment Business Act aimed at cracking down on abusive host club practices passed Japan's Lower House on Tuesday. (News On Japan)
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Japan Rethinks Rice Bidding System

May 20, 2025 - 14:19
With rice prices continuing to hover at historically high levels and empty store shelves becoming more common, the Japanese government is under increasing pressure to implement consumer- and producer-friendly policies. In response, authorities are revising the bidding system for releasing reserve rice stocks, aiming to make it more accessible to smaller wholesalers. (News On Japan)
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Agriculture Minister He Gets So Much Free Rice He Could Sell It

May 19, 2025 - 13:16
Agriculture Minister Taketaka Eto of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party stated during a speech in Saga City on May 18th that he has never purchased rice, explaining, "I receive a lot from supporters—enough that I could practically sell it. That's how much is in my household pantry." (News On Japan)
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Okinawa Protesters March Around U.S. Bases

May 18, 2025 - 15:53
A peace march calling for the reduction of the burden caused by U.S. military bases was held in Okinawa on May 17th, marking 53 years since the prefecture's reversion to Japan. (News On Japan)
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Cabinet Approves Pension Reform Bill Without Support for Ice Age Generation

May 16, 2025 - 17:45
The government approved a long-awaited pension reform bill in a cabinet meeting on May 16th, aiming to eliminate the so-called "1.06 million yen barrier" that has prevented many part-time workers from enrolling in the welfare pension system. (News On Japan)
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Japan Begins Security Clearance System to Boost International Cooperation, But Privacy Fears Remain

May 16, 2025 - 06:49
Japan has launched its new "security clearance" system, which restricts access to sensitive economic security information to individuals deemed suitable through a national screening process. The program, which began operation on May 15th, is intended to enhance international collaboration by aligning Japan’s information handling standards with those of key allies. (News On Japan)
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Japan Aims for 1% Real Wage Growth

May 15, 2025 - 07:16
The Japanese government has set a new wage policy target aimed at achieving a real wage increase of around 1% by fiscal 2029, taking inflation into account. To support this goal, it plans to mobilize public and private investment totaling approximately 60 trillion yen over the next five years to boost corporate productivity. (News On Japan)
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Japan Moves to Block Chinese Tourists from Converting Foreign Licenses Using Hotel Addresses

May 14, 2025 - 04:00
A growing number of Chinese tourists in Japan are converting their foreign driver's licenses into Japanese ones by listing their hotel addresses as proof of residence, drawing criticism and prompting a policy shift from authorities. (News On Japan)
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Hyogo Governor Saito Attends Anti-Harassment Training

May 13, 2025 - 00:23
Hyogo Governor Motohiko Saito and senior prefectural officials have participated in an anti-power harassment training session aimed at fostering a more open and communicative workplace environment. (News On Japan)
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Stolen Buddhist Statue Returns Home After 12 Years

May 11, 2025 - 22:48
A stolen Buddhist statue from Tsushima was returned to Japan on May 10th, marking a significant step toward resolving a diplomatic dispute that has strained Japan-South Korea relations for over a decade. (News On Japan)
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Inside Japan’s Failing Sewers

May 9, 2025 - 05:32
Across Japan, road collapses have been occurring with increasing frequency, often blamed on aging infrastructure. In one recent incident in Ashioshi, Saitama Prefecture, a truck was swallowed by a gaping sinkhole. (News On Japan)
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Plan to Raise Basic Pension Dropped Ahead of Election

May 9, 2025 - 05:06
The Japanese government’s long-anticipated pension reform plan is at risk of being significantly watered down, as the core proposal to raise the basic pension appears to have been dropped from the bill currently under deliberation in the National Diet. (News On Japan)
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