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Japan's Royals Expand Instagram Coverage

August 19, 2025 - 10:03
Japan's Imperial Household Agency began Monday sharing updates on Princess Aiko’s solo duties and the activities of the Akishino family and other imperial members on its official Instagram account. (News On Japan)
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Two Firefighters Die Battling Dotonbori Building Blaze

August 19, 2025 - 09:26
A fire broke out in a building in Osaka’s Dotonbori district on Monday morning and was largely extinguished by shortly before 1 p.m., but two firefighters lost their lives while battling the blaze. (News On Japan)
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Nostalgic Footage | Japan 60s 4k

August 19, 2025 - 09:15
Scenes of everyday life in Japan in the 1960s in 4K. Restored 35mm footage: Some of these clips come from everyday life, others from documentaries, and others from films, but they capture much of the country's reality at that time, as confirmed by our Japanese distributors. (TRNGL)
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Middle-Aged Singles Spin Back Disco Ball

August 17, 2025 - 21:12
The Japanese marriage market for middle-aged and older adults is booming, fueled by a sharp increase in late-life divorces. At venues such as the legendary Maharaja Roppongi disco in Tokyo, once a symbol of youthful exuberance, around 100 men and women in their 50s and 60s gathered recently for a marriage party. (News On Japan)
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Sixth University Student Arrested in Expo Mascot Goods Theft Case

August 16, 2025 - 07:14
A university student in Tokyo has been arrested in connection with the theft of goods from the official store at the Expo site, bringing the total number of suspects in the case to six. (News On Japan)
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Japan's Traditional Graves in Decline

August 15, 2025 - 14:56
Grave visits are common during the summer Obon season, but the form of burial in Japan is undergoing significant change, with the trend of closing graves—known as “haka-jimai”—on the rise and new burial options emerging. (News On Japan)
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Foreign Tourist Hit by Train While Taking Photos

August 15, 2025 - 06:56
A foreign woman was fatally struck by a train near a shrine in Arita, Saga Prefecture, on August 13th, in what police believe may have been an accident while she was attempting to photograph the train. (News On Japan)
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Drifting in Supermarket Parking Lot

August 15, 2025 - 03:20
In the parking lot of a supermarket in Akaiwa, Okayama Prefecture, cars were seen drifting and spinning in the rain, repeatedly performed dangerous maneuvers. (News On Japan)
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Kids Flock to Shinjuku Over Obon Holiday

August 14, 2025 - 08:28
During the Obon holiday, Shinjuku’s Kabukicho To-Yoko area has drawn large numbers of young people, prompting Tokyo authorities to issue warnings. (News On Japan)
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Banzai Cliff Survivor Recalls Tragedy of Mothers Throwing Babies

August 13, 2025 - 11:44
Eighty years ago, the fall of Saipan played a decisive role in intensifying air raids on cities such as Osaka and Kobe. Located only about three hours by air from the Japanese mainland, the island was seen by the U.S. military as a strategic base for launching attacks, while Japan regarded it as a vital line of defense. (News On Japan)
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Tourists Fall Into River as Dining Deck Collapses in Kyoto

August 13, 2025 - 06:49
A popular summer attraction in Kyoto’s Kibune district was the scene of a serious accident on Tuesday, when a riverside dining platform collapsed, sending six guests into the water. (News On Japan)
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Three Vehicles Plunge Into Road Collapse in Nanao After Heavy Rain

August 12, 2025 - 17:36
Record rainfall in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture has caused a section of road to collapse, sending three vehicles tumbling over a cliff and injuring three people. (News On Japan)
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Illegal Drug Smuggling Captured on Camera at Haneda Airport

August 11, 2025 - 09:16
A recent in-depth report captured the crucial moment when illegal drug smuggling was foiled at Haneda Airport, Japan’s primary international gateway. With the rise of inbound foreign visitors, airport customs has become an important line of defense against smuggling. (News On Japan)
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Ainu Soldiers in WWII: Struggling with Discrimination

August 11, 2025 - 09:14
The Ainu, an indigenous group native to Hokkaido and other areas, were conscripted to serve as Japanese soldiers during WWII. Despite enduring severe discrimination, their complex feelings toward this reality are still felt today. (News On Japan)
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Families Facing Poverty in Japan as Food Prices Soar

August 9, 2025 - 12:00
Many families struggle to maintain a regular diary of their daily lives, especially during the summer break, which is a particularly challenging time. Support organizations like Kids Door, which deliver food to children in need, are seeing an increase in requests for help. (News On Japan)
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Foreign Residents Now 3% of Japan's Total Population

August 9, 2025 - 11:38
As Japan faces an ongoing decline in its birthrate and aging population, the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications has released data showing the country’s total population. (News On Japan)
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Korean Men Flocking to Japan in Search of Japanese Wives

August 8, 2025 - 00:37
An increasing number of South Korean men are traveling to Japan to find Japanese wives, with some making repeated trips each year until they meet a potential partner. Behind this trend lies a mix of cultural expectations and economic pressures. (News On Japan)
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Japan's Population Declines for 16th Straight Year

August 7, 2025 - 09:44
Japan’s population of Japanese nationals has decreased for the 16th consecutive year, according to demographic data released by the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications. As of January 1st, 2025, the Japanese population stood at 120.65 million, a drop of roughly 910,000 from the previous year—marking the largest annual decline on record. (News On Japan)
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Officials Investigate Fireworks Fiasco

August 6, 2025 - 16:54
Authorities have launched a full investigation into the fire that broke out during the Minato Mirai fireworks festival in Yokohama, where five workers had to be rescue from an exploding barge. (News On Japan)
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Peace Bell Rings in Nara Temple

August 6, 2025 - 16:45
August 6th marks 80 years since the atomic bombing of Hiroshima. At Yakushiji Temple in Nara, a bell rang out with prayers for peace. (News On Japan)
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