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‘What am I, a Deer?’ searches to understand the self and others
Japanese to English translator Polly Barton has published nonfiction before. "What am I, a Deer?" is her debut novel.
Source: The Japan Times
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Japan bets ¥632 billion to propel startup Rapidus into global AI chip race
The move ramps up financial support for a signature project widely regarded as a long shot.
Source: The Japan Times
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Woman arrested after two stabbed at Tokyo hotel
One victim sustained injuries to her right eye and both shoulders that are expected to require about two weeks of treatment, while the other suffered minor injuries.
Source: The Japan Times
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Bank of Japan wary of inflation pressure amid war in Middle East
The BOJ is expected to face difficulties steering its monetary policy, as raising interest rates to contain inflation could cool the economy.
Source: The Japan Times
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Japan gifts 250 cherry trees to U.S. to mark 250th birthday
About 3,000 cherry trees donated in 1912 by Tokyo line the Potomac River in Washington.
Source: The Japan Times
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Drink vending machines disappearing in Japan as number drops to lowest in 30 years
In the land of vending machines, what’s behind the biggest single-year decrease ever for soft drinks? Visitors to Japan are often amazed at just how many vending machines the country has. Residents, t
Source: SoraNews24
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Tokyo’s sake calendar is filled to the brim
Large-scale sake festivals are taking over the city next weekend. We find out why and help you decide which one to attend.
Source: The Japan Times
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LDP's new vision says constitutional revision 'critically needed'
The new vision states that Japan must create a Constitution with its own hands and together with its people and show what kind of nation it aims to become.
Source: The Japan Times
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Deep Purple thrills Japan’s superfan prime minister with a quick visit
The group's courtesy call was a welcome respite for Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, who has vowed to "work, work, work, work and work."
Source: The Japan Times
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Nihon Hidankyo urges investment ban on makers of nuclear weapons
The organization will make the request directly to financial institutions, including some of Japan's largest banks.
Source: The Japan Times
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