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Second round of projects under consideration for Japan’s $550 billion pledge
Next-generation nuclear reactors might be on the short list, reports say.
Source: The Japan Times
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Shibuya Station’s Hachiko Gate and Yamanote Line stairway locations change next month
Minor changes to majorly congested Tokyo train station are good to know before you go. Shibuya Station is one of the most crowded stations in Tokyo, and arguably the most chaotic too. Part of that is
Source: SoraNews24
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Monkey see, monkey soothe: Zookeepers get creative to save infant macaque
Punch, a baby Japanese macaque, was given the plush toy after being abandoned by his mother.
Source: The Japan Times
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Japan foreign chief stresses need for communication with China
Relations with Beijing have deteriorated since Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi made remarks last November over a possible contingency concerning Taiwan.
Source: The Japan Times
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Starbucks Japan complexly raises prices, will now charge for takeout bags
Ecological goals and economic concerns mean no more free bags and more by-location price variations. There’s been a lot for Japanese Starbucks fans to be happy about over the last few days, as the cha
Source: SoraNews24
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Japan Moving Costs: Garbage Fees Shock Movers
Moving in Japan? Budget carefully! A recent survey reveals that unexpected garbage disposal fees are a major financial shock for those relocating in Japan, often exceeding costs for furniture or moving services.
Source: SoraNews24
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Sakamoto 'frustrated' at missing Olympic skating gold
Japanese superstar Kaori Sakamoto said her feeling was one of "frustration" after missing out on Olympic gold in her final figure skating competition on Thursday. "I was aiming…
Source: Japan Today
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Wage talks begin in earnest at Japanese electronics makers
Unions at Hitachi, Mitsubishi Electric and other large companies requested a pay scale increase of ¥18,000 per month, bigger than last year’s record-high demand.
Source: The Japan Times
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Japan's ski jumpers express mixed feelings about super team format at Olympics
The event, which features two jumpers per nation taking multiple rounds, was introduced as a fresh addition to the Olympic program.
Source: The Japan Times
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Japan’s new “Cunte” contact lenses aren’t pronounced like you’re probably thinking they are
Cunte Jelly Trick and other lenses’ names might be too clever for their own good. In many ways, Japan has a very playful attitude about language. The Japanese language is richly expressive, with all s
Source: SoraNews24
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