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After missing the 2023 tournament, Seiya Suzuki is having his WBC moment
Three years after an injury kept him on the sidelines, Suzuki powered Samurai Japan to a comeback win over South Korea on Saturday.
Source: The Japan Times
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Canada eyes deeper security ties with Japan and other 'middle powers' in Indo-Pacific
Canada’s defense minister says his country also aims to boost military and defense-industrial ties with like-minded Indo-Pacific partners as regional security tensions surge.
Source: The Japan Times
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Pokémon Goes Porcelain: Pikachu & Eevee Figurines
To celebrate Pokémon's 30th anniversary, Lladró unveils handcrafted porcelain Pikachu and Eevee sculptures. These luxury collectibles offer a unique way to bring Pokémon into your home.
Source: SoraNews24
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Vietnam's Tết: Travel & Spending Trends Evolve
Vietnam's Lunar New Year (Tết) sees a shift in spending habits. More shopping is online, and individuals prioritize personal spending during the holiday.
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Middle East tensions disrupt maritime transport to Japan
The impact of the shipping freeze is spreading, with some Japanese automakers considering cutting production due to stalled exports.
Source: The Japan Times
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Russia wins first Paralympic medal in 12 years
Despite Russia's ongoing war with Ukraine, the International Paralympic Committee has allowed six Russian athletes to represent the country.
Source: The Japan Times
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Starbucks Japan releases a new Cream Puff Frappuccino for a limited time
Exclusive drinks will make you feel like you’re biting into a choux cream pastry. Starbucks is a leader in the world of dessert drinks, but its newest release looks set to raise the bar even further,
Source: SoraNews24
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Iran president says forces told not to attack nearby states
Gulf states have urged Iran to avoid retaliating against them and some have said the U.S. and Israel cannot use their airspace or territory for any attacks on Iran.
Source: The Japan Times
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Samurai Japan outlasts South Korea in back-and-forth thriller at WBC
Japan improved to 2-0 in the 2026 WBC.
Source: The Japan Times
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Taiwan’s premier makes rare visit to Japan for WBC
The visit by Taiwanese Premier Cho Jung-tai was the first known planned trip to Japan by a sitting premier from the island since the two sides severed diplomatic ties in 1972.
Source: The Japan Times
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