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Hello Kitty Gets New Designer After 46 Years
Sanrio's Hello Kitty has a new lead designer for the first time in 46 years. Longtime designer Yuko Yamaguchi is stepping down, with Aya taking over the role.
Source: SoraNews24
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Ghost in the Shell Porcelain Robots!
Limited to 50 worldwide, these Tachikoma figures blend anime with Nabeshima ware. A unique fusion of modern and traditional Japanese art.
Source: SoraNews24
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AI Calms Abusive Calls in Japan
SoftBank Corp. has launched an AI service that filters verbal abuse in real-time, creating a calmer environment for customer service. This tech could indirectly improve service quality for tourists needing assistance.
Source: Tokyo Weekender
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Scammers' abandoned Cambodia compound exposes brutality and banality of fraud
A visit to a bombed-out compound near the Thai-Cambodian border offered a look into the fraud that has fleeced billions of dollars from victims globally.
Source: The Japan Times
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Hisatsune leads Matsuyama at Phoenix Open as Scheffler makes cut
Ryo Hisatsune rode a back-nine binge to an eight-under par 63 on Friday and a one-shot lead over fellow Japanese Hideki Matsuyama at the U.S. PGA Tour Phoenix…
Source: Japan Today
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Flu Season in Japan: What to Do, When to See a Doctor and Emergency Care Options
A parent’s guide to handling influenza while traveling in Japan, from hotel care to emergency rooms.
Source: Savvy Tokyo
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FEMA will resume staff reductions that were paused during winter storm, managers say
The Federal Emergency Management Agency will resume staff cuts that were briefly paused during January's severe winter storm, according to two FEMA managers, stoking concern across the agency…
Source: Japan Today
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U.S. plans first meeting for Gaza 'Board of Peace' in Washington on Feb 19, Axios reports
The White House is planning the first leaders meeting for President Donald Trump's so-called "Board of Peace" in relation to Gaza on February 19, Axios reported on Friday,…
Source: Japan Today
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Milan Cortina Winter Olympics open at four sites
Featuring tributes to da Vinci and Dante, Puccini and Pausini, Armani and Fellini, pasta and vino, and other iconic tastes of Italian culture — plus Mariah Carey hitting…
Source: Japan Today
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Tokyo Events For February 2026
Here are some events you shouldn't miss this month!
Source: Savvy Tokyo
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