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Tokyo Stocks Fall Amid Iran Conflict Fears
Tokyo stocks declined Monday as tensions rose over the Iran conflict. The Nikkei index briefly plunged over 2%, reflecting concerns about the global economic outlook.
Source: Japan Today
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Nintendo Shares Drop Amid Shipping Cost Fears
Nintendo's stock dipped due to concerns about rising Mideast shipping costs. The company relies on sea freight to transport consoles from Asian assembly hubs.
Source: The Japan Times
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Japan Boosts Security at US, Israel Sites
Japanese police are increasing security at facilities linked to the U.S. and Israel. This measure aims to prevent disturbances amid heightened tensions.
Source: The Japan Times
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Okinawa Students Explore Hokkaido's Island Dispute
Okinawa students traveled to Hokkaido to learn about the ongoing dispute over islands seized by Soviet forces over 80 years ago. Former Japanese residents are still unable to return home.
Source: The Japan Times
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Self-Driving Tech to Ease Japan Transport Issues
Driver shortages across Japan are spurring the development of self-driving technology. Toyota and Docomo are among the companies investing in autonomous transport solutions.
Source: The Japan Times
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Tokyo Events: Daruma Dolls, Hot Coals & More (Mar 2-8)
Tokyo's event scene heats up in early March with traditional festivals and unique experiences. Don't miss the Jindaiji Temple Daruma Doll Fair, one of Japan's largest, or the chance to walk across hot coals.
Source: Tokyo Cheapo
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Israel and U.S. launch strikes on Iran
The attack follows a 12-day air war in June between Israel and Iran and repeated U.S.-Israeli warnings that they would strike again if Iran pressed ahead with its nuclear program.
Source: The Japan Times
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Mizuho to cut up to 5,000 clerical jobs in Japan with AI streamlining
Major banking group to reassign staff made redundant through reduced workloads
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Xi’s AI ambitions collide with China’s fragile employment market
China can’t afford to hobble itself in the race with Washington for AI capabilities and it also needs to ensure job creation to prevent social unrest.
Source: The Japan Times
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Malaysia's auto sales overtake Indonesia in 2025 to top Southeast Asia
EV-driven Vietnam, which is in 4th position, closes in on Thailand
Source: Nikkei Asia
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