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Tokyo's Creative Scene: Ananya Donapati
Meet Ananya Donapati, a multilingual influencer making waves in Tokyo. Learn about her journey and insights into building a creative career in Japan.
Source: Tokyo Cheapo
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Self-Publishing in Japan: A Writer Mom's Journey
Discover the inspiring story of a writer mom who self-published her first book while living in Japan. Her memoir, 'Ichinen,' captures a year of cultural immersion and personal growth in Tottori Prefecture.
Source: Savvy Tokyo
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Mixue's Snow King Merch: China Ice Cream Craze
Chinese ice cream chain Mixue is gaining popularity with its Snow King merchandise, similar to Labubu. A large store in Guangzhou is part of their strategy to stand out in the competitive market.
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Activist Investor Takes Stake in Japanese Firm
Hong Kong's Oasis Capital Management reports a 5.4% stake in Kanadevia. This move could signal upcoming shareholder proposals.
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Okinawan schoolboy deals with hearing loss with speed and cheerfulness
At the tender age of 7, Kanata Konoe has already come to terms with the fact that everyone is born different, and that's alright.
Source: The Japan Times
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Chinese automaker Chery to launch EV brand with Japan's Autobacs Seven
Companies seek to expand Japan's EV market; Japanese production under consideration
Source: Nikkei Asia
Culture•
Myanmar complains over pariah treatment in ASEAN bloc
The 11-country Association of Southeast Asian Nations has shunned Myanmar from summits since its military launched a coup in 2021.
Source: The Japan Times
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Hynix shares jump 11%, driving KOSPI to record high
AI-linked semiconductor stocks raise benchmark index over 85%, year to date
Source: Nikkei Asia
Culture•
Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler express mutual admiration ahead of PGA Championship
The pair are preparing for the 108th PGA Championship, which starts Thursday.
Source: The Japan Times
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China's yuan hits three-year high days before Xi-Trump summit
Rally comes amid criticism of reliance on depreciation to fuel exports
Source: Nikkei Asia
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