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The Japan News

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  • BUSINESS
  • Economic Affairs

Japanese PM Takaichi quotes anime ‘Attack on Titan’ to encourage investment in Japan at event for Saudi Arabian investors

PM Takaichi outlined the government’s plan to pursue economic growth through public-private investment in strategic sectors such as artificial intelligence and shipbuilding,…

  • Published: December 3, 20252:01 pm
  • Author The Yomiuri Shimbun
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  • Around Asia
  • NATIONAL AFFAIRS

Persistent bear activity in Japan leads to outdoor event cancellations

Bears have remained active near populated areas in greater-than-usual numbers despite the start of the hibernation season, prompting experts to call for ongoing vigilance.

  • Published: December 3, 20251:40 pm
  • Author The Yomiuri Shimbun
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  • Defence & Security
  • Defence and Security
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    • GEOPOLITICS

Japan, New Zealand to sign acquisition and cross-servicing agreement in mid-December

The bilateral agreement aims to enhance the two countries’ cooperation with China’s continued aggressive maritime expansion in mind.

  • Published: December 1, 20251:59 pm
  • Author The Yomiuri Shimbun
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  • Around Asia
  • SOCIETY

Trains with large spaces for baby strollers, wheelchairs on the rise in Tokyo

Parents who often travel with young children have been pleased with the change, as it makes it easier to use trains.

  • Published: December 1, 20251:47 pm
  • Author Keiji Ohara
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  • Around Asia
  • National Affair Right
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    • NATIONAL AFFAIRS

Japan’s chief cabinet secretary Kihara orders streamlining of government structure

According to the Cabinet Secretariat, the number of conference bodies within the Cabinet Secretariat — headed by the prime minister and the chief cabinet secretary — has…

  • Published: November 28, 20251:44 pm
  • Author The Yomiuri Shimbun
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  • Around Asia
  • National Affair Right
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    • NATIONAL AFFAIRS

Japan’s opposition parties prepare for snap general election, plot alliance

Some opposition parties, including the Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan, are trying to forge an alliance, though no detailed plan seems forthcoming.

  • Published: November 27, 20251:44 pm
  • Author The Yomiuri Shimbun
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Newly promoted Ukrainian sumo wrestler Aonishiki expresses ‘strong desire’ to attain highest rank of Yokozuna

Beside the 21-year-old wrestler from Ukraine was his stablemaster Ajigawa, 47, a former sekiwake Aminishiki. Ajigawa has carefully trained Aonishiki for the past three years.

  • Published: November 27, 202510:28 am
  • Author The Yomiuri Shimbun
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  • Around Asia
  • NATIONAL AFFAIRS

1 month into office, Japan PM Takaichi’s distinct leadership style noticeable, but frankness carries risks

Within the government and ruling parties, the risks of the “Takaichi style” are emerging as a future challenge.

  • Published: November 26, 20251:09 pm
  • Author Takeo Maeda
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  • Around Asia
  • NATIONAL AFFAIRS

Residents view devastation after massive fire in Japan’s Oita

Residents of the area could see buildings with their steel frames exposed and exterior walls stained with soot, vivid marks left by the flames that engulfed the district in this…

  • Published: November 24, 20251:29 pm
  • Author The Yomiuri Shimbun
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  • Around Asia
  • EDUCATION

Japan to assist municipalities to realise free elementary school lunches nationwide

With some elementary school not providing school lunches, the government making them free of charge would create a sense of unfairness, an issue it seeks to address through the…

  • Published: November 18, 202512:50 pm
  • Author The Yomiuri Shimbun

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