Tokyo’s Shibuya under security on Halloween after Seoul crush
In the district overflowing with young people in Halloween costume, many visitors said that they want to enjoy their night out within safe limits.
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Political, business leaders exchange views on enhancing Japan-US relations
Many of the fourth and later generations of Japanese Americans do not speak Japanese and do not have Japanese acquaintances.
J-Alert warning system to be installed at Diet in response to North Korean missile launches
The J-Alert system, which alerts the public to an emergency such as a missile launch or an earthquake, began operating in Feb 2007.
Development of sheet-coating technologies underway for cars and motorcycles
Mazda Motors has estimated that introducing the new technology will help reduce CO2 emissions by more than 50 per cent from the current level.
Hundreds of warplanes take part in major US-South Korea military air drills
The latest drills involve about 140 South Korean Air Force airplanes, including F-35A fighters, and about 100 US jets.
Nara: Traditional setta sandals attract global audience
The footwear industry in the prefecture dates back to the Edo period (1603-1867), with 80% of the nation’s footwear output originating from the area at its peak.
Under pressure, Russia resorts to brinkmanship, hints at dam bombing
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has warned that if the dam broke, it would flood 80 towns and cities, affecting thousands.
Greenhouse gas reduction efforts for farm products to be given 3-star rating
According to researchers, 23 per cent of greenhouse gas emissions in the world are derived from the agriculture and forestry industries.
Japan, Lithuania agree to continue sanctions on Russia
The Japanese Prime Minister and his Lithuanian counterpart also confirmed that their countries will expand cooperation in the information technology and life science areas.
Dispelling parents’ concerns key as rollout begins of Covid-19 shots for children
The most common concerns cited for Japanese parents not wanting their children immunised were about side effects and doubts over effectiveness.