Expand opportunities for people to encounter books: The Japan News
It is necessary to halt the decline in the number of bookstores and enhance momentum to protect them as a foundation of knowledge.
The Japan News
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Japan government outlines plan to revitalise bookstores
A major feature of the plan is that it includes efforts to support the operational efficiency of bookstores. The publishing industry is characterized by the fact that it involves…
Interacting with goats spreads smiles at firms, welfare facilities in Japan
With their gentle and friendly nature, they have a spiritual healing effect.