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As The Pandemic Drags On, More In Japan Find Solace In 'Oshikatsu' Devotion
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JAPAN TIMES
“Oshikatsu,” a Japanese word meaning the act of enthusiastically supporting someone like an idol singer or actor that one feels particular devotion to, is increasingly taking hold in Japan.
Such activities — long monopolized by otaku, or people with an obsessive interest in Japane...
“Oshikatsu,” a Japanese word meaning the act of enthusiastically supporting someone like an idol singer or actor that one feels particular devotion to, is increasingly taking hold in Japan.
Such activities — long monopolized by otaku, or people with an obsessive interest in Japane...
- April 5, 2022
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Tokyo's Iconic Nakagin Capsule Tower To Be Demolished
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CNN
One of Japan's most distinctive works of contemporary architecture, the Nakagin Capsule Tower in Tokyo, will be demolished this month, according to the building's new owners.
The decision ends years of uncertainty surrounding the eye-catching structure, which once offered a futuristic visio...
One of Japan's most distinctive works of contemporary architecture, the Nakagin Capsule Tower in Tokyo, will be demolished this month, according to the building's new owners.
The decision ends years of uncertainty surrounding the eye-catching structure, which once offered a futuristic visio...
- April 5, 2022
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Japan Brings In 20 Ukrainian Refugees On Special Flight
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CNA
The Japanese government flew 20 Ukrainian refugees into Tokyo on Tuesday (Apr 5) in a high-profile show of support for the international effort to help Ukraine by a country that has long been reluctant to take in foreigners.
The 20 - aged between 6 and 66, and including 15 women - are not t...
The Japanese government flew 20 Ukrainian refugees into Tokyo on Tuesday (Apr 5) in a high-profile show of support for the international effort to help Ukraine by a country that has long been reluctant to take in foreigners.
The 20 - aged between 6 and 66, and including 15 women - are not t...
- April 5, 2022
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Asia Welcomes Travelers, But Japan Says, Not Yet
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JAPAN TIMES
Last week, Japan’s National Tourism Organization unveiled a glossy website aimed at international visitors looking to experience the country’s famous hospitality. An introductory video presents sweeping views of lush green islands dotting a cerulean bay, sleek hotel rooms boasting b...
Last week, Japan’s National Tourism Organization unveiled a glossy website aimed at international visitors looking to experience the country’s famous hospitality. An introductory video presents sweeping views of lush green islands dotting a cerulean bay, sleek hotel rooms boasting b...
- April 4, 2022
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Japan Plans Anti-Coronavirus Measures Targeting Younger People
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NHK
The Japanese government plans to step up anti-coronavirus measures targeting younger people as the number of new cases in that age demographic is rising.
Health ministry officials say people in their 20s accounted for the largest number of new infections among all age groups in the week thr...
The Japanese government plans to step up anti-coronavirus measures targeting younger people as the number of new cases in that age demographic is rising.
Health ministry officials say people in their 20s accounted for the largest number of new infections among all age groups in the week thr...
- April 4, 2022
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Japan Foreign Minister Visits Poland-Ukraine Border Crossing Point
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KYODO NEWS
Japanese Foreign Minister Yoshimasa Hayashi on Sunday observed a border checkpoint in Medyka in southeastern Poland, where Ukrainian refugees have been arriving as Japan prepares to bolster humanitarian aid for the Eastern European country besieged by Russian aggression.
Having arriv...
Japanese Foreign Minister Yoshimasa Hayashi on Sunday observed a border checkpoint in Medyka in southeastern Poland, where Ukrainian refugees have been arriving as Japan prepares to bolster humanitarian aid for the Eastern European country besieged by Russian aggression.
Having arriv...
- April 4, 2022
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Japan's Foreign Minister Visits Poland; Renews Support For Ukraine
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JAPAN TODAY
Japanese Foreign Minister Yoshimasa Hayashi held talks with his Ukrainian counterpart Dmytro Kuleba on Saturday, assuring him of Tokyo's "firm resolve" to assist Ukraine.
During their meeting in the Polish capital of Warsaw, Hayashi said Japan is with the Ukrainian people and prepar...
Japanese Foreign Minister Yoshimasa Hayashi held talks with his Ukrainian counterpart Dmytro Kuleba on Saturday, assuring him of Tokyo's "firm resolve" to assist Ukraine.
During their meeting in the Polish capital of Warsaw, Hayashi said Japan is with the Ukrainian people and prepar...
- April 3, 2022
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Experts Warn Of A New Wave Of COVID-19 As Cases Rise Across Japan
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JAPAN TIMES
Japan is seeing a rebound in COVID-19 cases across the country, government data showed Saturday, as experts caution that another resurgence of infections may be around the corner.
The number of new coronavirus cases confirmed in a week through Friday increased in 44 of the country’s...
Japan is seeing a rebound in COVID-19 cases across the country, government data showed Saturday, as experts caution that another resurgence of infections may be around the corner.
The number of new coronavirus cases confirmed in a week through Friday increased in 44 of the country’s...
- April 3, 2022
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Japan To Raise Daily Cap On Arrivals To 10,000
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NHK
The Japanese government has decided to raise the daily cap on the number of arrivals to 10,000 on April 10. The figure includes Japanese and foreign nationals.
The cap was previously raised from 5,000 a day to the current 7,000 on March 14. Officials have since been studying whether it is p...
The Japanese government has decided to raise the daily cap on the number of arrivals to 10,000 on April 10. The figure includes Japanese and foreign nationals.
The cap was previously raised from 5,000 a day to the current 7,000 on March 14. Officials have since been studying whether it is p...
- April 2, 2022
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Get Ready For An Increase In Food Prices In Japan From This Month
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TIME OUT
Prices of essentials like bread, pasta and toilet paper will be higher due to rising cost of raw materials
April is the start of the new financial year in Japan, and with that comes a bump to the cost of goods. Japan will now face increased prices of daily essentials due to the rising ...
Prices of essentials like bread, pasta and toilet paper will be higher due to rising cost of raw materials
April is the start of the new financial year in Japan, and with that comes a bump to the cost of goods. Japan will now face increased prices of daily essentials due to the rising ...
- April 2, 2022
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