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Ancient tombs get 4K video treatment in Osaka

A group of kofun, ancient Japanese burial mounds known for often having a distinctive keyhole-shaped layout, is the subject of a high-definition 4K video capturing the tombs' uniqueness and beauty.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Feb 22, 2022

Discuss how to protect users above all when regulating tech firms

With the growth of the internet, a major discussion point is how to protect users' information collected by tech companies. It is necessary to establish rules that can be accepted by many people.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Feb 22, 2022

Ex-scientist fisherman promotes sustainable seafood from remote island

TSUSHIMA, Nagasaki -- Kei Zenimoto works as a single-line fisher in Tsushima, an island city in Nagasaki Prefecture located between Kyushu and South Korea. After a great haul of fish one day last December, he used his smartphone to show what he had caught to a chef at a French…

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Feb 22, 2022

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Fighting colors

A craftsman applies color to a mushanobori streamer depicting samurai warriors in Yatsushiro, Kumamoto Prefecture, on Feb. 17. Coloring work is at its peak at Hiramoto Senkoujou Co., ahead of Children's Day on May 5. Craftsmen use up to 20 kinds of dying agents to apply color to the streamers,…

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Feb 22, 2022

Make clear intention to protect inherent territory of Takeshima islands

This year marks 70 years since the islands of Takeshima were illegally occupied by South Korea, which claimed them as its territory. The Japanese government needs to make clear its intention to protect the territory and work to convey to the global community relevant information about the legitimacy of Takeshima…

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Feb 22, 2022

Leaders: Okitane Usui, president and chief executive officer of Komeda Holdings Co. / Serving a cup of coffee at the 'ultimate relaxing space'

The coffee shop chain Komeda's Coffee has managed to steadily add new stores during the coronavirus pandemic. Okitane Usui, president and chief executive officer of the parent company Komeda Holdings Co., talked to The Yomiuri Shimbun about his unique management strategy.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Feb 22, 2022

Japan's popular stick-shaped snack used to construct giant panda

TOTTORI -- Hundreds of Umaibo, a popular Japanese stick-shaped snack, were used to form a giant panda at Encho-en, a Chinese-style garden in Yurihama, Tottori Prefecture.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Feb 21, 2022

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Curolling on a roll in Shizuoka Pref.

Curolling, an indoor sport resembling curling but played on ordinary floors instead of ice, is becoming increasingly popular in Shizuoka Prefecture, partly due to the popularity of curling at the Beijing Winter Olympics.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Feb 21, 2022

Insurance companies provide disaster data to local governments, volunteers

Major nonlife insurance companies have started to provide disaster data to local governments and volunteers, in a bid to help them prepare and respond more effectively.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Feb 21, 2022

Devise ways to use Japan Heritage to revitalize local communities

The initial goal of Japan Heritage -- to revitalize local communities and promote tourism -- does not appear to have been achieved. Both the central and local governments must devise measures so the initiative does not end up as empty words.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Feb 21, 2022

Easing standard for number of workers key to solving caregiver shortage

To alleviate the labor shortage in nursing care, the government is considering relaxing its standards for the number of workers assigned to such facilities on condition that they use IT. How it will affect the quality of care and the burden on staff should be examined from various perspectives.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Feb 21, 2022

Tokyo's Katsushika Ward updates website to include 108 languages

Tokyo's Katsushika Ward has revamped its website to make content available in 108 languages, thereby increasing convenience for non-Japanese residents.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Feb 21, 2022

Japan's snowboarding medal wins at Beijing Olympics sparking interest in the sport

An increasing number of people are becoming interested in snowboarding after watching Japanese snowboarders win medals at the Beijing Winter Olympics.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Feb 21, 2022

New, diverse services offered to COVID-19 convalescents

The number of people recuperating at government-designated accommodation facilities has soared during the sixth wave of the novel coronavirus.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Feb 21, 2022

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The Japan News/Yomiuri · Feb 20, 2022

Support firms actively investing in people to ensure growth, wage hikes

Moves are growing to encourage companies to invest in people. It is hoped that a system will be developed in which much money will go to companies actively making such investments, which will in turn lead to a virtuous cycle of growth and wage hikes.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Feb 20, 2022

Athletes achieve great feats, but Games leave unpleasant aftertaste

The Beijing Winter Olympics end today. The athletes should be commended for their energetic performances in a difficult environment, in which measures against infection were still in place. At the same time, however, they also were an event in which mismanagement and confusing decisions left an unpleasant aftertaste.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Feb 20, 2022

Support for Japan skip Fujisawa always just a stone's throw away

Skip Satsuki Fujisawa of the Japanese women's curling team that earned the silver medal at the Beijing Olympics has always had the support of teammate and third Chinami Yoshida at her side.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Feb 20, 2022

Japan settles for curling silver after crushing defeat

BEIJING -- Looking to come up with a big shot that could turn the match, Japan could only watch as it was Britain that kept doing it, over and over.

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The Japan News/Yomiuri · Feb 20, 2022

China's digital currency push faces uphill battle

BEIJING -- At Beijing Winter Games venues, China's digital currency has been designated as an official payment method.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Feb 20, 2022

Japan in step with G7 over sanctioning Russia

Japan will in principle take concerted action with the Group of Seven nations in imposing economic sanctions on Russia if that nation invades Ukraine, The Yomiuri Shimbun has learned.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Feb 20, 2022

Tsunami-ravaged school to be opened to public

Kadonowaki Elementary School in Ishinomaki, Miyagi Prefecture, which was damaged in a fire sparked by the 2011 tsunami, is to be opened to the public in April as a remnant of the damage caused by the Great East Japan Earthquake.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Feb 20, 2022

Calls to review Meiji Jingu Gaien plan to cut down 100-yr-old trees

There is both hope and dissent over the planned redevelopment of the Meiji Jingu Gaien area, which includes the National Stadium that served as the main venue of the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Feb 20, 2022

Spring labor negotiations to concentrate on flexible working styles

Flexible working is expected to be a major focus of this year's spring negotiations between labor and management. Labor unions are demanding that companies support remote working, and address such issues as balancing work life with caring for children and other family members. Approaches are needed that can motivate workers…

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Feb 19, 2022

Alleged exam cheat 'also tried last year'

A teenager suspected of cheating in last month's Common Test for University Admissions told the police she used the same method to cheat on last year's exam, according to investigation sources.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Feb 19, 2022

Policies on North Korean threat key to South Korean presidential poll

How will South Korea respond to North Korea's growing nuclear and missile capabilities? The outcome of the South Korean presidential election will have a major impact on the stability of the Northeast Asian region. Japan needs to keep a close eye on the election.

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