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Japan’s Prime Minister Fumio Kishida says he will step down in September

Kishida will not seek re-election as the leader of the ruling LDP in party elections next month.

Al Jazeera

Japan PM Fumio Kishida announces he will step down in September

Kishida’s three-year term has been marked by scandal, rising living costs and record defence spending

The Guardian - UK

Japan PM Kishida To Exit Party Leadership Race: Media

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida intends to drop out of the race to remain his party's leader, local media reported Wednesday, meaning an expected end to his nearly three-year premiership.

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Japan's Kishida tells his ruling party he will not run in its September leadership vote, NHK says

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has notified his governing party executives that he will not run in the upcoming party leadership vote in September

The Independent UK

ProCook unveils stunning knife range inspired by Japanese elegance

These are some of the most beautiful kitchen knives we've ever seen

Elon Musk draws fire for playing down impact of atomic bombing of Japan: ‘Not as scary as people think’

‘It is not as scary as people think, basically,’ Tesla chief says

The Independent UK

Japanese Executive Released In Myanmar After Rice Pricing Conviction

Japanese executive released in Myanmar after rice pricing violation conviction. Myanmar faces economic instability amidst civil unrest and protests.

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Asian Shares Mixed As Tokyo Rebounds From Last Week's Plunge

Asian shares show mixed performance, Tokyo rebounds. Yen stabilizes, U.S. dollar strengthens. Wall Street subdued. Fed maintains high rates. Energy markets...

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Myanmar releases a Japanese executive after he was arrested for selling rice above set prices

A Japanese business executive who had been detained in Myanmar for more than a month has been released

The Independent UK

Runway at Japan’s Narita airport closed for hours after US cargo plane makes emergency landing

Boeing 747 jet’s crew members not injured but plane’s tyres found ruptured and wheels damaged

The Independent UK

Asian shares trade mixed as Japan and other markets calm from a previous week of crazy swings

Asian shares are trading mixed as the Tokyo benchmark bounced back and calmed from last week’s plunge

The Independent UK

Watch: Relive Vinesh Phogat's famous win against Yui Susaki at Paris Olympics as CAS verdict looms

NEW DELHI: The 2024 Paris Olympics provided Indian sports fans with several memorable moments, but none as electrifying as wrestler Vinesh Phogat's dramatic victory over World No. 1 Yui Susaki of Japan in the Round of 16.

The Times of India

‘A true multi-sensory experience’: the Met celebrates Japanese poetry, calligraphy and painting

In an immersive and transporting new exhibition, three key areas of Japanese art are brought together and praised

The Guardian - US

Assassin's Creed Shadows' dev time is even longer than the massive Assassin's Creed Valhalla - as Ubisoft wants the RPG's depiction of Japan to be "as authentic as possible"

Let 'em cook

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Man Doesn’t Realize Girlfriend Of 7 Years Is 25 Years Older Than Him Until Night Before Wedding

Though Aki kept dropping subtle hints about her real age, her partner only discovered the truth on the eve of their wedding. The post Man Doesn’t Realize Girlfriend Of 7 Years Is 25 Years Older Than Him Until Night Before Wedding first appeared on Bored Panda.

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Honda And Yamaha To Partner On EV Manufacturing, Battery Sharing

For two-wheeled EVs, swappable batteries just make sense. That's one reason Honda and Yamaha are working together so scoots from both can use the same ones.

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Slow-Moving Storm Causes Flooding In Northern Japan

Typhoon Maria, now a slow-moving storm, hits northern Japan causing evacuations and travel disruptions. Residents warned of flooding and mudslides.

The Guardian - UK

Opodo cancelled our ‘confirmed’ flight home from Japan

We were stranded at the airport because of its mistake but it won’t cover our extra costs

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The Independent UK

Storm dumps intense rainfall on northern Japan, sending some people to shelters

A slow-moving storm is dumping intense rainfall on northern Japan, causing rivers to swell and sending some residents to shelters

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Yuka Kagami Wins Wrestling Gold At Paris 2024 Olympics

Yuka Kagami of Japan wins gold in women's 76kg freestyle wrestling at Paris 2024 Olympics, showcasing sportsmanship and talent.

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Japan's Kotaro Kiyooka Wins Gold In Men's 65Kg Wrestling

Kotaro Kiyooka's impressive gold medal win in men's 65kg freestyle wrestling final match against Amouzadkhalili.

The Independent UK

AP PHOTOS: 172-year-old Japanese factory preserves traditional way of making cast iron cookware

Katsunori Suzuki is one of a few craftsmen in Japan still producing cast iron cookware by hand using laborious traditional techniques. The president of the 172-year-old foundry where he works says she wants to keep the tradition alive, even if it costs much more to produce.

International Business Times

Japanese Urged To Avoid Panic-buying As Megaquake Fears Spead

Authorities in Japan urged people to avoid hoarding as anxiety over a possible megaquake triggered a spike Saturday in demand for disaster kits and daily necessities.

The Independent UK

With protests, talent, and ridicule Breaking’s Olympic debut points toward an uncertain future

Japan’s Ami Yuasa became the first ever Breaking Olympic champion while Refugee Olympic Team’s Manizha Talash made a political statement unveiling a message that read: ‘Free Afghan Women’

Sports Illustrated

Japan's B-Girl Ami Wins First-Ever Breaking Gold Medal

A first for the Summer Olympics.

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