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Kishida Vows Reforms, Breaks from Corruption Scandal in Japan

Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida vows to break from money politics amid major corruption scandal, while prioritizing military strengthening and Japan-U...

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Toyota Sets New Global Record For Annual Vehicle Sales

Japan's Toyota said Tuesday that it sold a record 11.2 million vehicles in 2023, cementing its position as the world's top-selling automaker for the fourth successive year thanks to a recovery in demand in all regions and easing semiconductor shortages.

International Business Times

Japanese moon probe back to work after sun reaches its solar panels

Japanese moon explorer resumes mission after landing upside down, analyzing lunar rocks to understand moon's origin and evolution.

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JPY TO USD and Other Currency Rates - 30 January 2024

Japanese Yen TO USD buying exchange rate is USD 147.47 as per open market rate and JPY TO USD selling exchange rate for 1 Japanese Yen is USD 147.47. Updat...

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Japan's upside-down SLIM moon lander wakes up on lunar surface and snaps new photos

Japan's first moon lander is furiously doing science after staying asleep for more than a week. How long it can keep going remains unclear.

Space

Why Japan is the ultimate destination for 2024

Japan is never a bad idea. From the tropical islands of Okinawa to the temples of Kyoto and Tokyo's world-leading hotel scene, Alicia Miller has your guide

Evening Standard

The Japanese moon lander gets back to work after the sun reaches its solar panels

A Japanese moon explorer is up and running Monday after several tense days without the sunlight it needs to generate power.

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NAMM 2024: “A lower cost option that’s pure Takamine in its voice”: An affordable take on Takamine’s all-black Legacy Series has been in demand “for decades” – with its latest G Series acoustics, the Japanese luthier has finally obliged

Complete with gig-ready TP-3G electronics, the builds offer budget-conscious alternatives to its Legacy Series EF341SC and EF381SC models

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Kim Jong Un Supervises Test-Firing of Submarine-Launched Cruise Missiles

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un supervised test-firings of new cruise missiles designed for submarines, highlighting his goal of building a nuclear-armed navy.

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Japanese Moon Probe Resumes Mission After Landing Upside Down

Japan's moon explorer successfully establishes communication after being stranded in darkness for several days, continuing its mission on the lunar surface.

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The 10 best samurai movies of all time, ranked

From 13 Samurai to The Last Samurai, we pick the 10 best samurai movies that you need to rewatch today

Total Film

Notorious Japanese Fugitive Dies After 50 Years On The Run: Media

Long hair, youthful smile, thick glasses slightly askew: for decades, the black-and-white photo of one of Japan's most wanted fugitives has been a ubiquitous sight at police stations nationwide.

International Business Times

I tried the Osoji Japanese cleaning ritual to cleanse my home — here's what happened

The age-old Japanese cleaning custom of Osoji promises to declutter your home and mind, but does it work in 2024?

Tom’s Guide

Japan's Moon lander comes back to life as power restored after being left 'upside down'

Japan's Moon lander has been able to resume operations roughly a week after being left upside down following landing.

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Japan's Moon Lander Comes Back To Life

Japan's Moon lander has come back to life, the space agency said Monday, enabling the craft to proceed with its mission of investigating the lunar surface despite its rocky start.

International Business Times

Mad Dash? Swift Will Have To Speed Across Globe To See Kelce In Super Bowl

Pop music icon Taylor Swift is reportedly ready to make a lightning trip from Japan next month to see boyfriend Travis Kelce's Kansas City Chiefs in the Super Bowl.

The Guardian - AU

24 in 2024: equal rights, clear skin and being a witch in Japan

Student and ‘apprentice witch’ Miho Suzuki is set to enter the workforce and hopes Japan can shrug off its horrible start to the year

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Inter Miami Embarks on Global Preseason Tour with Messi

Inter Miami, the MLS club with Lionel Messi, is embarking on a global preseason tour, including matches in Saudi Arabia, Hong Kong, and Japan. The club's p...

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‘It’s not an Oedipus complex’: why Japan’s ‘silver porn’ market is booming

An industry making older women the centre of attention appeals to some actors; and as Japan’s society ages, demand is growing

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Ex-Wallaby Genia given his marching orders in Japan

After a storied 18-year career for club and country former Wallaby Will Genia has been red carded for the first time, in Japan for Hanazono Kintetsu Liners.

The Guardian - UK

Mr and Mrs Smith’s Maya Erskine: ‘I looked at Angelina Jolie and thought, well, I can’t be her’

The Japanese-American actor has gone from cringe-comedy outsider to starring with Donald Glover in a remake of the Hollywood blockbuster, Mr and Mrs Smith. She explains why living up to Jolie’s ‘total goddess’ was not an option

The Guardian - UK

Asian Cup drama ready to ramp up in last 16 after wild, emotional groups

Eight teams are out but all played their part in the drama so far, including surprise last-16 spots for Syria and Palestine

Space

NASA orbiter spies Japan's struggling SLIM moon lander on lunar surface (photo)

NASA's Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter captured an image of Japan's SLIM moon lander as it rests upside down on the lunar surface.

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Tokyo Inflation Slows, Failing to Reach BOJ's 2% Target

Inflation in Japan's capital city falls short of the central bank's 2% target, indicating a slowdown in the country's economy.

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Yen Bulls Stock Up on Options for BOJ Surprises

Discover why yen bulls are stocking up on options in anticipation of any surprises from the Bank of Japan (BOJ) this spring. Stay informed on Japan's markets.

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