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Japanese Health Supplement Recall Linked To Five Deaths

Japanese health supplements recalled due to benikoji ingredient linked to deaths and hospitalizations. Kobayashi Pharmaceutical faces criticism for delayed...

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Mixed Reactions In Japan To 'Oppenheimer' Film Premiere

'Oppenheimer' film debut in Japan sparks debate on portrayal of nuclear history and ethical implications of atomic bombings.

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'Oppenheimer' finally premieres in Japan to mixed reactions and high emotions

The film's release in Japan, more than eight months after it opened in the U.S., had been watched with trepidation because of the sensitivity of the subject matter.

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Tokyo Inflation Slows, Output Declines Impact BOJ Rate Hike

Tokyo's economic challenges prompt concerns about BOJ's interest rate decisions and impact on Japan's economy. BOJ's response crucial for stability and growth.

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Japan to resume funding to UNRWA, following Sweden, Finland and Canada

Move comes after meeting between Japanese Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa and UNRWA chief Philippe Lazzarini.

Al Jazeera

A-bomb Saga 'Oppenheimer' Finally Opens In Japan

Oscars best picture winner "Oppenheimer" was finally released on Friday in Japan, where its subject -- the man who masterminded the creation of the atomic bomb -- is a highly sensitive and emotional topic.

International Business Times

Japan leukaemia survivor Ikee to swim at Paris Olympics

Leukaemia survivor Rikako Ikee will compete for Japan in the 100m butterfly at the Paris Olympics

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Still alive! Japan's SLIM moon lander survives its 2nd lunar night (photo)

The SLIM spacecraft, Japan's first successful moon lander, has survived its second long, cold lunar night.

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Japanese Authorities Recall Red Rice Supplements After Deaths

Japanese authorities order removal of 'red rice' supplements linked to deaths and hospitalizations, prompting recalls and investigations in Japan and acros...

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“A series that is worthy of being called a ‘hybrid’”: Fender Japan’s latest Hybrid II models bring modernistic quilted tops and never-before-seen finishes to the Strat, Tele, Jazzmaster and Jazz Bass

If you’ve ever wanted one of electric guitar’s classic outlines with a fresh quilted maple look, well, Fender Japan has answered your prayers...

Guitar World

BOJ Policymakers To Proceed Cautiously With Future Rate Hikes

Bank of Japan adopts cautious stance for gradual rate hikes to support economic stability and growth.

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Toyota Global Sales Decline 7% In February

Toyota's global sales decline in February due to challenges in China and Japan. Despite this, Toyota remains a dominant player in the automotive industry.

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Japan PM Kishida Supports BOJ's Easy Policy Stance

Japanese PM Kishida backs BOJ's easy monetary policy to support economic recovery and stability amidst challenges.

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Beni Koji: The ingredient in Japanese supplements that is said to have killed 4, hospitalized over 100

Cholesterol-lowering pill, from Kobayashi Pharmaceutical Co., along with several other dietary supplements have been taken off store shelves in Japan after it was believed to have caused two deaths and hospitalized over 100. It is believed that the products contain benikoji, a red species of mold. Two more deaths have…

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Lola returns to motorsport in Formula E with Yamaha powertrain partnership

The new partnership was announced on Thursday in Japan ahead of the inaugural Tokyo E-Prix and the new combination is set to join the all-electric championship from as early as the 2025 season.

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Japan Considers Currency Moves, Government Spokesman Says

Japan's government considers options to address yen's strength and its impact on the economy.

International Business Times

Japan Drugmaker Reports Two More Deaths In Supplement Scare

A Japanese drugmaker whose dietary supplements are at the centre of a growing health scare reported on Thursday two more deaths potentially related to its tablets.

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One solo dev is keeping the spirit of PS2-era racers alive with this retro Japanese street racing RPG with open world levels and a bangin' Steam demo

Night-Runners is a stylin' throwback to Tokyo Xtreme Racer and Need for Speed Underground

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Barchart

Dollar Sees Support from Quarter-End Demand

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Wednesday rose slightly on quarter-end demand for the dollar. Also, dovish ECB comments on Wednesday undercut the euro and boosted the dollar. Meanwhile, the yen recovered from a 33-year low and moved higher on speculation that Japanese authorities may soon intervene in currency markets...

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Dollar Modestly Higher on Weakness in the Euro

The dollar index (DXY00 ) this morning is up by +0.09%. Dovish ECB comments today undercut the euro and gave the dollar a boost. Gains in the dollar are limited after the yen recovered from a 33-year low and moved higher on speculation that Japanese authorities may soon intervene in...

Autosport

The challenges that await on Formula E’s long-overdue visit to Tokyo

Since Formula E was founded 10 years ago, organisers of the all-electric championship have tried for over a decade to race in Japan’s capital, now the most populous city on earth with a population of more than 37 million.

International Business Times

Japan Unveils Next-generation Passenger Plane Project

Japan announced plans on Wednesday to develop a next-generation passenger jet over the next decade after the last struggling attempt, led by a private company, was scrapped a year ago.

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Health Supplements Recalled In Japan After Deaths And Illnesses

Health supplement products in Japan linked to illnesses and deaths due to benikoji contamination, prompting recalls and warnings.

Total Film

One of spring’s biggest anime shows will release with a streaming world-first

Kaiju No. 8 will stream simultaneously with Japan on Crunchyroll

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Japan dietary supplement recalled amid investigation into two deaths and 100 hospitalisations

Cholesterol-lowering supplements containing ‘beni koji’ recalled by Kobayashi Pharmaceutical over possible link to kidney disease

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