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The Latest Breaking News from Japan

Japan detects first monkeypox case

Japan has detected its first case of the monkeypox virus in Tokyo, the capital's governor said on Monday.

Reuters

Vicious monkey attacks leave 42 injured with one attempting to snatch baby

Police in Japan are asking people to stay vigilant after a recent rise in monkey attacks. A total of 42 people have recently been attacked by the animal known for invading homes

Daily Mirror

Japan-U.S. 2+2 economic talks to boost tech cooperation

WASHINGTON -- Japan and the United States will discuss ways to drastically reinforce bilateral cooperation in economic security areas, including the protection of semiconductors and other advanced technologies, at their first ministerial-level "Economic 2+2" dialogue.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

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Food makers cut back on plastic packaging

The drawstring pouch-style packages for sausages that have been familiar to Japanese consumers for over 30 years have been disappearing one after another this year as leading meat brands have changed the packaging design of their products.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Wood shock: Lumber prices soar amid weak yen, Russia export halt

Lumber prices are soaring in the wake of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The shortage that began last year was exacerbated as Russia stopped exporting some of its lumber to Japan, in retaliation for the sanctions Japan imposed on Russia.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Alleged Abe assassin to undergo mental evaluation until Nov

The alleged assassin of Japan’s former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe will be detained until late November for mental evaluation so prosecutors can determine whether to formally press charges and sent him to trial for murder

The Independent UK

New 1300ft 'lunar city' with artificial gravity will allow babies to be born on the moon

Professor Yosuke Yamashiki, of Kyoto University, Japan, said that the day when humans will live in outer space, on the Moon and on Mars, is “just around the corner”

Daily Mirror

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Putin will not attend Japanese ex-PM Abe's funeral, Kremlin says

Russian President Vladimir Putin will not attend the state funeral of Japanese former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, the Kremlin said on Monday.

Reuters

Japan notifies Russia and other countries of ex-PM Abe's state funeral

The Japanese government has notified all the countries it has diplomatic ties with, including Russia, of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's state funeral, Deputy Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihiko Isozaki said on Monday.

Reuters

Japanese foreign minister: executions will further isolate Myanmar

Japanese Foreign Minister Yoshimasa Hayashi said on Monday that the Myanmar junta's execution of four democracy activists will further isolate Myanmar in the international community, and is a matter of deep concern.

Reuters

The Centuries-old Mines Stirring Japan-South Korea Tensions

Under a split-top mountain on the Japanese island of Sado lies a network of centuries-old mines that have sparked a new diplomatic row with South Korea. Some of the gold and silver mines of Sado, off Japan's west coast, are believed to have started operating as early as the 12th…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Volcanic eruption in Japan forces evacuations in 2 towns

Dozens of people have evacuated two towns in southern Japan where a volcano spewed ash and large rocks into the nighttime sky

The Independent UK

Tour operators jittery despite easing restrictions

Outbound travel has shown early signs of a rebound as restrictions ease across the globe, yet tour operators expect many challenges from ongoing viral outbreaks and economic woes.

Bangkok Post

Making dreams come true

Last month Thailand saw a marriage equality bill pass its first reading in parliament, which was regarded as a historic move that could make marriage law applicable to couples across all genders, not only opposite sexes.

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Japan’s Sakurajima volcano erupts prompting evacuations

Sakurajima is one of Japan’s most active volcanoes and eruptions of varying levels take place on a regular basis.

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So How Do You Get The Kawasaki x Seiko LSA Watches?

It’s not as simple as getting it at a dealer. You might have to take a trip to Japan and contact Kawasaki Plaza to see if there’s stock.

ABC News

Sakurajima volcano erupts on Japanese island Kyushu, evacuations ordered in nearby towns

A volcano on the southern Japanese island of Kyushu erupts, sending a black ash cloud billowing high into the air.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Volcano Erupts on Western Japanese Island of Kyushu

A volcano on Japan's major western island of Kyushu erupted on Sunday evening, sending black smoke billowing high into the air, but there were no immediate reports of any damage or injuries, and authorities said they did not expect a major eruption. The volcano, which is called Sakurajima and is…

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Japan puts alerts to the highest level for the Sakurajima volcano after it erupted

There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries in nearby towns but residents were advised to evacuate.

Daily Record

Volcano erupts in Japan sparking mass evacuation as 'highest alert level' triggered

Sakurajima, one of Japan's most active volcanoes, began spitting ash on Sunday.

InsideEVs

BYD Enters Japanese Passenger Electric Car Market

BYD announced this week its official entry into the passenger vehicle market in Japan, starting with three models in 2023.

Evening Standard

Japan volcano eruption: People under evacuation warning as ‘highest alert’ issued

A volcano on Japan's main southern island of Kyushu erupted Sunday night, spewing ash and rocks into the sky.

The Independent UK

South Japan's Sakurajima volcano erupts, no damage reported

A volcano on Japan’s main southern island of Kyushu has erupted, spewing ash and rocks into the night sky

Daily Mirror

Japanese volcano erupts triggering 'highest alert level' as citizens evacuated

Sakurajima is one of Japan's most active volcanoes and three years ago it spewed ash over three miles high

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2023 Honda Civic Type R's Startup Graphic Stays True To Mature Styling

The Japanese brand went full 180 with the FL5 Type R's design.

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