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Japan beer giants raided over alleged price-fixing cartel
Japanese beer giants Asahi, Kirin, and Suntory are under investigation for price-fixing. Their share prices fell after news of the investigation broke.
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Takaichi meets with Okinawa’s Koja after U.S. Marine’s arrest over murder
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Takaichi meets with Okinawa’s Koja after U.S. Marine’s arrest over murder
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi met with Okinawa Governor Genta Koja to address public anger over the murder of a local woman by a U.S. Marine. The U.S. military has paused operations and imposed a curfew.
Takaichi defends plan to combine consumption tax cut with income-based cash payments
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Takaichi defends plan to combine consumption tax cut with income-based cash payments
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is defending a plan to cut the food tax and provide targeted cash payments to ease living costs. She stated the measures would boost disposable income and lay groundwork for a long-term tax credit.
Dollar edge lower after softer-than-expected U.S. payrolls data
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Dollar edge lower after softer-than-expected U.S. payrolls data
The U.S. dollar edged lower following softer-than-expected nonfarm payrolls data, easing fears of aggressive rate hikes, while the Japanese yen firmed on strong Tokyo inflation figures.
Man slashed in neck in Chiba; neighbor arrested for attempted murder
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Man slashed in neck in Chiba; neighbor arrested for attempted murder
A 49-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly attempting to kill his 55-year-old neighbor in Chiba, Japan. The neighbor was slashed in the neck multiple times in the parking area of his home.
Chinese judoka accused of biting Japanese opponent at Asian Games
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Chinese judoka accused of biting Japanese opponent at Asian Games
Japanese judo officials say they've never seen anything like it. Chinese judoka accused of biting Japanese opponent at Asian Games.
Central Tokyo records 34 consecutive days of rain; longest on record
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Central Tokyo records 34 consecutive days of rain; longest on record
Central Tokyo has experienced 34 consecutive days of rain, setting a new record for the longest streak, surpassing the previous 2019 record of 33 days. This prolonged rainfall, totaling 629 mm, is attributed to approaching typhoons, a stalled autumn rain front, and a trou…
Man held on suspicion of giving information to tokuryū criminal group
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Man held on suspicion of giving information to tokuryū criminal group
Tokyo police have arrested Shinobu Ishihara, a 53-year-old self-described real-estate agent, for allegedly providing client information to a 'tokuryū' criminal group and involvement in an attempted robbery.
Smile-Up’s president announces he will step down
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Smile-Up’s president announces he will step down
Smile-Up President Noriyuki Higashiyama announced his resignation, effective Wednesday, as the company continues compensating victims of sexual abuse by its late founder, Johnny Kitagawa. Masayuki Yamada, the chief compliance officer and a lawyer, will succeed him.
35-Year-Old Man Arrested for Alleged Sexual Assault During Sugar Daddy Dating 'Interview'
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35-Year-Old Man Arrested for Alleged Sexual Assault During Sugar Daddy Dating 'Interview'
A 35-year-old man has been arrested in Chiba City for allegedly sexually assaulting a 17-year-old girl under the guise of a sugar daddy dating interview.
3 dead after truck-car head-on collision in Chiba
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3 dead after truck-car head-on collision in Chiba
Three passengers died in a head-on collision between a truck and a car near Tokyo.
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Asian Games: South Korea volleyball team latest to be taken to wrong venue
South Korea's men's volleyball team was taken to a training venue an hour away from their intended destination, forcing them to cancel practice. This is the latest in a series of logistical issues at the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya.
Asian currencies mixed as dollar holds high, Aussie slips after RBA hike
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Asian currencies mixed as dollar holds high, Aussie slips after RBA hike
Asian currencies showed mixed performance as the U.S. dollar maintained a two-month high, driven by elevated Treasury yields and Fed tightening expectations. The Australian dollar slipped after a widely anticipated RBA rate hike, while the Japanese yen weakened despite in…
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Why Sarvesh Kushare’s 2.18m clearance has 1.3 million views in Japan?
Indian high jumper Sarvesh Kushare's 2.18m clearance at the Asian Games went viral on Japanese social media, garnering over 1.3 million views, due to the chaotic circumstances surrounding his jump.
Sushi wars roll into America as Japan’s top chains face off
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Sushi wars roll into America as Japan’s top chains face off
Japanese conveyor-belt sushi giant Sushiro is expanding into the U.S. market, opening its flagship outlet near Times Square in October, aiming to capitalize on America's growing appetite for sushi with its casual, mass-market model.
Takaichi launches intelligence panel, eyeing Japan’s own CIA
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Takaichi launches intelligence panel, eyeing Japan’s own CIA
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has launched an expert panel to bolster Japan's intelligence gathering and anti-espionage capabilities, citing urgent national security needs against foreign threats. This initiative aims to develop a more robust intelligence framework, poten…
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Thieves steal drunk man’s shoes and ¥1 million in cash
A 38-year-old office worker in Osaka was robbed of his shoes and approximately 1 million yen in cash while intoxicated and resting near Nozaki Park. Two men approached him, shoved him to the ground, and then took his bag and footwear.
Trump administration says there were 8 suicide attempts on U.S. aircraft carrier
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Trump administration says there were 8 suicide attempts on U.S. aircraft carrier
The Trump administration acknowledged eight suicide attempts by U.S. service members on the USS Abraham Lincoln during its extended Middle East deployment, contradicting earlier denials.
Kobayashi in ¥500 billion buyout talks after red-yeast case
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Kobayashi in ¥500 billion buyout talks after red-yeast case
Kobayashi Pharmaceutical, a Japanese health products company, is reportedly considering a buyout offer exceeding ¥500 billion ($3.2 billion) from private equity investors following a supplement contamination scandal.
Passengers evacuated from ANA plane in Okinawa after midair engine trouble
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Passengers evacuated from ANA plane in Okinawa after midair engine trouble
Passengers evacuated from ANA plane in Okinawa due to engine trouble, resulting in minor injuries.
Meta bets big on wearable AI, new AI agent as Zuckerberg pushes back against AI doom
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Meta bets big on wearable AI, new AI agent as Zuckerberg pushes back against AI doom
Meta is heavily investing in consumer-friendly AI agents and AI-powered wearable devices, with CEO Mark Zuckerberg expressing optimism about AI's future and pushing back against industry calls for a slowdown in development.
National security and the stakes of ‘technology sovereignty’
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National security and the stakes of ‘technology sovereignty’
Japan faces a dilemma in balancing national security with technological innovation, particularly concerning dual-use technologies developed by private entities.
At least four dead and six missing in Kanto in wake of Typhoon Dujuan
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At least four dead and six missing in Kanto in wake of Typhoon Dujuan
Typhoon Dujuan has caused at least four deaths and six disappearances in eastern Japan, with record rainfall triggering landslides and flooding. The Disaster Relief Act has been applied to 25 municipalities.
Man arrested for hit-and-run after fleeing from police crackdown on smartphone use while driving
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Man arrested for hit-and-run after fleeing from police crackdown on smartphone use while driving
A 29-year-old man was arrested in Shiga Prefecture, Japan, for dangerous driving and attempted murder after hitting a police officer while fleeing a traffic stop for smartphone use.
Japan's elderly population reaches record 29%
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Japan's elderly population reaches record 29%
Japan's elderly population has reached a record 29% of the total population, up from 29.4% last year.
Man Arrested for Allegedly Sexually Assaulting Minor After Intoxication
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Man Arrested for Allegedly Sexually Assaulting Minor After Intoxication
A 31-year-old man arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a teenage girl after giving her alcohol in Tokyo. Police found videos showing him engaging in indecent acts with multiple other women on his smartphone.
In superaged Japan, athletes are making waves well into their 90s
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In superaged Japan, athletes are making waves well into their 90s
91-year-old swimmer Shoko Yonezawa breaks world records in her age category, inspiring younger competitors.
North Korea fires off second apparent ballistic missile
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North Korea fires off second apparent ballistic missile
North Korea launched two apparent ballistic missiles on Sunday, with the second fired in the evening after an earlier launch in the morning. Both missiles landed outside Japan's exclusive economic zone.
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IOC chief praises Asian Games’ much-maligned accomodation facilities
International Olympic Committee President Kirsty Coventry has praised the accommodation facilities at the 2026 Asian Games, despite earlier complaints from athletes and coaches regarding cramped conditions and long waits.
Myanmar captures first Asian Games teqball gold as Spain great Carles Puyol watches
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Myanmar captures first Asian Games teqball gold as Spain great Carles Puyol watches
Myanmar's Wai Khin Hnin secured the first-ever Asian Games gold medal in teqball, an acrobatic soccer-table tennis hybrid, at its debut event in Nagoya, Japan.