Crown Prince and Princess tour Nijo Castle

Crown Prince and Princess tour Nijo Castle

Japan's Crown Prince and Princess tour Kyoto's world heritage Nijo Castle.

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LDP pledges to amend Article 9

LDP pledges to amend Article 9

Ahead of elections, Japan's governing Liberal Democratic Party vows to amend the constitution to clarify the role of the...

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'Gacha-gacha' toy machines enliven airport

'Gacha-gacha' toy machines enliven airport

"Gacha-gacha" capsule toy vending machines are the latest attraction at Fukuoka Airport.

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Nissan inspection woes continue

Nissan inspection woes continue

Nissan Motor's woes continue as it announces a massive recall due to an inspection debacle that emerged late last week.

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Edano launches new political party

Edano launches new political party

Lawmaker Yukio Edano launches a new party to vie against the more conservative political competition in the upcoming ele...

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Oyster season starts in Hiroshima

Oyster season starts in Hiroshima

The oyster harvest begins in Hiroshima Prefecture, the leading producer of and an area synonymous with the delicacy.

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Rolling robots and more at CEATEC preview

Rolling robots and more at CEATEC preview

Rolling robots that educate and ping-pong-playing robots are a few of the eye-catching products showcased at a sneak pre...

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