New sensor technology to be included in next-gen weather satellites

New sensor technology to be included in next-gen weather satellites

The Japan Meteorological Agency announces it plans to include the latest in observational sensors in its next weather sa...

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Panda twins celebrate 1st birthday

Panda twins celebrate 1st birthday

The giant panda twins at Ueno Zoo in Tokyo celebrate their upcoming first birthday at an event attended by Governor Koik...

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Elderly panda receives Father's Day gifts

Elderly panda receives Father's Day gifts

An elderly giant panda in western Japan receives gifts on Father's Day.

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Tokyo toy show features evolving toys

Tokyo toy show features evolving toys

The International Tokyo Toy Show features longstanding toys that have evolved over the years.

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ZIPAIR to remove 'Z' logo from planes

ZIPAIR to remove 'Z' logo from planes

ZIPAIR Tokyo, a low-cost carrier affiliated with Japan Airlines, is removing the "Z" logo from its planes.

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Akihabara maids urge people to drink in moderation

Akihabara maids urge people to drink in moderation

Tokyo police and workers at Akihabara maid cafes called on people to drink in moderation to prevent crimes linked to alc...

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Crane topples over near Shinjuku Station

Crane topples over near Shinjuku Station

A crane topples over at a construction site near Shinjuku Station in Tokyo.

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Giant panda Xiang Xiang turns 5

Giant panda Xiang Xiang turns 5

Giant panda Xiang Xiang turns 5 years old at Tokyo's Ueno Zoo on June 12.

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Traditional horse parade held in northeast Japan

Traditional horse parade held in northeast Japan

A traditional horse parade is held in northeastern Japan after two consecutive years of cancellations due to the coronav...

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Japan unveils guidelines for foreign group tours

Japan unveils guidelines for foreign group tours

The Japanese government unveils guidelines for foreign group tours.

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