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Kaori Sakamoto wants 'no regrets' as gold beckons in Olympic finale
The 25-year-old from Kobe will retire after the Olympics.
Source: The Japan Times
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Ogawa chosen as Japan's main opposition party leader after election defeat
Japan's main opposition force, the Centrist Reform Alliance, elected 54-year-old Junya Ogawa as its new head on Friday, as the newly created party embarks on a revamp after…
Source: Japan Today
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Japan health panel adopts medical fee changes to raise wages and cope with inflation
By tweaking fees here and there, the government seeks to keep health care costs relatively low while meeting new medical needs.
Source: The Japan Times
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2026 Top Jobs in Japan Week 7
Check out these new roles in sales, teaching, marketing and more in this week's Top Jobs in Japan!
Source: GaijinPot Blog
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Hisatsune grabs Pebble Beach lead with sparkling 62
Ryo Hisatsune fired a career-best 10-under par 62 on Thursday to take a one-stroke first-round lead in the PGA Tour Pebble Beach Pro-Am as defending champion Rory McIlroy…
Source: Japan Today
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Arsenal's Premier League title bid takes a hit after 1-1 draw at Brentford
From nine points to four. Arsenal's lead over Manchester City at the top of the Premier League has dwindled dramatically in less than a week. The good news…
Source: Japan Today
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10 Date Ideas for Valentine’s Day in Japan
Whether celebrating Valentine’s Day, an anniversary or on your first date, here are great ideas for dates in Japan.
Source: GaijinPot Blog
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MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred optimistic major leaguers will play in 2028 Los Angeles Olympics
Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred is optimistic that major leaguers will play in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Manfred, speaking following an owners meeting Thursday, said there are still…
Source: Japan Today
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The 16 Love Types: What You Need to Know About Japan’s Love Character 64 Personality Test
Find out all about the hit online Japanese Love Type test, from its philosophy to how to snag one of those adorable LINE mascot stickers for yourself.
Source: Savvy Tokyo
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Immersive Experience: Anemoia Tokyo
Dance company Dazzle’s most ambitious show yet aims to spirit you away to another world.
Source: Savvy Tokyo
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