‘Beauty sleep’ treatments spark controversy in Japan
Some clinics have prescribed sleeping pills and psychotropic medications while promoting the concept of "achieving beauty through quality sleep."
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japantimes.co.jp
24.08.2026
Japanese lawmakers travel to Beijing, seeking to mend ties after fallout
Japanese lawmakers have traveled to Beijing to meet with Chinese officials
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abcnews.com
24.08.2026
Lawson to cut rice ball prices in Japan as costs ease
The convenience store chain will lower prices on most of its hand-wrapped onigiri by ¥10 starting Sept. 29, a company spokesperson says.
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japantimes.co.jp
24.08.2026
Japan’s power prices climb to highest since 2023 on heat wave
The nationwide next-day power price rose 20% on Monday from the previous week to ￥25.18 ($0.16) a kilowatt-hour, the highest since January 2023.
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japantimes.co.jp
24.08.2026
Bessent’s bond gambit seen as possible prelude to closer Japan-U.S. coordination
The two countries could start to address fiscal weaknesses together and make sure the market knows they are getting their houses in order.
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japantimes.co.jp
24.08.2026
Miyu Yamashita ties record en route to nine-shot victory in Canada
Not only did the rising star from Japan collect her fourth LPGA victory in 13 months, her 257 tied the tour's 72-hole record for the lowest gross score of all time.
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japantimes.co.jp
24.08.2026
Japan makes diplomatic push for safe passage through key Middle East straits
Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi has visited Saudi Arabia and Oman for six days to talk with his counterparts from the two nations.
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japantimes.co.jp
24.08.2026
SoftBank plans record $6.3 billion retail bond sale in Japan
The 7-year bonds are expected to be priced on Sept. 4, with an indicative coupon range of 4.3% to 4.9%, according to a company filing.
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japantimes.co.jp
24.08.2026
Japan outlines measures to protect infrastructure from cyberattacks
In light of a recent series of ransomware attacks, the draft urges such businesses to take measures, including taking out cybersecurity insurance.
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japantimes.co.jp
24.08.2026
Tokyo International School’s expansion comes as Japan seeks to boost educational offerings
The school's new facility in the rapidly developing Takanawa Gateway City area has allowed it to build a full high school program.
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japantimes.co.jp
24.08.2026
5.9-magnitude earthquake strikes Japan, injuring at least 37
"I would ask residents in the areas where the shaking was particularly strong to remain vigilant for the possibility of another earthquake of a similar magnitude," Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaic
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euronews.com
23.08.2026
Japan outlines measures to protect infrastructure from cyberattacks
In light of a recent series of ransomware attacks, the draft urges such businesses to take measures, including taking out cybersecurity insurance.
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japantimes.co.jp
23.08.2026
What a Tokyo summer taught this New Zealander about climate shock
A realization after three months living in Japan's scorching capital: The trick to surviving a Japanese summer isn't beating the heat — it's learning to live around it.
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japantimes.co.jp
23.08.2026
Nadeshiko Japan’s Saki Kumagai hoping to encourage more girls to play soccer
Kumagai says she hopes her organization, Nadeshiko Care, will inspire young players to set their sights on joining the national team.
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japantimes.co.jp
23.08.2026
‘Lives at Right Angles’ offers seldom-seen portrayal of autism in Japan
J-pop idol Shota Yasuda crafts an insightful, compelling performance as the autistic protagonist of Syoutarou Kobayasi's "Lives at Right Angles."
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japantimes.co.jp
23.08.2026
Japan and India hold first event focused on recycling of key minerals
The global market for critical minerals, including rare earths, is dominated by China, making it necessary for both Japan and India to rely heavily on imports.
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japantimes.co.jp
23.08.2026
Strong Kanto quake triggers warnings of similar shaking over next week
Tokyo and the wider Kanto region were jolted awake early Sunday by the magnitude 5.9 earthquake, which registered up to a lower 5 on Japan's seven-point seismic scale.
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japantimes.co.jp
23.08.2026
Magnitude 5.9 earthquake rattles Tokyo and eastern Kanto region
Shaking registered lower 5 on Japan's seven-point seismic scale. There was no risk of a tsunami.
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japantimes.co.jp
22.08.2026
Walk-In “Human Fridges” are Japan’s newest heatwave weapon
Designed to stop heatstroke in its tracks, the "Do Hiemon Box" delivers rapid, targeted cooling during extreme weather.
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aljazeera.com
22.08.2026
Man leaves young son on Mount Fuji before ascending Japan’s highest peak
Boy, seven, had complained of feeling tired so father left him with snacks and a soft drink and continued his climbA man who abandoned his seven-year-old son on Mount Fuji in Japan after the boy compl
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theguardian.com
22.08.2026