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Starbucks Japan releases “Let’s Par-TEA!” Frappuccino and drinks for the holiday season

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Each beverage has its own unique character so you can choose which one you’d like to party with. With the holiday season fast approaching, Starbucks is bringing the party spirit to its stores in Japan with a trio of new drinks based around the theme of “Let’s par-TEA!” As the name suggests, the three new holiday […]

Shinkansen online ticketing service reports customer data leak

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Online reservation system handles tickets for Shinkansen’s “Golden Route” and Kyushu. If you’re planning to take a ride on the Shinkansen, the Smart EX online ticketing service is a handy utility. Managed by Shinkansen operator Central Japan Railway Company/JR Central, Smart EX lets you book seats on bullet trains running in eastern and western Japan, […]

Japan's First Wintry Blast Brings Snow and Freezing Winds

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Japan experienced its first major blast of winter weather on October 28th as the strongest cold air mass of the season brought snow to northern regions, powerful winds to Tokyo and western Japan, and some of the lowest temperatures of the autumn, with forecasters warning of another sharp drop in temperatures on the morning of October 29th. (News On Japan)

Typhoon No. 31 Takes an Unexpected Turn Toward Japan

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Typhoon No. 31, a very strong storm currently moving west near Minamitorishima Island in the western Pacific, could change direction several times in early November and potentially approach Japan's Ogasawara Islands, with its eventual path depending largely on the strength and position of a high-pressure system over the Japanese mainland, according to a forecast updated at 6 a.m. on October 29. (News On Japan)

Eating in the Isumi Region of Chiba: Seafood, Seasonal Flavors and Local Ingredients

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On Chiba’s Pacific coast, Isumi is known for beaches and surf, but the region has another major draw: its food. The waters off the coast produce some of Chiba’s most prized seafood, while the fertile countryside around the Isumi region is home to farms growing vegetables, herbs and other seasonal produce. At the local level, […]
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Mirukashi Salon: An Extraordinary Retreat in Rural Japan

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In an unassuming seaside town in Kyushu, the writer and photographer Prairie Stuart-Wolff has started something quietly extraordinary: a salon where guests are encouraged to fully immerse themselves in nature, feeling the progression of the seasons through minute changes observed every day.  Mirukashi Salon specializes in intimate, food-focused retreats, rooted in the idea of Japan’s […]
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#ZDay: A Multitude of Tiring Z-Based Activities was Anything but Zzz!!

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After finishing #LionDay, I soon began to think about the next tenuously themed day building up to a sports event. It was admittedly a bit of a struggle but after looking through the names and nicknames of many, many Japanese … Continue reading →

#LionDay: It’s Time to Paws & Reflect on This Roaring Success of a Day

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The part of #DeutschDay to get the most attention by some distance was the solitary on-location place I visited which wasn’t live sport. A hidden German section of a park in Tokyo attracted a considerable amount (by my standards!) of … Continue reading →

会計年度任用職員（保健師）

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外国語翻訳サービス再開のお知らせ

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外国語翻訳サービス再開のお知らせについて

Kore-eda Hirokazu Hails Japanese Cinema’s Global Moment as Ninomiya Kazunari, Academy’s Amy Homma and ‘Kokuho’ Producer Murata Chieko Take Stage at Kering Women in Motion Tokyo Event - Variety

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Kore-eda Hirokazu Hails Japanese Cinema’s Global Moment as Ninomiya Kazunari, Academy’s Amy Homma and ‘Kokuho’ Producer Murata Chieko Take Stage at Kering Women in Motion Tokyo Event  Variety

Art Week Tokyo 2026: The Ultimate Guide to Exhibitions and Events - Galerie Magazine

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Art Week Tokyo 2026: The Ultimate Guide to Exhibitions and Events  Galerie Magazine

Alaska Airlines Launching New Nonstop Flights to Tokyo in 2027 - TravelPulse

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Alaska Airlines Launching New Nonstop Flights to Tokyo in 2027  TravelPulse

Disney Vacationers Face Immediate Medical Evacuation Delays Following International Travel Incident - Inside the Magic

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Disney Vacationers Face Immediate Medical Evacuation Delays Following International Travel Incident  Inside the Magic

The Sushi Bus: Dinner on the Go in a New Tokyo Sightseeing Experience - nippon.com

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The Sushi Bus: Dinner on the Go in a New Tokyo Sightseeing Experience  nippon.com

2 Days in Tokyo: A Local’s Guide to the City’s Most Exciting Eats and Unexpected Experiences - MICHELIN Guide

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2 Days in Tokyo: A Local’s Guide to the City’s Most Exciting Eats and Unexpected Experiences  MICHELIN Guide

Alex Eala credits small adjustments for latest win in Tokyo - Inquirer.net

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Alex Eala credits small adjustments for latest win in Tokyo  Inquirer.net

WTA Tour: Naomi Osaka wears Japan-inspired outfit during Tokyo win as Venus Williams loses to teenager at Guangzhou Open - Sky Sports

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WTA Tour: Naomi Osaka wears Japan-inspired outfit during Tokyo win as Venus Williams loses to teenager at Guangzhou Open  Sky Sports

At Least 68 Killed in Train Crash in Spain, Officials Say

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A high-speed passenger train rear-ended another near Toledo, months after a crash involving the same carriers killed dozens and stunned the country.

Rivals in Israel Election Strike Tone of Triumph, but Outcome Is Far From Clear

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Addressing supporters after midnight, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Gadi Eisenkot, who leads a bloc of opposition parties, both expressed confidence that they will lead Israel’s next government. Vote counting could take days.

High-speed train crash kills at least 68 people in Spain

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The crash, between a moving train and another that was stopped further up the track, was caused by an "inexplicable" error, the transport minister said.

Bloodied, dazed and angry - how passengers' rail journey turned to disaster in Spain

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Survivors of the train crash in Spain have spoken of their shock, panic and anger at the accident in Toledo province on Wednesday.

台風13号 影響は長時間続く 警戒を 台風15号の動きは?

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大型で非常に強い台風13号は、沖縄本島の西の海上を進んでいます。沖縄・奄美では風や雨の影響が長時間続いていて、土砂災害などに厳重な警戒を続けてください。

北日本と東日本中心 9日も大気の状態が非常に不安定の見込み

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8日は北日本から西日本にかけての広い範囲で大気の状態が非常に不安定になり、「記録的短時間大雨」の気象防災速報があわせて7回発表されるなど局地的な大雨となりました。9日も大気の状態が非常に不安定になる見込みで、低い土地の浸水や急な川の増水などに十分注意が必要です。

他県警でも失効免許不正流用 証言

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検察側が異例の求刑訂正 地検謝罪

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Pixel Watchで「電池持ちが急に悪くなった」との報告(CNET Japan)

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Googleのスマートウォッチ「Pixel Watch」シリーズで、電池の減りが急に速くなったという報告が、掲示板サイト「Reddit」に複数寄せられている。 Pixel Watch 2の利用者は、こ

AI音声の詐欺電話、6人に1人が応じる可能性　だまされやすい手口とは　米ハーバード大やMetaが4100人で検証　(ITmedia NEWS)

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米ハーバード大学や米Metaなどに所属する研究者らが発表した論文「Evaluating AI Models’ Capability to Automate Voice Phishing Attacks