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Starbucks Japan releases now Tokyo Reserve Roastery Christmas drinkware collection [Photos]

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Starbucks Japan’s premium brand is ready to help you get started on Christmas shopping right now. Starbucks Japan didn’t waste much time transitioning from Halloween scares to the Christmas spirit, as it began serving up its new Frappuccino with optional Christmas cooking toppings on November 2. And for those looking to get an early start […]

Japanese government announces criteria for creating backup capital of Japan

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Four cities are the most likely candidates to become vice-capitals in case Tokyo is struck by an incapacitating natural disaster. Over the course of history, Japan has had several capital cities. Most famously, the imperial court was previously located in Kyoto, and before that in Nara. There was also a period of around 150 years […]

Typhoon No. 31 Regains Strength as Heavy Rain Threatens Kanto

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Typhoon No. 31 (In-Fa) was moving northwest over waters south of Japan as of 9 p.m. on November 3rd, regaining strong typhoon status with a central pressure of 970 hectopascals, while a rapidly developing low-pressure system associated with its northward movement is expected to bring more than 200 millimeters of rain to parts of the Kanto region and Izu Islands between November 4th and 5th. (News On Japan)

18-Year-Old Arrested Over Street Racing Posts

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An 18-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of obstructing police operations in Osaka after allegedly using a social media account called Shorinji Racing to post messages suggesting plans for reckless driving, prompting officers to increase patrols and security measures. (News On Japan)

Experience the Magic of Japan’s Snow Country in Minamiuonuma

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As Japan’s most famous ski hubs grow busier every winter, you may be looking for a quieter, less touristy winter destination — and the city of Minamiuonuma in southern Niigata Prefecture is the perfect choice. Easily accessible from Tokyo, it can be reached by Joetsu Shinkansen in roughly 90 minutes via Urasa Station or 75 […]
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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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#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 →

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会計年度任用職員(保健師)

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Hybrid events help turn up Art Week Tokyo’s buzz - The Art Newspaper

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Hybrid events help turn up Art Week Tokyo’s buzz  The Art Newspaper

Rio, Bangkok and Tokyo lead travel demand for 2027 - Globetrender

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Rio, Bangkok and Tokyo lead travel demand for 2027  Globetrender

Rio, Bangkok and Tokyo lead travel demand for 2027 - Globetrender

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Rio, Bangkok and Tokyo lead travel demand for 2027  Globetrender

AC Hotels’ 20-Minute Edit Highlights Spots in Walking Distance - Cool Hunting

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AC Hotels’ 20-Minute Edit Highlights Spots in Walking Distance  Cool Hunting

Tokyo’s Umios Buys High Liner Foods for C$804 Million - Retail News Asia

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Tokyo’s Umios Buys High Liner Foods for C$804 Million  Retail News Asia

The Ultimate Autumn Food Day Trip – 1 Hour From Tokyo! - News On Japan

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The Ultimate Autumn Food Day Trip – 1 Hour From Tokyo!  News On Japan

WTA roundup: Finals set in Tokyo, Guangzhou - Field Level Media

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WTA roundup: Finals set in Tokyo, Guangzhou  Field Level Media

Tennis-Shnaider downs Fernandez in Pan Pacific Open final in Tokyo - KWSN

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Tennis-Shnaider downs Fernandez in Pan Pacific Open final in Tokyo  KWSN

Afghan Woman Is Among Dozens to Be Deported to Afghanistan

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The Trump administration has arranged a flight to send dozens of Afghan immigrants back to Afghanistan, despite the risk of persecution by the Taliban.

Poland Beefs Up Security at Border With Russia

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Prime Minister Donald Tusk said there had been “disturbing movement” in Kaliningrad, a Russian region just north of Poland.

Seven flights across Europe targeted by suspected bomb threats

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Planes in Poland, Spain, Bulgaria and Italy have been checked for explosives following separate threats.

Tenerife striker De Miguel dies after on-field collision

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Tenerife forward Jesus de Miguel dies aged 30 after an on-field collision during a Spanish second-division match.

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。

米中間選挙 集計長期化の可能性も

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武部農相 献金巡り新たな疑惑

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Android、216件の脆弱性を修正 操作不要でコード実行の恐れ、自社の端末は大丈夫か(ビジネス+IT)

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グーグルは11月2日、Androidの2026年11月分のセキュリティ情報を公開した。216件の脆弱性を修正し、Frameworkには追加の実行権限なしにリモートでコードを実行される恐れのある「重大」

バラクーダが危険度9.3の脆弱性でパッチ公開 root奪取の恐れ、管理画面を点検せよ(ビジネス+IT)

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バラクーダ・ネットワークスは11月2日、メールセキュリティゲートウェイ(ESG)など6製品の管理画面に関わる脆弱性2件を公表し、修正パッチを公開した。CVSSスコアは9.3と8.6で、2件を組み合わせ