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Tokyo cracks down on Airbnb-style rentals with new laws limiting operator days and more

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With tourists’ and residents’ feelings about minpaku racing in opposite directions, wards add new local ordinances onto national laws. “Short-term private vacation lodging” is a bit of a mouthful, and while “Airbnb-style rentals” is more concise, it singles out just one company in what’s become a rapidly expanding sector of traveler accommodations. So today, let’s […]

Japanese viewers of Godzilla Minus Zero angered by unusual number of restroom goers

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Godzilla films are famous for their subtlety and require complete concentration. Culture Day in Japan was on 3 November, and what better way to celebrate culture than by watching the latest Godzilla film, Godzilla Minus Zero? It was a thought held by many, as the monster movie drew in an amazing 910 million yen (US$5.8M) […]

Hokkaido Travel Alert: Flight Disruptions, Train Cancellations and Icy Highways

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Hokkaido's transportation network faced further disruptions on Tuesday, November 10, as freezing temperatures, lingering snow and icy conditions caused train cancellations, flight delays and highway restrictions, although conditions improved in several areas during the afternoon. (News On Japan)

Heavy Snow Blankets Northern Japan

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A powerful cold air mass brought the lowest temperatures of the season to much of Japan on Tuesday, November 10, with Hokkaido recording a nationwide seasonal low of minus 11.8 degrees Celsius, heavy snowfall covering northern communities, and Tokyo experiencing midwinter conditions as temperatures fell sharply across the country. (News On Japan)

A Journey Through Fukuoka’s Power Spots

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Long before wellness retreats and digital detoxes became a thing, travelers and locals in Japan sought renewal at Japan’s mystical power spots. These are specific geographical locations — ancient shrines, dramatic coastal stretches, mist-shrouded peaks — believed to radiate a palpable, rejuvenating energy.  Power spots exist across the archipelago — including some of Japan’s most […]
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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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#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 →

適正服薬通知事業について

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会計年度任用職員（保健師）

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Otsuka RPG Day: Tabletop Roleplaying Games in Tokyo - Metropolis Japan

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Otsuka RPG Day: Tabletop Roleplaying Games in Tokyo  Metropolis Japan

D23 Spotlight Series: Tokyo DisneySea 25th Sparkling Jubilee - D23

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D23 Spotlight Series: Tokyo DisneySea 25th Sparkling Jubilee  D23

I Spent My Childhood Summers In Japan — Here’s How I Rediscovered Tokyo - Refinery29

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I Spent My Childhood Summers In Japan — Here’s How I Rediscovered Tokyo  Refinery29

I’ve Lived in Tokyo for 20 Years—Here’s My Top Travel Tip for Visiting the City - Travel + Leisure

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I’ve Lived in Tokyo for 20 Years—Here’s My Top Travel Tip for Visiting the City  Travel + Leisure

Yokocho in Tokyo: Where to Find the City's Food and Drink Alleys - GO TOKYO, The Official Tokyo Travel Guide

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Yokocho in Tokyo: Where to Find the City's Food and Drink Alleys  GO TOKYO, The Official Tokyo Travel Guide

Get the taste of the UK in Tokyo with 99 Flakes, meat pies, and Jaffa Cakes - Japan Today

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Get the taste of the UK in Tokyo with 99 Flakes, meat pies, and Jaffa Cakes  Japan Today

Forever Young To Close Career In Japan's Tokyo Daishoten - Yahoo Sports

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Forever Young To Close Career In Japan's Tokyo Daishoten  Yahoo Sports

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

US Soldier Is Arrested in UK on Suspicion of Spying for Russia

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The 41-year-old man, who was not named, was in custody pending possible charges after a joint investigation with the F.B.I. and U.S. military intelligence.

U.S. Received $12 Billion From Venezuela’s Oil, Report Shows

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The workings of a U.S.-controlled bank account shed light on how Washington manages Venezuelan revenue after capturing the country’s president.

First day of Ukraine peace talks constructive, Zelensky says

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Delegations from Kyiv, Washington and Moscow are in the United Arab Emirates for the first trilateral talks since February.

Malaysia's disgraced former PM leaves jail for house arrest after embezzling millions

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Najib Razak was convicted for his role in the billion-dollar scandal involving the 1MDB sovereign wealth fund.

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。

日中首脳会談 実現への調整不調

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米・露・ウの協議 9カ月ぶり再開

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「盗撮」→「法律で規制」が話題のAI眼鏡　海外では大ヒットなのに、日本での普及は限定的　国内での活用事例を探る(ITmedia NEWS)

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海外では「AI眼鏡（AIグラス）」を規制する動きが広がっている。AIグラスとは、カメラやAIとの会話機能、ディスプレイを備えた眼鏡のこと。文字のリアルタイム翻訳機能や歩行中のナビゲーション機能などがあ

KDDI、量子技術で混雑時の上り通信を改善　「低速になる頻度8割減」(CNET Japan)

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KDDIとKDDI総合研究所は11月10日、スマートフォンから写真や動画などを送る上り通信で、混雑時に通信速度が低下する頻度を約80％減らしたと発表した。量子技術を活用して基地局間の電波干渉を抑える設