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Pokémon doughnuts pop up at Mister Donut, with a new gathering that’s bigger than ever

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The “Everyone Gather Together! Winter Pokémon Campaign” goes all out for the 30th anniversary celebrations. It’s become something of an annual tradition for Mister Donut to release a new Pokémon collection at the end of the year, with a different pocket monster taking centre stage as the star of the show. This year, however, for […]

Discount retailers known for massive bargains releases massive Japanese egg sandwich

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Don Quijote doubles up its “Peculiar Preference” sandwich. Japanese egg sandwiches have recently become an unexpected hit among the international foodie community, but within Japan, they’ve been a staple for generations. You really don’t have to go very far to find one, as just about every convenience store or supermarket stocks them. But if you […]

Putin Places Japan Tobacco Under Russian Control

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Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree placing the Russian operations of Japan Tobacco (JT) under the temporary management of a local company, effectively stripping the Japanese tobacco giant of control over its business in the country and prompting a formal protest from Tokyo demanding that the measure be immediately withdrawn. (News On Japan)

Typhoon No. 31 Accelerates Away From Japan

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As of 3 a.m. on November 6, Typhoon No. 31 (In-fa) was moving northeast across the Pacific Ocean east of Japan at 75 kilometers per hour and was expected to become an extratropical cyclone by Friday afternoon, although dangerous swells and high waves could continue along Japan's Pacific coast throughout the day. (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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Tokyo demands Moscow release seized Japan Tobacco assets - Japan Today

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Tokyo demands Moscow release seized Japan Tobacco assets  Japan Today

Art Week Tokyo’s Most Dynamic Event Is Tucked into the Pods of a Capsule Hotel - Observer

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Art Week Tokyo’s Most Dynamic Event Is Tucked into the Pods of a Capsule Hotel  Observer

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

Tokyo Tickets: 8 Tours Worth Comparing - Joe's Daily

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Tokyo Tickets: 8 Tours Worth Comparing  Joe's Daily

Fresno food nostalgia: Tokyo Garden saved by Libelula; Lauck's bierocks; Sweet Tomatoes - Fresno Bee

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Fresno food nostalgia: Tokyo Garden saved by Libelula; Lauck's bierocks; Sweet Tomatoes  Fresno Bee

Korean Restaurant Brands Push Into Tokyo and Texas - Seoul Economic Daily

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Korean Restaurant Brands Push Into Tokyo and Texas  Seoul Economic Daily

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell on potential Tokyo game: 'It's coming at some point in the near future' - Yahoo Sports

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NFL commissioner Roger Goodell on potential Tokyo game: 'It's coming at some point in the near future'  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

Guarded Optimism, and Some Jokes, in Ukraine Over Trump’s Midterm Wipeout

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Victory for Democrats could alter the course of peace negotiations and a war nearing its fifth year.

12 Planes in 12 Days: Pope Begins Major Latin America Tour, Weeks After Surgery

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Pope Leo XIV’s tour of Uruguay, Argentina and Peru is his first major trip since an operation on his lung last month.

White House denies Hegseth and Rubio to leave jobs after Republican election losses

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US media reports there are calls to replace Pete Hegseth, who also faces a possible impeachment vote, while Marco Rubio is rumoured to be eyeing a presidential run.

Trump signs order to preserve Oval Office as national monument

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The order comes after Trump made a series of big changes to the decor of the Oval Office and tore down the White House East Wing.

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。

石破氏ら採決退席 首相言及控える

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被害訴える元検事 検察は上意下達

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ドコモ社長が頭を下げた最大29万4,839回線の流出 口座番号も、診断になかった攻撃(ビジネス+IT)

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NTTドコモは11月6日夜、不正アクセスによる顧客情報の流出で記者会見を開き、前田義晃社長が謝罪した。流出は最大29万4,839回線で、本人確認書類の番号のほか、一部では口座番号も含まれる。攻撃者は複

ドコモ最大29万件超の顧客情報流出、「システム連携の隙」狙われる(ケータイ Watch)

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外部からの不正アクセスにより最大29万4839件の顧客情報が流出したNTTドコモ。複数のシステム間連携を悪用した手口により、実際には何が起きたのか。同社は現在、対策と原因究明を進めている。【この記事に