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#japan

Barcelona will play a preseason game in Japan that they had previously said was cancelled after resolving a contractual dispute with the promoter. This friendly is against Vissel Kobe on Sunday.

Tool will perform a concert in Honolulu on December 19th, their first show in Hawaii in nearly 15 years, at the Blaisdell Arena.

The far-right Sanseito party significantly expanded its presence in Japan's upper house election, capitalizing on nationalist rhetoric and anti-immigration sentiments amid economic challenges.

Sanseito's rise in popularity is attributed to its focus on a Japanese-first agenda and its ability to resonate with an electorate feeling the economic pinch.

The craft gin movement experienced an explosive rise in the 2010s, with bars dramatically increasing their gin selections, offering hundreds of varieties from diverse producers.

As Japan sweltered through unusually high early-July temperatures, concern is growing for the health of millions of schoolchildren who play outdoor sports, after a grim forecast outlined in a recent report.

Authorities in Japan are currently on the lookout for a missing hunter last seen in Hokkaido, near a bear sighting. His rifle and bloodstains were found nearby.

Starting August 9, McDonald's Japan will be giving out an exclusive Pikachu card with art depicting the little yellow guy about to chow down on a hamburger.

In Japan, vending machines offer an array of items far beyond typical snacks, including hot ramen, ice cream, fresh juices, and fruits.

The Baby Body Burger from Burger King weighs nearly 680g and contains 1,876 calories, designed in collaboration with the Japan Sumo Association for a wrestling tournament.

The system aims to stave off devastation like that of 2011 when a relentless six-minute-long temblor was followed by a 130-foot tsunami that reached speeds of 435 miles per hour.

Sean Stephenson, an 18-year-old from Charlton, was arrested at Tokyo International Airport on June 21 on suspicion of drug smuggling. He was allegedly found with over a kilo of methamphetamine.

The naming law created confusion for researchers obtaining patents, academic qualifications, applying for research grants, and caused problems when travelling and attending academic conferences.

Micheál Martin and Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba focused on collaboration in security, particularly regarding the protection of undersea cables, during their trade discussions in Tokyo.

Hiroshima's city assembly swiftly passed a resolution condemning remarks that justify the use of atomic bombs, while survivors held a small protest at the Hiroshima Peace Memorial.

The Kawasaki Korean School, designed by Taiga Kasai and Chong Aehyang, encapsulates cultural heritage for Koreans living in Japan, fostering education and community.

Shimizu works for Momuri, a Tokyo-based 'resignation company' whose agents quit jobs on behalf of clients who want to avoid the uncomfortable conversation.

I have great respect for Japan, they won't take our RICE, and yet they have a massive rice shortage.

"Given the situation there is no way we can host plane arrivals now," Nagai told AFP that day.

Foxconn's reported deal to supply all-electric buses to Mitsubishi Fuso marks a strategic move into the electric bus segment as competition intensifies in Japan.

Archaeologists have 'drawn lines' showing how Stone-Age seafarers could have discovered the southernmost islands of Japan, travelling northeast from Taiwan.

Kim Jong-il's admission of North Korea abducting Japanese citizens shocked Japan, but unresolved issues and false remains complicate relations further.

The test was completed successfully, the first time Honda landed a rocket after reaching an altitude of nearly 300 meters (1,000 feet).

Japan's government is proactively creating a favorable research environment by investing ¥100 billion to attract international researchers, particularly those from the US.

The Hot Honey Oriental Mango & Tea Frappuccino marks the first spicy Frappuccino from Starbucks Japan, combining tropical fruit and floral tea with a gradual heat.

Super Rizin 4 will showcase three championship bouts, including title defenses and former champions, on July 27 in Saitama, Japan.

The Socceroos have secured consecutive World Cup qualifying victories, culminating in a lively 5-1 win against Indonesia, aiming to solidify their position in Group C.

The E-Isolation facility uniquely incorporates a seismic isolation testing system, making it the first of its kind worldwide, aimed at boosting Japan's earthquake resilience.

Every night around 6pm, chefs wheel up and put together these yatai stalls along the city's downtown streets. A bustling nightlife scene emerges as patrons crowd into the tiny sidewalk restaurants.

In recent years, the Gotō Islands have drawn urban transplants from Osaka, Tokyo, and Fukuoka who are seeking a more relaxed pace of life.