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Imperial Succession: Can Stability Be Achieved by Insisting on Men in Paternal Line?

Imperial Succession: Can Stability Be Achieved by Insisting on Men in Paternal Line?

16:13 JST, May 17, 2026 Japan’s Imperial system, in which the throne has been passed down to members in the paternal line for 126 generations, is...

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Digital Wills: Aim for a Simple, Highly Secure System

Digital Wills: Aim for a Simple, Highly Secure System

14:55 JST, May 14, 2026 To whom will you leave your assets after death, and how? Inheriting property is an issue that many people face. With the...

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Drinking Alcohol and Dangerous Driving: ‘Just a Little’ Is Not Acceptable for Drivers

Drinking Alcohol and Dangerous Driving: ‘Just a Little’ Is Not Acceptable for Drivers

16:16 JST, May 11, 2026 There is no end to the serious accidents caused by drunk driving. In light of a planned legal amendment to strictly punish...

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U.S.-Philippine Joint Military Exercises: SDF Urged to Enhance Deterrent Power through Participation

U.S.-Philippine Joint Military Exercises: SDF Urged to Enhance Deterrent Power through Participation

17:59 JST, May 8, 2026 China, which has declared itself a “maritime power,” has repeatedly engaged in provocative actions in the East and South...

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Dangerous Infectious Diseases: Cooperation over Wide Area Needed among Designated Hospitals

14:59 JST, February 22, 2026 Now that international travel has become brisk, dangerous infectious diseases could enter Japan anytime. Many people...

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Security Services Law Unconstitutional: Do Not Restrict Career Choices for People with Disabilities

17:07 JST, February 19, 2026 It is unacceptable that people with disabilities are uniformly excluded from specific occupations. A legal provision...

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Japan’s Plan for Investment in U.S.: Aim for Mutual Development by Ensuring Profitability

15:23 JST, February 18, 2026 The Japanese and U.S. governments have started final discussions about the content of the first round of projects under...

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Riku-Ryu Pair Wins Gold Medal: Their Strong Bond Leads to Major Comeback Victory

15:29 JST, February 18, 2026 Spontaneous applause erupted from the arena and teammates who were cheering on the pair shed tears. It was a...

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Munich Security Conference: Japan Has Growing Role To Play in Rebuilding World Order

15:00 JST, February 17, 2026 The Munich Security Conference in Germany highlighted the division between the United States, which has abandoned its...

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Revitalization of Shipbuilding Industry: Counter Chinese, S. Korean Competitors through Technological Innovation

17:01 JST, February 16, 2026 Can Japan’s shipbuilding industry launch a counteroffensive and regain its position, having been overshadowed by...

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Reform of Retrial System: Diet Must Thoroughly Discuss Remedies for Wrongful Convictions

17:03 JST, February 15, 2026 The government has compiled a set of proposals for reforming the nation’s retrial system, which is intended to aid...

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Taiwan Chipmaker’s New Factory: Utilize Advanced Products to Boost Japan’s Competitiveness

16:43 JST, February 13, 2026 Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., the world’s largest contract chipmaker, has decided to produce chips in Japan...

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New CRA Leader: Ogawa Should Quickly Present Party’s Vision for Future

14:00 JST, February 14, 2026 How long will the members of the Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan and Komeito remain separated in the House of...

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Flu Cases Surging Again: Infection Can Also Be Prevented by Humidifying Indoor Spaces

16:39 JST, February 12, 2026 The number of flu patients has spiked again, reaching an alert level for the second time since November. The cold...

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