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Kang Han-na: A South Korean Poet Finds Her Voice in Japan’s Tanka

The South Korean poet Kang Han-na is the only foreign winner of an award for tanka, a Japanese poetic form with a history of over 1,500 years. She says that breaking down complex, tangled feelings into a short tanka can reveal surprisingly simple answers. An Unforget…
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https://www.alojapan.com/1542295/kang-han-na-a-south-korean-poet-finds-her-voice-in-japans-tanka/

Aichi Triennale 2025: The 14 Arab artists in spotlight at Japanese festival

The sixth Aichi Triennale opens in Japan this weekend under the artistic direction of Hoor Al Qasimi, president of Sharjah Art Foundation. Running from three venues until the end of November, the …
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https://www.alojapan.com/1366662/aichi-triennale-2025-the-14-arab-artists-in-spotlight-at-japanese-festival/

Book Review: Tokyo These Days by Taiyō Matsumoto

The manga industry in Japan produces thousands of new volumes each year, yet few turn their focus inward. “Tokyo These Days” does exactly that. In this Tokyo These Days review, Taiyō Matsumoto steps away from spectacle to examine the quieter, often overlooked realities o…
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https://www.alojapan.com/1492977/book-review-tokyo-these-days-by-taiyo-matsumoto/

Japan Airlines 767-300ER readies for departure at Narita

A Japan Airlines Boeing 767-300ER, registration JA617J, prepares for pushback at Tokyo Narita. The aircraft, delivered in 2007, recently flew to Guam, Honolulu, Hanoi, and Taipei. It re-entered service in 2021 after a brief storage period. Japan Airlines operates 24 Boeing 767-300ERs alongside Airbus A350s and Boeing 777…
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https://www.alojapan.com/1542253/japan-airlines-767-300er-readies-for-departure-at-narita/

Maya Yoshida gets send-off as Japan edge Iceland in farewell friendly

Koki Ogawa scored an 87th-minute winner as Japan signed off for the FIFA World Cup with a 1-0 friendly victory over Iceland in Tokyo for a sixth successive win, and a third in as many H2Hs. The hosts started slowly in the sweltering heat, with Zion Suzuki forced into an early save by Iceland’s D…
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https://www.alojapan.com/1492840/maya-yoshida-gets-send-off-as-japan-edge-iceland-in-farewell-friendly/

Japanese firms cut investment as war in Iran clouded outlook

Published Mon, Jun 1, 2026 · 12:22 PM [TOKYO] Japan’s biggest companies reduced capital spending in the first quarter, as corporate sentiment began to sag amid emerging uncertainty from escalating turbulence in the Middle East. Capital expenditure excluding software fell 3.5 per c…
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https://www.alojapan.com/1493031/japanese-firms-cut-investment-as-war-in-iran-clouded-outlook/

Imports of wood chips to Japan decrease 11% in April

Price for wood chips imported to Japan rose 4%. By Lesprom Network 00:38 / June 1, 2026 In April 2026, the average price for wood chips imported to Japan gained 4% compared to the previous… Access to market price trends and changes Insights on emerging market trends and opportunities Exclus…
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https://www.alojapan.com/1492951/imports-of-wood-chips-to-japan-decrease-11-in-april/

Japan Q1 capex growth stalls at near zero, raising risk of GDP revision lower

Japan’s Q1 capital spending rose just 0.047% year on year, sharply missing the 4.0% forecast and slowing from 6.5% in Q4, with an analyst warning the data points to a downward revision to Q1 GDP. Data post earlier, though I’ve duplicated below if you prefer: Als…
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https://www.alojapan.com/1493065/japan-q1-capex-growth-stalls-at-near-zero-raising-risk-of-gdp-revision-lower/

DIU shows North Korean missile components to Japanese parliamentary delegation

Specialists from the Defense Intelligence of Ukraine (DIU) showed components of a North Korean-made ballistic missile to Eisuke Mori, Speaker of the House of Representatives of Japan, and members of the Japanese delegation visiting Kyiv. As reported by Ukrinform, the DIU said t…
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https://www.alojapan.com/1541866/diu-shows-north-korean-missile-components-to-japanese-parliamentary-delegation/

Billionaire behind Japan’s tiny-room hotel empire bets on U.S.

Japan’s APA Hotels: The rooms are famously tiny, the amenities surprisingly lavish and the branding unmistakable. Now, the family-run chain that turned efficiency into a hospitality empire is betting it can export its uniquely Japanese formula abroad, starting…
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https://www.alojapan.com/1492995/billionaire-behind-japans-tiny-room-hotel-empire-bets-on-u-s/

Japan Supreme Court rejects welfare support appeal by Ghanaian national with chronic kidney failure because he is a foreigner

Siaw Johnson Kwaku, a 36-year-old Ghanaian undergoing treatment for chronic kidney failure in Japan, has lost a Supreme Court appeal challenging the rejection of his application for …
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https://www.alojapan.com/1542093/japan-supreme-court-rejects-welfare-support-appeal-by-ghanaian-national-with-chronic-kidney-failure-because-he-is-a-foreigner/

North Korea fired 2 suspected ballistic missiles off east coast, Japan and South Korea say

Aamir Latif 20 September 2026•Update: 20 September 2026 North Korea fired two suspected short-range ballistic missiles toward the East Sea on Sunday, said both South Korea and Japan. South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff said it detected the l…
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https://www.alojapan.com/1542145/north-korea-fired-2-suspected-ballistic-missiles-off-east-coast-japan-and-south-korea-say/

Japan publishes open-faced inari-zushi recipe — The Japan Times

In Japan, during the shinmai new-rice season, an open-faced inari-zushi recipe was offered — pockets of fried tofu filled with sushi rice and topped with fillings. As The Japan Times reports, shinmai is valued for its slightly sweet, nutty flavor and pleasantly springy texture. Origins…
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https://www.alojapan.com/1541864/japan-publishes-open-faced-inari-zushi-recipe-the-japan-times/

The Last Chivalrous Commoner – The Renowned Banzui Chōbē (1881)

May 31, 2026 (Kabuki In-Depth) – This week, the explore Kawatake Mokuami’s 1881 sewamono drama Kiwametsuki Banzui Chōbē (“The Renowned Banzui Chōbē”), revised in 1891 by his student, Kawatake Shinshichi III. Kawatake Mokuami, widely regarded as the last great playwright of the Edo period…
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https://www.alojapan.com/1492949/the-last-chivalrous-commoner-the-renowned-banzui-chobe-1881/

Weather Alert – Typhoon – U.S. Consulate General Naha, Okinawa, Japan May 31, 2026

Weather Alert – Typhoon – U.S. Consulate General Naha, Okinawa, Japan May 31, 2026  – U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Japan

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https://www.alojapan.com/1492890/weather-alert-typhoon-u-s-consulate-general-naha-okinawa-japan-may-31-2026/

Japan’s Centenarian Population Crosses 100,000 for First Time

Japan’s Centenarian Population Crosses 100,000 for First Time – Asian Community News


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https://www.alojapan.com/1542251/japans-centenarian-population-crosses-100000-for-first-time/

Japan’s Top Events in Summer 2026

Fireworks, flowers, traditional festivals, and exhibitions of everything from classic art to Tamagotchi are among our recommendations for Japanese events to enjoy in summer 2026. A Hot Time to Visit a Hot Tourist Destination While visitors come to Japan all year round, it is worth knowing that temperatures…
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https://www.alojapan.com/1493063/japans-top-events-in-summer-2026/

Football: Ogawa nets winner as Japan beat Iceland in World Cup send-off

TOKYO – Substitute Koki Ogawa scored the 87th-minute winner as Japan saw off Iceland 1-0 in their World Cup send-off match on Sunday. The 18th-ranked Samurai Blue were given a good test by 75th-ranked Iceland at Tokyo’s MUFG Stadium but made sure they depart for the tournament on a winning no…
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https://www.alojapan.com/1492863/football-ogawa-nets-winner-as-japan-beat-iceland-in-world-cup-send-off/

How Japan put Fiji under pressure in ‘special’ PNC Final triumph

Published: 35 minutes ago | 19 September 2026 20:43 CDT mens pacific-nations-cup Japan celebrate winning the Asahi Super Dry Pacific Trophy during the Asahi Super Dry Pacific Nations Cup final between Fiji and Japan at Prince Chichibu Memorial Rugby Ground on September 19, 2026 in Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by At…
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https://www.alojapan.com/1541903/how-japan-put-fiji-under-pressure-in-special-pnc-final-triumph/

Japan plans to build massive solar ring around the Moon for endless Earth energy

Japan plans to build massive solar ring around the Moon for endless Earth energy – Futura-Sciences May 31, 2026 4 min Japan plans to build massive solar ring around the Moon for endless Earth energy. ©Dr K Kar See also
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https://www.alojapan.com/1492920/japan-plans-to-build-massive-solar-ring-around-the-moon-for-endless-earth-energy/

Japanese sweet potato ice cream season! Häagen-Dazs and Muji take different paths to our hearts

Two completely different ways to make a delicious Japanese autumn dessert. Now that we’re into the back half of September, we’re ready to switch our sweets snacking into autumn mode. And just like how farmers are harvesti…
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https://www.alojapan.com/1542143/japanese-sweet-potato-ice-cream-season-haagen-dazs-and-muji-take-different-paths-to-our-hearts/

North Korea launches ballistic missile off east coast, Japan says

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https://www.alojapan.com/1542036/north-korea-launches-ballistic-missile-off-east-coast-japan-says/

Asian Games open with glitzy ceremony

REPUTATION UNDER SCRUTINY: The opening ceremony followed a troubled buildup as some delegations complained about accommodation and registration arrangements The 20th Asian Games on Saturday opened in Nagoya with a glittering ceremony of dance and fireworks following a buildup marred by operational gaffes and logistical problems. Five ye…
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https://www.alojapan.com/1542208/asian-games-open-with-glitzy-ceremony/

Moving to Japan Made Me Feel Out of Place and Not Like How I Look

Moving to a new country comes with plenty of adjustments, from language to social rules, but I didn’t expect to feel out of place in my own body.…
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Japan PM Takaichi’s approval rating stays at 62% after cabinet reshuffle

Politics Lengthy popularity streak nears mark held by Abe Approval of the personnel for the Liberal Democratic Party’s leadership and the reshuffled Takaichi cabinet reached 49%. (Photo by Ken Suzuk…
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https://www.alojapan.com/1542206/japan-pm-takaichis-approval-rating-stays-at-62-after-cabinet-reshuffle/

Economist Cites Me on Japan’s Anorexic Demand

Ethan Wu cites me in an Economist essay arguing that, despite rosy headlines, these three countries are “suffering from industrial rot.” He makes the following points: Northeast Asia’s export industries increasingly operate on two tracks. On one track, the boom in artificial intelligence is driving high-tech exports by …
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https://www.alojapan.com/1492918/economist-cites-me-on-japans-anorexic-demand/

FEATURE: Changing perceptions: Japanese schools embrace sunglasses beyond fashion

TOKYO – As strong August sunlight beat down outside, seven students at a private girls’ secondary school in Tokyo gathered around a classroom table, picking up and comparing several pairs of sunglasses to see which shapes and colors would best suit t…
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https://www.alojapan.com/1541901/feature-changing-perceptions-japanese-schools-embrace-sunglasses-beyond-fashion/

DEME JOM Lands Major Deal for Japan’s First 15MW Offshore Wind Turbine Installation

Through its Japanese joint venture Japan Offshore Marine (JOM), DEME has secured a contract for the Oga–Katagami–Akita Offshore Wind Project. The contract covers the engineering works and vessel charter for the offshore installation of 21 wind turbines under…
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https://www.alojapan.com/1493033/deme-jom-lands-major-deal-for-japans-first-15mw-offshore-wind-turbine-installation/

Japanese rice study highlights benefits of black and green varieties | Lifestyle

Researchers at Hokkaido University have studied japonica rice, a short to medium-grain variety often called Japanese rice, and found that pigmented varieties may offer more health benefits. The team e…
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https://www.alojapan.com/1478966/japanese-rice-study-highlights-benefits-of-black-and-green-varieties-lifestyle/

For a Japanese-Canadian squash pro, the Asian Games are personal

Erisa Sano Herring plays what she calls a high-speed game of physical chess. In squash, there are no nets, no quiet country-club crowds. Just two players enclosed in a glass box, trading shots until someone breaks. Born in Montreal to a Japa…
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https://www.alojapan.com/1541988/for-a-japanese-canadian-squash-pro-the-asian-games-are-personal/

Japan wins World Cup sendoff as coach Hajime Moriyasu says goal is to win title

Japan wrapped up its World Cup preparations in languid fashion on Sunday, needing a late goal from Koki Ogawa to grind out a 1-0 win in a friendly match against Iceland at a packed National Stadium in Tokyo. The Nordic i…
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https://www.alojapan.com/1492979/japan-wins-world-cup-sendoff-as-coach-hajime-moriyasu-says-goal-is-to-win-title/

MLB teams turn to pop culture as way to draw new fans to ballpark

It is a typical summer scene at the home of the Toronto Blue Jays. The sun is out, the retractable roof is open and a sea of blue-jersey-clad fans are cheering on the home team as they take on the Baltimore Orioles. But take a closer look, and you will see her everywhere. He…
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https://www.alojapan.com/1541990/mlb-teams-turn-to-pop-culture-as-way-to-draw-new-fans-to-ballpark/

SoftBank Group Dethrones Toyota as Japan’s Most Valuable Firm

Newsfrom Japan Technology Jun 1, 2026 17:31 (JST) Tokyo, June 1 (Jiji Press)–SoftBank Group Corp. became the most valuable Japanese company on Monday, ending Toyota Motor Corp.’s 22-year reign. On the Tokyo Stock Exchange, SoftBank Group’s market capitalization reached 48,784.8 billion yen, surpassing…
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https://www.alojapan.com/1493102/softbank-group-dethrones-toyota-as-japans-most-valuable-firm/

Honda Gold Wing: The Japanese Tourer Riders Buy Once And Keep For Decades

Long-distance riding has a brutal way of exposing every mechanical flaw in a motorcycle’s chassis. Strap a heavy bag onto a traditional cruiser or a top-heavy sport bike, and a simple weekend trip turns into a physical endurance test after three hours in the saddle…
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https://www.alojapan.com/1541944/honda-gold-wing-the-japanese-tourer-riders-buy-once-and-keep-for-decades/

Japan 1-0 Iceland: Ogawa’s late header caps off World Cup preparations

Koki Ogawa’s 87th-minute header saw Japan see off Iceland 1-0 in their final game before the World Cup. A low-key encounter at MUFG Stadium did not provide much excitement, but Japan, who are set to make their eighth consecutive World Cup appearance, got the job done in t…
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https://www.alojapan.com/1492838/japan-1-0-iceland-ogawas-late-header-caps-off-world-cup-preparations/

Japanese Still Crave Freshly Cooked White Rice

Japan Data Culture Food and Drink Jun 1, 2026 Rice remains an essential part of the Japanese diet, as 86.8% of people eat it at least once a day. Most Eat Rice at Least Once a Day A survey in Japan found that 86.8% of people consume white rice at least once a day. It [...]
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https://www.alojapan.com/1492861/japanese-still-crave-freshly-cooked-white-rice/

New Age | Japan spends $73b in yen interventions

Japan’s national flag flutters in the wind on the Bank of Japan (BOJ) head office building, Tokyo, Ja…
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Crab-themed complex aims to be new central Japan landmark, tourist hub

FUKUI, JAPAN – An interactive, crab-themed complex in Fukui Prefecture, central Japan, hopes to become a new landmark and attraction for visitors eager to learn more about the crustaceans. Designed to showcase the “fun, flavor, and fascination” of crabs, the Kani Factory is located in Tsuruga, …
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https://www.alojapan.com/1541946/crab-themed-complex-aims-to-be-new-central-japan-landmark-tourist-hub/

North Korea fires off two ballistic missiles

North Korea fired off a second missile from its eastern coast on Sunday evening, hours after it launched an apparent short-range ballistic weapon from the same area, Tokyo and Seoul said. The second missile splashed down in the Sea of Japan, outs…
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Fusion Worldwide Expands Its Presence in Japan with the Opening o

PORTSMOUTH, NH, UNITED STATES, June 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Fusion Worldwide, a leading global distributor of electronic components and open-market sourcing solutions, today announced the opening of its new office in Osaka, Japan, effective June 1, 2026. The expansion marks another strategic milest…
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https://www.alojapan.com/1492997/fusion-worldwide-expands-its-presence-in-japan-with-the-opening-o/

Endangered crested ibises return to Japanese wild decades after extinction

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