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Melon Sweets Fair Held in Tokyo
A sweets fair featuring Ibaraking, a specialty melon from Ibaraki Prefecture, is being held in 43 stores across Tokyo.
Influenza Cases Decline in Shimane Prefecture, Japan
Shimane Prefecture in Japan has reported a decrease in influenza cases.
Japan Self-Defense Forces Deployed to Forest Fire
The Japan Self-Defense Forces have been deployed to assist in fighting a forest fire in Misugi Town, Tsu City, Mie Prefecture.
Japan's Former Prime Minister Sōsuke Uno Dies
Sōsuke Uno, who served as Prime Minister of Japan, has died. He held the position for 68 days and resigned following accusations of stinginess towards a geisha.
Japan Earthquake Registers Magnitude 5.3
An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 5.3 struck Eastern Honshu, Japan. The event has not yet been reviewed by a seismologist.
SoftBank Concerns Grow Over Masayoshi Son's OpenAI Bet
Sources indicate growing internal concerns at SoftBank regarding Masayoshi Son's substantial investment of over $60 billion in OpenAI. Some within the company fear this investment concentrates too much capital into a single entity.
Four Arrested in Tochigi Robbery-Murder Case
Four youths have been arrested in connection with a robbery-murder case in Tochigi Prefecture.
Man Survives Bear Attack at Home
A man was injured in a bear attack outside his home. He encountered the bear when he went onto his porch and attempted to scare it away by making noise. A man in Mission survived a bear attack at his home. The incident occurred at his residence, and details about the severity of his injuries were not immediately available.
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Zootopia 2 Rental Price Reduced on Apple TV in Japan
The rental price for 'Zootopia 2' (Zootopia 2) has been reduced to 440 yen on Apple TV in Japan.
DIY Guide for Renovating Old Japanese Sliding Doors
A guide details the process of renovating sliding doors (fusuma) in the storage room of a 60-year-old traditional Japanese house.