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Japan Halts Drug Prescription After 20 Suspected Deaths
Pharmaceuticals has warned doctors against prescribing Tefneos to treat rare kidney diseases. The warning was issued after reports found that 20 people in Japan experienced adverse effects.
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Japan Enacts Copyright Reform for Music Royalties
Japan has passed a copyright law reform that will ensure artists receive royalties for the use of their music abroad. The reform aims to provide compensation for international music usage.
Japanese Craft Fair 'Mori no Kogeishi' Concludes After 15 Years
The 'Mori no Kogeishi' (Forest Craft Fair) in Higashiomi City, Japan, will hold its final event from May 23-25 after a 15-year run.
TWS VR Concert Premieres in Tokyo
The VR concert for TWS's debut work has begun screening in Tokyo.
Asian Countries May Expand Military Capabilities
Several Asian countries are considering expanding their military capabilities.
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Japan to Regulate Social Media in Election Campaigns
Political parties in Japan have agreed to implement stricter regulations on social media platforms during election campaigns. This decision aims to address concerns about the influence of social networks in political discourse.
Google Phone App Launches In Japan
Google's phone app has launched in Japan, offering a voicemail feature called 'Take a Message'.
Bear Captured Near Aomori City Center
A bear that appeared in the commercial district near the prefectural office in Aomori City was captured after a trap was set.
Pokemon Airport Opens in Japan
A new airport, named the 'Noto Satoyama Pokemon With You Airport', is set to open in Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan on July 7, 2026.
Japan Startup Exposes Over 1 Million Passports
Japanese startup Reqrea inadvertently exposed over one million passports, driver's licenses, and selfie verification photos. This occurred after the company left its Tabiq hotel check-in system's Amazon storage bucket publicly accessible online.
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