Until recently, it would have seemed unlikely that a Chinese combat fleet would sail so close to Japan’s eastern tip.
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In 2024, Italy’s fertility rate dropped to a historic low of just 1.18 children per woman.
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The shortage of toilet paper during the pandemic transformed this company and its invention into a national symbol.
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The Baby Boom generation is set to surpass the age of 75.
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A 38-hour blackout in Japan’s electronic toll collection system let nearly 1 million drivers pass without paying.
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In an increasingly digitized era, data consistency is essential, including for children’s names.
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The rise of “quiet quitting” among Japanese employees shows they prioritize personal well-being over work.
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The phenomenon generates significant revenue, making it a key component of Japan's GDP.
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To address the shortage of young workers, Japan is raising its retirement age.
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The crisis is forcing logistical and trade adjustments. It also raises questions about the viability of Japan’s food self-sufficiency.
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A Japanese manga published in 1999 warns of a natural disaster occurring in July. The prophecy is impacting tourism.
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In some places, rock-paper-scissors is played for fun. In others, exciting prizes are at stake.
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According to Japanese researchers, demographic extinction will be slow but inevitable in many world regions unless we change course.
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With its meticulous regulatory approach, Japan has become a policy laboratory that could inspire other countries facing the same dilemma.
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The 27-year-old Chinese student, who lives in Japan, was rescued twice in one week.
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A generation of Chinese investors is prepared to face the challenge of preserving and capitalizing on old Japanese buildings.
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Japan’s labor shortage has reached such an extreme that it has taken an unprecedented measure: paying men and women the same.
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What began in newly formed Chinese neighborhoods has now extended into one of Japan’s cultural strongholds: pop culture.
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The number of people who die alone and go undiscovered for weeks or even months is on the rise. This has prompted a growing industry devoted to clearing out their properties.
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The islands’ proximity to the Taiwan Strait and China’s increasing presence in the surrounding waters contribute to a sense of constant threat in Japan.
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