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Japan Minister Apologizes for Rice Remark Amid Price Hike

Japan's farm minister, Taku Eto, has issued a public apology after a controversial statement claiming he “never had to buy rice” triggered backlash among citizens struggling with record-high food costs. The comment, made during a political fundraiser on Sunday, was first reported by Kyodo News and quickly went viral, amplifying public frustration over rising staple prices and government inaction. Retail rice prices in Japan have doubled compared to the previous year,

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19 May 2025 02:56 AM

Japan Minister Apologizes for Rice Remark Amid Price Hike

Japan's farm minister, Taku Eto, has issued a public apology after a controversial statement claiming he “never had to buy rice” triggered backlash among citizens struggling with record-high food costs. The comment, made during a political fundraiser on Sunday, was first reported by Kyodo News and quickly went viral, amplifying public frustration over rising staple prices and government inaction. Retail rice prices in Japan have doubled compared to the previous year,

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Japan sees surprise GDP contraction amid weak exports, US trade risk

Japan's economy contracted in the first quarter of 2025 for the first time in a year, and the decline was sharper than expected. This latest data highlights the fragile nature of the country's recovery, now under added pressure from anticipated US trade actions that threaten to weigh further on exports and consumer sentiment. According to newly released government statistics, Japan’s real gross domestic product (GDP) shrank at an annualized rate of 0.7% from January

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16 May 2025 07:56 AM

Japan sees surprise GDP contraction amid weak exports, US trade risk

Japan's economy contracted in the first quarter of 2025 for the first time in a year, and the decline was sharper than expected. This latest data highlights the fragile nature of the country's recovery, now under added pressure from anticipated US trade actions that threaten to weigh further on exports and consumer sentiment. According to newly released government statistics, Japan’s real gross domestic product (GDP) shrank at an annualized rate of 0.7% from January

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Japanese Fan Learns Telugu After Watching RRR, NTR Shares Heartfelt Moment

Man of Masses NTR, currently in Japan for the promotion of his upcoming film Devara, experienced a touching moment when a Japanese fan revealed she learned Telugu after watching the global blockbuster RRR. The fan expressed her admiration directly to NTR in fluent Telugu, surprising and moving the actor, who is a well-known lover of both cinema and languages.

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27 Mar 2025 09:19 AM

Japanese Fan Learns Telugu After Watching RRR, NTR Shares Heartfelt Moment

Man of Masses NTR, currently in Japan for the promotion of his upcoming film Devara, experienced a touching moment when a Japanese fan revealed she learned Telugu after watching the global blockbuster RRR. The fan expressed her admiration directly to NTR in fluent Telugu, surprising and moving the actor, who is a well-known lover of both cinema and languages.

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India Falls to Japan 0-3 in Badminton Asia Mixed Team Championship Quarterfinals

India’s Loss in the Quarterfinals: India’s campaign in the Badminton Asia Mixed Team Championship ended on a disappointing note as they suffered a 0-3 defeat against a second-string Japan team. The Indian squad, despite being the 2023 bronze medalists, struggled to find their rhythm throughout the match. The team fell behind early, losing the mixed doubles match, with Dhruv Kapila and Tanisha Crasto showing resilience but ultimately losing 13-21, 21-17, 13-

Sports & Games

14 Feb 2025 08:19 AM

India Falls to Japan 0-3 in Badminton Asia Mixed Team Championship Quarterfinals

India’s Loss in the Quarterfinals: India’s campaign in the Badminton Asia Mixed Team Championship ended on a disappointing note as they suffered a 0-3 defeat against a second-string Japan team. The Indian squad, despite being the 2023 bronze medalists, struggled to find their rhythm throughout the match. The team fell behind early, losing the mixed doubles match, with Dhruv Kapila and Tanisha Crasto showing resilience but ultimately losing 13-21, 21-17, 13-

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8 Japanese Health Habits for Sustainable Fat Loss

Practice "Hara Hachi Bu" The Okinawan principle of eating until you're 80% full helps prevent overeating, reduce calorie intake, and allows your body to register fullness, promoting sustainable fat loss. Prioritize Nutrient-Dense, Low-Calorie Foods The Japanese diet is rich in vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains, while being low in processed foods and refined sugars. These foods provi

Health & Wellness

31 Jan 2025 08:42 AM

8 Japanese Health Habits for Sustainable Fat Loss

Practice "Hara Hachi Bu" The Okinawan principle of eating until you're 80% full helps prevent overeating, reduce calorie intake, and allows your body to register fullness, promoting sustainable fat loss. Prioritize Nutrient-Dense, Low-Calorie Foods The Japanese diet is rich in vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains, while being low in processed foods and refined sugars. These foods provi

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"Space One's Rocket Launch Aborted Minutes After Liftoff"

Space One, a Tokyo-based space startup, faced another setback in its mission to develop Japan's domestic space industry when its second rocket launch was aborted minutes after liftoff. The Kairos No. 2 rocket, designed to carry small satellites into orbit, launched from Spaceport Kii in the Wakayama prefecture on Wednesday. The rocket's trajectory became unstable shortly after takeoff, leading to a termination of the flight about 10 minutes in. The mission, which carried five satellit

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18 Dec 2024 09:40 AM

"Space One's Rocket Launch Aborted Minutes After Liftoff"

Space One, a Tokyo-based space startup, faced another setback in its mission to develop Japan's domestic space industry when its second rocket launch was aborted minutes after liftoff. The Kairos No. 2 rocket, designed to carry small satellites into orbit, launched from Spaceport Kii in the Wakayama prefecture on Wednesday. The rocket's trajectory became unstable shortly after takeoff, leading to a termination of the flight about 10 minutes in. The mission, which carried five satellit

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Japan Minister Apologizes for Rice Remark Amid Price Hike

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Japan sees surprise GDP contraction amid weak exports, US trade risk

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Japan Minister Apologizes for Rice Remark Amid Price Hike

Japan Minister Apologizes for Rice Remark Amid Price Hike

Japan sees surprise GDP contraction amid weak exports, US trade risk

Japan sees surprise GDP contraction amid weak exports, US trade risk

Japanese Fan Learns Telugu After Watching RRR, NTR Shares Heartfelt Moment

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India Falls to Japan 0-3 in Badminton Asia Mixed Team Championship Quarterfinals

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