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β¨οΈ Wakayamaβs Kawayu Onsen Opens Free Winter-Only Riverside Bath
Kawayu Onsen in Tanabe City, Wakayama Prefecture, opened its winter-only βSennin Bathβ on the riverside on December 1.
Famous for hot spring water bubbling up from beneath the riverbed, the natural outdoor bath is free for visitors during the winter season.πππ
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π Nikkei Plunges 1.89% as Rate-Hike Expectations Rise
Japanβs Nikkei index dropped 950.63 points on Monday, closing at 49,303.28, falling below the 50,000 mark for the first time in two trading days.
Growing expectations of an early Bank of Japan rate hike pushed the yen higher, pressuring stocks. Profit-taking after last weekβs strong rally also contributed to the decline.π€π€π€
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ππ― Imperial Palace Kitanomaru Path Opens for Autumn Foliage Viewing
The Imperial Palaceβs Inui Street opened to the public on November 29 for the autumn foliage season. The special opening runs for nine days until December 7, with entry allowed from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Visitors can stroll along tree-lined paths where Japanese maples and trident maples are turning vibrant shades of red and gold.π€©π€©π€©
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ππ JR Kyushu Launches the βSuper Mario Trainβ
JR Kyushu held a departure ceremony on the 29th at Hakata Station for its special Super Marioβthemed train, created in collaboration with Nintendo. Mario and Luigi appeared on the platform, delighting passengers. Around 9:40 a.m., the train departed amid cheers, with children wearing Mario merchandise waving and smiling.πππ
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π€ Ayumi Hamasakiβs Shanghai Concert Canceled Amid Japan-China Tensions
Japanese pop star Ayumi Hamasakiβs concert, originally scheduled for November 29 in Shanghai, has been canceled. The Chinese organizer announced the news via Weibo on the 28th. Rising political tensions following PM Takaichiβs recent remarks on Taiwan have led to the cancellation of several Japan-related events in China.π«€π«€π«€
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π Odakyu Unveils βWater-Inspiredβ Romancecar Design for 2029
Odakyu Electric Railway has revealed concept images for its new Romancecar express train, set to debut in March 2029. Inspired by scenic rivers like the Tama River and water views like Lake Ashi with Mt. Fuji in sight, the design theme is βShine and Run, Romancecar.β The company aims to create a train that connects people, communities, and nature β like water bringing life to the land.πππ
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ππ―π΅ G20 Summit Adopts Joint Declaration on Opening Day β PM Takaichi Makes Her Debut
The G20 Summit opened on the 22nd in Johannesburg, South Africa, andβdespite U.S. President Trumpβs absenceβunexpectedly adopted its joint declaration on the very first day, announced by the host nation.βΌοΈβΌοΈβΌοΈ
The declaration warns that βuncertainty and fragmentation in the global economy are intensifying,β referencing the negative impact of high U.S. tariffs. This year also marks Prime Minister Sanae Takaichiβs first participation in the G20.βββ
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π―π΅β Protest Erupts Outside PMβs Office: βStop Inciting War!β
A citizensβ group gathered in front of Japanβs Prime Ministerβs Office on the 21st to protest PM Sanae Takaichiβs parliamentary remark that a βTaiwan contingencyβ could qualify as a survival-threatening situation allowing Japan to exercise collective self-defense.β οΈβ οΈβ οΈ
Protesters beat drums and shouted:
βTakaichi, donβt incite war!β
βWithdraw your statement now!βπ§π§π§
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π± Yen Slides Further as Both BOJ & Fed Stay on Hold
The Japanese yen continues to weaken. On Nov 20, the yen fell to the 157.5β157.9 per dollar range, the weakest level in 10 months.
With US December rate-cut expectations fading, the dollar is being bought again β pushing the yen lower.πππ
At the same time, markets remain doubtful that the Bank of Japan will raise rates in December.
Japanβs government has also shown limited intervention signals, making it easier for traders to sell yen.
Result: The βdo-nothingβ stance of both the Fed and BOJ is accelerating the yenβs depreciation.π½π½π½
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ποΈπ° Tokyoβs New Condos Average Over Β₯150 Million β Second-Highest Ever
New data released on the 20th shows that new condo prices in Tokyoβs 23 wards surged 18.3% year-on-year in October, reaching an average of Β₯153.13 million (β RMB 6.9 million), the second-highest level in history.πππ
Across the Greater Tokyo area, the average price rose 7.1% to Β₯98.95 million.
Rising land prices and strong sales of ultra-luxury properties in central Tokyo continue to drive the market upward.πΌπΌπΌ
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π± Yen Drops to Β₯157.5 per Dollar β Lowest in 10 Months
The Japanese yen continued to weaken on November 20, briefly falling beyond Β₯157.50 per US dollar, its lowest level since mid-January.
Markets reacted to concerns over Japanβs expanding economic stimulus package, expected to be approved on the 21st, raising fears of further fiscal deterioration.π
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Japanβs 10-year government bond yield also surged to 1.835%, the highest level in about 17 and a half years.π₯Ήπ₯Ήπ₯Ή
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π³οΈπ¨π³ China Cruise Cancels Planned Stop at Okinawaβs Miyako Island
Chinaβs cruise ship AIDAmar Mediterranea (capacity 2,680 passengers) has canceled its planned stop and passenger disembarkation at Hirara Port on Miyako Island scheduled for the morning of the 20th.
The vessel will remain anchored in the port and depart for China later in the day, according to Okinawa Customs on the 19th.πΆπΆπΆ
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β¨π― Japanβs National Treasure Temple Unveils Stunning 3D Light Show
The Shiramizu AmidadΕ in Fukushimaβdesignated a National Treasureβheld a preview of its new 3D projection light show on the 13th. Traditional motifs from the templeβs founding era were projected inside, creating a vibrant, immersive vision of the Pure Land Paradise.π₯³π₯³π₯³
The gardenβs autumn leaves are now at their peak, with illuminated ginkgo and maple trees glowing beautifully at night.
Public evening openings: Nov 14β16 & 21β24, 5:00 PMβ8:30 PM.πππ
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ππΊπΈ Toyota to Invest Up to $10 Billion More in U.S. Production
Toyota held an opening ceremony for its new battery plant in North Carolina on the 12th and announced plans to invest up to $10 billion in the U.S. over the next five years.πππ
Amid the Trump administrationβs push to revive American manufacturing, Toyota aims to strengthen U.S. production of hybrid and other electric vehicles.π€π€π€
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π± Yen Falls to Mid-155 Range Against the Dollar
The Japanese yen weakened in the New York forex market on the 12th, briefly hitting Β₯155.05 per USD β its lowest level in about nine months since early February.π«π«π«
The move came as investors bought dollars after the end of the U.S. government shutdown, hoping reduced uncertainty would improve the U.S. economic outlook.π€π€π€
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π Nippon Steel Says U.S.βJapan Tariff Deal Will Boost U.S. Steel Performance
Nippon Steel Vice Chairman Takahiro Mori said in an interview that the $550 billion U.S.βJapan tariff agreement will help strengthen the performance of U.S. Steel, which became a wholly owned subsidiary in June.
He also clarified that Nippon Steel will not join the new investment framework, stating that the company will focus its resources on the investments it already promised to the U.S. government during the acquisition.π€π€π€
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π¬ βWork, Work, Workβ Chosen as Japanβs Trending Buzzword of the Year
The phrase βWork, work, workβ has been selected as one of Japanβs top buzzwords of the year, reflecting growing public discussion about overwork, long hours, and the nationβs shifting work-life balance.π«₯π«₯π«₯
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ππ―π΅ Japanβs Prince Akishino Turns 60
Prince Akishino marked his 60th birthday on the 30th. At a press conference held at the Akasaka Estate in Tokyo ahead of the occasion, he reflected on the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, saying it is βa moment to once again remember the past war and think about the importance of preserving a peaceful society.β
He added that βlearning from past lessons and ensuring such a tragedy never happens again is something each of us must reaffirm.βπ¦π¦π¦
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πβ¨ Giant Christmas Tree Lights Up Hakodate Bay
A 20-meter-tall Christmas tree set on a barge in Hakodate Port lit up on the evening of the 29th. Around 150,000 LED lights glowed in red and green, drawing cheers from the crowd gathered in front of the iconic Red Brick Warehouses.β¨β¨β¨
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π» Giant Brown Bear Captured in Hokkaido β Weighed 380kg!
On November 25, a massive 380kg male brown bear was captured and euthanized in Tomamae Town, Hokkaido. The bear, measuring about 1.9 meters long, had been sighted repeatedly since summer, stealing cattle feed and evading traps. Officials believe this is the same giant bear theyβve been tracking for months.π«£π«£π«£
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π―π΅ Opposition Party Urges PM to Ease China Tensions
Noda, leader of Japanβs Constitutional Democratic Party, criticized Prime Minister Takaichiβs remarks on Taiwan, saying they worsened Japan-China ties. He urged her to clarify Japanβs official stance and improve relations.π€‘π€‘π€‘
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ππ― Kiyomizu-dera Lights Up for Autumn Night Viewing
Kyotoβs iconic Kiyomizu-dera Temple held a lighting rehearsal on the 21st ahead of its annual autumn night viewing event. The illuminated Kiyomizu Stage and glowing red maple leaves transformed the ancient capital into a magical night scene.πππ
Around 1,000 trees were lit with warm orange lights, while a single blue beamβsymbolizing the compassion of Kannon Bodhisattvaβadded a mystical touch to the atmosphere.β¨β¨β¨
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π―π΅β Okinawa High School Study Trip to Shanghai Canceled
Okinawaβs Board of Education announced that a planned two-week student exchange program for about 20 high school students to visit schools in Shanghai from Nov. 29 has been canceled.π΅βπ«π΅βπ«π΅βπ«
Chinese organizers informed Okinawa on Nov. 18 that they were unable to host the group, with no detailed reason provided.
Officials believe the decision may be linked to recent JapanβChina tensions.βββ
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πΊπΈπ€π―π΅ US Ambassador Voices Strong Support for Japan
US Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel Glass said on the 20th that Chinaβs suspension of Japanese seafood imports is βtypical economic coercion.β
He expressed full support for Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and Japanβs fishing industry.πππ
After meeting with Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi, Glass told reporters that the US will stand with Japan in its defense, including over the Senkaku Islands, adding:
βThe JapanβUS alliance will not waver.βπ₯π₯π₯
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π Fukushima Treated Water Release Exceeds 120,000 Tons β No Abnormalities Detected
Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO) has released a total of about 125,000 tons of treated water from the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant since discharge began in August 2023.
The IAEA, along with overseas experts including those from China, has monitored both the treated water and local marine products, and no abnormalities have been found to date.πππ
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π«π¨π³ China Halts Imports of Japanese Seafood
China has notified Japan that it will stop importing Japanese seafood, according to reports on November 19.
Japanβs Ministry of Agriculture confirmed it received the notice from Beijing that morning.π€π€π€
The move is believed to be a response to Prime Minister Sanae Takaichiβs recent remarks in parliament regarding a potential βTaiwan contingency,β which drew dissatisfaction from the Chinese government.πππ
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ππ―π΅ Nikkei Plunges 1.77% as U.S. Market Sell-Off Hits Tokyo
The Nikkei closed down 905.3 points on the 14th, finishing at 50,376.53 β a 1.77% drop.
A sharp overnight decline in U.S. stocks triggered heavy selling in Tokyo, especially in major semiconductor shares. The index at one point sank over 1,000 points during the session.πππ
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βοΈπ―π΅ Widow Akie Abe Shares Grief at 7th Trial Hearing
At the 7th hearing of the trial for Tetsuya Yamagami β charged with murdering former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe β the Nara District Court presented a written statement from Abeβs widow, Akie Abe.
Prosecutors read her words expressing deep sorrow, noting she had wished her husband βcould live to 100.βπππ
Akie wrote about the pain of losing him:
βDuring the first-year memorial service, I cried uncontrollably, thinking, βWhy isnβt he here?ββ
She did not appear in court.π₯²π₯²π₯²
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ποΈπ Luxury Rental Apartments Surge in Central Tokyo
Developers are expanding the supply of high-end rental apartments in central Tokyoβs redevelopment districts, driven by strong demand from affluent residents seeking convenient access to business, entertainment, and workplaces.
These properties offer premium services β including multilingual concierge support β attracting many corporate executives and entrepreneurs, including foreign residents.π²π²π²
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π Nikkei Rises 0.43% as TOPIX Hits Record High for 2nd Day
Tokyo stocks climbed again on the 13th, with the Nikkei rising 218.52 points to 51,281.83 (+0.43%). Market sentiment improved after the U.S. government ended its shutdown, easing economic uncertainty. A weaker yen also boosted Japanese shares.π₯π₯π₯
The TOPIX gained 22.39 points to 3,381.72 (+0.67%), marking new record highs both intraday and at closing for the second straight day. Total trading volume reached about 2.47 billion shares.πππ
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