Japan
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'Magnolias in space': why scientists have created the world's first wooden satellite
Under The Radar New Japanese probe could help tackle 'graveyard of space junk' encircling Earth
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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Japan is no longer the world's third-biggest economy despite its stock market peaking
Talking Points The country was overtaken by Germany after unexpectedly entering a recession
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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7 of the world's most unusual museums
The Week Recommends Yes, Beijing has a museum devoted to tap water
By Catherine Garcia, The Week US Published
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Top honeymoon destinations for 2024
The Week Recommends From black-sand beaches to big cat safaris, here are this year's most romantic post-wedding breaks
By The Week Staff Published
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The corruption scandal tearing apart Japan's ruling party
Under The Radar Prime minister Fumio Kishida has been at centre of country's 'biggest financial scandal in decades'
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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Take a Champagne-drinking tour across the globe
The Week Recommends Pop off at one of these seven Champagne-centric bars
By Catherine Garcia, The Week US Published
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How did Japan's earthquake compare to others across the world?
Today's Big Question Relatively low death toll a testament to country's preparedness, say experts
By The Week UK Published
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The Boy and the Heron: a final animated masterpiece from Hayao Miyazaki?
In the Spotlight Studio Ghibli's latest film from the Japanese director has topped the North American box office chart
By Arion McNicoll, The Week UK Published
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2023: the year of overtourism backlash
The Explainer People are traveling again … maybe too much
By Devika Rao, The Week US Published
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Niseko Village, Hokkaido: world-class skiing and service in Japan
The Week Recommends The Green Leaf and Higashiyama Ritz-Carlton Reserve hotels offer ski-in/ski-out access to Japan’s premier resort
By Jo Davey Published
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Tips and tricks for traveling to Tokyo
The Explainer Get to know Tokyo before you go
By Catherine Garcia, The Week US Published
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Japan's bid to dissolve the Moonies church
Under the Radar Controversy has snowballed since the death of Shinzo Abe
By Rebekah Evans, The Week UK Published
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Inflation vs. deflation: which is worse for national economies?
Today's Big Question Lower prices may be good news for households but prolonged deflation is ‘terrible for the economy’
By The Week Staff Published
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Fabulous foodie adventures in Peru, Japan and Australia
feature Featuring a Peruvian pilgrimage and foraging in the Volcanic Lakes and Plains
By The Week Staff Published
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