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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
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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 backlashThe 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 JapanThe Week Recommends The Green Leaf and Higashiyama Ritz-Carlton Reserve hotels offer ski-in/ski-out access to Japan’s premier resort
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Tips and tricks for traveling to TokyoThe 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 churchUnder 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 Australiafeature Featuring a Peruvian pilgrimage and foraging in the Volcanic Lakes and Plains
By The Week Staff Published
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North Korea launches 1,000km missile towards Japan after threatening USSpeed Read Pyongyang warned Washington of ‘shocking’ repercussions over alleged spy planes
By Arion McNicoll, The Week UK Published
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A Buddhist pilgrimage route in JapanThe Week Recommends Shikoku is known for its forested mountains and slow pace of life
By The Week Staff Published
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Japan's controversial decision to release radioactive wastewater into the PacificSpeed Read Japan plans to dump nuclear wastewater into the ocean with the disapproval of many
By Devika Rao, The Week US Published
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Company teaches mask-wearers to smile againfeature And other stories from the stranger side of life
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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Japanese vending machines to automatically offer free food in earthquakesSpeed Read Supply of nutritional supplements and drinks would be unlocked in the event of a major disaster
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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Japanese PM expresses sorrow for Korean colonial victims, but does not directly apologizeSpeed Read
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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