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(睡眠用)英語で国内ニュース2026年5月27日(水) · 英語で国内ニュース

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Major Japanese companies have agreed to a record high average
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monthly wage increase of ¥19,964 this spring.
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This is the highest since 1976, Kate Onrin reported.
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The average wage hike rate is 5.46%, exceeding 5% for the
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third straight year. This strong trend reflects
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union's demands for inflation relief and company's efforts to
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secure workers. Prosecutors have sought A7 year
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prison sentence for a 26 year old man accused of fatally
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assaulting his three-year old son.
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The man allegedly punched his son, causing a severe liver
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rupture. The injury was comparable to a
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car accident. He reportedly abused the child
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for over a month due to stress. The defense argued for six
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years. Vermeer's Girl with a Pearl
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Earring will be exhibited in Osaka from August 21st to
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September 27th. This is likely the painting's
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last visit to Japan. Tickets go on sale June 1st and
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will be time slot specific with some sold via lottery same day.
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Tickets will be limited. The announcement has sparked
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online excitement, with many comparing it to concert ticket
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rushes. Typhoon #6 has formed and is
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currently moving N far South of Japan.
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Forecasters predict it will strengthen and could approach
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Okinawa next week. The Japan Meteorological Agency
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is urging residents to closely monitor future updates regarding
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the typhoon's path and intensity.
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Kagoshima Prefecture experienced intense rain around noon today
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due to unstable atmospheric conditions.
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The risk of linear rain bands has now passed.
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However, the ground in some areas remains softened from
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previous rainfall. The Japan Meteorological Agency
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is urging residents to continue exercising caution for potential
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landslides. A law to establish a national
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intelligence agency has been passed by the House of
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Counselors. This new agency aims to
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strengthen the government's intelligence capabilities.
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The bill received majority approval from several parties,
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including the Liberal Democratic Party and Nippon Ishin Nokai.
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Former Giants manager Shinoski Abe, 47, was arrested on May
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26th for allegedly assaulting his eldest daughter.
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He has resigned apologizing for family trouble.
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Reports indicate long standing family discord potentially
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linked to a past infidelity scandal.
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Abe was known for a lonely life and faced significant pressure
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as a team manager. Prime Minister Sanay Takechi has
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received a proposal to equip stalkers with GPS devices.
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She stated that effective mechanisms to protect victims
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would be considered. The plan suggests notifying
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victims when a stalker under a prohibition order approaches
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them. Challenges include miniaturizing
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devices and respecting perpetrators human rights.
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The trial for Rico Uchida, accused of killing a 17 year old
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girl in Hokkaido, revealed a naked apology video.
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Prosecutors allege Uchida confined the victim, forced her
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to apologize naked on a bridge, then pushed her into a river.
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The defense denies intent to kill.
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Recovered videos from the victim's phone showed her naked
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and apologizing with a trembling voice.
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A Fukuoka court ordered the city to pay ¥550,000 A teacher's
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insulting remark calling a student an octopus in 2018
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induced bullying and contributed to the students later suicide.
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The court found the remark inappropriate but no direct
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causal link to the suicide, which occurred 2 years later.
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The student developed social anxiety.
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Sukiva Shaka I no news this. A law establishing the National
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Intelligence Council has been enacted.
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This council will serve as the command Center for intelligence
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gathering and analysis. The government plans to launch
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its secretariat, the National Intelligence Agency, in July.
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Discussions will also begin on anti spy laws and a new external
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intelligence agency to strengthen intelligence
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functions. An attached resolution addresses
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opposition concerns about privacy.
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Typhoon #6 named Chan Home formed on May 27th in the
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Caroline Islands. It is expected to strengthen as
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it moves north. By May 31st.
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It is forecast to be a strong typhoon South of Okinawa.
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This typhoon may affect Japan in the coming days, so caution is
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advised regarding its future movements.
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Interviews are now mandatory for university comprehensive and
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school recommendation based admissions.
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Universities that used academic exams for these selections last
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year will have a two year grace period.
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The Ministry of Education issued this notification aiming to
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ensure selections are based on diverse criteria, not just
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academic tests. This reinforces the original
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purpose of these early admission types.
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In the Tochigi Prefecture robbery murder case, a man in
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his 40s suspected of being the leader may have fled to
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Southeast Asia. Investigative sources indicate
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he departed for China just days after the incident in Kaminikawa
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town. An arrest warrant has been
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issued for the suspect. Authorities are now tracking his
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movements. A former staff member of a Tokyo
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temporary protection facility has been arrested.
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He is suspected of sexually assaulting a 15 year old high
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school girl who was staying at the facility.
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These facilities house children under the care of child welfare
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centers. Police are also investigating
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suspicions of indecent acts against another elementary
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school girl. In an appellate court ruling,
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Amazon Japan was ordered to pay approximately ¥200,000,000 in
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damages. A company sued Amazon, claiming
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its insufficient response to counterfeit medical devices led
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to decreased sales. While Amazon was ordered to pay,
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the Tokyo High Court significantly reduced the
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compensation amount from the initial first instance ruling.
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The Nuclear Regulation Authority is considering introducing
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penalties for operators who submit false applications.
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This decision follows issues where Chubu Electric Power
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submitted fraudulent data regarding earthquake assumptions
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during the Hamoka Nuclear Power plant's review.
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The NRA announced this on May 27th, aiming to ensure the
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integrity of future nuclear plant assessments.
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A Japan Airlines flight from Hiroshima to Haneda on May 23rd
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was delayed by about 40 minutes. JAL announced today, May 27th,
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that alcohol was detected in a cabin crew member scheduled to
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work. The crew member had consumed
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more than the company's allowed limit the previous day,
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necessitating a crew change for the flight.
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The Osaka City Council has approved a proposal to establish
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a legal counsel for the Osaka Metropolis Plan.
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This plan is a key policy of the Japan Innovation Party.
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The council, which will draft the system, was approved with a
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majority vote on May 27th. It is expected to be formally
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established after approval by the Osaka Prefectural Assembly
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on June 3rd to. Give a business Conde non
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useless. Major Japanese companies saw a
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record high average monthly wage increase of ¥19,964 in this
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year's spring negotiations. This represents a 5.46% raise,
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exceeding 5% for the third consecutive year.
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Cadanrin's initial data from 103 companies shows this is the
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highest since 1976, driven by inflation and labor shortages.
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A law establishing a national intelligence council has passed,
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aiming to strengthen Japan's intelligence capabilities.
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This will speed up talks on a spy prevention law and a foreign
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intelligence agency. The council and its Bureau may
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be set up by July. However, concerns about privacy
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protection and parliamentary oversight remain unaddressed.
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Japan's agriculture and economy ministries held a first meeting
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with the food industry over naphtha supply concerns from the
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Middle East. Food industry groups expressed
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worries about future procurement and rising prices for
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containers. However, the economy ministry
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clarified that crude oil, a naphtha raw material, is
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expected to be stable until next spring, addressing a gap in
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understanding. The Chudo Reform Rengo party
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proposes a combined single member district and proportional
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representation system for House of Representatives electoral
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reform. This system would prioritize
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allocating proportional representation seats to parties
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that secured fewer seats in single member districts.
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This aims to balance representation and is a leading
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proposal for the reform. On May 27th, the Nikkei 225
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index briefly reached ¥66,000 for the first time during
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trading, rising over ¥1400. It closed at 64,999 yen 41 cent,
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up 3 yen 32 cent. The surge was driven by strong
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US tech stocks boosting Japanese AI and semiconductor related
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shares, though profit taking later occurred.
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The national average price for gasoline is 169 yen, $0.20 per
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liter, remaining unchanged from the previous week.
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This consistent pricing reflects current market conditions
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without significant fluctuations.
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Motor giant Nedek will propose removing the global group
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representative position previously held by founder
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Shigenobu Nagamori from its articles of incorporation at the
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June shareholders meeting. This follows a series of
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accounting and quality irregularities.
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The rolls duties will transfer to the president.
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Nagamori resigned from all positions by February.
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Governance reforms are also on the agenda.
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Tower Mansion owners are facing rapidly increasing management
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and repair reserve fees, sometimes reaching ¥100,000
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monthly in Tokyo. These fees for new tower
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mansions have risen significantly over a decade.
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This surge is due to developers initially setting low fees and
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the complex, costly nature of high rise repairs, which
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requires specialized methods instead of standard scaffolding.
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Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda stated that Japan faces an
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oil price shock due to Middle East tensions.
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He stressed the need to assess how wage increases and exchange
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rates affect price inflation. WEDA emphasized that central
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banks should not solely focus on oil prices, noting that past oil
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crises showed varied impacts on prices depending on underlying
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economic conditions. An.
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Amendment Bill for the Economic Security Promotion Act and
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related laws has begun deliberation in Japan's House of
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Counselors. This legislation aims to create
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a system supporting the overseas operations of companies vital
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for economic security. Key areas include information
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and communication technologies as well as port infrastructure
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development. Deva Sports and you saw what's
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dysmus? Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani was
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hit by a pitch near his right wrist during a game against the
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Rockies. A pinch hitter took his next at
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bat, however, his scheduled start as both a pitcher and
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hitter for the May 28th game. Japan time is not affected.
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Yomuri Giant's manager Shinoski Abe resigned on May 26th after
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being arrested for alleged assault on his daughter.
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He was later released. Reports indicate his 18 year old
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daughter used ChatGPT to describe the situation and based
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on its advice, contacted Child Welfare Services.
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Bushy Rd. announced on May 27th that it will transfer all its
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shares in New Japan Pro Wrestling to TV Asahi and Cyber
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Agent. Bushy Rd. had been the parent
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company since February 2012. The share transfer price is
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approximately ¥3.6 billion, marking a significant change for
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the wrestling organization. Bob Horner, known for his time
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with the MLB Braves, has died at 68.
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He left a strong impression in Japanese baseball in 1987, with
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the Yekolt Swallows hitting numerous home runs from his
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debut despite playing for only one season.
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The Japan Football Association announced the national team's
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World Cup squad numbers on May 27th.
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Ritsu Don will wear #10 and 20 year old Kesuke Goto will take
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#9. AO Tanaka will wear #7 which was
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previously assigned to the injured Keoru Matomo.
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White Sox player Muna Taka Murakami hit his league leading
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19th home run, A2 run shot in a game against the Twins.
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Despite his efforts to tie the game, his team ultimately lost
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in extra innings. Tiger Woods did not enter The
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Open Championship by the May 21st deadline.
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The final major of the season is scheduled for July 16th to 19th.
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This means Woods will miss all major golf tournaments this
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season. Nagasaki Velka defeated Ryukyu
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Golden Kings 72 to 64 in game three of the B League Finals.
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This victory secured their first championship with a 2 to one
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series win. It marks a historic achievement
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for the team, coming in their fifth year since joining the
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league. Yui Narumiya of INAC Kobe
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Leonessa has been named the Most Valuable Player for this season
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in the Dewey WE League, Japan's professional women's Soccer
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League. This marks her first MVP award,
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recognizing her significant contribution to her team's
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championship win. The Japan Professional Baseball
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Players Association might request the introduction of the
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automatic ball strike ABS challenge system, it was
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revealed on May 27th. The association's deputy
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secretary general stated that many players view the ABS
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challenge positively, which is already used in MLB this season.
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US Secretary of State Rubio stated an agreement with Iran
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could take days despite ongoing attacks. the US military
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conducted self-defense strikes while Iran reported shooting
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down a drone. Peace talks continue with
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Iranian officials in Qatar. Discussions reportedly include
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opening the straight 30 days post agreement.
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President Trump warned of a great deal or no deal.
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Israel announced killing Mohammad Ode, the new head of
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Hamas's military wing, in a Gaza attack on May 26th.
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This comes shortly after his predecessor's death.
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Israeli Defense Minister Katz stated Ode was sent to hell.
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Prime Minister Netanyahu and Katz vowed to eliminate all
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those responsible for the October 7th, 2023 massacre.
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Hamas has not yet commented. Israeli forces have expanded
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ground operations into southern Lebanon, crossing the Yellow
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Line withdrawal boundary despite an April 16th ceasefire.
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cross-border hostilities are intensifying.
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Prime Minister Netanyahu declared Israel and Hezbollah
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are at war, promising more attacks.
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Hezbollah reportedly attacked Israeli forces with drones and
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rockets, while Israel struck Lebanese towns and issued new
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evacuation orders. Russian President Putin signed a
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law permitting military deployment abroad to protect
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citizens arrested or prosecuted in other countries.
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This includes cases involving international judicial bodies
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not recognized by Russia, such as the International Criminal
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Court, which issued an arrest warrant for Putin.
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The Kremlin states the law aims to safeguard citizens rights.
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South Korea's Defense Ministry unveiled plans to develop its
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first domestically built nuclear submarine, launching by mid
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twenty 30s. This initiative counters North
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Korea's nuclear threats. the US approved the plan last October,
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which specifies using low enriched uranium.
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South Korea reaffirmed its commitment not possessing or
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developing any form of nuclear weapons.
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An explosion occurred at Nippon Dyna Wave Packaging AUS,
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subsidiary of Japan's Nippon Paper Industries, in Washington
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state. A chemical tank collapsed,
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resulting in at least 21 deaths and injuries.
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The company confirmed the incident on May 27th, stating
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that no Japanese nationals were among the casualties.
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Investigations into the cause of the accident are ongoing.
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In the US midterm elections, a Republican primary for the
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Senate in Texas saw a candidate backed by President Trump defeat
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an incumbent veteran. This significant win
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demonstrates President Trump's continued influence within the
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Republican Party, even amid fluctuating approval ratings.
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The victory in this key state is a notable development for the
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upcoming elections. North Korean media reported that
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leader Kim Jong Un supervised a launch test of tactical cruise
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missiles on May 26th. These missiles are equipped with
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artificial intelligence guidance systems.
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The test was conducted on the western side of the Korean
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Peninsula, showcasing North Korea's ongoing efforts to
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advance its military technology. Russia's Foreign Ministry
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announced that Foreign Minister Lavrov spoke with US Secretary
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of State Rubio by phone. During the call, Russia conveyed
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its plan to continue attacking military facilities in Ukraine's
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capital, Kiev. This decision follows Russia's
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claim that Ukraine has been targeting civilian
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infrastructure. The Quad foreign ministers
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meeting in New Delhi confirmed stronger cooperation on economic
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security, including critical minerals and energy.
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Japan, the US, Australia and India attended.
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They launched an energy security initiative and will establish a
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critical mineral supply chain framework addressing concerns in
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the East and South China Seas with China in mind.
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Bunka gain on your swords. TV Asahi President Shin Nishi
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apologized for inappropriate content on the variety show on O
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Channel. A talent was asked to name
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disliked celebrities. Mentioning Serena Suzuki, Nishi
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admitted the production team lacked consideration.
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Talent Ano, who had often expressed discomfort, announced
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her departure. TV Asahi is investigating the
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situation to prevent recurrence. Tau Okamoto, 41, became the
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first Japanese actress to win best actress at the 79th Cannes
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Film Festival for her role in Suddenly Feeling Unwell.
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She expressed the win doesn't feel real at a Tokyo press
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conference with director Ryuske Hamaguchi.
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She was unaware of her historic achievement, finding its
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significance still surreal. Economist Yusuke Narita, 40, is
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now managed by Kuro Neko. Duko Lipided, singer-songwriter
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Ringo Sheena's agency announced May 27th.
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Narita, known for his TV appearances, was previously
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independent. He holds a PhD from MIT and has
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held various academic roles. This new contract marks a
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significant step in his public presence.
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Kenshi Yonezu composed Yodaka as the theme song for the New
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Kingdom decisive Battle of Souls film.
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A trailer featuring the song is now released.
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This latest installment of the popular live action Kingdom
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series adapts the Coalition army arc depicting a massive war.
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Yonezu expressed honor in contributing to the successful
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movie franchise. Today, May 27th, marks Dragon
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Quest's 40th anniversary with an announcement video expected at
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10:00 PM. Fans anticipate updates for
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Dragon Quest 12, silence since it's 2021 reveal, and news on
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remakes, possibly for the Zenithian series.
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Square Enix's strategy to keep the popular franchise thriving
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in a competitive market is also a key focus.
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Osaka Shochi Kuza Theater closed after 103 years on May 26th,
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enriching Doton Bori's cultural scene.
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Manager Haidakunihiko thanked customers, calling them the
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star. Kabuki actor Nizaman Kataoka,
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82, spoke after the final performance, expressing
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gratitude for full houses and stating it's not over.
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Today, fans hope for a new Osaka theater.
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Shogi Master Soda Fuji, 23, a six crown holder, visited
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Iizuka, Fukuoka for a victory celebration on May 25th, 26.
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After defending his Majin title for the Zero, he toured the
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historic Kaho Theater built in 1931 and reopening in October.
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During the celebration, Fuji himself explained his famous
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poisoned Manju move. Female announcers are
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successively leaving Kansai's subkey TV stations.
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Kana Sato, 29, from Yomiri TV, announced her departure at the
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end of July. Earlier this year, Ruka Azuma
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and Sawori Masuda from ABC and Tamomi Takagwa from MBS also
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left their positions to pursue new paths, including freelance
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work. Actress Erica Sawajiri released
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Day Off, her first photo book in 20 years, sharing it captures
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her natural, relaxed and fun side.
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She chose all outfits and locations, even showing her bare
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face. Sawajiri reflected on finding
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her natural self. Her favorite photo shows her
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skin diving. Now 40, she aims for a
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challenging decade ahead.