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“George gets up and says, ‘Andy was not the first choice. There were seven guitarists and he was the seventh choice’”: Before Andy Fairweather Low joined George Harrison’s band, the Beatle was eyeing up Gary Moore and Alvin Lee

The prolific session player joined Harrison for his 1991 tour of Japan, but it turns out he was rather low on the pecking order when the Beatles legend came to assembling his band

Guitar World

Japan’s 18-year-old prince Hisahito pledges to fulfil royal duties ‘seriously’ at first press conference

Prince Hisahito is the only heir of his generation in the Japanese Imperial family

The Independent UK

Largest wildfire in decades rages in Japan as authorities warn it could spread

Blaze in Ofunato has spread through 2,100 hectares of land, damaged dozens of homes and forced more than 1,000 to flee

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Japan Battles Forest Fire, Evacuates Residents In Ofunato City

Forest fire in Ofunato, Japan causes significant damage, leading to evacuations. Authorities work to contain blaze amidst dry conditions.

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"Thank you, Monster Hunter": Japanese restaurant's sales jump after Monster Hunter Wilds gives millions of players a hankering for stretchy cheese

A Nepalese restaurant in Japan has seen a curious spike in cheese demand

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Dollar Tumbles on Euro Strength and Weak US Economic News

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Monday fell by -0.87%. Monday’s strength in EUR/USD undercut the dollar as stronger-than-expected Eurozone economic news boosted European government bond yields. The dollar extended its losses on weaker-than-expected US ISM and construction spending reports. The dollar recovered from its worst levels after a slide...

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Nissan Closes GT-R Order Books, Ending 18 Years of Sales

It’s all coming to an end for the Nissan GT-R. A notice posted to the automaker’s consumer website in Japan says the company has closed the order books for the iconic supercar. The GT-R has been disappearing from various markets since 2021, and production for the North American model ended…

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Dollar Falls on Euro Strength and Weak US Economic News

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is down by -0.95%. Today's strength in EUR/USD is undercutting the dollar as stronger-than-expected Eurozone economic news boosted European government bond yields. The dollar extended its losses on weaker-than-expected US ISM and construction spending reports. The US Feb ISM manufacturing index fell -0.6 to...

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Harry Styles completes Tokyo Marathon

Former One Direction star Harry Styles was among the runners taking part in the Tokyo Marathon in Japan on Sunday (02.03.25) and he finished with an impressive time.

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Japan fights a forest fire that has damaged dozens of homes and caused hundreds to evacuate

Japan is fighting a forest fire that has damaged dozens of homes and forced hundreds of residents to evacuate in a northeastern coastal city

The Independent UK

Japan's prince, the second in line to the throne, holds a debut news conference

Japan’s Prince Hisahito, the second in line to the throne, has held a debut news conference since he turned 18 last September

The Independent UK

Japan won't join UN meeting on nuclear weapons ban, citing support for US deterrence

Japan will not attend a U_N_ conference on the treaty banning nuclear weapons, a top government official in Tokyo said Monday, noting U_S_ nuclear deterrence is crucial to the country’s security and that its participation would send the “wrong message.”

The Independent UK

Black Box Diaries: Oscar-nominated Japanese documentary that may never air in its own country

Shiori Ito’s film about her own alleged sexual assault has been screened at over 50 film festivals and won multiple awards

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Kyogo admits he was 'depressed and frustrated' at Celtic over Japan snub

The Independent UK

Japan wildfire mapped: One dead and thousands evacuated as country battles largest fire in decades

Over 3,500 residents from over 1,300 households have been evacuated

TechRadar

The 6 most exciting cameras and lenses from CP+ 2025: from Sigma’s radical full-frame camera to Sony’s mega zoom lens

We pick out the true highlights of the CP+ 2025 photography show in Japan, including the Canon PowerShot V1 and Sigma BF.

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I Just Discovered the Japanese 'Way of Fragrance', and It Might Be the Purest Way to Make Your Home Smell Amazing

If you want take your ambiance to the next level, here's everything you need to know about the elegant art of Japanese home scenting

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Homes & Gardens

Best trees for a Japanese garden – plant these 7 species for beauty, balance and harmony, say expert landscapers

These trees will bring serenity and tranquility to your yard

Tom’s Guide

Tokyo Marathon live stream 2025: How to watch online from anywhere

Can record-breakers Benson Kipruto and Sutume Asefa Kebede do it all over again? How to watch 2025 Tokyo Marathon live streams from anywhere and for free.

The Independent UK

Japan's PM admits to being 'extremely nervous' as he swaps functionality for style at fashion show

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, known for his geeky image, wowed a fashion event with a surprise appearance in which he forego his usual business suit in favor of a more stylish look in a show of support for the “cool” Japan brand

PC Gamer

One of the best puzzle game designers is back with Kaizen: A Factory Story, a game about manufacturing Japanese consumer goods during the largest economic bubble in history

Zachtronics is dead; long live Coincidence.

The Guardian - AU

Directionless Matildas risk being left behind as Asian Cup rivals accelerate

Australia are paying the price for a delay in naming a new head coach with the 2026 continental showpiece on home soil now just a year away

The Guardian - UK

Ichiko Aoba: Luminescent Creatures review – nurturing music for bleak times

The cult Japanese singer-songwriter’s new album, inspired by the Ryukyu islands, is like a powerfully soothing sound bath

The Times of India

Why Japanese kids use THIS special school bag

Whenever we come across pictures of Japanese school kids, we might have noticed something unique about their school bags. These sturdy, boxy leather backpacks, called Randoseru, are more than just bags—they are a deep-rooted part of Japanese culture and tradition. Unlike regular school bags, these are built to last for…

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