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BUMP OF CHICKEN releases album “Iris” for the first time in 5 years; dome tour starts in September (video included) – Music Natalie -
“Hokkaido TEA” was born from the leaves of wine grapes that would otherwise be thrown away. Production begins in 2023. | Press release from PATTERN PLANNING Co., Ltd. -
New drama “Graduation” starring Jung Ryeo-won and Wi Ha-joon will be exclusively distributed in Japan for the first time on U-NEXT from May 11th! – Kstyle -
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“Hokkaido TEA” was born from the leaves of wine grapes that would otherwise be thrown away. Production begins in 2023. | Press release from PATTERN PLANNING Co., Ltd.

“Hokkaido TEA” was born from the leaves of wine grapes that would otherwise be thrown away. Production begins in 2023. | Press release from PATTERN PLANNING Co., Ltd.

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Information on the completion of the purification site and flower festival status at Kinjasui Shrine | Press release from Kinjasui Shrine

Information on the completion of the purification site and flower festival status at Kinjasui Shrine | Press release from Kinjasui Shrine

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Supercell announces the long-awaited new game for the first time in over 5 years! “Squad Busters” will be distributed worldwide from Wednesday, May 29, 2024 | Supercell Oy press release

Supercell announces the long-awaited new game for the first time in over 5 years! “Squad Busters” will be distributed worldwide from Wednesday, May 29, 2024 | Supercell Oy press release

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Announcement of sales start of “Leben Miyazaki ONE TOWER” | Kagoshima/Kyushu Press Release | Minami Nippon Shimbun

Announcement of sales start of “Leben Miyazaki ONE TOWER” | Kagoshima/Kyushu Press Release | Minami Nippon Shimbun

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Nana Komatsu, first public appearance after giving birth to her first child, smiles and bows to the blessings of the press | ORICON NEWS

Nana Komatsu, first public appearance after giving birth to her first child, smiles and bows to the blessings of the press | ORICON NEWS

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Is this a masterpiece? Or is it a lost item? The Suntory Museum of Art’s unknown treasured collections are now available. “Suntory Museum of Art Collection Exhibition Masterpieces and Lost Items” opens | JBpress autograph

Is this a masterpiece? Or is it a lost item? The Suntory Museum of Art’s unknown treasured collections are now available. “Suntory Museum of Art Collection Exhibition Masterpieces and Lost Items” opens | JBpress autograph

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“Hog Sealand Presented by Pip Electric Van” will be held at Dadway Play Studio Yokohama on May 4th and 5th | Press release from Dadway Co., Ltd.

“Hog Sealand Presented by Pip Electric Van” will be held at Dadway Play Studio Yokohama on May 4th and 5th | Press release from Dadway Co., Ltd.

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“Mitsui Outlet Park Okazaki (tentative name)” has approximately 170 stores, Aichi Prefecture’s first full-fledged outlet mall – Fashion Press

“Mitsui Outlet Park Okazaki (tentative name)” has approximately 170 stores, Aichi Prefecture’s first full-fledged outlet mall – Fashion Press

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Announcement of sales start of “Leben Miyazaki ONE TOWER” | Press release from MIRARTH Holdings Co., Ltd.

Announcement of sales start of “Leben Miyazaki ONE TOWER” | Press release from MIRARTH Holdings Co., Ltd.

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HELP YOU will exhibit at Japan’s largest exhibition “Startup JAPAN EXPO 2024” | Kagoshima/Kyushu Press Release | Minami Nippon Shimbun

HELP YOU will exhibit at Japan’s largest exhibition “Startup JAPAN EXPO 2024” | Kagoshima/Kyushu Press Release | Minami Nippon Shimbun

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“Mitsui Outlet Park Okazaki” to open in fall 2025, first in Aichi Prefecture – Impress Watch

“Mitsui Outlet Park Okazaki” to open in fall 2025, first in Aichi Prefecture – Impress Watch

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Next-generation credit card “Nudge” launches club featuring female saxophone quartet x YouTuber “Green Ray Saxophone Quartet” | Press release from Nudge Co., Ltd.

Next-generation credit card “Nudge” launches club featuring female saxophone quartet x YouTuber “Green Ray Saxophone Quartet” | Press release from Nudge Co., Ltd.

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Yen exchange rate one step closer to intervention point; Governor Ueda’s press conference suggests a return in September 2022 – Bloomberg

Yen exchange rate one step closer to intervention point; Governor Ueda’s press conference suggests a return in September 2022 – Bloomberg

Business
[House of Representatives by-election and the drifting Liberal Democratic Party]Shimane 1st Ward will be the only showdown between the ruling and opposition parties, and our Fumio Kishida, who is about to inadvertently decide to disband[Ichiro Yamamoto’s “Burning Business”]Miscellaneous thoughts on the perishing regions and politics in confusion (1 /4) | JBpress

[House of Representatives by-election and the drifting Liberal Democratic Party]Shimane 1st Ward will be the only showdown between the ruling and opposition parties, and our Fumio Kishida, who is about to inadvertently decide to disband[Ichiro Yamamoto’s “Burning Business”]Miscellaneous thoughts on the perishing regions and politics in confusion (1 /4) | JBpress

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[iPhone 8 to iPhone 14]How to enter and release recovery mode | AnyFix 2.2.4.2 announced | iMobie Inc. press release

[iPhone 8 to iPhone 14]How to enter and release recovery mode | AnyFix 2.2.4.2 announced | iMobie Inc. press release

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LION x Japan Dental Association special event held at Kidzania Tokyo | Press Release | Okinawa Times + Plus

LION x Japan Dental Association special event held at Kidzania Tokyo | Press Release | Okinawa Times + Plus

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LION x Japan Dental Association special event held at Kidzania Tokyo | Japan Dental Association Press Release | Kyodo News PR Wire

LION x Japan Dental Association special event held at Kidzania Tokyo | Japan Dental Association Press Release | Kyodo News PR Wire

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“Nijisanji Servant Voice” will be on sale from 18:00 on Wednesday, May 1, 2024! | Press release from ANYCOLOR Co., Ltd.

“Nijisanji Servant Voice” will be on sale from 18:00 on Wednesday, May 1, 2024! | Press release from ANYCOLOR Co., Ltd.

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“Duffy Bus” on display in Aichi and Yamagata – Touch the “fluffy” body made of the same material as the stuffed toy and take photos – Fashion Press

“Duffy Bus” on display in Aichi and Yamagata – Touch the “fluffy” body made of the same material as the stuffed toy and take photos – Fashion Press

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Deloitte Deloitte Tohmatsu Survey, Japanese economy, businesspeople perceive Japanese companies as having low competitiveness | Press Release | Okinawa Times + Plus

Deloitte Deloitte Tohmatsu Survey, Japanese economy, businesspeople perceive Japanese companies as having low competitiveness | Press Release | Okinawa Times + Plus

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CyberAgent’s financial results, media business turns profitable for the first time since ABEMA launch – Impress Watch

CyberAgent’s financial results, media business turns profitable for the first time since ABEMA launch – Impress Watch

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Mai Kuraki is emotional 25 years since her debut in Japan, “I can’t express it in words.” Also on display is the autograph she wrote for the first time when she was 17 years old | ORICON NEWS

Mai Kuraki is emotional 25 years since her debut in Japan, “I can’t express it in words.” Also on display is the autograph she wrote for the first time when she was 17 years old | ORICON NEWS

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Apple Arcade “Puyo Puyo Puzzle Pop” first update will be released on April 25th (Thursday)! New map “Challenge Dungeon”, new rule “Pair Score Attack”, 6 characters, new story, etc. added! | SEGA Co., Ltd. press release

Apple Arcade “Puyo Puyo Puzzle Pop” first update will be released on April 25th (Thursday)! New map “Challenge Dungeon”, new rule “Pair Score Attack”, 6 characters, new story, etc. added! | SEGA Co., Ltd. press release

Technology
Foreign Capital Job Hunting.com will hold an online joint briefing session “Foreign Capital Job Hunting Live Spring 2024”! | Press release from Howe Television Co., Ltd.

Foreign Capital Job Hunting.com will hold an online joint briefing session “Foreign Capital Job Hunting Live Spring 2024”! | Press release from Howe Television Co., Ltd.

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Iran and Israel were actually good friends, but why did the chain of hatred that developed into a direct attack on their territory start? (1/4) | JBpress

Iran and Israel were actually good friends, but why did the chain of hatred that developed into a direct attack on their territory start? (1/4) | JBpress

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If there is free competition, taxi companies will be driven out, the ideal situation required after the lifting of the Japanese version of the ride-sharing ban[StraightTalk]A transportation economics expert talks about the significance and challenges of the Japanese version of ride-sharing (1/4) | JBpress (JB Press)

If there is free competition, taxi companies will be driven out, the ideal situation required after the lifting of the Japanese version of the ride-sharing ban[StraightTalk]A transportation economics expert talks about the significance and challenges of the Japanese version of ride-sharing (1/4) | JBpress (JB Press)

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Birth of “SHIBUYA TSUTAYA” Shibuya’s new landmark goes from rental to IP – Impress Watch

Birth of “SHIBUYA TSUTAYA” Shibuya’s new landmark goes from rental to IP – Impress Watch

Live Style
What Japan needs now is leadership, not management skills (1/4) | JBpress

What Japan needs now is leadership, not management skills (1/4) | JBpress

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The book “Bluetooth Wirelessization Course – Basics, development know-how, common troubles and countermeasures taught by professionals” will be on sale from April 24th (Wednesday) | Press release from Musen Connect Co., Ltd.

The book “Bluetooth Wirelessization Course – Basics, development know-how, common troubles and countermeasures taught by professionals” will be on sale from April 24th (Wednesday) | Press release from Musen Connect Co., Ltd.

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A Kumamoto company is bringing about sustainability agricultural reform in Osaka! _Kyushu/Miyazaki Press Release – Miyanichi e-press

A Kumamoto company is bringing about sustainability agricultural reform in Osaka! _Kyushu/Miyazaki Press Release – Miyanichi e-press

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“Star Wars” items gather at Parco stores nationwide, with approximately 100 types of apparel and miscellaneous goods from popular brands – Fashion Press

“Star Wars” items gather at Parco stores nationwide, with approximately 100 types of apparel and miscellaneous goods from popular brands – Fashion Press

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Shokz collaborates with OpenComm2 UC and OpenComm2 on Fuji TV drama “Blue Moment” | Press release from Shokz Japan Co., Ltd.

Shokz collaborates with OpenComm2 UC and OpenComm2 on Fuji TV drama “Blue Moment” | Press release from Shokz Japan Co., Ltd.

Technology
“GORA BREWERY PUBLIC HOUSE” pre-opens on May 3rd, offering beer brewed with Hakone’s natural water and dishes made with local ingredients in a casual setting | Press release from Odakyu Electric Railway Co., Ltd.

“GORA BREWERY PUBLIC HOUSE” pre-opens on May 3rd, offering beer brewed with Hakone’s natural water and dishes made with local ingredients in a casual setting | Press release from Odakyu Electric Railway Co., Ltd.

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I saw SHIBUYA TSUTAYA. All floors have been renovated without rentals – Impress Watch

I saw SHIBUYA TSUTAYA. All floors have been renovated without rentals – Impress Watch

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[Sagamihara City]Recruiting city company participants for the open innovation program “Sagamihara Innovation Gate” | Press release from Sagamihara City Hall

[Sagamihara City]Recruiting city company participants for the open innovation program “Sagamihara Innovation Gate” | Press release from Sagamihara City Hall

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“WHATAWON”, a large complex in Kishiwada, Osaka, announces 11 stores in “Shoreditch High Street”, a shopping area inspired by Britain’s Box Park, as the third store opening | Press release (Ehime Shimbun ONLINE) Article details | Ehime Newspaper ONLINE

“WHATAWON”, a large complex in Kishiwada, Osaka, announces 11 stores in “Shoreditch High Street”, a shopping area inspired by Britain’s Box Park, as the third store opening | Press release (Ehime Shimbun ONLINE) Article details | Ehime Newspaper ONLINE

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Ukraine pressures men abroad to serve in military by cutting off consular services – BBC News

Ukraine pressures men abroad to serve in military by cutting off consular services – BBC News

World
Fukuoka Building, Tenjin Core, and Tenjin Vivre are integrated into “One Fukuoka Building,” which includes commercial facilities and hotels – Fashion Press

Fukuoka Building, Tenjin Core, and Tenjin Vivre are integrated into “One Fukuoka Building,” which includes commercial facilities and hotels – Fashion Press

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A Kumamoto company is bringing about sustainability agricultural reform in Osaka! _Kyushu/Miyazaki Press Release – Miyanichi e-press

A Kumamoto company is bringing about sustainability agricultural reform in Osaka! _Kyushu/Miyazaki Press Release – Miyanichi e-press

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Unleash the power of cat whiskers and protect your hometown from creatures!The Japanese version of the tower defense RTS “Cats on Duty” will be released on Nintendo Switch (TM), PlayStation (R) 4, and PlayStation (R) 5 in 2024 | Press release from Game Source Entertainment

Unleash the power of cat whiskers and protect your hometown from creatures!The Japanese version of the tower defense RTS “Cats on Duty” will be released on Nintendo Switch (TM), PlayStation (R) 4, and PlayStation (R) 5 in 2024 | Press release from Game Source Entertainment

Technology
Matcha Afternoon Tea Special[Tokyo Edition]“Exquisite Matcha” sweets from a famous hotel in Tokyo – Fashion Press

Matcha Afternoon Tea Special[Tokyo Edition]“Exquisite Matcha” sweets from a famous hotel in Tokyo – Fashion Press

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Marika Matsumoto responds to the off-shot of her impression “Very Short”: “It suits you very well” | ORICON NEWS

Marika Matsumoto responds to the off-shot of her impression “Very Short”: “It suits you very well” | ORICON NEWS

Live Style
Entertainment agency “Origin Lil” holds press conference with branches in Tokyo and Ishigaki “Aiming for the world from Okinawa” and improving the status of performers – Ryukyu Shimpo Digital

Entertainment agency “Origin Lil” holds press conference with branches in Tokyo and Ishigaki “Aiming for the world from Okinawa” and improving the status of performers – Ryukyu Shimpo Digital

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Tsukuba Peony Garden, one of the world’s largest in Ibaraki, has approximately 60,000 peonies and peonies, as well as flowers floating on the surface of the pond – Fashion Press

Tsukuba Peony Garden, one of the world’s largest in Ibaraki, has approximately 60,000 peonies and peonies, as well as flowers floating on the surface of the pond – Fashion Press

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How to release iPhone/iPad from DFU mode & what to do if you can’t restore | AnyFix 2.2.4.1 announced | iMobie Inc. press release

How to release iPhone/iPad from DFU mode & what to do if you can’t restore | AnyFix 2.2.4.1 announced | iMobie Inc. press release

Technology
Know where your child is without having to ask!Updated GPS app “AirDroid Parental Control” that shows location information | SAND STUDIO CORPORATION LIMITED press release

Know where your child is without having to ask!Updated GPS app “AirDroid Parental Control” that shows location information | SAND STUDIO CORPORATION LIMITED press release

Technology
[Lawson United Cinema]The first new building after the company name change, “Lawson United Cinema STYLE-S Minato Mirai”, will open on Friday, April 26, 2024! | Press release from Lawson Entertainment Co., Ltd.

[Lawson United Cinema]The first new building after the company name change, “Lawson United Cinema STYLE-S Minato Mirai”, will open on Friday, April 26, 2024! | Press release from Lawson Entertainment Co., Ltd.

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Enjoy harvesting new onions and unlimited stuffing! Fresh vegetable souvenirs also held Agricultural experience tour “Taste of the season!! Awaji Island new onion harvest experience in Kasai Seika” Minami-Awaji City | Kiss PRESS

Enjoy harvesting new onions and unlimited stuffing! Fresh vegetable souvenirs also held Agricultural experience tour “Taste of the season!! Awaji Island new onion harvest experience in Kasai Seika” Minami-Awaji City | Kiss PRESS

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A new page for children, “Children to Kagaku and iPark,” has been established on the Shonan Health Innovation Park homepage | Press release from IPark Institute Co., Ltd.

A new page for children, “Children to Kagaku and iPark,” has been established on the Shonan Health Innovation Park homepage | Press release from IPark Institute Co., Ltd.

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2 days of sound cruising in the port city of Kobe! All performing artists for “KOBE MELLOW CRUISE 2024” held at Meriken Park have been decided Kobe City | Kiss PRESS

2 days of sound cruising in the port city of Kobe! All performing artists for “KOBE MELLOW CRUISE 2024” held at Meriken Park have been decided Kobe City | Kiss PRESS

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Kentaro Maeda, Tomoya Oku, and other 9 cast members of “Walking with You and Blooming” hold a friendly press conference and also reveal that there are special effects. “Many of them have met before.” | ORICON NEWS

Kentaro Maeda, Tomoya Oku, and other 9 cast members of “Walking with You and Blooming” hold a friendly press conference and also reveal that there are special effects. “Many of them have met before.” | ORICON NEWS

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Pickering Interfaces Introduces New High-Voltage PXI Multiplexer Family to Double Switch Payload | Pickering Interfaces Press Release

Pickering Interfaces Introduces New High-Voltage PXI Multiplexer Family to Double Switch Payload | Pickering Interfaces Press Release

Technology
We are announcing wonderful shops that will liven up Hyogo’s “shopping district” this year! The award ceremony for the winning stores of the 9th “Hyogo Likes! Store Awards” was held | Kiss PRESS

We are announcing wonderful shops that will liven up Hyogo’s “shopping district” this year! The award ceremony for the winning stores of the 9th “Hyogo Likes! Store Awards” was held | Kiss PRESS

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Korean memorial monument to be removed due to proxy execution “Protection Association” will be disbanded at general meeting on the 11th of next month to form a new organization Press conference at Gunma Prefectural Office: Tokyo Shimbun TOKYO Web

Korean memorial monument to be removed due to proxy execution “Protection Association” will be disbanded at general meeting on the 11th of next month to form a new organization Press conference at Gunma Prefectural Office: Tokyo Shimbun TOKYO Web

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Collaboration on disaster prevention and mitigation, sustainable community development, etc. Signs comprehensive partnership agreement with Kesennuma City, Miyagi Prefecture | Press Release | Okinawa Times + Plus

Collaboration on disaster prevention and mitigation, sustainable community development, etc. Signs comprehensive partnership agreement with Kesennuma City, Miyagi Prefecture | Press Release | Okinawa Times + Plus

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