Tag: Japan
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Warming Seas Bring a Strikingly Dangerous Jellyfish to Japan’s Coast
Introduction: A new threat on Japan’s shores As ocean temperatures rise, the seas around Japan are growing more dynamic and unpredictable. Warm currents are inching northward, transporting marine life that once stayed much farther south. Among the newcomers is a remarkably vivid jellyfish, a creature so striking that scientists have paused to study it closely.…
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Warming Seas Bring a Dazzling Yet Dangerous Jellyfish to Japan’s Coast
Introduction: A Northward Drift in the Seas The oceans around Japan are undergoing rapid changes as waters grow warmer and currents shift. A strikingly vivid jellyfish has appeared farther north and closer to the coast than many scientists expected. Its arrival is more than a curiosity; it is a visible sign of how climate-driven changes…
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Rassie Erasmus Reveals He Didn’t Expect SA’s 61-7 Triumph Over Japan
Rassie Erasmus reflects on an emphatic start to the tour South Africa opened their end-of-year tour with a commanding 61-7 victory over Japan at Wembley Stadium, and head coach Rassie Erasmus admitted he did not anticipate such a one-sided result. While the scoreline was a clear statement, Erasmus stressed that the performance was about more…
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Rassie Erasmus on SA’s 61-7 win over Japan: surprise blowout
Rassie Erasmus reflects on the convincing start to South Africa’s tour South Africa’s first fixture of their end-of-year tour produced a performance that left head coach Rassie Erasmus smiling as much at the process as the scoreline. The Springboks’ 61-7 victory over Japan at Wembley Stadium showcased a mix of brutal physicality, relentless intensity, and…
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Safeguarding Child Idols: Lessons from Japan’s Idol Scene
Understanding the Landscape of Japanese Idols Japan’s idol industry has long captivated fans with its blend of music, dance, and carefully crafted personas. Many performers begin at a very young age, and the industry’s unique structure places young talents under intense public scrutiny, rigorous schedules, and high expectations. While fame can open doors, it also…
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Protecting Young Idols: Lessons from Japan’s Entertainment Industry
The Pressure on Youthful Talent Stories about young idols debuting early often spark excitement and concern in equal measure. While the draw of a bright stage and a dedicated fanbase can be powerful, the wellbeing of young performers must come first. In Japan, as in many countries, entertainers under a certain age are protected by…
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Luxon Meets Japan’s New PM: NZ Pushes for Nuclear Non-Proliferation and Global De-nuclearisation
New Zealand’s Stand on Nuclear Non-Proliferation At the Spotlight Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has taken his diplomatic agenda to the world stage, meeting Japan’s new prime minister and other global leaders to discuss nuclear non-proliferation, regional security, and a shared commitment to de-nuclearisation. In a period marked by concerns over nuclear testing and the evolving…
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Luxon Meets Japanese PM: NZ’s anti-nuclear stance grows
Global leaders converge on denuclearisation Prime Minister Christopher Luxon used a high-profile stop on the international circuit to stress New Zealand’s decades-long commitment to denuclearisation. Speaking ahead of talks with Japan’s new prime minister and other world leaders, Luxon underscored a policy that has defined New Zealand’s foreign relations for more than half a century:…
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Nintendo Patent Rejected in Japan Ties Palworld Case to Monster-Catching Concept
In Brief: A Legal Setback for Nintendo Nintendo faced a notable setback in Japan as the country’s Patent Office rejected a patent application tied to the company’s ongoing dispute with Pocketpair over the monster-catching concept popularized by Pokémon. The decision adds a new twist to the high-stakes battle over intellectual property in the booming world…
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ESA Opens Permanent Tokyo Presence to Deepen Europe-Japan Space Partnership
ESA Establishes a Permanent Presence in Tokyo to Strengthen Europe-Japan Space Partnership In a decisive move to deepen bilateral cooperation, the European Space Agency (ESA) announced the establishment of a permanent presence in Tokyo. The announcement, delivered by ESA’s Director of Strategy, Legal and External Matters, Eric Morel de Westgaver, came during Nihonbashi Space Week…