Tag: Japan
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We were treated like enemies of society: Japan’s dangerous hardcore punk scene looks back to its roots
Introduction: A scene born from resistance When punk exploded in Japan in the late 1970s and early 1980s, it collided with the country’s rigid social expectations. What started as a raw, rebellious spark quickly evolved into a hardcore bloodstream: faster tempos, stripped-down guitars, and a DIY ethic that rejected mainstream fame. This is the story…
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Back to the Roots: Japan’s Dangerous Hardcore Punk Scene and Its Hardcore Origins
Introduction: A Scene Forged in Rebellion In the wake of punk’s initial shock-and-awe, Japan’s hardcore punk scene emerged as a leaner, harsher cousin of the blitzkrieg that had teenagers painting their rooms black and learning three chords by heart. What began as a raw expression of discontent soon hardened into a fierce subculture: a network…
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We Were Treated Like Enemies of Society: Revisiting Japan’s Dangerous Hardcore Punk Roots
Introduction: A Scene Forged in Opposition When punk crossed over from its garage-band beginnings into something more brutal and uncompromising, Japan’s hardcore scene emerged with a radical determination. What began as a local eruption against social norms evolved into a subculture that treated its spaces—squats, basements, and community centers—as both sanctuaries and battlegrounds. The phrase…
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Honda Reports November 2025 Production, Domestic Sales, and Export Results
Honda Announces November 2025 Production, Domestic Sales, and Export Results Honda Motor Co., Ltd. released its summary of automobile production, Japan domestic sales, and export activity for November 2025. The monthly report provides a snapshot of how the company performed across its core markets, including the domestic Japanese market, overall world production, and exports, helping…
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Can Americans Learn to Love Tiny, Cheap Kei Cars? A Practical Look at a Japanese Phenomenon
Introduction: The kei car idea and its American context When leaders reference tiny, affordable cars popular in Asia, the term kei car often comes to mind. These compact vehicles, born out of Japan’s regulatory environment, prioritize efficiency, urban usability, and low ownership costs. For Americans accustomed to larger sedans and trucks, the concept may feel…
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Japan set to restart the world’s biggest nuclear plant after Fukushima
Background: A watershed moment for Japan’s energy future Japan is approaching a pivotal decision that could redefine its approach to energy and security. After more than a decade of post-Fukushima caution, the country is on the cusp of restarting what is widely considered the world’s largest nuclear power plant. The move comes amid rising energy…
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Japan set to restart world’s largest nuclear plant after Fukushima
Introduction: A watershed moment for Japan’s energy landscape Japan is poised to restart what is widely considered the world’s largest nuclear power plant, a move that marks a dramatic shift in the country’s long-running energy strategy. After the devastating 2011 Fukushima disaster and a decade of cautious policy, the Niigata prefectural vote on December 22,…
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Russia Opposes Japan’s Talk of Nuclear Arms: What It Means for Security in Asia
Rising Tensions in Asia-Pacific Security Russia has signaled its opposition to discussions in Japan about the potential acquisition of nuclear weapons, underscoring a delicate phase in Asia-Pacific security. Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko told the TASS news agency that Moscow is aware of ongoing talks and emphasised that Russia does not support any steps that…
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Russia Opposes Japan’s Nuclear Weapons Discussions, Says Deputy Foreign Minister
Russia Rejects Japan’s Nuclear Weapons Dialogue Russia has voiced opposition to discussions in Japan about potentially acquiring nuclear weapons. Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko told the TASS news agency that Moscow is aware of ongoing conversations regarding Japan’s possible path to possessing nuclear arms, and that Russia does not support such talks. Official Stance and…
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Russia Opposes Japan Nuclear Weapons Talks, Says Deputy FM
Background: Rising Discussions on Japan and Nuclear Weapons In a developing thread of regional security dialogue, Moscow has publicly opposed discussions in Japan about the potential acquisition of nuclear weapons. Russia’s Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko told the TASS news agency that Moscow is aware of ongoing conversations surrounding Japan’s possible path to a nuclear-armed…