Retro Japan: Tokyo textbook library designed in art deco style stores historical materials
An art deco building in the Japanese capital that has been serving as the country's first textbook library houses materials ...
Why this small city is the ‘eyeglasses capital’ of Japan
No, you’re not seeing things. The city of Sabae really is obsessed with spectacles. Here’s how it became famous for its ...
Japanese chipmaker Kioxia files for IPO; sources say it's targeting December
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Once illegal, this Japanese alcohol is making a comeback
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Japan's economic growth likely cooled sharply in Q3 in test for BOJ policy: Reuters poll
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Luxury brands that align with Japanese values of quality, craftsmanship, and simplicity stand to win big in Japan.
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Editorial: Japan's 'book week' underway as more people shy away from reading
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Indonesia kicks off Japan-funded expansion of capital’s train network
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Why this small city is the ‘eyeglasses capital’ of Japan
It’s widely known as Japan’s eyeglasses capital – and for good reason. Sabae produces over 90% of the frames manufactured in the country, according to the local government. Signs and ...