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Two tropical storms bring heavy rain to parts of Japan
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Two tropical storms were bringing heavy rains to parts of Japan on Saturday, with Level 3 landslide warnings issued for some areas of Shizuoka and Osaka prefectures.
Kazuyoshi Miura, known as King Kazu, will remain with Fukushima United after extending his loan from Yokohama FC. The 59-year-old joined the J3 League club at the end of December.
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The Samurai Blue finished second in Group F to advance to the round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Fans packed bars, cafes and sidewalks at Shibuya Crossing to watch.
Japan has approved 18 officials to manage economic security information under a new clearance system.
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Japan's Lower House has begun discussions on a bill that would impose imprisonment or fines on those who publicly deface the flag in ways that cause the public to feel extremely uncomfortable or disgusted.
Sweden's national football team faces Japan in its final group stage match at the World Cup. Coach Graham Potter is aware of yellow card suspension threats.
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Italian Defense Minister Guido Crosetto stated on Tuesday that more countries could join the Global Combat Air Program involving Italy, Britain and Japan to share costs on a next-generation fighter jet.
M5.6 quake hits Yamanashi in central Japan, nearby areas
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