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Northern Japan hit by deadly snowfall

Northern Japan hit by deadly snowfall, as warnings issued on more heavy snow

Heavy snow piling up in northern Japan in the last two weeks has blocked roads and is being blamed for dozens of deaths nationwide.

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At Least 30 Dead After Weeks of Heavy Snowfall in Japan

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Heavy snow in northern Japan blocks roads and causes dozens of deaths

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At least 35 dead, hundreds injured after weeks of heavy snow

At least 35 people have died and 393 have been injured across Japan following two weeks of relentless snowfall, prompting authorities to issue avalanche warnings in northern regions PEOPLE reports.

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At least 30 dead as Japan battles winter storms with soldiers and snow plows

TSMC Eyes 3nm Chip Production in Japan

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TSMC to produce advanced chips in Japan

TSMC has unveiled plans to produce 3-nanometre semiconductors in Japan, as the world’s largest chip manufacturer diversifies production of its cutting-edge chips. Chief executive CC Wei met Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Thursday to announce the plans to produce the chip in Kumamoto at a fabrication plant operated by Japan Advanced Semiconductor Manufacturing (JASM),

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TSMC plans $17 billion investment in 3-nanometre chip production in Japan, Yomiuri reports

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TSMC to make advanced 3-nm chips in Japan's Kumamoto

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Japan cherry blossom festival cancelled over badly behaved tourists

"Overtourism" during Japan's iconic blossom season makes life for locals in Fujiyoshida town unmanageable, authorities say.

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Decisive win for Japan PM Takaichi may be best scenario for bonds, yen

By Kevin Buckland TOKYO, Feb 5 (Reuters) - A landslide win for Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) at Sunday's election may be the best outcome for bonds and the yen, analysts say, even as Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's spending pledges have repeatedly rocked markets.

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Heavy snow claims 30 lives in Japan and threatens to disrupt election

Heavy snowfall claims 30 lives in Japan and threatens to disrupt impending election - Hundreds of people injured in snow-related accidents as temperatures plunge to -23C

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Japan’s 2026 Election: Political Reform

Japan’s age‑old frustration with money in politics and the broader push for political reform offer important insights into the issues informing the country’s 2026 election.

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Japan election: What to look for in Sunday vote

TOKYO, Feb 6 (Reuters) - Japan's first female prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, is seeking to secure her grip on power in a national election on Sunday, with polls suggesting a big win for her conservative party.

Japan, Britain to boost cybersecurity and critical minerals cooperation as China’s influence grows

TOKYO (AP) — Japan and Britain agreed Saturday to accelerate cooperation on cybersecurity and the supply of critical minerals, as China’s influence grows in the region. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said his visit to Japan comes at a time “when geopolitical, economic and technological shocks are literally shaking the world.”

Japan's Ogiwara tops qualifying for men's big air as snowboarding kicks off at Olympics

Hiroto Ogiwara of Japan has topped qualifying for men’s big air as snowboarding kicked off at the 2026 Winter Olympics

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Japan's Takaichi dissolves parliament after only 3 months in office, setting up snap election

The move by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is an attempt to capitalize on her popularity to help her governing party regain ground after major losses in recent years.

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Japan's First Female Trainer To Have Runner In Saudi Cup

Kyoko Maekawa broke new ground last year when becoming the first female to hold a training license in Japan. Just 12 months later, she has her sights set on the world’s richest race with Sunrise Zipangu in the $20 million Saudi Cup (G1) at King Abdulaziz Racecourse on Feb.

Japan space agency to review its Epsilon S rocket development plan

Japan's space agency has formally decided to review its development plan for the Epsilon S small rocket, which is expected to be one of the country's mainstay rockets.