The traditional Japanese diet focuses on cherishing seasonal ingredients and uses simple cooking techniques to make the ingredients delicious and perf …
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Japan’s Dairy Farms Fall Below 10,000, Farmers Urge Milk Price Hike to Offset Rising Costs
by Ferre Keiraby Ferre KeiraRising production costs and falling income have caused the number of dairy farms in Japan to fall below 10,000. Dairy farmers are calling for an incre …
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As we age, our memory abilities will gradually deteriorate. Experts believe that in addition to age, daily eating habits will also impact memory. Ther …
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The recently released annual “TomTom Traffic Index” pointed out that the top three cities in Asia with the worst traffic conditions and the most traff …
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Sitting for Over 10 Hours a Day Linked to Increased Risk of Heart Disease
by Julie Howardby Julie HowardSitting for more than 10.5 hours daily increases the risk of heart failure and cardiovascular mortality. This is closely linked to health issues such …
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Kyoto’s Traditional Crafts Shine as Duty-Free Sales Soar, Reflecting Strong Interest from Overseas Tourists
by Ferre Keiraby Ferre KeiraDuty-free sales at Kyoto department stores have increased significantly, and traditional handicrafts have become one of the leading sales items. KYOTO …
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The snow scene of Mount Fuji is one of the highlights of winter tourism in Japan, but the snowfall at the beginning of this year was nearly two weeks …
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Japan Post Sees Record Decline in New Year Postcard Circulation, Launches Gift-Integrated Services to Boost Sales
by Ferre Keiraby Ferre KeiraThe price of postcards rised to 85 yen, and Japan Post’s New Year’s postcard issuance has dropped by 25% from last year, a record drop in …
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According to a survey by the WHO, as many as 300 million people worldwide suffer from depression. In Taiwan, more than 2 million people suffer from th …
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Pistachios are rich in antioxidants, especially lutein and zeaxanthin, which are known to protect eyes from blue light damage and reduce the risk of m …