UNESCO Designates Japanese Sake as Intangible Cultural Heritage
UNESCO recognized Japanese sake as an intangible cultural heritage, boosting its global image and potentially its export value, currently over \$265 million annually.
UNESCO Designates Japanese Sake as Intangible Cultural Heritage
UNESCO recognized Japanese sake as an intangible cultural heritage, boosting its global image and potentially its export value, currently over \$265 million annually.
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UNESCO Recognizes Sake as Intangible Cultural Heritage
UNESCO added sake to its intangible cultural heritage list on Wednesday, recognizing the rice wine's cultural significance in Japan and boosting its export potential, currently exceeding $265 million annually.
UNESCO Recognizes Sake as Intangible Cultural Heritage
UNESCO added sake to its intangible cultural heritage list on Wednesday, recognizing the rice wine's cultural significance in Japan and boosting its export potential, currently exceeding $265 million annually.
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24% Bias Score
Japanese Sumo Wrestlers Return to London, Facing European Acceptance Challenges
Top Japanese sumo wrestlers will compete in London's Royal Albert Hall in October 2025, a second European appearance after 1991, but former European champion Pieter Vroon doubts its success due to cultural differences and exclusionary practices.
Japanese Sumo Wrestlers Return to London, Facing European Acceptance Challenges
Top Japanese sumo wrestlers will compete in London's Royal Albert Hall in October 2025, a second European appearance after 1991, but former European champion Pieter Vroon doubts its success due to cultural differences and exclusionary practices.
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48% Bias Score
Japan Monitors South Korea Martial Law, Expresses Concern for Bilateral Ties
Following South Korea's brief declaration of martial law on December 12, 2023, Japan expressed grave concerns, with Prime Minister Ishiba stating that the situation is being closely monitored for its impact on bilateral ties, including a potential summit with President Yoon. Japanese businesses are ...
Japan Monitors South Korea Martial Law, Expresses Concern for Bilateral Ties
Following South Korea's brief declaration of martial law on December 12, 2023, Japan expressed grave concerns, with Prime Minister Ishiba stating that the situation is being closely monitored for its impact on bilateral ties, including a potential summit with President Yoon. Japanese businesses are ...
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Takagi Wins 1000m in Beijing; Daleman, Beune Secure Medals
Miho Takagi won the women's 1000m speed skating race in Beijing with a time of 1:14.62, while 17-year-old Angel Daleman earned bronze (1:14.91), and Joy Beune secured silver in the 3000m despite swallowing a mosquito during her race.
Takagi Wins 1000m in Beijing; Daleman, Beune Secure Medals
Miho Takagi won the women's 1000m speed skating race in Beijing with a time of 1:14.62, while 17-year-old Angel Daleman earned bronze (1:14.91), and Joy Beune secured silver in the 3000m despite swallowing a mosquito during her race.
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28% Bias Score
Takagi Wins 1000m in Beijing, Daleman Secures Bronze
Miho Takagi won the women's 1000m speed skating race at the World Cup in Beijing with a time of 1:14.62, followed by Antoinette Rijpma-de Jong (silver, 1:14.72), and 17-year-old Angel Daleman (bronze, 1:14.91); Joy Beune won silver in the 3000m race despite swallowing a bug.
Takagi Wins 1000m in Beijing, Daleman Secures Bronze
Miho Takagi won the women's 1000m speed skating race at the World Cup in Beijing with a time of 1:14.62, followed by Antoinette Rijpma-de Jong (silver, 1:14.72), and 17-year-old Angel Daleman (bronze, 1:14.91); Joy Beune won silver in the 3000m race despite swallowing a bug.
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32% Bias Score
UNESCO Recognizes Japanese Sake and Shochu Production as Intangible Cultural Heritage
Traditional Japanese sake and shochu production techniques were added to UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list on Wednesday, aiming to boost exports, revitalize local economies, and preserve ancient skills amid shrinking domestic consumption; this is Japan's 23rd entry on the list.
UNESCO Recognizes Japanese Sake and Shochu Production as Intangible Cultural Heritage
Traditional Japanese sake and shochu production techniques were added to UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list on Wednesday, aiming to boost exports, revitalize local economies, and preserve ancient skills amid shrinking domestic consumption; this is Japan's 23rd entry on the list.
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40% Bias Score
UNESCO Designates Sake as Intangible Cultural Heritage
UNESCO inscribed sake, a Japanese rice wine with a history dating back to at least the 11th century, onto its intangible cultural heritage list on Wednesday, aiming to boost its global image and the Japanese export economy.
UNESCO Designates Sake as Intangible Cultural Heritage
UNESCO inscribed sake, a Japanese rice wine with a history dating back to at least the 11th century, onto its intangible cultural heritage list on Wednesday, aiming to boost its global image and the Japanese export economy.
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40% Bias Score
Japanese Sumo Wrestlers Return to Europe Amidst Skepticism
Top Japanese Sumo wrestlers will compete in London's Royal Albert Hall in October 2025, a rare European event that faces skepticism due to the sport's unique traditions and cultural differences, according to former European champion Pieter Vroon.
Japanese Sumo Wrestlers Return to Europe Amidst Skepticism
Top Japanese Sumo wrestlers will compete in London's Royal Albert Hall in October 2025, a rare European event that faces skepticism due to the sport's unique traditions and cultural differences, according to former European champion Pieter Vroon.
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52% Bias Score
GCAP: Next-Generation Fighter Jet Program
Italy, Japan, and the UK are collaborating on the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) to develop a next-generation fighter jet by 2035; Leonardo will lead the electronics and cybersecurity components, investing nearly €200 million in R&D since 2022, with the first flight planned for 2028.
GCAP: Next-Generation Fighter Jet Program
Italy, Japan, and the UK are collaborating on the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) to develop a next-generation fighter jet by 2035; Leonardo will lead the electronics and cybersecurity components, investing nearly €200 million in R&D since 2022, with the first flight planned for 2028.
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44% Bias Score
Takagi Wins 1000m in Beijing; Daleman, Beune Achieve Podium Finishes
Miho Takagi won the women's 1000m speed skating race in Beijing, with 17-year-old Angel Daleman taking bronze and Joy Beune winning silver in the 3000m race despite swallowing a mosquito.
Takagi Wins 1000m in Beijing; Daleman, Beune Achieve Podium Finishes
Miho Takagi won the women's 1000m speed skating race in Beijing, with 17-year-old Angel Daleman taking bronze and Joy Beune winning silver in the 3000m race despite swallowing a mosquito.
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24% Bias Score
Ishiba's Minority Government: A New Era of Japanese Politics
After his coalition lost the majority in Japan's lower house election on October 27th, Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba must now cooperate with the opposition to maintain his government, signaling a shift towards a more inclusive policy-making process and potentially impacting Japan's domestic and fore...
Ishiba's Minority Government: A New Era of Japanese Politics
After his coalition lost the majority in Japan's lower house election on October 27th, Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba must now cooperate with the opposition to maintain his government, signaling a shift towards a more inclusive policy-making process and potentially impacting Japan's domestic and fore...
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36% Bias Score