Tag: japan news
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Japan Issues Emergency Warning as ‘Extremely Strong’ Typhoon Shanshan Approaches, Triggering Landslides and Evacuation Alerts
Japan is currently on high alert as it braces for the arrival of Typhoon Shanshan, described as “extremely strong” by officials. The typhoon threatens to bring heavy rains and strong winds, particularly to the southern main island. Preceding the typhoon, heavy rain has already triggered landslides in central Japan, resulting in three missing persons. Authorities…
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7-Eleven Aims to Revitalize Its $17 Billion Food Business with Japanese-Inspired Offerings
7-Eleven, the world’s largest convenience store chain with over 13,000 locations in North America, is undertaking a significant transformation of its $17 billion food business to incorporate more Japanese-inspired offerings. Recognizing the decline in tobacco and gas sales, the company is shifting its focus towards food as a primary source of revenue. This move includes…
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Exploring the Dichotomy of Japan’s Economy: Tradition vs. Innovation
Japan, once hailed as a beacon of innovation with its bullet trains and advancements in robotics, is facing economic challenges due to its fierce adherence to tradition and outdated technology. Despite its rich cultural heritage, this resistance to change has led to Japan being surpassed by Germany as the world’s third-largest economy. The country struggles…
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Japan Earthquake Survivors Voice Concerns Over Government’s Crisis Response Amid Harsh Winter Conditions
In the aftermath of a powerful earthquake in western Japan, survivors living in makeshift shelters are criticizing the government for its slow crisis response. The natural disaster claimed over 200 lives, and concerns are mounting over the health of approximately 20,000 survivors due to inadequate supplies and cramped conditions. The Japanese government has announced plans…
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Japan Airlines A350 Evacuates All 379 Onboard Safely After Collision and Fire at Haneda Airport
An Airbus A350-900 operated by Japan Airlines collided with a Coast Guard plane on a runway at Haneda Airport in Tokyo, resulting in a fire. Despite the challenging circumstances, all 379 passengers and crew on board the Japan Airlines flight 516 were safely evacuated within 18 minutes of the collision, while sadly, five of the…