False Claim Japan’s PM Will Introduce Mass Deportations Spreads Online

Sanae Takaichi has pledged a crackdown on illegal immigration and foreigner crime, but has not launched a "deportations" ministry.

Sanae Takaichi, Japan's first female prime minister, plays Iron Maiden and Deep Purple to let off steam

Sanae Takaichi is the first woman chosen to serve as Japan's prime minister. She favors a strong military, a strong economy — and a strong drum riff.

Japan’s new leader drums to relieve stress. She has many reasons to reach for her sticks

For most of her life, Sanae Takaichi has loved heavy metal. As Japan’s first female leader, she has many reasons to reach for her sticks

Japan's JERA to buy US shale gas assets for $1.5 billion, eyes output increase

JERA, Japan's top power generator, on Thursday said it will buy natural gas production assets in the U.S. for $1.5 billion, marking its entry into American shale gas production. The company said with the deal,

Japan’s first female leader is an ultraconservative star from a male-dominated party

Sanae Takaichi has become Japan's first female prime minister, a significant milestone in the country's male-dominated political landscape.

Japanese slugger Kazuma Okamoto to be posted for MLB teams by Yomiuri Giants

At least two other NPB players will be posted by their clubs this year: 25-year-old first/third baseman Munetaka Murakami, who hit 56 home runs for the Yakult Swallows in 2022, and right-handed starter Kona Takahashi, who had a 3.04 ERA in 148 innings for the Seibu Lions this season and will play next season at 29 years old.

Japan's Mount Fuji sees snow for first time this winter, 21 days later than usual

The peak of Japan's Mount Fuji was capped with snow for the first time this winter on Thursday, reaching the milestone 21 days later than the average since records began in 1894, the meteorological agency said.
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