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Adopting an innovative way to battle low population, a Japanese village has been placing life-sized dolls to give the place the feel of a human-filled bustling society.

In the hamlet of Ichinono, there are less than 60 residents and just one child. Hence, the villagers are trying the fill the emptiness with stuffed mannequins which are dressed and kept around the community. Some of these mannequins pose on bicycles and swings.

“We’re probably outnumbered by puppets,” said 88-year-old resident Hisayo Yamazaki, while speaking to the news agency AFP.

Yamazaki said that even though older inhabitants had children but they went to different places to attend college and left the tiny community empty.

“We were afraid they would become unmarriageable if they remained stuck in a remote place like this. Out they went, and they never came back, getting jobs elsewhere. We’re now paying the price," she said while speaking to the outlet.

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“If the village is left as it is now, the only thing that awaits us is extinction,” said 74-year-old Ichiro Sawayama, head of its governing body while speaking to Japan Today.

<h2>Different mannequins fill spaces in Japan's hamlet</h2>

The mannequins similar to little girls and boys were kept across the entire village to fill the emptiness of children who have moved from the place.&nbsp;

One mannequin was of a little girl who wore a beanie and&nbsp;sat on a wooden swing while a similar one was standing on a scooter.&nbsp;

There was another puppet representing a child who was wearing a red helmet and sitting on a stationary bike.

The mannequins for adults have also been installed across the village. Two of these mannequins were of women who were watching a mannequin of a girl who was depicted to be putting logs in a cart.

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A new couple had recently moved to the little village leaving behind the big city life as they looked for a quieter alternative.&nbsp;

The 33-year-old Rie Kato and 31-year-old Toshiki Kato shifted to the village when the hybrid work culture started during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The couple soon had a son Kuranosuke Kato who became the first baby to be born in the village in two decades.

The villagers showered their love on the baby and he soon became a celebrity in the town.&nbsp;

"Just by being born here, our son benefits from the love, support and hope of so many people - even though he has achieved absolutely nothing in life yet," said his father, while speaking to AFP.

(With inputs from agencies)

Adopting an innovative way to battle low population, a Japanese village has been placing life-sized dolls to give the place the feel of a human-filled bustling society.

Adopting an innovative way to battle low population, a Japanese village has been placing life-sized dolls to give the place the feel of a human-filled bustling society. In the hamlet of Ichinono, there are less than 60 residents and just one child. Hence, the villagers are trying the fill the emptiness with stuffed mannequins which are dressed and kept around the community. Some of these mannequins pose on bicycles and swings. “We’re probably outnumbered by puppets,” said 88-year-old resident Hisayo Yamazaki, while speaking to the news agency AFP. Yamazaki said that even though older inhabitants had children but they went to different places to attend college and left the tiny community empty. “We were afraid they would become unmarriageable if they remained stuck in a remote place like this. Out they went, and they never came back, getting jobs elsewhere. We’re now paying the price," she said while speaking to the outlet. Also Read: Centre likely to commence population census in 2025 after four-year delay “If the village is left as it is now, the only thing that awaits us is extinction,” said 74-year-old Ichiro Sawayama, head of its governing body while speaking to Japan Today. Different mannequins fill spaces in Japan's hamlet The mannequins similar to little girls and boys were kept across the entire village to fill the emptiness of children who have moved from the place. One mannequin was of a little girl who wore a beanie and sat on a wooden swing while a similar one was standing on a scooter. There was another puppet representing a child who was wearing a red helmet and sitting on a stationary bike. The mannequins for adults have also been installed across the village. Two of these mannequins were of women who were watching a mannequin of a girl who was depicted to be putting logs in a cart. Watch: China's Ageing Population: Economic Growth at Risk A new couple had recently moved to the little village leaving behind the big city life as they looked for a quieter alternative. The 33-year-old Rie Kato and 31-year-old Toshiki Kato shifted to the village when the hybrid work culture started during the COVID-19 pandemic. The couple soon had a son Kuranosuke Kato who became the first baby to be born in the village in two decades. The villagers showered their love on the baby and he soon became a celebrity in the town. "Just by being born here, our son benefits from the love, support and hope of so many people - even though he has achieved absolutely nothing in life yet," said his father, while speaking to AFP. (With inputs from agencies)

This village in Japan is placing life-sized dolls in place of people. Here's why

Japan’s majestic Mount Fuji remain snowless, making it the latest time in the year that its slopes have been bare since the record started 130 years ago.

The volcano’s peak typically receives snow by early October, but due to unusually warm weather, no snowfall has been reported so far this year, the country’s weather agency said. Last year, the snow was first detected on October 5, as per AFP news agency.

However, due to warm weather, no snowfall has been observed till Tuesday (Oct 29). This marked the latest date since comparative data became available in 1984, beating the previous record of October 26 recorded twice in 1955 and 2016.

“Temperatures were high this summer, and these high temperatures continued into September, deterring cold air” which brings snow, Yutaka Katsuta, a forecaster at Kofu Local Meteorological Office told the AFP news agency.

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Katsuta said climate change might have impacted the delay in the snowcap’s formation. Japan experienced its joint hottest summer on record with temperatures between June and August being 1.76 Celsius higher than average.

In September, temperatures continued to be warmer than expected as the sub-tropical jet stream's more northerly position allowed a warmer southerly flow of air over Japan.

Nearly 1,500 areas in Japan had been classed as "extremely hot" days, as described by the country's Meteorological Society.

For the rain to turn into snow, the temperature has to be around the freezing point. October has seen the heat ease slightly, but it has still been a warmer-than-average month.

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Mount Fuji, which is southwest of Tokyo, is Japan's highest mountain at 3,776m (12,460 ft). It is covered in snow for most of the year but during the July-September, which is the hiking season more than 220,000 visitors trudge up its steep, rocky slopes. Many climb through the night to see the sunrise from the summit.

The volcano erupted just over 300 years ago and is quite visible from the Japanese capital on a clear day.

(With inputs from agencies)

Japan’s majestic Mount Fuji remain snowless, making it the latest time in the year that its slopes have been bare since the record started 130 years ago. The volcano’s peak typically receives snow by early October, but due to unusually warm weather, no snowfall has been reported so far this year, the country’s weather agency said.

Japan’s majestic Mount Fuji remain snowless, making it the latest time in the year that its slopes have been bare since the record started 130 years ago. The volcano’s peak typically receives snow by early October, but due to unusually warm weather, no snowfall has been reported so far this year, the country’s weather agency said. Last year, the snow was first detected on October 5, as per AFP news agency. However, due to warm weather, no snowfall has been observed till Tuesday (Oct 29). This marked the latest date since comparative data became available in 1984, beating the previous record of October 26 recorded twice in 1955 and 2016. “Temperatures were high this summer, and these high temperatures continued into September, deterring cold air” which brings snow, Yutaka Katsuta, a forecaster at Kofu Local Meteorological Office told the AFP news agency. Also Read | China bolsters global trade ties with zero-tariff initiative for developing nations Katsuta said climate change might have impacted the delay in the snowcap’s formation. Japan experienced its joint hottest summer on record with temperatures between June and August being 1.76 Celsius higher than average. In September, temperatures continued to be warmer than expected as the sub-tropical jet stream's more northerly position allowed a warmer southerly flow of air over Japan. Nearly 1,500 areas in Japan had been classed as "extremely hot" days, as described by the country's Meteorological Society. For the rain to turn into snow, the temperature has to be around the freezing point. October has seen the heat ease slightly, but it has still been a warmer-than-average month. Also Read | This village in Japan is placing life-sized dolls in place of people. Here's why Mount Fuji, which is southwest of Tokyo, is Japan's highest mountain at 3,776m (12,460 ft). It is covered in snow for most of the year but during the July-September, which is the hiking season more than 220,000 visitors trudge up its steep, rocky slopes. Many climb through the night to see the sunrise from the summit. The volcano erupted just over 300 years ago and is quite visible from the Japanese capital on a clear day. (With inputs from agencies)

Mount Fuji remains snowless for longest time, breaking 130-year record

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The makeup of Japan's future government was in flux after the ruling coalition fell short of a majority mark. Japan's new Prime Minister Ishiba has called Snap elections within days of taking office in October but voters punished his Liberal Democratic Party for the recent scandals leaving no party with a clear mandate to lead the world's fourth largest economy. Watch to know more.

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The rise of matcha lattes from a niche beverage to a wellness status symbol is a proud intersection of&nbsp;traditional Japanese tea culture and modern coffee shop culture; social media aesthetics and wellness trends only make it better. Historically speaking, Matcha tea has been a significant part of the Japanese culture because of its health benefits.&nbsp;

<h3 lang="EN-US" paraeid="{544f2739-524b-4811-b8fe-8cfa7b5446c7}{254}" paraid="927545361" >When was Matcha used?&nbsp;</h3>

The powdered green tea was traditionally whisked with hot water to create a frothy, vibrant green beverage consumed in formal settings only. This cultural heritage lent matcha an initial air of sophistication and authenticity that would later contribute to its status appeal.&nbsp;

<h3 lang="EN-US" paraeid="{51476143-702e-4950-8f54-dbb8ead4fbdc}{148}" paraid="101288507" >Cafe culture and Matcha&nbsp;</h3>

The modern evolution&nbsp;of Matcha tea and lattes started in specialty coffee shops, particularly in urban centers like New York, Los Angeles, and London; when Matcha was introduced as a healthy drink available to all. Call it a marketing gimmick or actual health benefit promotion,&nbsp;Matcha is now synonymous with one’s social stature. It's part of a feel-good ritual for many.&nbsp;

<h3 lang="EN-US" paraeid="{04249b31-b628-40ce-b130-0c57441b9497}{158}" paraid="657305460" >Matcha, health and taste&nbsp;</h3>

The initial taste of matcha: fresh and forest-like, can be polarizing. Yet much like coffee drinkers learn to love its bitter bite, matcha's earthy intensity becomes mysteriously compelling over time.&nbsp;Once a niche drink, it is now offered in the most sophisticated food chains.&nbsp;

“I spend around £30 a week,” says luxury watch specialist Marie Dazzoni, according to The Independent. She added, “I just think it tastes&nbsp;really&nbsp;good. It’s great because it’s available almost everywhere. I go to Starbucks at least four times a week.”&nbsp;

The news outlet stated nutritionist Jenna Hope who said, “Matcha is really high in antioxidants. Plus, the caffeine is much more slow-releasing”.&nbsp;

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<h3 lang="EN-US" paraeid="{edc7bb5f-6985-4633-9b2b-4361e1e67dea}{77}" paraid="150220655" >Matcha business&nbsp;</h3>

More people are making matcha at home than ever before. According to the Independent, Japan Centre, the biggest Japanese food store in Europe, has seen people buying 40 per cent more of their matcha powder compared to last year. The global matcha business is huge, worth $2.3 billion now, and experts think it will grow even bigger to $2.9 billion by 2028.&nbsp;

The rise of matcha lattes from a niche beverage to a wellness status symbol is a proud intersection of traditional Japanese tea culture and modern coffee shop culture; social media aesthetics and wellness trends only make it better.

The rise of matcha lattes from a niche beverage to a wellness status symbol is a proud intersection of traditional Japanese tea culture and modern coffee shop culture; social media aesthetics and wellness trends only make it better. Historically speaking, Matcha tea has been a significant part of the Japanese culture because of its health benefits. When was Matcha used? The powdered green tea was traditionally whisked with hot water to create a frothy, vibrant green beverage consumed in formal settings only. This cultural heritage lent matcha an initial air of sophistication and authenticity that would later contribute to its status appeal. Cafe culture and Matcha The modern evolution of Matcha tea and lattes started in specialty coffee shops, particularly in urban centers like New York, Los Angeles, and London; when Matcha was introduced as a healthy drink available to all. Call it a marketing gimmick or actual health benefit promotion, Matcha is now synonymous with one’s social stature. It's part of a feel-good ritual for many. Matcha, health and taste The initial taste of matcha: fresh and forest-like, can be polarizing. Yet much like coffee drinkers learn to love its bitter bite, matcha's earthy intensity becomes mysteriously compelling over time. Once a niche drink, it is now offered in the most sophisticated food chains. “I spend around £30 a week,” says luxury watch specialist Marie Dazzoni, according to The Independent. She added, “I just think it tastes really good. It’s great because it’s available almost everywhere. I go to Starbucks at least four times a week.” The news outlet stated nutritionist Jenna Hope who said, “Matcha is really high in antioxidants. Plus, the caffeine is much more slow-releasing”. Also read: Celebrity nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar tells us why to have Indian sweets this Diwali Matcha business More people are making matcha at home than ever before. According to the Independent, Japan Centre, the biggest Japanese food store in Europe, has seen people buying 40 per cent more of their matcha powder compared to last year. The global matcha business is huge, worth $2.3 billion now, and experts think it will grow even bigger to $2.9 billion by 2028.

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Japan: LDP Fails To Secure Majority In The Lower House

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Japan's scandal-hit ruling party has fallen short of a majority for the first time since 2009 in snap elections on Sunday, media projections showed, in a blow to new Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba.

Worse still, it was touch and go whether Ishiba's conservative Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) could secure a parliamentary majority with its long-term coalition partner, the Komeito party.

"We are receiving severe judgment," Ishiba told national broadcaster NHK late Sunday.

Voters "expressed their strong desire for the LDP to do some reflection and become a party that will act in line with the people's will," he said.

Former defence minister Ishiba, 67, called the election after being narrowly selected last month to lead the LDP, which has governed Japan for almost all of the past 70 years.

But voters in the world's fourth-largest economy have been rankled by rising prices and the fallout from a party slush fund scandal that helped sink previous premier Fumio Kishida.

Footage from the LDP headquarters after the polls closed on Sunday showed gloomy faces as the projections based on exit polls said Ishiba's justice and agriculture ministers were likely to lose their seats.

Ishiba, a self-confessed security policy geek who likes making model planes, had said his target in the election was for the coalition to win a majority.

Missing this goal would seriously undermine his position in the LDP and mean finding other coalition partners or leading a minority government.

"If we are unable to obtain a majority as a result of severe public judgement, we will ask as many people as possible to cooperate with us," the LDP's election chief Shinjiro Koizumi told reporters.

In Japan's last general election in 2021, the LDP won a majority in its own right, with 259 seats in parliament's powerful lower house. Komeito had 32.

On Sunday, national broadcaster NHK projected that the LDP would win between 153 and 219 seats -- short of the 233 needed for a majority in the 465-seat parliament.

If confirmed by official results, the LDP losing its majority would be the worst result since it lost power 15 years ago before being brought back in a 2012 landslide by late former premier Shinzo Abe.

Together with Komeito, which is projected 21 to 35 seats, the coalition would hold between 174 and 254 seats, according to NHK.

Projections from the Asahi Shimbun and Yomiuri dailies suggested the coalition would lose its majority. The Asahi projected the LDP would win 185 seats and that the coalition would manage only 210.&nbsp;

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Opinion polls before the election had suggested that in many districts, LDP candidates were neck-and-neck with those from the Constitutional Democratic Party (CDP), the second-biggest in parliament, led by popular former prime minister Yoshihiko Noda.

Projections on Sunday suggested that the CDP had made considerable gains, with NHK indicating it could win between 128 and 191 seats -- up from 96.

"The LDP's politics is all about quickly implementing policies for those who give them loads of cash," 67-year-old Noda told his supporters on Saturday.

Noda said on Sunday night he would hold "sincere talks with various parties".

"Our basic philosophy is that the LDP-Komeito administration cannot continue," Noda told Fuji-TV.

Ishiba has pledged to revitalise depressed rural regions and to address the "quiet emergency" of Japan's falling population through family-friendly measures such as flexible working hours.

But he has rowed back his position on issues including allowing married couples to take separate surnames. He also named only two women as ministers in his cabinet.

He has backed the creation of a regional military alliance along the lines of NATO to counter China, although he has cautioned it would "not happen overnight".

Noda's stance "is sort of similar to the LDP's. He is basically a conservative," Masato Kamikubo, a political scientist at Ritsumeikan University, told AFP before the election.

"The CDP or Noda can be an alternative to the LDP. Many voters think so."

Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Japan's scandal-hit ruling party has fallen short of a majority for the first time since 2009 in snap elections on Sunday, media projections showed, in a blow to new Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba.

Japan's scandal-hit ruling party has fallen short of a majority for the first time since 2009 in snap elections on Sunday, media projections showed, in a blow to new Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba. Worse still, it was touch and go whether Ishiba's conservative Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) could secure a parliamentary majority with its long-term coalition partner, the Komeito party. "We are receiving severe judgment," Ishiba told national broadcaster NHK late Sunday. Voters "expressed their strong desire for the LDP to do some reflection and become a party that will act in line with the people's will," he said. Former defence minister Ishiba, 67, called the election after being narrowly selected last month to lead the LDP, which has governed Japan for almost all of the past 70 years. But voters in the world's fourth-largest economy have been rankled by rising prices and the fallout from a party slush fund scandal that helped sink previous premier Fumio Kishida. Footage from the LDP headquarters after the polls closed on Sunday showed gloomy faces as the projections based on exit polls said Ishiba's justice and agriculture ministers were likely to lose their seats. Ishiba, a self-confessed security policy geek who likes making model planes, had said his target in the election was for the coalition to win a majority. Missing this goal would seriously undermine his position in the LDP and mean finding other coalition partners or leading a minority government. "If we are unable to obtain a majority as a result of severe public judgement, we will ask as many people as possible to cooperate with us," the LDP's election chief Shinjiro Koizumi told reporters. In Japan's last general election in 2021, the LDP won a majority in its own right, with 259 seats in parliament's powerful lower house. Komeito had 32. On Sunday, national broadcaster NHK projected that the LDP would win between 153 and 219 seats -- short of the 233 needed for a majority in the 465-seat parliament. If confirmed by official results, the LDP losing its majority would be the worst result since it lost power 15 years ago before being brought back in a 2012 landslide by late former premier Shinzo Abe. Together with Komeito, which is projected 21 to 35 seats, the coalition would hold between 174 and 254 seats, according to NHK. Projections from the Asahi Shimbun and Yomiuri dailies suggested the coalition would lose its majority. The Asahi projected the LDP would win 185 seats and that the coalition would manage only 210. Also read: Biden on Israel's latest Iran strikes: 'I hope this is the end' Opinion polls before the election had suggested that in many districts, LDP candidates were neck-and-neck with those from the Constitutional Democratic Party (CDP), the second-biggest in parliament, led by popular former prime minister Yoshihiko Noda. Projections on Sunday suggested that the CDP had made considerable gains, with NHK indicating it could win between 128 and 191 seats -- up from 96. "The LDP's politics is all about quickly implementing policies for those who give them loads of cash," 67-year-old Noda told his supporters on Saturday. Noda said on Sunday night he would hold "sincere talks with various parties". "Our basic philosophy is that the LDP-Komeito administration cannot continue," Noda told Fuji-TV. Ishiba has pledged to revitalise depressed rural regions and to address the "quiet emergency" of Japan's falling population through family-friendly measures such as flexible working hours. But he has rowed back his position on issues including allowing married couples to take separate surnames. He also named only two women as ministers in his cabinet. He has backed the creation of a regional military alliance along the lines of NATO to counter China, although he has cautioned it would "not happen overnight". Noda's stance "is sort of similar to the LDP's. He is basically a conservative," Masato Kamikubo, a political scientist at Ritsumeikan University, told AFP before the election. "The CDP or Noda can be an alternative to the LDP. Many voters think so." Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Japan’s ruling party projected to lose majority for first time since 2009, dealing a setback to PM Ishiba

Japan is poised for one of its most fiercely contested national elections in years, as voters prepare to cast their ballots on Sunday to determine whether to retain the scandal-ridden Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) in power. This election is significant and could greatly influence the country's political future. Watch to know more.

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In a significant bilateral meeting on October 24, Japanese Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato and US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen engaged in discussions focused on recent fluctuations in exchange rates, as confirmed by a senior official from Japan's finance ministry, Atsushi Mimura. This dialogue took place during the backdrop of the G20 and IMF meetings in Washington according to a detailed report by Reuters.

Mimura highlighted the growing concern over the yen's depreciation, which has adversely affected Japanese households and retailers due to rising costs of raw material imports. "A weak yen has become a pressing issue for policymakers," he noted.

The vice finance minister emphasized the importance of close communication between the US and Japan regarding currency movements, particularly as sharp, one-sided fluctuations have been observed recently.

"It is essential for exchange rates to reflect underlying economic fundamentals," Mimura stated, reinforcing Japan's commitment to monitoring currency trends closely, especially those influenced by speculative activities.

Dollar climbed above 153 yen for the first time in nearly three months<o:p></o:p>

The recent surge of the dollar, which surpassed 153 yen for the first time in nearly three months, has reignited concerns about the disparity in interest rates between the US and Japan, a situation worsened by diminishing expectations of substantial interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve.

As of Thursday, the dollar was trading at 151.83 yen, highlighting ongoing volatility in the currency markets. The discussions between Kato and Yellen reflect broader economic concerns, with both nations recognising the need for strategic coordination to manage the impacts of currency fluctuations on their economies.

This meeting hence underlines the importance of international cooperation in addressing financial stability, especially in a climate marked by unpredictable market dynamics. The two finance leaders' commitment to maintaining open lines of communication may prove crucial in mitigating the potential risks associated with currency volatility in the future.

In a significant bilateral meeting on October 24, Japanese Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato and US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen engaged in discussions focused on recent fluctuations in exchange rates, as confirmed by a senior official from Japan's finance ministry, Atsushi Mimura.

In a significant bilateral meeting on October 24, Japanese Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato and US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen engaged in discussions focused on recent fluctuations in exchange rates, as confirmed by a senior official from Japan's finance ministry, Atsushi Mimura. This dialogue took place during the backdrop of the G20 and IMF meetings in Washington according to a detailed report by Reuters. Mimura highlighted the growing concern over the yen's depreciation, which has adversely affected Japanese households and retailers due to rising costs of raw material imports. "A weak yen has become a pressing issue for policymakers," he noted. The vice finance minister emphasized the importance of close communication between the US and Japan regarding currency movements, particularly as sharp, one-sided fluctuations have been observed recently. "It is essential for exchange rates to reflect underlying economic fundamentals," Mimura stated, reinforcing Japan's commitment to monitoring currency trends closely, especially those influenced by speculative activities. Dollar climbed above 153 yen for the first time in nearly three months The recent surge of the dollar, which surpassed 153 yen for the first time in nearly three months, has reignited concerns about the disparity in interest rates between the US and Japan, a situation worsened by diminishing expectations of substantial interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve. As of Thursday, the dollar was trading at 151.83 yen, highlighting ongoing volatility in the currency markets. The discussions between Kato and Yellen reflect broader economic concerns, with both nations recognising the need for strategic coordination to manage the impacts of currency fluctuations on their economies. This meeting hence underlines the importance of international cooperation in addressing financial stability, especially in a climate marked by unpredictable market dynamics. The two finance leaders' commitment to maintaining open lines of communication may prove crucial in mitigating the potential risks associated with currency volatility in the future.

Japan and US Finance leaders address currency fluctuations in bilateral talks

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Karen Makishima is the only female running for Japan's ruling party in her 20 seat prefecture for the October 27th general election reflecting the tough battle women face in breaking into the country's male dominated politics. Watch this report to know more.

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A Chinese man is going viral for being a kept man whose Japanese wife completely takes care of him financially. Nicknamed “a lady killer”, the man shared his story on the internet and garnered over one million followers on Douyin in just a month.

The man has been living in Japan for eight years and has been sharing his experiences of being a "kept man". In Japan, men are seen as the primary money makers in a family while women mostly focus on housework. This is the reason the man, known as “Sudden Fantasy” online, is becoming a topic of discussion.&nbsp;

SCMP reported that he has amassed a following of 1.4 million on Douyin in just a month.

Sudden Fantasy calls himself "an ordinary man from Beijing", stating that his wife is well-educated and employed. She also belongs to a rich Japanese family, with her mother having travelled to several international destinations.

He says that due to his financial problems, he did not think about pursuing a romantic relationship with his wife whose Chinese name is Fenghua. However, at one point he was struggling to even eat.&nbsp;

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This is when Fenghua brought him food and helped him pay his tuition fees. The couple dated for two and a half years before getting married.&nbsp;

<h2>He doesn't even&nbsp;help with household chores</h2>

Sudden Fantasy soon decided to quit his job and now completely relies on his wife for everything. He says he simply plays video games all day while his wife works to fulfil all their needs. She also does all the household chores and he doesn't even actively help her.

He shared that his wife has kept a jar in the house containing 260,000 yen (US$1,740) for his daily expenses. He says he doesn't even think about paying her back as that would "make her cry".

In his videos, he fully shares his life as a kept man and talks about mutual support and understanding within a relationship. He says how he stays in bed with his wife on Sundays till noon despite waking up at 7 am himself because she sleeps till that time.

He states that he does this so that his wife doesn't feel anxious about sleeping till late. While he doesn't work around the house, he says he sticks by her at all times so she doesn't get "resentful". He takes care of small things, such as letting her use the bathroom first so she doesn't have to step on a damp floor.&nbsp;

According to him, the way to be a proper kept man is to mutually enhance each other’s lives.

A Chinese man is going viral for being a kept man whose Japanese wife completely takes care of him financially. Nicknamed “a lady killer”, the man shared his story on the internet and garnered over one million followers on Douyin in just a month.

A Chinese man is going viral for being a kept man whose Japanese wife completely takes care of him financially. Nicknamed “a lady killer”, the man shared his story on the internet and garnered over one million followers on Douyin in just a month. The man has been living in Japan for eight years and has been sharing his experiences of being a "kept man". In Japan, men are seen as the primary money makers in a family while women mostly focus on housework. This is the reason the man, known as “Sudden Fantasy” online, is becoming a topic of discussion. SCMP reported that he has amassed a following of 1.4 million on Douyin in just a month. Sudden Fantasy calls himself "an ordinary man from Beijing", stating that his wife is well-educated and employed. She also belongs to a rich Japanese family, with her mother having travelled to several international destinations. He says that due to his financial problems, he did not think about pursuing a romantic relationship with his wife whose Chinese name is Fenghua. However, at one point he was struggling to even eat. Also Read: In Japan, this man with six partners wants to father 54 children, earn the title of ‘god of marriage’ This is when Fenghua brought him food and helped him pay his tuition fees. The couple dated for two and a half years before getting married. He doesn't even help with household chores Sudden Fantasy soon decided to quit his job and now completely relies on his wife for everything. He says he simply plays video games all day while his wife works to fulfil all their needs. She also does all the household chores and he doesn't even actively help her. He shared that his wife has kept a jar in the house containing 260,000 yen (US$1,740) for his daily expenses. He says he doesn't even think about paying her back as that would "make her cry". In his videos, he fully shares his life as a kept man and talks about mutual support and understanding within a relationship. He says how he stays in bed with his wife on Sundays till noon despite waking up at 7 am himself because she sleeps till that time. He states that he does this so that his wife doesn't feel anxious about sleeping till late. While he doesn't work around the house, he says he sticks by her at all times so she doesn't get "resentful". He takes care of small things, such as letting her use the bathroom first so she doesn't have to step on a damp floor. According to him, the way to be a proper kept man is to mutually enhance each other’s lives.

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Japan's ruling party is set to face an uphill battle in the upcoming snap elections. According to reports from major Japanese media houses the LDP may lose its majority in the lower house for the first time in over 15 years. The snap general election in Japan is on october 27. Watch to know more.

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There’s one thing to be lonely, celebrating it in the name of the culture of a country in another, and this is what Japan’s Bocchi culture is all about. Bocchi, a Japanese slang expression for aloneness or loneliness have become quite famous in Japan for people to poke fun at themselves, express a sense of isolation, or a little of both.

Japan widely allows bocchi culture, which simply means living and eating alone. Some restaurants in the country are even designed for eating in silence. There are even various forms of entertainment that seek to replace real social connections with paid or virtual substitutes.&nbsp;

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People in Japan, especially nature lovers seem to embrace the bocchi lifestyle with pride. But this strange amusing way to loneliness is the epidemic of loneliness affecting up to 40 per cent of Japanese people.&nbsp;

<h2>What is Japan’s bocchi culture?</h2>

The word bocchi is short for hitoribocchi, from hitori (one person) and bocchi, a word derived from another Japanese word houshi (Buddhist priest). While these origins seem to have some Zen connotations, the modern-day word has an essence that is a more pathetic kind of loneliness.&nbsp;

Bocchi can be used to express sadness about being alone, but it can also be used in a humorous, self-deprecating way. The word can be used with many other words to form humours expressions like bocchi meshi (eating alone), bocchi ramen (eating ramen alone) and similar foodie examples that are especially popular.

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One popular example of bocchi’s more tongue-in-cheek usage is the term kuribocchi. The kuri is short for kurisumasu (Christmas).&nbsp;

In Japan, Christmas is not a day traditionally spent with family, but a romantic holiday similar to Valentine’s Day. So referring to oneself as kuribocchi is a way of highlighting that you are dateless or single on this day of love.&nbsp;

<h2>How does Japan enable bocchi lifestyle?</h2>

Japan’s loneliness is no joke. The number of lonely deaths in elderly people is a staggering 68,000 each year. To address these troubling statistics, the Japanese government appointed its first Minister of Loneliness in 2021. But, on the other hand, several aspects of Japanese culture and infrastructure support and enable a solitary way of life.&nbsp;

In Japanese cities, single people tend to live alone, including university students. Sharing a home with a friend or housemate is unusual in the country, and living with a partner before marriage is much less common. But loners in Japan are well-catered to in daily life, instead of being asked to share their lives with someone.

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Most restaurant chains offer plenty of single-occupant counter seats, while private internet and manga cafe rooms are designed with individual customers in mind. The country’s infamous host and hostess bars also provide paid company in the absence of a genuine date.

Many forms of Japanese entertainment are also designed to appeal to lonely consumers. The Japanese idol industry encourages para-social relationships between artists and fans. Online games known as dating sims, in which the player aims to woo a virtual love interest, are popular for both men and women.&nbsp;

It can be concluded that&nbsp;these trends might encourage isolation for individuals who aren’t otherwise socially outgoing.

(With inputs from agencies)

There’s one thing to be lonely, celebrating it in the name of the culture of a country in another, and this is what Japan’s Bocchi culture is all about. Bocchi, a Japanese slang expression for aloneness or loneliness have become quite famous in Japan for people to poke fun at themselves, express a sense of isolation, or a little of both.

There’s one thing to be lonely, celebrating it in the name of the culture of a country in another, and this is what Japan’s Bocchi culture is all about. Bocchi, a Japanese slang expression for aloneness or loneliness have become quite famous in Japan for people to poke fun at themselves, express a sense of isolation, or a little of both. Japan widely allows bocchi culture, which simply means living and eating alone. Some restaurants in the country are even designed for eating in silence. There are even various forms of entertainment that seek to replace real social connections with paid or virtual substitutes. Also Read | Will you live beyond 100? Unlikely, warn scientists who see longevity falling in areas known for centenarians People in Japan, especially nature lovers seem to embrace the bocchi lifestyle with pride. But this strange amusing way to loneliness is the epidemic of loneliness affecting up to 40 per cent of Japanese people. What is Japan’s bocchi culture? The word bocchi is short for hitoribocchi, from hitori (one person) and bocchi, a word derived from another Japanese word houshi (Buddhist priest). While these origins seem to have some Zen connotations, the modern-day word has an essence that is a more pathetic kind of loneliness. Bocchi can be used to express sadness about being alone, but it can also be used in a humorous, self-deprecating way. The word can be used with many other words to form humours expressions like bocchi meshi (eating alone), bocchi ramen (eating ramen alone) and similar foodie examples that are especially popular. Also Read | Therapy for children? Why early conversation around mental health is important One popular example of bocchi’s more tongue-in-cheek usage is the term kuribocchi. The kuri is short for kurisumasu (Christmas). In Japan, Christmas is not a day traditionally spent with family, but a romantic holiday similar to Valentine’s Day. So referring to oneself as kuribocchi is a way of highlighting that you are dateless or single on this day of love. How does Japan enable bocchi lifestyle? Japan’s loneliness is no joke. The number of lonely deaths in elderly people is a staggering 68,000 each year. To address these troubling statistics, the Japanese government appointed its first Minister of Loneliness in 2021. But, on the other hand, several aspects of Japanese culture and infrastructure support and enable a solitary way of life. In Japanese cities, single people tend to live alone, including university students. Sharing a home with a friend or housemate is unusual in the country, and living with a partner before marriage is much less common. But loners in Japan are well-catered to in daily life, instead of being asked to share their lives with someone. Also Read | What are ADHD and adult ADHD? Health care experts warn against self-diagnosis Most restaurant chains offer plenty of single-occupant counter seats, while private internet and manga cafe rooms are designed with individual customers in mind. The country’s infamous host and hostess bars also provide paid company in the absence of a genuine date. Many forms of Japanese entertainment are also designed to appeal to lonely consumers. The Japanese idol industry encourages para-social relationships between artists and fans. Online games known as dating sims, in which the player aims to woo a virtual love interest, are popular for both men and women. It can be concluded that these trends might encourage isolation for individuals who aren’t otherwise socially outgoing. (With inputs from agencies)

What is bocchi culture of Japan that enables loner's lifestyle or social isolation among people?

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A Japanese group Nihon Hidankyo that has been conferred with this year's Nobel Prize for Peace says an effort towards nuclear disarmament was the sole reason for their win. Their award comes in the backdrop of the rising risk of new of the use of nuclear weapons in conflicts in Ukraine and West Asia.

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At a time when countries are taking measures to keep tourists away amid overcrowding, Japan is giving free flight tickets to international travellers.&nbsp;

For people who wish to visit local destinations within the island nation, Japan Airlines has come out with a great offer. It is currently giving out free domestic travel to international tourists. Japan has become a popular attraction in the past few months, especially because of a weakened yen.

The reason for such an attractive deal is to promote the country's less visited locations and sites.

The deal is available to those coming from the US, Canada, Mexico, Thailand, Australia, Vietnam, the Philippines, China, India, Indonesia, and Taiwan.

To avail the free tickets, tourists need to first book international round-trip tickets. During the same purchase, they can then book the domestic flights on offer.

But there is a catch. Tourists need to leave the main hubs within 24 hours, or else they will be slapped with a $100 layover penalty.&nbsp;

<h2>The problem with free tickets</h2>

While the idea seems to be well placed, with getting more people to visit offbeat locations, experts fear that it might not fare well overall. The free tickets might lead to even more people landing in the main cities and popular tourist sites&nbsp;

Sara Aiko, founder of the Curated Kyoto travel agency, says, “People will continue to flock to popular destinations like Tokyo, regardless of free tickets, because they are major attractions."

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“Hotel prices have skyrocketed due to tourism, making it difficult for many locals to stay at places they used to enjoy,” Aiko told Business Insider.

Notably, according to the World Travel and Tourism Council, Japan will rake in a record-breaking $42 billion in travel revenue before the year ends.

Tourism companies stress that the most popular sites in the country are on top of the wishlist of people visiting Japan and they are never going to want to miss them.

Ben Julius, founder of Tourist Japan says, all their clients want to see icons like Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, and Mount Fuji. "The majority of visitors are first-time visitors. And when people visit Japan for the first time, they won’t miss the must-see cities," he said.

Others believe that most tourists might opt out of booking the free tickets since it means more spending in other areas. Besides, the added penalty in case they choose not to use the free tickets can also act as a deterrent.

At a time when countries are taking measures to keep tourists away amid overcrowding, Japan is giving free flight tickets to international travellers. For people who wish to visit local destinations within the island nation, Japan Airlines has come out with a great offer.

At a time when countries are taking measures to keep tourists away amid overcrowding, Japan is giving free flight tickets to international travellers. For people who wish to visit local destinations within the island nation, Japan Airlines has come out with a great offer. It is currently giving out free domestic travel to international tourists. Japan has become a popular attraction in the past few months, especially because of a weakened yen. The reason for such an attractive deal is to promote the country's less visited locations and sites. The deal is available to those coming from the US, Canada, Mexico, Thailand, Australia, Vietnam, the Philippines, China, India, Indonesia, and Taiwan. To avail the free tickets, tourists need to first book international round-trip tickets. During the same purchase, they can then book the domestic flights on offer. But there is a catch. Tourists need to leave the main hubs within 24 hours, or else they will be slapped with a $100 layover penalty. The problem with free tickets While the idea seems to be well placed, with getting more people to visit offbeat locations, experts fear that it might not fare well overall. The free tickets might lead to even more people landing in the main cities and popular tourist sites Sara Aiko, founder of the Curated Kyoto travel agency, says, “People will continue to flock to popular destinations like Tokyo, regardless of free tickets, because they are major attractions." Also Read: Chimpanzee food was vanishing at this Japanese zoo. Turns out, someone was... “Hotel prices have skyrocketed due to tourism, making it difficult for many locals to stay at places they used to enjoy,” Aiko told Business Insider. Notably, according to the World Travel and Tourism Council, Japan will rake in a record-breaking $42 billion in travel revenue before the year ends. Tourism companies stress that the most popular sites in the country are on top of the wishlist of people visiting Japan and they are never going to want to miss them. Ben Julius, founder of Tourist Japan says, all their clients want to see icons like Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, and Mount Fuji. "The majority of visitors are first-time visitors. And when people visit Japan for the first time, they won’t miss the must-see cities," he said. Others believe that most tourists might opt out of booking the free tickets since it means more spending in other areas. Besides, the added penalty in case they choose not to use the free tickets can also act as a deterrent.

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Nihon Hidankyo, a Japanese group of atomic bomb survivors, won the Nobel Peace Prize on Friday (Oct 11), for their ‘efforts to achieve a world free of nuclear weapons’.&nbsp;

The organisation includes survivors of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki by the United States and was recognised by the Norwegian Nobel Committee for its efforts.

<h2>What is Nihon Hidankyo?</h2>

The ‘Japan Confederation of A- and H-Bomb Sufferers Organizations,’ shortened as Nihon Hidankyo was a group formed by hibakusha (survivors of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki) in 1956 with the aim of pressuring the Japanese government to improve the support of victims and lobbying governments for the abolition of nuclear weapons.

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They were previously nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize in 1985, 1994, and 2015.&nbsp;

Nobel Committee Chair Joergen Watne Frydnes told news agency Reuters&nbsp;that the group was because,&nbsp;"In a world ridden (with) conflicts, where nuclear weapons is definitely part of it, we wanted to highlight the importance of strengthening the nuclear taboo, the international norm, against the use of nuclear weapons."

<h2>Nobel Committee 'wish to honour all survivors'</h2>

Frydnes also&nbsp;said the Nobel committee "wishes to honor all survivors who, despite physical suffering and painful memories, have chosen to use their costly experience to cultivate hope and engagement for peace."

<h2>Prize for Nihon Hidankyo</h2>

Each prize awarded is worth 11 million Swedish krona (about $1.1m), and winners will be given a diploma and gold medal on December 10, on the anniversary of Alfred Nobel’s death.

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The Nobel Committee has previously&nbsp;honoured the efforts to eradicate nuclear weapons.&nbsp;

In 2017, the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons won the Peace Prize and in 1995, Joseph Rotblat and the Pugwash Conferences on Science and World Affairs won for “their efforts to diminish the part played by nuclear arms in international politics and, in the longer run, to eliminate such arms.”

<h2>Peace Prize amid escalating conflicts in world</h2>

The Nobel Peace Prize was awarded on Friday amid the increased tensions in West Asia and Ukraine.&nbsp;

Toshiyuki Mimaki, co-head of Nobel Peace Prize winner Nihon Hidankyo stressed that the situation for children in Gaza is similar to the situation in Japan at the end of World War 2.&nbsp;

Mimaki added, “In Gaza, children in blood are being held. It’s like in Japan 80 years ago."

The co-founder further said that the group's win of this year's Nobel Peace Prize would boost its efforts to demonstrate that the abolition of nuclear weapons was possible.&nbsp;

“It would be a great force to appeal to the world that the abolition of nuclear weapons can be achieved,” said Mimaki during a news conference in Hiroshima.

(With inputs from agencies)

Nihon Hidankyo, a Japanese group of atomic bomb survivors, won the Nobel Peace Prize on Friday (Oct 11), for their ‘efforts to achieve a world free of nuclear weapons’.

Nihon Hidankyo, a Japanese group of atomic bomb survivors, won the Nobel Peace Prize on Friday (Oct 11), for their ‘efforts to achieve a world free of nuclear weapons’. The organisation includes survivors of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki by the United States and was recognised by the Norwegian Nobel Committee for its efforts. What is Nihon Hidankyo? The ‘Japan Confederation of A- and H-Bomb Sufferers Organizations,’ shortened as Nihon Hidankyo was a group formed by hibakusha (survivors of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki) in 1956 with the aim of pressuring the Japanese government to improve the support of victims and lobbying governments for the abolition of nuclear weapons. Also read: Japanese atomic bomb survivor group Nihon Hidankyo wins Nobel Peace Prize They were previously nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize in 1985, 1994, and 2015. Nobel Committee Chair Joergen Watne Frydnes told news agency Reuters that the group was because, "In a world ridden (with) conflicts, where nuclear weapons is definitely part of it, we wanted to highlight the importance of strengthening the nuclear taboo, the international norm, against the use of nuclear weapons." Nobel Committee 'wish to honour all survivors' Frydnes also said the Nobel committee "wishes to honor all survivors who, despite physical suffering and painful memories, have chosen to use their costly experience to cultivate hope and engagement for peace." Prize for Nihon Hidankyo Each prize awarded is worth 11 million Swedish krona (about $1.1m), and winners will be given a diploma and gold medal on December 10, on the anniversary of Alfred Nobel’s death. Watch | Nobel Prize In Medicine: Ambros And Ruvkun Win For Microrna Discovery × The Nobel Committee has previously honoured the efforts to eradicate nuclear weapons. In 2017, the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons won the Peace Prize and in 1995, Joseph Rotblat and the Pugwash Conferences on Science and World Affairs won for “their efforts to diminish the part played by nuclear arms in international politics and, in the longer run, to eliminate such arms.” Peace Prize amid escalating conflicts in world The Nobel Peace Prize was awarded on Friday amid the increased tensions in West Asia and Ukraine. Toshiyuki Mimaki, co-head of Nobel Peace Prize winner Nihon Hidankyo stressed that the situation for children in Gaza is similar to the situation in Japan at the end of World War 2. Mimaki added, “In Gaza, children in blood are being held. It’s like in Japan 80 years ago." The co-founder further said that the group's win of this year's Nobel Peace Prize would boost its efforts to demonstrate that the abolition of nuclear weapons was possible. “It would be a great force to appeal to the world that the abolition of nuclear weapons can be achieved,” said Mimaki during a news conference in Hiroshima. (With inputs from agencies)

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