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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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.

Japan: 'Lady killer' plays video games all day while his wife earns and does chores

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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.

Japan is giving away free flight tickets, but there is a catch. Are you eligible?

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)

All about Nihon Hidankyo group, Nobel Peace Prize winner for efforts to achieve world free of nuclear weapons

Japanese organisation Nihon Hidankyo, a grassroots movement of atomic bomb survivors from Hiroshima and Nagasaki, won the Nobel Peace Prize on Friday, in a warning to countries who have nuclear weapons not to use them.

Witnesses to the only two nuclear bombs ever to be used in conflict, members of the group, also known as Hibakusha, have dedicated their lives to the struggle for a nuclear-free world.

"Hibakusha is receiving the Peace Prize for its efforts to achieve a world free of nuclear weapons and for demonstrating through witness testimony that nuclear weapons must never be used again," the Norwegian Nobel Committee said in its citation.

"The Hibakusha help us to describe the indescribable, to think the unthinkable, and to somehow grasp the incomprehensible pain and suffering caused by nuclear weapons," the committee said.

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Without naming specific countries, Joergen Watne Frydnes, chair of the Norwegian Nobel Committee, warned that nuclear nations should not contemplate using nuclear weapons.

"Today's nuclear weapons have far greater destructive power. They can kill millions and would impact the climate catastrophically," he told a press conference. "A nuclear war could destroy our civilisation."

Frydnes praised "the extraordinary efforts" of NihonHidankyo and other representatives of the Hibakusha to contribute to "the establishment of the nuclear taboo".

"It is therefore alarming that today this taboo against the use of nuclear weapons is under pressure," he said.

Next year will mark the 80th anniversary of the dropping of nuclear bombs by the United States on the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in August of 1945.

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The Norwegian Nobel Committee has regularly focused on the issue of nuclear weapons, most recently with its award to the ICAN, the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons, which won the award in 2017.

The Nobel Peace Prize, worth 11 million Swedish crowns, or about $1 million, is due to be presented in Oslo on December&nbsp;10, the anniversary of the death of Swedish industrialist Alfred Nobel, who founded the award in his 1895 will.

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Japanese organisation Nihon Hidankyo, a grassroots movement of atomic bomb survivors from Hiroshima and Nagasaki, won the Nobel Peace Prize on Friday, in a warning to countries who have nuclear weapons not to use them.

Japanese organisation Nihon Hidankyo, a grassroots movement of atomic bomb survivors from Hiroshima and Nagasaki, won the Nobel Peace Prize on Friday, in a warning to countries who have nuclear weapons not to use them. Witnesses to the only two nuclear bombs ever to be used in conflict, members of the group, also known as Hibakusha, have dedicated their lives to the struggle for a nuclear-free world. "Hibakusha is receiving the Peace Prize for its efforts to achieve a world free of nuclear weapons and for demonstrating through witness testimony that nuclear weapons must never be used again," the Norwegian Nobel Committee said in its citation. "The Hibakusha help us to describe the indescribable, to think the unthinkable, and to somehow grasp the incomprehensible pain and suffering caused by nuclear weapons," the committee said. Also read: Nobel Prize in Literature 2024 awarded to South Korean author Han Kang Without naming specific countries, Joergen Watne Frydnes, chair of the Norwegian Nobel Committee, warned that nuclear nations should not contemplate using nuclear weapons. "Today's nuclear weapons have far greater destructive power. They can kill millions and would impact the climate catastrophically," he told a press conference. "A nuclear war could destroy our civilisation." Frydnes praised "the extraordinary efforts" of NihonHidankyo and other representatives of the Hibakusha to contribute to "the establishment of the nuclear taboo". "It is therefore alarming that today this taboo against the use of nuclear weapons is under pressure," he said. Next year will mark the 80th anniversary of the dropping of nuclear bombs by the United States on the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in August of 1945. Watch | South Korean Author Han Kang Wins Nobel Prize in Literature × The Norwegian Nobel Committee has regularly focused on the issue of nuclear weapons, most recently with its award to the ICAN, the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons, which won the award in 2017. The Nobel Peace Prize, worth 11 million Swedish crowns, or about $1 million, is due to be presented in Oslo on December 10, the anniversary of the death of Swedish industrialist Alfred Nobel, who founded the award in his 1895 will. 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.

Japanese atomic bomb survivor group Nihon Hidankyo wins Nobel Peace Prize

One of Tokyo's busiest nightlife districts Shibuya has cancelled events for Halloween and imposed a new public drinking ban. This comes after the District attracted Rowdy party goers on festivals like Halloween and New Year. The authorities previously had implemented public drinking bans in a bit to curb public drinking at the iconic Shibuya Crossing and surrounding areas.

Tokyo Imposes Ban On Alcohol In Shibuya

Japanese manufacturers were more positive about business conditions in October, according to a Reuters monthly poll on Wednesday, though they remain cagey about the speed of economic recovery in China.

Sentiment in the service sector eased, as the survey reflected, presenting Japan with uneven economic conditions.

The Reuters Tankan, closely tracking the Bank of Japan's quarterly business survey, showed the sentiment index for manufacturers was at plus 7 in October, up from plus 4 in September.

In the latest poll, 506 major non-financial firms were surveyed, with 241 companies responding anonymously between Sept. 25 and Oct. 4.

China, Japan's second-largest export market after the U.S., began announcing aggressive economic stimulus efforts on Sept. 24.

A wide cross-section of Japanese industries said business sentiments brightened, and in increases, it was led by chemicals and food industries.

"We are seeing a stronger-than-expected rebound in the electronics materials sector," a chemicals maker manager said in the poll.

Memory chip makers, in particular, have been selling well, according to a manager at an electronics firm.

Manufacturers expect their business sentiment to rise further to plus 9 in the next three months, said the survey.

However, managers across multiple sectors voiced concerns about the weak Chinese economy.

"Our clients are growing cautious about raising capital expenditures due to a Chinese economic slowdown," a machinery maker manager said.

The Reuters Tankan service-sector index fell for the fourth straight month in October to plus 20, from plus 23 in September, with both the transport and wholesale sectors experiencing the sharpest decline in sentiment. It was also the lowest since February last year.

"We have been unable to fully pass on higher energy costs and currency impacts to pricing," a wholesaler manager wrote.

Other factors mentioned by non-manufacturers were the slowing Chinese economy, unpredictable weather, and a stronger yen.

Despite this, service sector firms expect the index to rebound to plus 22 in January as a result of good investment in information systems and foreign tourist spending.

The Reuters Tankan indexes are achieved by subtracting the percentage of pessimists from the optimistic ones. A positive figure indicates optimists outnumber pessimists.

Japanese manufacturers were more positive about business conditions in October, according to a Reuters monthly poll on Wednesday, though they remain cagey about the speed of economic recovery in China.

Japanese manufacturers were more positive about business conditions in October, according to a Reuters monthly poll on Wednesday, though they remain cagey about the speed of economic recovery in China. Sentiment in the service sector eased, as the survey reflected, presenting Japan with uneven economic conditions. The Reuters Tankan, closely tracking the Bank of Japan's quarterly business survey, showed the sentiment index for manufacturers was at plus 7 in October, up from plus 4 in September. In the latest poll, 506 major non-financial firms were surveyed, with 241 companies responding anonymously between Sept. 25 and Oct. 4. China, Japan's second-largest export market after the U.S., began announcing aggressive economic stimulus efforts on Sept. 24. A wide cross-section of Japanese industries said business sentiments brightened, and in increases, it was led by chemicals and food industries. "We are seeing a stronger-than-expected rebound in the electronics materials sector," a chemicals maker manager said in the poll. Memory chip makers, in particular, have been selling well, according to a manager at an electronics firm. Manufacturers expect their business sentiment to rise further to plus 9 in the next three months, said the survey. However, managers across multiple sectors voiced concerns about the weak Chinese economy. "Our clients are growing cautious about raising capital expenditures due to a Chinese economic slowdown," a machinery maker manager said. The Reuters Tankan service-sector index fell for the fourth straight month in October to plus 20, from plus 23 in September, with both the transport and wholesale sectors experiencing the sharpest decline in sentiment. It was also the lowest since February last year. "We have been unable to fully pass on higher energy costs and currency impacts to pricing," a wholesaler manager wrote. Other factors mentioned by non-manufacturers were the slowing Chinese economy, unpredictable weather, and a stronger yen. Despite this, service sector firms expect the index to rebound to plus 22 in January as a result of good investment in information systems and foreign tourist spending. The Reuters Tankan indexes are achieved by subtracting the percentage of pessimists from the optimistic ones. A positive figure indicates optimists outnumber pessimists.

Japan manufacturers’ confidence improves in October, concerns about China persist

Amidst criticism that the vote is taking place far too soon, the new Japanese prime minister, Shigeru Ishiba, dissolved the lower chamber of parliament on Wednesday in order to hold a snap election on October 27. Ishiba asked the public to have faith in the party's policies. Ishiba assumed office last week following the resignation of Fumio Kishida, who had led the ruling Liberal Democratic Party for three years during a period marred by corruption scandals.

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Japan's government has admitted an official photo of its new cabinet was manipulated to make members look less unkempt after online speculation that it had been edited. Watch for more details!

Japanese Government Confesses Manipulation of Cabinet Members' Photo

The Japanese government accepted that a recent official photo of its new cabinet was “edited” to make members look less unkempt. This came after a lot of buzz was going around the image being manipulated by the authorities.

Photos of the cabinet, taken by local media, with new Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and his defence minister showed&nbsp;small patches of clothing visible under their suits. However, the official photos shared by the prime minister’s office on Thursday (Oct 3), didn’t have&nbsp;any of such loose clothing, creating online speculation.

The government spokesperson on Monday (Oct 7) said “minor editing was made” to the image, after rounds of online mockery.

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Spokesman Yoshimasa Hayashi told reporters the image had been manipulated as group photos taken by the prime minister's office "will be preserved forever as memorabilia".

He added that "minor editing is customarily performed on these photos".&nbsp;
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He was further mocked online for his bizarre reasoning behind the editing.

"This is more hideous than a group picture of some kind of a seniors' club during a trip to a hot spring. It's utterly embarrassing," one user wrote on X.

Another user said it was clear the cabinet members were wearing suits in the incorrect size.

Other users have been referring to the cabinet – and their trousers – as "ill-fitting", according to local media.

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The photograph was taken on October 3 following the first meeting of Japan's new cabinet.&nbsp;

A few days earlier, Ishiba, 67, replaced outgoing Prime Minister&nbsp;Fumio Kishida, as chief of the country's ruling party. He was officially appointed to the role of prime minister on Tuesday.

Ishiba has announced plans for a snap election on October 27.

"It is important for the new administration to be judged by the people as soon as possible," he told a news conference in Tokyo, according to Reuters. The election will decide which party controls parliament's lower house.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

The Japanese government accepted that a recent official photo of its new cabinet was “edited” to make members look less unkempt. This came after a lot of buzz was going around the image being manipulated by the authorities.

The Japanese government accepted that a recent official photo of its new cabinet was “edited” to make members look less unkempt. This came after a lot of buzz was going around the image being manipulated by the authorities. Photos of the cabinet, taken by local media, with new Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and his defence minister showed small patches of clothing visible under their suits. However, the official photos shared by the prime minister’s office on Thursday (Oct 3), didn’t have any of such loose clothing, creating online speculation. The government spokesperson on Monday (Oct 7) said “minor editing was made” to the image, after rounds of online mockery. Also Read | Chinese boy goes to foot spa for treatment of nail infection, ends up losing finger Spokesman Yoshimasa Hayashi told reporters the image had been manipulated as group photos taken by the prime minister's office "will be preserved forever as memorabilia". He added that "minor editing is customarily performed on these photos". He was further mocked online for his bizarre reasoning behind the editing. "This is more hideous than a group picture of some kind of a seniors' club during a trip to a hot spring. It's utterly embarrassing," one user wrote on X. Another user said it was clear the cabinet members were wearing suits in the incorrect size. Other users have been referring to the cabinet – and their trousers – as "ill-fitting", according to local media. Also Read | ‘From rag to riches,’ Sri Lankan worker becomes millionaire in Australia doing cleaning jobs The photograph was taken on October 3 following the first meeting of Japan's new cabinet. A few days earlier, Ishiba, 67, replaced outgoing Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, as chief of the country's ruling party. He was officially appointed to the role of prime minister on Tuesday. Ishiba has announced plans for a snap election on October 27. "It is important for the new administration to be judged by the people as soon as possible," he told a news conference in Tokyo, according to Reuters. The election will decide which party controls parliament's lower house. (With inputs from agencies)

Japan's government admits editing 'untidy' cabinet photo after online scrutiny

In Japan, sex workers are increasingly facing challenges related to physical violence and extortion. Reports indicate that many individuals in the sex trade encounter harassment, abuse, and threats from both clients and organized crime groups. This violence often goes unreported due to fear of retribution and a lack of legal protection, leaving many vulnerable and isolated.

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In a bizarre situation, an R-rated film started accidentally playing on a Qantas flight from Sydney, Australia, to Haneda, Japan, for all passengers on all in-flight screens because of a technical glitch, reported news.com.au.&nbsp;

The incident took place on flight QF59 and made many passengers uncomfortable, especially those travelling with families and children.&nbsp;

The R-rated film that played on the flight was Daddio&nbsp;(2023), featuring Hollywood actors Dakota Johnson and Sean Penn. The movie included scenes of graphic nudity, explicit sexual content and exposed genitals.

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Taking to Reddit, one passenger wrote, "It was impossible to pause, dim, or turn it off. The worst part was that the movie was extremely inappropriate."

“Here’s the kicker. The movie they played was extremely inappropriate. It featured graphic nudity and a lot of sexting – the kind where you could literally read the texts on screen without needing headphones. It was super uncomfortable for everyone, especially with families and kids on board," said the user.

The passengers said that the crew was able to change the movie and play a more family-friendly option after nearly an hour.

<h2>Here's why the technical glitch occurred</h2>

Acknowledging the incident, Qantas said that a technical malfunction occurred in the in-flight entertainment system because of which passengers were not able to select individual films.

As per the New York Post, the airline said that the crew members tried to resolve the issue and asked about the movie preferences of passengers, because of which the entire cabin ended up seeing Daddio.

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However, when the crew members realised that the movie was not appropriate for all viewers, they tried to fix the screens.

A Qantas spokesperson, in a statement to news.com.au, apologised for the incident and emphasised that their standard procedure is to play family-friendly films on all screens when individual selection is unavailable.

"The movie was clearly not suitable to play for the whole flight, and we sincerely apologize to customers for this experience," said the spokesperson, adding that they are looking into the incident.

(With inputs from agencies)

In a bizarre situation, an R-rated film started accidentally playing on a Qantas flight from Sydney, Australia, to Haneda, Japan, for all passengers on all in-flight screens because of a technical glitch, reported news.

In a bizarre situation, an R-rated film started accidentally playing on a Qantas flight from Sydney, Australia, to Haneda, Japan, for all passengers on all in-flight screens because of a technical glitch, reported news.com.au. The incident took place on flight QF59 and made many passengers uncomfortable, especially those travelling with families and children. The R-rated film that played on the flight was Daddio (2023), featuring Hollywood actors Dakota Johnson and Sean Penn. The movie included scenes of graphic nudity, explicit sexual content and exposed genitals. Also Read: Frontier Airlines jet bursts into flames while landing at Las Vegas airport, video goes viral Taking to Reddit, one passenger wrote, "It was impossible to pause, dim, or turn it off. The worst part was that the movie was extremely inappropriate." “Here’s the kicker. The movie they played was extremely inappropriate. It featured graphic nudity and a lot of sexting – the kind where you could literally read the texts on screen without needing headphones. It was super uncomfortable for everyone, especially with families and kids on board," said the user. The passengers said that the crew was able to change the movie and play a more family-friendly option after nearly an hour. Here's why the technical glitch occurred Acknowledging the incident, Qantas said that a technical malfunction occurred in the in-flight entertainment system because of which passengers were not able to select individual films. As per the New York Post, the airline said that the crew members tried to resolve the issue and asked about the movie preferences of passengers, because of which the entire cabin ended up seeing Daddio. Also Read: Scientists want to add 50 minutes to your flight time to save the planet However, when the crew members realised that the movie was not appropriate for all viewers, they tried to fix the screens. A Qantas spokesperson, in a statement to news.com.au, apologised for the incident and emphasised that their standard procedure is to play family-friendly films on all screens when individual selection is unavailable. "The movie was clearly not suitable to play for the whole flight, and we sincerely apologize to customers for this experience," said the spokesperson, adding that they are looking into the incident. (With inputs from agencies)

Bizarre! R-rated movie plays on Japan-bound flight for all passengers with no option to turn it off

Japan's new Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba warned in his first policy speech on Friday that “today’s Ukraine could be tomorrow’s East Asia”. “Combined with the situation in the Middle East, the international community is becoming increasingly divided and confrontational,” said Ishiba.

Japan PM Ishiba Warns ‘Today’s Ukraine Could Be Tomorrow’s East Asia’

A Chinese aircraft carrier, flanked by four destroyers and a fast combat support ship, was spotted alarmingly close to the Japanese island of Okinotorishima. This has sparked a strong diplomatic response from Japan, with the country calling these maneuvers, a direct threat to its security and stability. The warships were also seen near the Philippines’ Island of Mindanao.

Chinese Warship Near Japanese Waters Ring Alarm Bells In Tokyo

Japan’s ruling party picked Shigeru Ishiba as its next leader, positioning an advocate of an “Asian NATO” to become prime minister in a move that risks further increasing tensions with China. Ishiba, a 67-year-old party veteran who has served in several senior roles including defense minister, beat Sanae Takaichi in a run-off for the leadership of the Liberal Democratic Party, helped by strong support among rank-and-file members.

Japan New PM Plan Of 'Asian NATO' To Deter China's Growing Aggression

Tokyo already boasts an extensive system of tunnels, drainage channels and storage cisterns, but like much of the world Japan is coping with unprecedented weather due to climate change, forcing it to dig once more. To fight climate-induced extreme weather events, Deep below the streets, Tokyo is tunneling to stop climate change flooding the city. Watch in for more details!

Tokyo Expands Underground 'Temple' Complex To Counter Climate Change Flooding

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