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Shine Muscat grapes face perplexing flowering issues

The Shine Muscat grape at times suffers from a problem with flowering, an issue reported in 30 of Japan's 46 prefectures that cultivate the popular variety.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · May 25, 2023

Engine trouble likely behind GSDF helicopter crash in April

The Ground Self-Defense Force helicopter that crashed in April off Miyako Island, Okinawa Prefecture, seems to have experienced a sudden drop in engine power, according to sources.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · May 24, 2023

Hey, bugs: Red means stop!

Red coils of insect-repellent incense are prepared for shipment at the Kiyou Jochugiku Co. factory in Kainan, Wakayama Prefecture. With summer approaching, the company is in the final stages of peak shipments. The company has introduced a new product this season, designed for camping use with increased smoke output and…

The Japan News/Yomiuri · May 24, 2023

Japan to delay seeking election to nonpermanent UNSC seat

NEW YORK -- The Japanese government plans to run for a nonpermanent seat on the U.N. Security Council in 2032, U.N. diplomatic sources have said.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · May 23, 2023

Supercomputer Fugaku to train AI in Japanese language models

The Fugaku supercomputer will be used to develop basic technology for generative AI with high Japanese language ability from this month, according to an announcement by a team of Japanese research institutes and Fujitsu Ltd. on Monday.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · May 23, 2023

Makers call G7 attention to decarbonized vehicles

The Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association (JAMA) held an exhibition featuring decarbonized vehicles in Hiroshima during the recent summit of the Group of Seven nations. It exhibited 35 models including electric vehicles (EVs) and hydrogen vehicles, emphasizing various decarbonization technologies.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · May 23, 2023

South Korean experts begin Fukushima tour on treated water

A delegation of South Korean experts began a two-day observation of the Fukushima No. 1 nuclear power plant Tuesday to look into issues related to treated water.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · May 23, 2023

Cabinet rating regains 50% level after 8 months Kishida approval rating rises 9 points to 56%

Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's Cabinet approval rating has recovered to the 50% level for the first time in eight months.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · May 22, 2023

Kishida attack suspect to be detained for mental checks

The Wakayama District Court has approved prosecutors' request to detain the suspect in the April attack on Prime Minister Fumio Kishida for examination of his mental competence to bear criminal responsibility, sources have said. The examination is expected to begin this week.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · May 22, 2023

Summit turning point for restoring order

The Group of Seven summit in Hiroshima has produced a number of achievements that could serve as a turning point in rebuilding the international order, the very foundations of which are being shaken by Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · May 22, 2023