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Sagami Railway Conductor Video Sparks Controversy Over Overtime and Staffing

A video showcasing a female Sagami Railway conductor highlights concerns over chronic understaffing and excessive overtime, sparking heated comments online.

2024.11.22

Enterprise

Governor Saito Denies Election Law Violation Amid SNS Campaign Payment Claims

Governor Saito responds to allegations of illegal payments to ad companies during his SNS election campaign, with the Ministry of Internal Affairs raising concerns.

2024.11.22

politician

Harris Campaign Struggles to Raise Funds After Presidential Election Loss

Despite raising over $1 billion, Harris' campaign continues to ask for donations after the election due to high advertising costs and mounting debts.

2024.11.22

Politics

Shohei Ohtani MVP Moment: Mamiko’s Fist Bump and Forehead Flick Go Viral

Shohei Ohtani's MVP announcement was celebrated by his wife Mamiko with a fist bump and forehead flick, sending the internet into a frenzy.

2024.11.22

talent

Retirement Tax Revisions: Government Explores Salaryman Tax Increase

The Government Tax Commission begins talks on revising retirement benefit taxation, sparking concerns over a potential salaryman tax hike.

2024.11.22

Liberal Democratic Party

Good Couple Day: 70% Choose Domestic Honeymoon Destinations Amid Weak Yen

A survey reveals 70% of newlyweds prefer domestic honeymoons, driven by the weak yen. Conducted by Meiji Yasuda Life Insurance.

2024.11.22

trip

China Set to Resume Short-Term Visa Exemptions for Japanese Visitors

China is finalizing plans to resume short-term visa exemptions for Japanese visitors, following a meeting between President Xi and Prime Minister Ishiba.

2024.11.22

Politics

Okutani Chairman Denies Family Business Link to Bankruptcy and Saito Controversy

Chairman Okutani denies rumors linking his relative's bankruptcy to personal grudge against Governor Saito, calling it "not a family business."

2024.11.22

politician

Japan’s Economic Measures to Total 39 Trillion Yen, Focusing on Wages and Price Hikes

Japan's government will approve economic measures worth 39 trillion yen, focusing on wage increases, price hikes, and subsidies for utilities.

2024.11.22

policy

October Consumer Price Index Rises 2.3%, Rice Prices Soar Nearly 60%

Japan's October Consumer Price Index rose 2.3% year-on-year, driven by nearly 60% hikes in rice prices, according to government data.

2024.11.22

Japanese economy

RIKEN Develops Salt-Water Decomposable Plastic to Reduce Environmental Impact

RIKEN's new plastic decomposes in salt water, returning to raw materials. This innovation aims to cut microplastic pollution.

2024.11.22

news

Year-End Parties Shift to Open Participation, Struggling with Low Turnout

Open-participation year-end parties are trending, but many lack attendees. Restaurants report fewer bookings than usual this season.

2024.11.22

Enterprise