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The July 2025 Earthquake Rumour: Separating Fact from Fiction
A Growing Concern Rumours about a massive earthquake set to strike Japan on July 5, 2025, have been circulating widely across social media platforms in Japan and abroad. This predicted disaster is not backed by scientific evidence, yet the speculation has grown into a...
Yugawara: Hot Spring Resort within 60 minutes from Yokohama by Train
Yugawara Hot Spring is one of Japan's oldest and most famous hot spring resorts, with a history dating back over a thousand years. Located in Kanagawa Prefecture, near Hakone and Atami, it has long been known for its healing waters and scenic surroundings. History of...
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Bears in Japan: Rising Encounters and Lessons from Europe
Introduction — Why the Bear Problem Feels So Close to Home In recent years, reports of bears wandering into Japanese towns and villages have surged. From farmlands and school routes in rural areas to suburban neighbourhoods, bear attacks in Japan that once seemed rare...
Japanese Summer Vacation: From Edo-Era Traditions to Modern-Day Escapes
When summer arrives in Japan, it’s time for Japanese summer vacation — a short but treasured season filled with travel, festivals, and unique ways of coping with the heat. While today’s holidays might involve overseas trips, theme parks, and shopping malls, the...
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