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Artificial intelligenceSakana AI enters chatbot race with Japan-tailored model Tokyo-based startup bets on cultural alignment to stand out in crowded field In this photo illustration, Sakana AI's logo is displayed on a smartphone screen in Canada on ... [1]

In Japan’s gastronomic firmament, Toyama Prefecture has long been overlooked and overshadowed by its neighbor, Ishikawa. The excellence of its seafood, sake, rice and other agricultural produce has never been in doubt. [2]

AHMEDABAD, India -- Indian artisans who practice embroidery and other textile disciplines honed over centuries continue to draw fashion illuminaries from all over the world. [3]

Yoga classes and vinyl records aren’t typical features of the traditional Japanese sento (public bathhouse) but these are challenging times for the bath business and Takuya Shimbo, owner of two such Tokyo venues, is doing everything he can to keep th... [5]

TOKYO -- An hour's train ride from Tokyo will take you to Sakado, Saitama Prefecture, where you can find a mug full of fluffy animals to savor with your tongue as well as your eyes. [6]

By KYAW ZWA MOE Thursday, November 17, 2011 By KYAW ZWA MOE Thursday, November 17, 2011 By KYAW ZWA MOE Thursday, November 17, 2011 [7]

BANGKOK, April 10 – Army chief Prayuth Chan-ocha made a field trip to Thailand’s restive South today for a first-hand update on the troubled situation and a meeting with Muslim religious and community leaders. [8]

Japan's Financial Services Agency is right to promote the growth of its Shariah-compliant finance sector. [9]

Note: This briefing is based on limited source coverage. The evidence may be incomplete or outdated.

Sources
[1] TH asia.nikkei.com · 2026-03-24 · 35% match

Sakana AI enters chatbot race with Japan-tailored model

Artificial intelligenceSakana AI enters chatbot race with Japan-tailored model Tokyo-based startup bets on cultural alignment to stand out in crowded field In this photo illustration, Sakana AI's logo is displayed on a smartphone screen in Canada on

[2] MM www.japantimes.co.jp · 2025-08-08 · 38% match

At Himawari Shokudo 2, Italian food with a Japanese soul

In Japan’s gastronomic firmament, Toyama Prefecture has long been overlooked and overshadowed by its neighbor, Ishikawa. The excellence of its seafood, sake, rice and other agricultural produce has never been in doubt.

[3] TH asia.nikkei.com · 2025-06-07 · 33% match

India's centuries-old cotton traditions attract high-end designers

AHMEDABAD, India -- Indian artisans who practice embroidery and other textile disciplines honed over centuries continue to draw fashion illuminaries from all over the world.

[4] FI yle.fi · 2016-05-24 · 50% match

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The Espoo city council has given a green light to a plan to provide free contraception to young female residents.

[5] TH asia.nikkei.com · 2021-04-17 · 41% match

Tokyo 'sento' bathhouses revamped for a new era

Yoga classes and vinyl records aren’t typical features of the traditional Japanese sento (public bathhouse) but these are challenging times for the bath business and Takuya Shimbo, owner of two such Tokyo venues, is doing everything he can to keep th

[6] TH asia.nikkei.com · 2015-12-13 · 37% match

A mug full of 'kawaii' to keep winter at bay

TOKYO -- An hour's train ride from Tokyo will take you to Sakado, Saitama Prefecture, where you can find a mug full of fluffy animals to savor with your tongue as well as your eyes.

[7] MM www2.irrawaddy.com · 40% match

Another Decision Day for Suu Kyi

By KYAW ZWA MOE Thursday, November 17, 2011 By KYAW ZWA MOE Thursday, November 17, 2011 By KYAW ZWA MOE Thursday, November 17, 2011

[8] TH www.pattayamail.com · 2013-04-11 · 34% match

Army chief meets military officials, Muslim leaders in South

BANGKOK, April 10 – Army chief Prayuth Chan-ocha made a field trip to Thailand’s restive South today for a first-hand update on the troubled situation and a meeting with Muslim religious and community leaders.

[9] TH asia.nikkei.com · 2015-04-17 · 34% match

Japan is right to seek sukuk success

Japan's Financial Services Agency is right to promote the growth of its Shariah-compliant finance sector.

[10] TH asia.nikkei.com · 2023-10-14 · 34% match

Finland's sauna giants target Japan as emerging hot spot

HELSINKI -- Matias Jarnefelt is always thinking about saunas. But the CEO of Harvia Group isn't sneaking out of his suburban Helsinki office to enjoy Finland's favorite way to relax.

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