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Few Japanese and even fewer foreigners are aware of its existence.
Nobel peace prize awarded to Japanese atomic bomb survivors’ group
'It is a realisation towards nuclear abolition and lasting peace,' said a member.
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Former defence minister to be Japan’s PM after winning party vote
Shigeru Ishiba will become Japan's next prime minister.
How I exposed my rapist — and kick-started Japan’s MeToo
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World's longest-serving death row prisoner acquitted
88-year-old Iwao Hakamada was not guilty in a retrial, a Japanese court rules.
Japan majority support hanging despite global criticism
Japan's death penalty faces scrutiny as Iwao Hakamada's fate hangs in the balance.
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Asia stocks hold steady as more rate cuts loom
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Aukus celebrates birthday as NZ continues to deliberate involvement
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Japanese Ambassador met Govt to discuss energy crisis impact on investment
Japan's Ambassador warned high prices were squeezing big investors.
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