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'I escaped alone': Carlos Ghosn clears family of helping Japan escape

It came after Lebanon said it had received an Interpol notice calling for Ghosn's arrest.

Japan

Japan executes Chinese national after 16 year death row stint

Wei wei was in prison for the murder of a family in 2003.

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Tokyo Olympic Stadium inaugurated by Usain Bolt

Usain Bolt may not be competing at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics but he was the star turn at the inauguration of a new stadium for the event.

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Graffiti in Barcelona shows El Clasico rivals kissing

The picture was the latest in a series of football-themed street works by a local artist called TVBOY.

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Ping-pong-playing robots and other gadgets from Tokyo showcase

From aiding humans in space, to teaching us how to play better ping pong, it seems the robots of 2019 really just want to help

Japan

Japan journalist wins civil suit against alleged rapist

Tokyo District Court has ordered Noriyuki Yamaguchi to pay 3.3m yen (€27,000) in damages to the journalist after he allegedly raped her in in 2015.

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Japanese artisans sharpen their traditional skills

In partnership with Enjoy my Japan

Craftmanship is an ancient tradition in Japan and artisans in two cities well known for metalwork are blending ancient skills with modern technology.

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The torch relay for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics will kick off in Fukushima

Tens of thousands still haven't recovered in Fukushima, displaced by nuclear radiation and unable to return to deserted places like Futaba. Time stopped in the town of 7,100 when disaster stuck on March 11, 2011.

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New Kanji, new era in Japan

The organizer of the event said that "rei" reflects the desire for happiness of the Japanese and a better future in the new era, which began when Emperor Naruhito ascended the throne on May 1.

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Forests bathed in shades of red are an enchanting autumn destination for visitors to Japan

In partnership with Enjoy my Japan

Urabandai in the Fukushima Prefecture is a place that’s become very popular for nature sightseeing - and it’s at its best during autumn.

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Japanese onsen - the ultimate in relaxation

In partnership with Enjoy my Japan

Onsen are a fundamental part of Japanese culture and it's in the natural hot springs that Japanese people love to leave behind the hectic pace of city life and enjoy the ultimate in relaxation

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Monkeys in Hokkaido botanical garden rest in hot spring

Hakodate Tropical Botanical Garden, pumps water into its monkey park every December. Staff maintain the temperature at 40 degrees Celsius.

Japan

Tokyo's famed Jiro sushi restaurant excluded from Michelin guide

The tiny basement restaurant that hosted U.S. President Barack Obama and featured in the documentary "Jiro Dreams of Sushi" is not included in this year's Michelin guide to Tokyo because it no longer accepts reservations from the general public.

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Tokyo's artistic scene is vibrant, energetic and unconventional

In partnership with Enjoy my Japan

Discovering Tokyo's diverse artistic scene is perfect for those searching for new ideas in Japan's huge capital.

Japan

Pope voices concern over future energy as he comforts victims of Fukushima disaster

Pope voices concern over future energy as he comforts victims of Fukushima disaster

Sport

Sone Akira seals Tokyo 2020 spot with Osaka Grand Slam win

Sone Akira seals Tokyo 2020 spot with Osaka Grand Slam win

Japan

Pope Francis visits Japan with anti-nuclear message

Pope Francis came to Japan with an anti-nuclear message, offering prayers for Nagasaki and Hiroshima, the only world cities to have suffered an atomic bombing.

Sport

Japan sweeps gold on Day 2 of Osaka Grand Slam

Japan strikes gold on Day 2 of Osaka Grand Slam

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Japanese imperial couple hold enthronement ceremonies in Ise sanctuary

Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako have finished two days of ceremonies at the Ise shrine in central Japan.

Sport

Abe keeps Olympic dreams alive in Osaka

Abe keeps Olympic dreams alive in Osaka