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Japan and ASEAN to Collaborate on Advanced Digital Talent Development

TOKYO, May 24 (News On Japan) - Prime Minister Kishida has announced a goal to train 100,000 advanced digital talents over the next five years. Speaking at the Nikkei Forum 'Future of Asia' held in Tokyo, Kishida outlined a plan to develop high-level digital professionals in the fields of artificial intelligence (AI) and semiconductors in collaboration with ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) countries.

The initiative will involve partnerships with universities across ASEAN nations. Additionally, Kishida announced the second ministerial meeting of the "Asia Zero Emission Community," set to take place in August this year in Jakarta, Indonesia, to discuss cooperation in achieving carbon neutrality. The meeting will focus on collaboration in the power and transportation sectors.

Source: テレ東BIZ

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Japan to Release Rice Reserves as Prices Surge Past 5,000 Yen for 5kg

Japan’s rice prices have been steadily climbing, with the cost of a 5-kilogram bag rising from 2,430 to 3,297 yen last year and further increasing to 3,949 yen this year, putting pressure on household budgets. To curb these rising prices, the government has decided to release its rice reserves.

Nagano's Snowy Road Signs Turn into Vandal Hotspots

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Gunkanjima Faces Collapse Risk as Buildings Deteriorate

The historic buildings of Hashima Island, commonly known as Gunkanjima, are facing a risk of collapse due to ongoing deterioration, it was revealed on March 3rd. The island, part of the "Sites of Japan's Meiji Industrial Revolution," a UNESCO World Heritage site that marks its 10th anniversary this summer, has seen its structures degrade significantly over time.

Nara's Omizutori Fire Ritual Marks 1,274 Year

The annual Shunie ceremony, commonly known as Omizutori, has begun at Todai-ji Temple in Nara. Carrying large torches, attendants lit the way as monks, known as the Rengyoshu, slowly ascended the steps of Nigatsudo Hall.

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