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Japan Expects Fewer Domestic Travelers This Summer

TOKYO, Jul 05 (News On Japan) - This summer, fewer people in Japan are expected to travel for vacation compared to last year, with high prices influenced by a weak yen being a contributing factor.

Shizuoka Hits 40°C as Heatwave Grips 26 Prefectures

July 7 saw dangerously high temperatures across a broad region from Kyushu to Tohoku. Shizuoka City recorded the nation's first 40°C day this year, and over 200 locations experienced extreme heat.

Koike to win third term as Tokyo Governor

Tokyo Governor Koike Yuriko is projected to win her third term following Sunday's vote.

Senkyo-Wari: Free Ramen Toppings to Boost Voter Turnout

The Tokyo gubernatorial election, with voting on July 7, has sparked a debate over the 'Senkyo-Wari' campaign, which offers discounts and services at participating stores upon presenting a voting certificate, aimed at boosting voter turnout. Approximately 250 establishments, including ramen shops, cafes, and beauty salons, are participating in Tokyo.

Emura Leads Japan's Olympic Team with Determination

A ceremony for the Japanese team participating in the Paris Olympics, which begins on July 26, was held on the 5th at Yoyogi National Gymnasium No. 2 in Tokyo with the attendance of the Crown Prince and Crown Princess Akishino. Misaki Emura, the flag bearer and a female saber fencer from Tachihi Holdings, expressed her determination by stating, 'I will carry the awareness and responsibility of representing the nation, and fight with integrity to the very end.'

Okinawa Locals Protest U.S. Military Sexual Assaults

A U.S. Marine was arrested on July 4 for allegedly groping a woman's breast on a staircase in Okinawa, sparking urgent protests over the lack of transparency in the handling of such incidents by local authorities.

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Japanese Onsen Ryokan with Rural Culture and Festivals | Nebuta Matsuri

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Geisha and Maiko Pray at Yasaka Shrine

On July 5, geisha and maiko from Kyoto's Gion district participated in the 'Ochi-do' ceremony at Yasaka Shrine in Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto. The event, held to pray for the improvement of their performing arts skills and for good health during the summer, takes place annually in early July as the excitement of the Gion Festival builds up toward the Yamahoko Junko parade on July 17.

Shonan Hiratsuka Tanabata Festival Begins with Shohei Ohtani Decoration

The 'Shonan Hiratsuka Tanabata Festival,' known as one of Japan's premier Tanabata festivals, began on July 5 in Hiratsuka City, Kanagawa Prefecture.

Talents, Influencers, and Social Workers: A New Approach in Nara’s Geisha District

In the early Showa period, Nara’s "Motoryu" geisha district was bustling with activity. However, over time, it has gradually declined, leaving only Kiku, the mistress of the teahouse Tsuruya, as the last geisha. To prevent the lights of the district from going out, she has launched an innovative initiative to break tradition. We followed her efforts closely to see if this bold step could turn the situation around.