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Japan Princess Aiko in Laos

Japanese Princess Aiko smiles during a Japanese culture class at a school in Vientiane on Nov. 19, 2025, during her official trip to Laos. (Pool photo)

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Japan Princess Aiko in Laos

Japanese Princess Aiko observes a class teaching Japanese culture at a school in Vientiane on Nov. 19, 2025, during her official trip to Laos. (Pool photo)

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Japan Princess Aiko in Laos

Japanese Princess Aiko observes a class teaching Japanese culture at a school in Vientiane on Nov. 19, 2025, during her official trip to Laos. (Pool photo)

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Japan emperor, empress meet Order of Culture recipients

Japanese Emperor Naruhito (L, back) and Empress Masako meet recipients of the Order of Culture and Person of Cultural Merit awards at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo on Nov. 4, 2025. (Pool photo)

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Japan emperor, empress meet Order of Culture recipients

Japanese Emperor Naruhito (front, L), Empress Masako (front, R), Crown Prince Fumihito (back, L) and Crown Princess Kiko attend a tea ceremony with recipients of the Order of Culture and Person of Cultural Merit awards at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo on Nov. 4, 2025. (Pool photo)

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Japan emperor, empress meet Order of Culture recipients

Japanese Emperor Naruhito (front, L), Empress Masako (front, R), Crown Prince Fumihito (back, L) and Crown Princess Kiko attend a tea ceremony with recipients of the Order of Culture and Person of Cultural Merit awards at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo on Nov. 4, 2025. (Pool photo)

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Japan emperor, empress meet Order of Culture recipients

Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako meet recipients of the Order of Culture and Person of Cultural Merit awards at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo on Nov. 4, 2025. (Pool photo)

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Japan emperor, empress meet Order of Culture recipients

Japanese Emperor Naruhito (C) and Empress Masako meet recipients of the Order of Culture and Person of Cultural Merit awards at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo on Nov. 4, 2025. (Pool photo)

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Order of Culture Award

Kyoto University distinguished professor Susumu Kitagawa, a co-winner of this year's Nobel Prize in Chemistry (R) receives the Order of Culture, Japan's top cultural award, from Emperor Naruhito at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo on Nov. 3, 2025. (Pool photo)

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Order of Culture Award

Japanese fashion designer Junko Koshino (R) receives the Order of Culture, Japan's top cultural award, from Emperor Naruhito at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo on Nov. 3, 2025. (Pool photo)

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Order of Culture Award

Kyoto University distinguished professor Susumu Kitagawa, a co-winner of this year's Nobel Prize in Chemistry, attends a press conference in Tokyo on Nov. 3, 2025, after receiving the Order of Culture, Japan's top cultural award, at an Imperial Palace ceremony.

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Order of Culture Award

Kyoto University distinguished professor Susumu Kitagawa, a co-winner of this year's Nobel Prize in Chemistry, attends a press conference in Tokyo on Nov. 3, 2025, after receiving the Order of Culture, Japan's top cultural award, at an Imperial Palace ceremony.

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Order of Culture Award

Japanese fashion designer Junko Koshino attends a press conference in Tokyo on Nov. 3, 2025, after receiving the Order of Culture, Japan's top cultural award, at an Imperial Palace ceremony.

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Order of Culture Award

Japanese pro baseball's all-time home run king and chairman of the SoftBank Hawks Sadaharu Oh attends a press conference in Tokyo on Nov. 3, 2025, after receiving the Order of Culture, Japan's top cultural award, at an Imperial Palace ceremony.

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Order of Culture Award

Japanese pro baseball's all-time home run king and chairman of the SoftBank Hawks Sadaharu Oh (R) receives the Order of Culture, Japan's top cultural award, from Emperor Naruhito at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo on Nov. 3, 2025. (Pool photo)

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Order of Culture Award

Japanese pro baseball's all-time home run king and chairman of the SoftBank Hawks Sadaharu Oh attends a press conference in Tokyo on Nov. 3, 2025, after receiving the Order of Culture, Japan's top cultural award, at an Imperial Palace ceremony.

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Order of Culture Award

Japanese pro baseball's all-time home run king and chairman of the SoftBank Hawks Sadaharu Oh attends a press conference in Tokyo on Nov. 3, 2025, after receiving the Order of Culture, Japan's top cultural award, at an Imperial Palace ceremony.

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Lineup of Japan PM Takaichi's Cabinet

Yohei Matsumoto, who is set to become education, culture, sports, science and technology minister in the Cabinet of new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, arrives at the premier's office in Tokyo on Oct. 21, 2025, before an attestation ceremony at the Imperial Palace.

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Japan: Angolan Staff Bring Joyful Farewell on One of Osaka Expo’s Last Trains

As the Osaka Expo came to a close, the final day left a mix of excitement and bittersweet emotions among the staff. On one of the last Osaka Metro trains departing the site, a group of staff from Angola brought the carriage to life, singing and dancing together. Their joyful celebration reflected both the exhilaration of the Expo’s successful conclusion and the tinge of sadness that comes with saying goodbye. Amid laughter, music, and shared camaraderie, the atmosphere became infectious, spreading throughout the train as everyone joined in the spontaneous farewell. In that moment, it seemed that the unspoken motto was clear: “Let’s all part with a smile.”

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[Breaking News]Expo event to pitch Kyushu food, culture

OSAKA, Japan, Sept. 4 Kyodo - A performer dances during an event to promote food and culture in the seven prefectures that make up Japan's Kyushu southwestern region at the World Exposition in Osaka on Sept. 3, 2025. (Kyodo)

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Japan crown prince at award ceremony

Japan's Crown Prince Fumihito addresses the award ceremony for the Fukuoka Prize for individuals and organizations who contributed to the preservation and creation of Asian culture on Sept. 16, 2025, in the southwestern Japan city of Fukuoka.

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Japan crown prince at award ceremony

Japan's Crown Prince Fumihito addresses the award ceremony for the Fukuoka Prize for individuals and organizations who contributed to the preservation and creation of Asian culture on Sept. 16, 2025, in the southwestern Japan city of Fukuoka.

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Japan crown prince at award ceremony

Japan's Crown Prince Fumihito and Crown Princess Kiko attend the award ceremony for the Fukuoka Prize for individuals and organizations who contributed to the preservation and creation of Asian culture on Sept. 16, 2025, in the southwestern Japan city of Fukuoka.

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Japan: Historic Kishiwada Danjiri Festival Kicks Off in Osaka With Massive Floats

The annual Kishiwada Danjiri Festival began on September 13 in Kishiwada City, Osaka Prefecture, running through September 14. Thirty-four massive wooden floats, each over 4 meters tall and weighing more than 4 tons, raced through the city streets of the Kishiwada and Haruki districts to the spirited chant of “Sorya, Sorya.” Festival participants in matching happi coats pulled the floats with ropes, while “daiku-gata” performers danced atop the roofs with fans. At intersections, the floats performed the festival’s signature “yarimawashi,” a dramatic 90-degree turn executed at high speed, thrilling spectators with cheers. Drums, flutes, and bells added to the festive atmosphere. The festival, held for over 300 years since the Edo period, continues late into the evening on September 13, with a ceremonial shrine visit (“Miyairi”) scheduled on September 14.

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China festival in Tokyo

Chinese Ambassador to Japan Wu Jianghao speaks during the opening ceremony of a two-day festival meant to promote China's culture and technology at Yoyogi Park in Tokyo on Sept. 6, 2025.

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China festival in Tokyo

Chinese Ambassador to Japan Wu Jianghao speaks during the opening ceremony of a two-day festival meant to promote China's culture and technology at Yoyogi Park in Tokyo on Sept. 6, 2025.

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Demon Slayer - La Forteresse Infinie Paris Film Premiere

Japan culture at Japan Ambassy in Paris M. Saito with delegation attends 'Demon Slayer - La Forteresse Infinie' Paris Film Premiere at Le Grand Rex on September 05, 2025 in Paris, France. Photo by Nasser Berzane/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Demon Slayer - La Forteresse Infinie Paris Film Premiere

Japan culture at Japan Ambassy in Paris M. Saito with delegation attends 'Demon Slayer - La Forteresse Infinie' Paris Film Premiere at Le Grand Rex on September 05, 2025 in Paris, France. Photo by Nasser Berzane/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Demon Slayer - La Forteresse Infinie Paris Film Premiere

Japan culture at Japan Ambassy in Paris M. Saito attends 'Demon Slayer - La Forteresse Infinie' Paris Film Premiere at Le Grand Rex on September 05, 2025 in Paris, France. Photo by Nasser Berzane/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Expo event to pitch Kyushu food, culture

A performer dances during an event to promote food and culture in the seven prefectures that make up Japan's Kyushu southwestern region at the World Exposition in Osaka on Sept. 3, 2025.

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Expo event to pitch Kyushu food, culture

A performer dances during an event to promote food and culture in the seven prefectures that make up Japan's Kyushu southwestern region at the World Exposition in Osaka on Sept. 3, 2025.

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Yamagata Hanagasa Festival

YAMAGATA, Japan, Aug. 5 Kyodo - Children dance during the Yamagata Hanagasa Festival in the northeastern Japanese city of Yamagata on Aug. 5, 2015. (Kyodo)

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Japan Festival in Sao Paulo

Japan Festival opens on July 11, 2025, in Sao Paulo, Brazil, introducing Japanese culture, foods.

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Ainu dagger and manga focusing on Ainu culture

Photo taken on Nov. 18, 2019, in Hokkaido, northern Japan, shows a traditional Ainu knife called a "makiri" with a carved wooden sheath by craftsman Toru Kaizawa, alongside a volume of the popular Japanese manga "Golden Kamuy." The manga series, written and illustrated by Satoru Noda, focuses on the indigenous Ainu people in Hokkaido and their culture.

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Japan's Princess Kako in Brazil

Japan's Princess Kako (2nd from R) visits a private school that teaches Japanese culture to children of Japanese descent in Campo Grande during her official trip to Brazil on June 10, 2025. (Pool photo)

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Japan's Princess Kako in Brazil

Japan's Princess Kako (2nd from R) visits a private school that teaches Japanese culture to children of Japanese descent in Campo Grande during her official trip to Brazil on June 10, 2025. (Pool photo)

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Japan's Princess Kako in Brazil

Japan's Princess Kako visits a private school that teaches Japanese culture to children of Japanese descent in Campo Grande during her official trip to Brazil on June 10, 2025. (Pool photo)

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Japan's Princess Kako in Brazil

Japan's Princess Kako visits a private school that teaches Japanese culture to children of Japanese descent in Campo Grande during her official trip to Brazil on June 10, 2025.

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Japan's Princess Kako in Brazil

Japan's Princess Kako visits a private school that teaches Japanese culture to children of Japanese descent in Campo Grande during her official trip to Brazil on June 10, 2025.

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Japan's Princess Kako in Brazil

Japan's Princess Kako visits a private school that teaches Japanese culture to children of Japanese descent in Campo Grande during her official trip to Brazil on June 10, 2025.

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Japan's Princess Kako visits Brazil

Japanese Princess Kako (C, L) visits a private school built to teach Japanese language and culture to students of Japanese origin in Sao Paulo during her official trip to Brazil on June 7, 2025. (Pool photo)

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Japan's Princess Kako visits Brazil

Japanese Princess Kako (waving) is welcomed by students during a visit to a private school built to teach Japanese language and culture to students of Japanese origin in Sao Paulo, Brazil, on June 7, 2025.

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Japan's Princess Kako visits Brazil

Japanese Princess Kako attends a welcoming ceremony during a visit to a private school built to teach Japanese language and culture to students of Japanese origin in Sao Paulo, Brazil, on June 7, 2025.

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Japanese baseball legend Nagashima dies at 89

Former Yomiuri Giants player and manager Shigeo Nagashima (front, C) poses for a photo with Giants manager Tatsunori Hara (front, L) and his players at Tokyo's Ryogoku Kokugikan arena on Dec. 8, 2021, after receiving the Order of Culture, Japan's top cultural award, in November 2021. Nagashima, who was a key player on the Giants team that won nine consecutive Central League and Japan Series titles from 1965 to 1973 and later managed the club, died on June 3, 2025, aged 89. (Pool photo)

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Japanese baseball legend Nagashima dies at 89

Former Yomiuri Giants player and manager Shigeo Nagashima poses for a photo after receiving the Order of Culture, Japan's top cultural award, from Emperor Naruhito at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo on Nov. 3, 2021. Nagashima, who was a key player on the Giants team that won nine consecutive Central League and Japan Series titles from 1965 to 1973 and later managed the club, died on June 3, 2025, aged 89. (Pool photo)

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[Breaking News]Hungary day at Osaka expo

OSAKA, Japan, May 25 Kyodo - Hungarian National Dance Ensemble performs folk dances at the World Exposition in Osaka on May 24, 2025, marking the expo's Hungary day. (Kyodo)

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Sanja festival in Tokyo's Asakusa

TOKYO, Japan, May 17 Kyodo - People participate in the Sanja festival near Kaminari-mon gate at Senso-ji temple in Tokyo's Asakusa area despite the rain on May 17, 2025. (Kyodo)

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Traditional outdoor Noh play in Nara

NARA, Japan, May 16 Kyodo - A traditional outdoor Noh play is performed at Kofuku-ji temple in the ancient capital of Nara, western Japan, on May 16, 2025. (Kyodo)

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Aoi Festival in Kyoto

KYOTO, Japan, May 15 Kyodo - A woman playing the role of the Saio-dai priestess (far R), clad in a 12-layer traditional Japanese kimono, arrives at Kyoto's Shimogamo shrine during a parade in the annual Aoi Festival, one of the three main festivals of the ancient Japanese capital, on May 15, 2025. (Kyodo)

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Osaka Week at World Exposition

A "danjiri" cart-pulling performance is held at the World Exposition in Osaka on May 9, 2025, marking the start of Osaka Week, during which various events are scheduled through May 18 to pitch the culture of the western Japan city.