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Hello Kitty shinkansen makes final run

A Hello Kitty shinkansen bullet train decorated with ribbons and character illustrations inside and out arrives at JR Shin-Osaka Station in Osaka for its final run on May 17, 2026. The 500-series Shinkansen operated by West Japan Railway Co. carried about 1 million passengers since debuting in June 2018 on the route between Shin-Osaka and JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka.

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Hello Kitty shinkansen makes final run

A Hello Kitty shinkansen bullet train decorated with ribbons and character illustrations inside and out arrives at JR Shin-Osaka Station in Osaka for its final run on May 17, 2026. The 500-series Shinkansen operated by West Japan Railway Co. carried about 1 million passengers since debuting in June 2018 on the route between Shin-Osaka and JR Hakata Station in Fukuoka.

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New train for Shinano express

KASUGAI, Japan, May 13 Kyodo - Central Japan Railway Co. unveils to the press the interior of its new train cars for the Shinano express train running between Nagoya and Nagano stations in central Japan, on May 12, 2026, in Kasugai, Aichi Prefecture, a day before the start of its test run. JR Central plans to start running the mass-produced 385 series cars for the Shinano train in around fiscal 2029. (Kyodo)

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New train for Shinano express

Central Japan Railway Co. unveils to the press the interior of its new train cars for the Shinano express train running between Nagoya and Nagano stations in central Japan, on May 12, 2026, in Kasugai, Aichi Prefecture, a day before the start of its test run. JR Central plans to start running the mass-produced 385 series cars for the Shinano train in around fiscal 2029.

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New train for Shinano express

Central Japan Railway Co. unveils its new train cars (L) for the Shinano express train running between Nagoya and Nagano stations in central Japan, on May 12, 2026, in Kasugai, Aichi Prefecture, a day before the start of its test run. JR Central plans to start running the mass-produced 385 series cars for the Shinano train in around fiscal 2029.

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New train for Shinano express

Central Japan Railway Co. unveils its new train cars for the Shinano express train running between Nagoya and Nagano stations in central Japan, on May 12, 2026, in Kasugai, Aichi Prefecture, a day before the start of its test run. JR Central plans to start running the mass-produced 385 series cars for the Shinano train in around fiscal 2029.

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New train for Shinano express

Central Japan Railway Co. unveils its new train cars (L) for the Shinano express train running between Nagoya and Nagano stations in central Japan, on May 12, 2026, in Kasugai, Aichi Prefecture, a day before the start of its test run. JR Central plans to start running the mass-produced 385 series cars for the Shinano train in around fiscal 2029.

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Cherry blossom train in Ukraine

Photo taken on April 28, 2026, shows a state-run Ukrainian Railways train decorated with illustrations of cherry blossom petals at Kyiv Central Station. The train began operations the same day under the support of the Japan International Cooperation Agency and the Japanese Embassy in Kyiv, running between the Ukrainian capital and Uzhhorod, a western Ukrainian city known for its cherry blossom festival.

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Cherry blossom train in Ukraine

Photo taken on April 28, 2026, shows a state-run Ukrainian Railways train decorated with illustrations of cherry blossom petals at Kyiv Central Station. The train began operations the same day under the support of the Japan International Cooperation Agency and the Japanese Embassy in Kyiv, running between the Ukrainian capital and Uzhhorod, a western Ukrainian city known for its cherry blossom festival.

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China: Pet Owner Reveals Unusual Two-Headed Bearded Dragon

This is the rare moment that a Chinese man presented an unusual two-headed bearded dragon, drawing attention as the reptile calmly moved with both heads sharing a single body. On December 8, 2025, in Hubei, China, the video captured a pet owner gently holding out his finger while the small reptile slowly crawled forward. The bearded dragon appeared to have two fully formed heads connected to one body, each head moving slightly independently as it balanced itself. The man kept his hand steady, allowing the creature to explore without disturbance. The reptile’s tiny claws gripped his finger as both heads looked around, creating a striking and rare visual. The video ended with the two-headed bearded dragon continuing to crawl calmly along the man’s finger as he observed it closely.

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Memorial ceremony for Japanese golf legend Ozaki

TOKYO, Japan, March 16 Kyodo - Japanese pro baseball's all-time home run king Sadaharu Oh prays for legendary professional golfer Masashi "Jumbo" Ozaki at a memorial ceremony for him in Tokyo. Ozaki died in December 2025 at age 78 after recording 112 wins, the most by a Japanese player, including 94 on the Japan Golf Tour. (Kyodo)

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Memorial ceremony for Japanese golf legend Ozaki

Japanese pro baseball's all-time home run king Sadaharu Oh prays for legendary professional golfer Masashi "Jumbo" Ozaki at a memorial ceremony for him in Tokyo. Ozaki died in December 2025 at age 78 after recording 112 wins, the most by a Japanese player, including 94 on the Japan Golf Tour.

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World Baseball Classic: Japan vs. Czech Republic

Ukyo Shuto of Japan celebrates with teammates after hitting a three-run home run in the eighth inning of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game against the Czech Republic at Tokyo Dome in the Japanese capital on March 10, 2026. (For editorial use only)

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World Baseball Classic: Japan vs. Czech Republic

Ukyo Shuto of Japan rounds the bases after hitting a three-run home run in the eighth inning of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game against the Czech Republic at Tokyo Dome in the Japanese capital on March 10, 2026. (For editorial use only)

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World Baseball Classic: Japan vs. Czech Republic

Ukyo Shuto of Japan runs to first base after hitting a three-run home run in the eighth inning of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game against the Czech Republic at Tokyo Dome in the Japanese capital on March 10, 2026. (For editorial use only)

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World Baseball Classic: Japan vs. Czech Republic

Ukyo Shuto of Japan hits a three-run home run in the eighth inning of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game against the Czech Republic at Tokyo Dome in the Japanese capital on March 10, 2026. (For editorial use only)

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World Baseball Classic: Japan vs. Czech Republic

Ukyo Shuto of Japan hits a three-run home run in the eighth inning of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game against the Czech Republic at Tokyo Dome in the Japanese capital on March 10, 2026. (For editorial use only)

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World Baseball Classic: Japan vs. Czech Republic

Ukyo Shuto of Japan hits a three-run home run in the eighth inning of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game against the Czech Republic at Tokyo Dome in the Japanese capital on March 10, 2026. (For editorial use only)

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World Baseball Classic: Japan vs. Czech Republic

Ukyo Shuto of Japan rounds the bases after hitting a three-run home run in the eighth inning of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game against the Czech Republic at Tokyo Dome in the Japanese capital on March 10, 2026. (For editorial use only)

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World Baseball Classic: Japan vs. Czech Republic

Ukyo Shuto of Japan hits a three-run home run in the eighth inning of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game against the Czech Republic at Tokyo Dome in the Japanese capital on March 10, 2026. (For editorial use only)

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World Baseball Classic: Japan vs. Czech Republic

Ukyo Shuto of Japan hits a three-run home run in the eighth inning of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game against the Czech Republic at Tokyo Dome in the Japanese capital on March 10, 2026. (For editorial use only)

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World Baseball Classic: Australia vs. Japan

Japan closer Taisei Ota reacts after allowing a solo home run to Alex Hall of Australia in the ninth inning of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo on March 8, 2026. (For editorial use only)

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World Baseball Classic: Australia vs. Japan

Masataka Yoshida of Japan hits a two-run home run in the seventh inning of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game against Australia at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo on March 8, 2026. (For editorial use only)

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World Baseball Classic: Australia vs. Japan

Masataka Yoshida of Japan hits a two-run home run in the seventh inning of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game against Australia at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo on March 8, 2026. (For editorial use only)

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World Baseball Classic: Australia vs. Japan

Masataka Yoshida of Japan hits a two-run home run in the seventh inning of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game against Australia at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo on March 8, 2026. (For editorial use only)

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World Baseball Classic: Australia vs. Japan

Masataka Yoshida (front) of Japan rounds the bases after hitting a two-run home run in the seventh inning of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game against Australia at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo on March 8, 2026. (For editorial use only)

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World Baseball Classic: Australia vs. Japan

Masataka Yoshida (34) of Japan is greeted by teammates after hitting a two-run home run in the seventh inning of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game against Australia at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo on March 8, 2026. (For editorial use only)

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World Baseball Classic: Australia vs. Japan

Japan players greet Masataka Yoshida (front, 2nd from L) after he hit a two-run home run in the seventh inning of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game against Australia at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo on March 8, 2026. (For editorial use only)

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World Baseball Classic: Australia vs. Japan

Masataka Yoshida (R) of Japan is greeted by Shohei Ohtani after hitting a two-run home run in the seventh inning of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game against Australia at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo on March 8, 2026. (For editorial use only)

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World Baseball Classic: Australia vs. Japan

Shohei Ohtani (R) of Japan reacts after Masataka Yoshida hit a two-run home run in the seventh inning of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game against Australia at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo on March 8, 2026. (For editorial use only)

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World Baseball Classic: Australia vs. Japan

Shohei Ohtani (R) of Japan reacts after Masataka Yoshida hit a two-run home run in the seventh inning of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game against Australia at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo on March 8, 2026. (For editorial use only)

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World Baseball Classic: Australia vs. Japan

Masataka Yoshida of Japan rounds the bases after hitting a two-run home run in the seventh inning of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game against Australia at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo on March 8, 2026. (For editorial use only)

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World Baseball Classic: Australia vs. Japan

Masataka Yoshida of Japan rounds the bases after hitting a two-run home run in the seventh inning of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game against Australia at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo on March 8, 2026. (For editorial use only)

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World Baseball Classic: Australia vs. Japan

Masataka Yoshida of Japan hits a two-run home run in the seventh inning of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game against Australia at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo on March 8, 2026. (For editorial use only)

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World Baseball Classic: Australia vs. Japan

Masataka Yoshida of Japan hits a two-run home run in the seventh inning of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game against Australia at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo on March 8, 2026. (For editorial use only)

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World Baseball Classic: Australia vs. Japan

Masataka Yoshida of Japan hits a two-run home run in the seventh inning of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game against Australia at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo on March 8, 2026. (For editorial use only)

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World Baseball Classic: Australia vs. Japan

Masataka Yoshida of Japan hits a two-run home run in the seventh inning of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game against Australia at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo on March 8, 2026. (For editorial use only)

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World Baseball Classic: Australia vs. Japan

Masataka Yoshida of Japan hits a two-run home run in the seventh inning of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game against Australia at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo on March 8, 2026. (For editorial use only)

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World Baseball Classic: Australia vs. Japan

Masataka Yoshida of Japan hits a two-run home run in the seventh inning of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game against Australia at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo on March 8, 2026. (For editorial use only)

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World Baseball Classic: Australia vs. Japan

Masataka Yoshida (far R) of Japan acknowledges the crowd after hitting a two-run home run in the seventh inning of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game against Australia at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo on March 8, 2026. (For editorial use only)

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World Baseball Classic: Australia vs. Japan

Masataka Yoshida of Japan acknowledges the crowd after hitting a two-run home run in the seventh inning of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game against Australia at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo on March 8, 2026. (For editorial use only)

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World Baseball Classic: Australia vs. Japan

Japan players greet Masataka Yoshida (34) after he hit a two-run home run in the seventh inning of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game against Australia at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo on March 8, 2026. (For editorial use only)

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World Baseball Classic: Australia vs. Japan

Japan players celebrate after Masataka Yoshida (front) hit a two-run home run in the seventh inning of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game against Australia at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo on March 8, 2026. (For editorial use only)

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World Baseball Classic: Australia vs. Japan

Masataka Yoshida of Japan hits a two-run home run in the seventh inning of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game against Australia at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo on March 8, 2026. (For editorial use only)

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World Baseball Classic: Australia vs. Japan

Masataka Yoshida of Japan hits a two-run home run in the seventh inning of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game against Australia at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo on March 8, 2026. (For editorial use only)

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World Baseball Classic: Australia vs. Japan

Masataka Yoshida of Japan hits a two-run home run in the seventh inning of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game against Australia at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo on March 8, 2026. (For editorial use only)

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World Baseball Classic: Australia vs. Japan

Masataka Yoshida of Japan hits a two-run home run in the seventh inning of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game against Australia at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo on March 8, 2026. (For editorial use only)

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World Baseball Classic: Australia vs. Japan

Masataka Yoshida of Japan hits a two-run home run in the seventh inning of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game against Australia at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo on March 8, 2026. (For editorial use only)

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World Baseball Classic: Australia vs. Japan

Masataka Yoshida of Japan hits a two-run home run in the seventh inning of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game against Australia at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo on March 8, 2026. (For editorial use only)

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World Baseball Classic: S. Korea vs. Japan

Masataka Yoshida of Japan hits a two-run single in the seventh inning of a World Baseball Classic Pool C game against South Korea at Tokyo Dome in Tokyo on March 7, 2026. (For editorial use only)