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PRODUCTS

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BUSINESS
Feb 18, 2014
Concessions on farm products eyed as advance TPP talks with U.S. begin
Japan could make concessions on tariffs on some sensitive farm products, a key Cabinet minister said Tuesday as U.S. and Japanese officials began talks ahead of next week's high-level multilateral negotiations on the Trans-Pacific Partnership.
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BUSINESS / YEN FOR LIVING
Jul 8, 2013
Kanebo recall illustrates built-in resilience of cosmetics industry
Compared to what it made on whitening skin-care products, Kanebo's recall will cost very little.
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LIFE / Language / BILINGUAL
May 20, 2013
Product names show language creativity at work
Recently I was asked to write a blurb for a new liquid plant-nutrient. As soon as I saw the name of the product, u65e9u6839u65e9u8d77 uff08Hayane Hayaoki), I smiled at this example of linguistic creativity.
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CULTURE / Music
Apr 18, 2013
Playwright imprint focuses on newer jazz acts
At a time when stories about declining music sales are frequent and major labels aren't investing in new talent, hearing about an indie label like Playwright is music to the ears.
EDITORIALS
Mar 25, 2013
Prosperity for fisheries
Fortunately a fishing cooperative in Fukushima Prefecture has been able to shake off rumors that its products are tainted with radioactive substances.
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CULTURE / Japan Pulse
Jan 29, 2013
Today's J-blip: Anti-Loneliness Ramen Bowl
Is the Anti-Loneliness Ramen Bowl the perfect place-setting for Japan's 'party of one' diners?
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CULTURE / Japan Pulse
Jul 4, 2012
Cool heat-blockers for summer 2012
It's gonna be a scorcher out there, but at least Japan Inc. has dreamed up a few new fun ways to beat the heat.
EDITORIALS
Jun 10, 2012
Exporting 'Japanland'
The government's Cool Japan strategy of promoting the country abroad has taken another step as the trade ministry plans to recreate trendy districts of Tokyo in cities across the globe. The plan is aimed at promoting Japan and encouraging exports by organizing areas for Japan-style shops, restaurants...

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