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Japan secondary capital race

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Latest: Gunma and Kyoto prefectures seek designation as Japan’s secondary capital

In late July 2026 Japan’s Diet narrowly passed a law establishing a “sub‑capital” framework to decentralise functions from Tokyo and provide a disaster backup. Osaka Prefecture quickly announced its intention to apply, w

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Japan North Alps mountain rescues

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Latest: Rescues of Korean tourists and Japanese hiker on Japan's North Alps mountains

In late July 2026, a series of separate incidents highlighted the dangers of high‑altitude trekking in Japan's North Alps. On 27 July, two 53‑year‑old Japanese hikers were rescued on Yanagidake. One slipped on a ridge a

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