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Osaka Metropolis Plan development

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Latest: Osaka Ishin Party proposes new special ward names for Osaka Metropolis Plan

The Osaka Ishin no Kai party has progressed its proposal to reorganize Osaka City into a system of special wards under the “Osaka Metropolis Plan.” The initiative aims to abolish Osaka City and integrate the authorities

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Japanese high school entrance exam developments

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Latest: Japanese prefectures announce 2027 high school entrance exam details

Educational institutions and authorities in Japan have released various details regarding entrance examinations for 2027. Kichijoji Yusui Junior and Senior High School, an institution transitioning to co-education, anno

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Japan 2026 minimum wage policy and inflation trends

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Latest: Japan minimum wage to rise to 1,177 yen average

In late September 2026, Japan confirmed that the national weighted average hourly minimum wage will rise by 56 yen, from 1,121 yen to 1,177 yen. This marks the second-highest increase on record. Regional updates take eff

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Osaka Danjiri festival float accidents

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Latest: Osaka Danjiri festivals result in fatalities and injuries

Two separate accidents involving traditional Danjiri festival floats in Osaka Prefecture, Japan, resulted in two deaths and approximately 16 injuries. The incidents occurred during the ‘yarimawashi’ maneuver, a high-spee

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