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Conflicting poll results showing either a historic low or a steady level for Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's cabinet have ignited political criticism. Analysts and opposition lawmakers question the methodology and the government's handling of the data.
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A woman was killed after being struck by a train on the Yamanote line at JR Shibuya Station, prompting an immediate suspension of inner‑loop services. Authorities are investigating the accident while commuters face significant delays on one of Tokyo's busiest rail corridors.
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The agriculture, forestry and fisheries minister withdrew his earlier statement about cutting road‑maintenance spending, issued a public apology and confirmed he will not resign. The episode has reignited debate over funding for rural infrastructure ahead of the fiscal year.
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Japanese authorities are investigating Toyama City Hall for allegedly inflating its population figures in past national censuses. The suspected manipulation could have led to the city receiving tens of millions of yen in excess tax revenue.
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The Japanese yen slipped to the 158 per dollar range, its weakest level in three weeks, while U.S. 10‑year Treasury yields rose to about 5.05%, the highest since 2007. The move reflects a surge in dollar buying driven by strong U.S. economic data, higher oil prices and expectations of further Federal Reserve tightening.