Posted in: Missing woman rescued near Tokyo after 36 hours adrift at sea See in context
Now she can celebrate two birthdays. And she should at least send a thank you card to the Coast Guard on every anniversary of the rescue.
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Posted in: As France votes, Europe holds its breath See in context
Let the nation choose, the fact that such changes have taken place means that the existing European policy is doing something wrong.
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Posted in: Mount Fuji climbing season begins with new fee, crowd control steps See in context
@ClippetyClop
Thanks, already saw this page. Time table is for 2019.
Thank you.
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Posted in: Mount Fuji climbing season begins with new fee, crowd control steps See in context
I apologize for this post being off-topic, I would like to access the bus timetables to Fujinomoya 5 station, but the timetables vary from page to page and some are even out of date. Please can someone paste a page with current schedules. Thanks for the help.
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Posted in: Gate installed on Mount Fuji trail to control crowds, but governor says more measures needed See in context
This is all a bit ridiculous. Will I have to monitor the possible new restrictions for the ascent of Mt.Fuji daily until August? In the worst case, you can miss one new restriction and a one year preparation for the climb goes down the drain.
Just yesterday, by chance, I found a page that mentions watching a tutorial video about Mt.Fuji, and you confirm the viewing with a qr code on your phone when entering at the fifth station.
Also the various bookings on Japanese sites are not exactly a joy. Those who do not know the kanji for "English language" will not learn any information, let alone book anything.
In the end it will be easier to climb Mount Everest.
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Posted in: Highly pathogenic avian influenza hits Australian duck farm See in context
It seems to me that it will be necessary to buy fitness equipment for the next three years.
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Posted in: Europe moves to hike tariffs on EVs made in China See in context
I remember when European companies were exploiting cheap labor in China, there was no outcry. China took advantage of this by reverse engineering. Those who thought that such a huge nation would just work hard for us without developing their own technology were wrong.
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Posted in: Euro-skeptic gains in EU election complicate von der Leyen's Commission bid See in context
Ursula is no good for Europe. To much USA influence.
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Posted in: Japan to build anti-tourist fence at another Mount Fuji viewpoint See in context
As someone mentioned, it would be better to turn this tourist obsession into an economic benefit. Photography points should be precisely defined with all the necessary infrastructure, and in places where the crowd of tourists is disturbing, gathering and staying should be prohibited. If you break the rules, you pay a fine. Double inflow of financial resources.
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Posted in: Not a gym rat? Here’s how to get started on an outdoor exercise routine See in context
Walking is one of the best "exercises" for weight loss. The biggest factor in all of this, whether you run or walk or any physical activity, is (drumroll) CONSISTENCY. The results are as advertised.
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Posted in: Japan to introduce online booking for Mount Fuji trail See in context
I hope Fujinomiya trail does not fall into this rank this year. If it is necessary to pay the entrance fee before the start, it is O.K..
However, pre-booking the most popular trail may divert unprepared hikers to more difficult trails that are not up to them. I hope the proponents thought about it.
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Posted in: Asian shares mostly decline after Wall Street drop on rate cut concerns See in context
Yesterday's drop in the US indices could be seen as a hidden threat to the FED, in the event that it delays in lowering the interest rate. This may put pressure on them as America is in an election year and the market needs to stay healthy because of that. They are currently between two fires.
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Posted in: U.S. experts urge revamp of military command architecture with Japan See in context
In one sentence: Buy more our weapons.
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Posted in: Understanding Mount Fuji’s new climbing fees and rules See in context
I guess during the week is not so crowded? I plan to climb sometime in august.
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Posted in: Higher share prices lift Japan household assets to record in 2023 See in context
Those earning money from investment should be heavily taxed. Gambling and moving money around is not real work.
I apologize, but the money invested is obtained through my work. By buying shares, you help the company to develop. If the company is successful, it is a win-win combination. Therefore, I find it unacceptable that when selling shares, I would then have to give 50% to the state.
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Posted in: Kyoto may launch tourist express bus service to handle overcrowding See in context
I suggest viewing sites like the safari type.
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Posted in: How much weight do you actually need to lose? It might be a lot less than you think See in context
From my own experience: Give up sugar, alcohol and walk 10 km at least 3 times a week. After three months, a miracle happens.
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Posted in: Kim's powerful sister says N Korea, Japan can open 'new future' See in context
I can't believe some of the negative response from the comments.
The gesture that offers a glimmer of hope for peace in the region is received even worse than the announcement of missile testing.
But you can be sure that your allies will do everything to prevent this from happening.
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Posted in: Are we about to find out moon's origin? Japan's space agency says it may now have clues See in context
If the findings deviate drastically from the mainstream narrative, we will never be told the real truth.
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Posted in: Nikkei gains over 1,000 points to briefly trade above 38,000 in 34-year high See in context
Don't get too excited. Blow-off top.
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Posted in: Bitcoin breaks $50,000 for first time since 2021 See in context
Pull-back to 30k would be welcome.
The future of BTC is questionable for the next two years as far as ATH is concerned. Now there are big boys in the game who most likely will not invest billions in BTC at 50k. The halving will be especially interesting, and perhaps the opposite of what is expected will happen.
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Posted in: Ukraine-born Miss Japan relinquishes crown after reported affair See in context
Of course they did. Maybe even security intelligence took part in the investigation. :)
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Posted in: Mount Fuji climbers from Yamanashi side to be charged ¥2,000 as tourism rises See in context
If you go to Mount Fuji once in your life and travel halfway around the world to get to the base, I don't think this amount should affect the decision. Half of the amount should be used for landscaping and the rest should be donated to those affected by the earthquake.
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Posted in: Hong Kong court orders liquidation of China's Evergrande See in context
I'm really interested in the market's reaction when the news hits the global level.
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Posted in: Mother arrested for leaving 8-year-old son at home alone for 2 weeks See in context
This child is resourceful and brave, and life will not be an obstacle for him.
It's just sad how we found out about it.
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Posted in: Japan bankruptcies surge in 2023, topping 8,000 See in context
Sorry, J225 at 20 year ATH. ;)
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Posted in: Japan bankruptcies surge in 2023, topping 8,000 See in context
And yet J225 achieves its all time high and MSCI Japan SMID Cap Index is rising. A recipe for disaster.
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Posted in: Nihon University football player convicted of possessing drugs See in context
He was most likely to blame for a major criminal offense, but they could not prove him.
They looked for a needle in the hay, and they succeeded.
Such an investigative team should be moved to the Department of Economic and Financial Crime.
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Posted in: Fukuoka police officer arrested for fatally beating sister See in context
Based on the injuries described, if he punched her with fists, it must be visible on them. May the lady have a peaceful afterlife.
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Posted in: Poor countries need trillions of dollars to go green See in context
We have moved all the pollutant industry to these countries, and now we will grant them loans for eco -friendly industries. We are the best.
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Posted in: Hero of Oct. 7 aims to revive Israel's moribund left
Posted in: Gazan paramedic recounts alleged mistreatment in Israeli detention
Somehow, this will be blamed on the Japanese government by china… ”Wait for it”
Posted in: Missing woman rescued near Tokyo after 36 hours adrift at sea
Posted in: Super-sub Watkins sends England past Netherlands and into Euro 2024 final