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The train station that stayed open for a single school girl finally closes down

August 14, 2020 by Japan Informer

Last year Kyu-shirataki Station made headlines around the world for staying open just to send one girl to school, but now that she’s graduating, it’s time to pack it in. News of delaying closures along the “Shiraktaki Series” of stations to accommodate a single student began to make headlines in Japan last year and by the New Year’s holidays had snowballed into international … [Read more...] about The train station that stayed open for a single school girl finally closes down

Obon: The Japanese Festival of the Dead

August 9, 2020 by Japan Informer

It is this time of the year when Japan suddenly turns tranquil, trains get empty and cemetaries start blooming with flowers. It's Obon — the Japanese summer festival of welcoming back ancestors' spirits and returning to one's family roots. On a par with celebrating the New Year’s holidays in terms of importance and meticulous preparations, obon — which usually lasts for … [Read more...] about Obon: The Japanese Festival of the Dead

Ancient tombs eyed for World Heritage list

August 1, 2020 by Japan Informer

The Council for Cultural Affairs decided on Monday to recommend Mozu-Furuichi Kofungun ancient tumulus clusters in Osaka Prefecture for UNESCO World Heritage listing in 2019. After the Cabinet approves the decision, the government will submit official documents of recommendation to UNESCO by Feb. 1 next year. The U.N. organization is expected to make a decision in … [Read more...] about Ancient tombs eyed for World Heritage list

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