Japan denies spying after Russia arrests journalist
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Thursday said the details of the accusations against the Hokkaido Shimbun reporter remained unclear.
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North Korea says it test-fired submarine-launched cruise missiles Wednesday
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Indian residents help Japan's Kofu jewelry shine on world stage
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