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Tokyo and Osaka record latest-ever day above 30 Celsius

Warm, humid air from the south swept across Japan, particularly areas along the Pacific coast, sending temperatures unusually high for late October.

¥4 billion in lottery proceeds to go to quake-hit Kumamoto

The money will be used for reconstruction projects in areas damaged by the powerful July 28 temblor.

Japan tourist spending rises despite drop in visitor arrivals

The news comes as Japan approaches the one-year mark since Chinese authorities began issuing advisories urging citizens to avoid travel to Japan.

Newly appointed farm minister apologizes over donation scandal

Arata Takebe, who only took office last week, has found himself at the center of a scandal over a political donation he received in 2014.