Japan's imports of oil-derived naphtha plunge 47% in April due to Iran war

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The Mainichi Shimbun featured a classic haiku titled 'Shared fragility' as part of its daily series on April 19, 2026.

Mainichi Shimbun reported on its five most-read stories from the past week, covering diverse topics such as Osaka's 'fake goods street' and the boom in Japan's natto exports.

The Mainichi Shimbun has released the answer to its 'Meet your match? Spot the difference #186' puzzle.

Assistant language teachers in Kyoto have gone on strike to protest low wages, as reported by Mainichi Shimbun.

News in Easy English: More young women in Japan do not want children, survey finds Mainichi Shimbun

News in Easy English: Big differences in gender role attitudes across Japan, survey finds - Mainichi Shimbun

Japan has transported a long-range missile launcher to Kumamoto for deployment, as reported by Mainichi Shimbun.

Easy Japanese news in translation: Many baby sheep born at Rokkosan farm in Kobe Mainichi Shimbun

An editorial from Mainichi Shimbun criticizes Japan's ongoing fiscal irresponsibility, warning that it will increasingly burden the public.

Mainichi Shimbun highlights its five most-read stories from the past week, covering diverse topics from crime in Kyoto to skill-building side jobs.

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An opinion piece from Mainichi Shimbun discusses the growing antiwar protests in Japan, suggesting that the peace chants signify the end of the country's postwar era.

An editorial from Mainichi Shimbun urges Myanmar's new government to directly confront and alleviate the suffering of its people, highlighting the urgent humanitarian challenges facing the nation.

An editorial in Mainichi Shimbun criticizes Japan's ban on women's sterilization surgery, arguing that it disregards women's right to self-determination.

Nikkei drops over 3% after hawkish Fed outcome, crude oil surge

Tokyo stocks fell in morning on lingering oil supply concerns Mainichi Shimbun

Hokkaido police issue manga alerts as more foreign backcountry skiers get stranded - Mainichi Shimbun

News in Easy English: Man helps people in Japan by writing their love letters Mainichi Shimbun

Mainichi Shimbun highlights its five most-read stories from the past week, covering topics such as cash register problems and bicycle 'blue ticket' fines.

Mainichi Shimbun presents a photo feature on a university library in Tokyo, showcasing its sweeping view of lush greenery as part of its 'Retro Japan' series.

The Mainichi Shimbun has published the answers to its news quiz for April 16, allowing readers to check their knowledge of current events.

An opinion article from Mainichi Shimbun explores instances where English menus in Japan may inadvertently omit or obscure important features or details, raising concerns about potential misunderstandings for foreign diners.

The Mainichi Shimbun has published the answer to its news quiz for April 2, providing solutions to the daily challenge.

Vietnamese technical trainee dies while fishing in central Japan Mainichi Shimbun

Japan logs 57.3 billion yen trade surplus in Feb., helped by chip exports - Mainichi Shimbun

NY Exhibit Centers Kanjiro Kawai, Japan Potter Key to Folk Craft Movement - Mainichi Shimbun

Tokyo stocks rise on buybacks, erase losses on Middle East crisis Mainichi Shimbun