Welcome to another exciting episode of Japan This Week, where hosts Jeff Richards and Kamasami Kong bring you the latest news updates from Japan. This week’s highlights include:
- Entrance fee increase at Himeji Castle: Mayor proposes higher fees for foreign tourists, sparking debate among readers.
- Mount Fuji’s crowd control gate: New gate introduced to manage climber numbers and prevent overcrowding.
- Tokyo Governor’s diploma controversy: Allegations of falsified credentials impact re-election campaign.
- Russian food shop closure in Ginza: Effects of geopolitical conflicts on local businesses discussed by readers.
- Unusual crime: Pianist arrested for stealing flight attendant apron, prompting listener comments on the bizarre nature of the crime.
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