Learn Japanese from the News S02E22 · More Security Firms Utilizing Drones and Robots

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Amid a growing labor shortage, Japanese security firms are investing in the development and deployment of autonomous drones and robots. Join us as we listen to this story in Japanese and learn about expressions related to having or not having enough of something. In the second half of the program, we shine a light on service robots in action. More and more are being rolled out across the hospitality industry, which is also grappling with a lack of workers.

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9. 9 9. Train Fares to Go Up by 10 Yen to Improve Station Accessibility2023-05-15 · 10mOn March 18, JR East and other railway operators in the Tokyo metropolitan area raised fares by 10 yen. They will use the funds to improve accessibility and safety at their station
10. 10 10. New System to Allow Dynamic Pricing for Taxis2023-05-29 · 10mWe listen to a news story about how Japanese taxi companies will now be able to introduce dynamic pricing for certain offerings. Operators that apply with the transport ministry wi
11. 11 11. New Multilingual Guide to Having a Baby in Japan2023-06-12 · 10mA Yokohama-based foundation that supports international residents in Japan has created a guide to help expectant parents understand childbirth and childcare in the country. It's av
12. 12 12. Japan's Weather Agency to Forecast Linear Rainbands2023-06-26 · 10mJoin us as we listen to a news story about so-called linear rainbands, which are areas of intense rainfall caused by rows of dense rain clouds. In May, the Japan Meteorological Age
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14. 14 14. Japan Bans Trade of Invasive Crayfish and Turtles2023-07-24 · 10mFollow along as we listen to a story about invasive alien species. Starting June 1, Japan has banned the import and sale of red swamp crayfish and pond slider turtles, two non-nati
15. 15 15. Japan to Expand Eligibility for Skilled Worker Status2023-08-07 · 10mThe government has expanded eligibility for the Specified Skilled Worker No. 2 status of residence from 2 industries to 11. The status allows foreign nationals to work virtually in
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