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News from Japan

1. Wood spirits: How Japan made the world’s first liquor from trees
2. Japan to extend nationwide travel discount program
3. All about wagashi
4. Tokyo hopes new subway line will boost global competitiveness
5. Preparations for winter
6. Omicron is turning out to be a weak vaccine
7. Tokyo holds English speaking test for high school students

Sports

1. Japan's magic fades with disappointing loss to Costa Rica
2. Fernandes double sends Portugal into last 16
3. World Cup 2022: Wales and England to go head-to-head in Group B