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Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Our Lives / ADOPT ME!
Oct 11, 2015
Trash day tragedy: a Doberman named Destiny
Destiny, an 8-year-old Doberman, was found buried in a pile of rubbish in Osaka, severely dehydrated and anemic.
Japan Times
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Oct 4, 2015
We are family: cats Tencha and Sencha
Found huddled in terror by the side of the road, blind kitten Tencha escaped certain death when he was rescued.
Japan Times
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Sep 27, 2015
Look this way: a cat named Tairyu
The gorgeous Tairyu was found as a tiny kitten abandoned in a box in July of last year.
Japan Times
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Sep 20, 2015
Simply charming: a dachshund named Rusk
Big for a dachshund, Rusk has a personality that wins respect, and he wants the humans in his life to be worthy of his.
Japan Times
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Sep 6, 2015
A dog named Buddy lets the good times roll
First featured here in March, Mav, now rechristened Buddy, has found a home with Flemming and Margaret Christensen and their 10-year-old daughter, Sophie.
Japan Times
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Aug 30, 2015
Timeless: a shiba inu named Lychin
Lychin, described as an 'amazingly sweet, happy dog,' was taken in from one of the rare 'good breeders' in Japan when he went bankrupt. His animals were healthy, well-loved and exercised, and it shows.
Japan Times
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Aug 23, 2015
New twist in the tale: a cat named Sachinoka
Sachinoka was born this spring to a stray and rescued along with her four brothers and sisters.
Japan Times
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Aug 9, 2015
Key keeper: a tabby named Senryu
Senryu first appeared here in January, but timing being what it sometimes is, this drop-dead gorgeous cat has yet to hook up with someone special.
Japan Times
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Aug 2, 2015
Puppy perfect: a dog named Breton
Cute as a button and quite the character, the 3-month-old Breton is as happy-go-lucky as they come.
Japan Times
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Jul 26, 2015
To life!: a cat named Vivalto
Vivalto, about 3 months old, was rescued as a kitten, found in a bag with the top tied up.
Japan Times
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Jul 19, 2015
Brothers three: Mack, the dog formerly known as Bon, fits in with the family
The cocker-sheepdog mix Mack was first featured in this spot in November under his former name, Bon — a name that reflected not only his personality but also, apparently, his luck.
Japan Times
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Jun 21, 2015
For the cause: a dog named Champion
Champion would be perfect for a person who loves both cats and dogs.
Japan Times
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Jun 7, 2015
Number one: a tabby named Tournesol
Tournesol is a young, gorgeous tabby that wants to schmooze his way into your world.
Japan Times
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May 31, 2015
Creature comforts: a cat named Rosabaya
Some of the best times come in the company of coffee, chocolate or wine, and for those who can relate, Rosabaya may be the cat for you.
Japan Times
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May 24, 2015
Shy to super: a dog named Supernova
The shy Supernova caught the eye of Americans Jason and Kaitlin Glenn on a visit to one of ARK's adoption events.
Japan Times
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May 22, 2015
Owl Family Cafe is fun, unless you're peckish
Let's address the coffee first. It's as good as anything you'll get from a convenience store, which is to say it's not good. At all. The only beer on offer is Budweiser — also known as "The King of Beers." It's not. Budweiser wouldn't even make it past the moat for a royal gathering of beers. There's...
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Our Lives / ADOPT ME!
May 17, 2015
Nearer to thee: a dog named Scamper
Quiet, smart and eager to please, Scamper is quite the looker as well.
Japan Times
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May 10, 2015
My eyes adore you: a dog named Akira
Akira loves to walk and, even at age 10, likes playing with toys. His needs are few and he doesn't make work.
Japan Times
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May 3, 2015
Pretty perfect: a cat named Achi
Achi is brimming with persistence and will lick you soggy if you hold her in your lap long enough.
Japan Times
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Apr 26, 2015
Guardian angel: an Akita named Hakuho
Sweet-faced Hakuho is an 8-year-old Japanese Akita, a noble breed known for its fearlessness and its affection and protectiveness toward family members.
Japanese stripper bids to have her porn movies taken off internet
Plaintiff Miyuki Ariga (left) speaks at a news conference along with her lawyer, Yoshitomo Morohashi, after filing a lawsuit at the Tokyo District Court on Monday.
Japan passes bill to introduce 'blue ticket' fines for cyclists
A new system under which bicycle riders pay fines for minor traffic violations to escape criminal punishment is expected to be introduced in Japan no later than 2026.
Japan changes law to allow joint custody after divorce
Legislation that allows the option of joint custody of children after divorce is passed at the Upper House plenary session on Friday.
U.S. envoy to Japan makes landmark visit to front-line island near Taiwan
U.S. Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel meets with members of the Self-Defense Forces stationed on Yonaguni, Okinawa Prefecture, on Friday.
Japan to review romanization system for first time in 70 years
An advisory panel to the education ministry will consider how the Japanese language should be transcribed into the Latin alphabet, including unifying different romanization styles currently in use.
Can AI-generated inventions be patented? A Tokyo court says no.
The Tokyo court's ruling comes amid ongoing debates on how to regulate generative AI and is part of a transnational class action lawsuit.
A new initiative rethinks old Tohoku crafts
The colored patterns of Tsuguru "nuri," made in Aomori Prefecture, are achieved by applying multiple coatings of lacquer, which are later polished down to reveal layers of colors beneath.
Xi and Putin mark ‘new era’ amid efforts to counter U.S. ‘containment’
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping attend an event in Beijing on Thursday. During Putin's visit, the leaders showed off their growing alignment amid efforts to push back against the U.S.-led world order.
Unraveling the Japanese prose of Yukio Mishima
Author Yukio Mishima accepts the Arts Festival Award in the drama category at the 20th Arts Festival Award Ceremony on Jan. 22, 1966.
New Taiwan president to set tone for ties with China at inauguration
Taiwan President-elect Lai Ching-te arrives at the CyberSec 2024 Exhibition in Taipei on Wednesday.

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