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Kobayashi Pharma scandal reignites debate on ‘functional food’ labels
Kobayashi Pharmaceutical’s growing scandal over its red yeast supplements has reignited debate on Japan’s “functional food” labels, which have been criticized for years over the lack of sufficient scientific proof of safety and efficacy accompanying their use.
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Spotlight on political reform after budget clears Japan's parliament
As the political slush fund scandal that has shaken the ruling Liberal Democratic Party drags on, debates on political reform will likely dominate the second half of the current parliamentary session now that the ¥112.57 trillion ($744 billion) budget has cleared both chambers.
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Smile-Up says two ex-Johnny's staffers were also sexual predators
Two former employees at the now-defunct talent agency Johnny & Associates, whose founder had sexually assaulted performers for decades, also engaged in such abuse, Smile-Up said Thursday.
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Supplements market in Japan showing steady growth
Japan’s market for supplements has been steadily expanding over the past few years following rising health awareness after the COVID-19 pandemic.
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