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EDITOR’S PICK · SOCIETY

Kyoto to Pilot a “Quietness Tax” for Tourists

A ¥300 charge for loud voices before 7 a.m. aims to preserve the hours when temple bells can be heard. “Quiet has upkeep costs,” the city says.

Editorial Desk · October 15, 2026 · 4 MIN READ

THE LATEST

October 14, 2026 · 3 MIN READ

With low Earth orbit getting crowded, the Lunar Development Agency has opened reservations for its first lot. Just 12 spaces are available.

Makoto Miura

TECHNOLOGY

October 13, 2026 · 5 MIN READ

The beta can reportedly restore awkward silences and the things people almost said.

Editorial Desk

CULTURE

October 12, 2026 · 2 MIN READ

The application cites an even crust and “the sound it makes when sliced.” Experts urge caution.

Naoko Yamada