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20 unique animals in Japan you may encounter when you visit this island-nation (#15 is adorable!)

Discover 20 fascinating animals in Japan, from monkeys to deer, as well as other fascinating Japanese wildlife species you ...
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Meet Japan’s Sacred Deer Said to Carry Messages From the Gods

For centuries, animals have been worshipped by cultures around the world. Some, such as deer, are even considered sacred in ...
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Facing Extinction, but Available for Selfies in Japan’s Animal Cafes

Critically endangered species and ones banned from international trade are among the hundreds of types of birds, reptiles and mammals that researchers identified at 142 animal cafes. By Rachel Nuwer ...
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This week in science: Eagles in Japan, the lives of deep-sea animals and 'SuperAgers'

It's time now for our science news roundup from Short Wave, NPR's science podcast. Reporting this week, we have Rachel Carlson and Regina Barber. Hey to both of you. REGINA BARBER, BYLINE: Hi. RACHEL ...