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Top 10 Japanese X (Twitter) Influencers

March 30, 2025 by Japan Daily Leave a Comment

In Japan, X (formerly Twitter) isn’t just a social media platform—it’s a cultural phenomenon. With 66 million monthly active users as of March 2025, Japan ranks second only to the United States in X’s global user base. This vibrant digital space thrives on real-time updates, anonymity, and a community-driven spirit, making it a go-to for young Japanese users—70% of whom are … [Read more...] about Top 10 Japanese X (Twitter) Influencers

Japanese Scientists Create Peptide to Block COVID-19 Infections

Researchers from the Institute of Science Tokyo and Osaka Medical and Pharmaceutical University have developed a groundbreaking peptide that can prevent COVID-19 infections by targeting the virus’s spike proteins. This peptide, a short chain of 39 natural amino acids, has shown promising results in lab tests involving human cells and hamsters. The team, led by […]

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