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Supporting Japan's Future Farmers

[On-Site Report: Supporting Japan's Future Farmers]
This episode features businesses that are providing education and assistance to Japanese farmers to ensure that Japan's agriculture industry is left in capable hands.

On-Site Report: Supporting Japan's Future Farmers

The produce in this popular vegetable basket is carefully selected by the employees of a distribution company that sources fresh vegetables from small farms across Japan.

A young man aspiring to become a farmer participates in an on-the-job training program that lets him learn directly from experienced farmers.

Global Trends: Castle Stays Let Tourists Live as Lords, Ladies

A centuries-old castle in rural Japan offers luxury accommodation to attract high-spending tourists seeking unique cultural experiences. It may also help revitalize the local economy.

The centerpiece of the tour is an overnight stay at Marugame Castle. The tour is targeted at wealthy overseas tourists looking for special experiences.

Dinner is a multi-course meal with locally sourced ingredients. In the evening, part of the castle tower becomes a private lounge with bartenders on duty to mix cocktails.

In Focus: BOJ Walks High Stakes Tightrope in Next Monetary Policy Shift

The Bank of Japan is figuring out how to execute the next step in its move away from a monetary easing policy ... reducing massive purchases of Japanese government bonds. But central bank officials have to walk a narrow line to change direction without disrupting financial markets.

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