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Apr 10 (News On Japan) - A new adventure unfolds on Future Island "Egghead," home to the lab of genius scientist Dr. Vegapunk. What awaits the Straw Hat crew there?

As of April 2025, the latest episodes of One Piece delve into the Egghead Island Arc, where the Straw Hat Pirates arrive at the futuristic island of Egghead, home to the enigmatic scientist Dr. Vegapunk. The crew becomes entangled in a complex web involving the World Government's covert operations, the revolutionary advancements of Vegapunk's research, and the formidable Seraphim—advanced Pacifista units modeled after the former Warlords of the Sea. Concurrently, significant developments unfold globally, including escalating tensions between major pirate factions and the Marines, setting the stage for pivotal confrontations that could reshape the world's balance of power.

Mayor Expresses Shock as Shirahama’s Pandas to Return to China

The entire population of pandas at Adventure World in Shirahama, Wakayama Prefecture, is being returned to China, delivering a major blow to both the mayor and residents. The emotional and economic impact is significant.

Rules Tightened for Parental Leave Benefits

The rules surrounding benefits for parents on childcare leave were tightened in April due to concerns over the practice known as 'aiming to miss nursery placement.'

Last Chance to See Hokkaido’s Fabled Bridge as Collapse Looms

The "phantom bridge," a Hokkaido heritage site in the Tokachi region known for appearing and disappearing with the seasons, has begun drawing visitors again in 2025 as its elusive form grows increasingly fragile.

Japanese Skater Tomono Debuts New Routine for Next Winter Olympics

Kazuki Tomono of Daiichi Juken Group performed his new short program for the upcoming season targeting the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics during the Prince Ice World show held in Yokohama on April 26th.

Japan's Prisons Shift Focus from Harsh Discipline to Inmate Rehabilitation

Japan's prison system is undergoing a major shift as it prepares to introduce "confinement punishment," moving away from traditional penal servitude that emphasized punishment toward a new focus on rehabilitation.

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