Part of Japan’s alpine route reopens
Part of a scenic mountain route through central Japan's Northern Alps has reopened after being closed for the winter.
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Preparing Japan’s alpine route for reopening
Workers are busy preparing to reopen a scenic mountain route through central Japan's Northern Alps after a winter closure.
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