SONE-762-en-V3 Subtitles

At 00:00:11,610, Character said: Hello, everyone.

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At 00:00:15,070, Character said: It’s time for our daytime news.

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At 00:00:17,150, Character said: I'm your host for today’s Casters' Seventh.

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At 00:00:19,790, Character said: We’ll be bringing you the latest news and trending topics.

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At 00:00:24,620, Character said: Let’s begin with today’s top story.

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At 00:00:27,450, Character said: The government has just announced a new economic policy.

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At 00:00:31,590, Character said: It's expected to provide stronger support for small and medium-sized businesses.

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At 00:00:36,170, Character said: Let’s talk to Professor Tanaka from the Economic Review Department for more details.

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At 00:00:40,890, Character said: Professor, please go ahead.

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At 00:00:42,870, Character said: Thank you.

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At 00:00:49,380, Character said: Professor Tanaka, could you explain this new economic policy in more detail?

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At 00:00:57,200, Character said: The aim of this policy is to strengthen support for small and medium-sized enterprises.

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At 00:01:02,010, Character said: Specifically, it involves streamlining the tax system and expanding volunteer-based programs that offer stable support.

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At 00:01:08,270, Character said: I see.

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At 00:01:09,030, Character said: That would be a big help for small businesses.

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At 00:01:13,730, Character said: What kind of companies will be eligible?

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At 00:01:17,270, Character said: Yes.

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At 00:01:18,510, Character said: Companies with fewer than 52 employees,

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At 00:01:20,810, Character said: or annual revenue under 100 million yen, will be eligible.

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At 00:01:25,180, Character said: In particular, the focus will be on supporting companies whose sales were affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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At 00:01:32,670, Character said: I see.

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At 00:01:34,200, Character said: And what kind of impact is this policy expected to have?

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At 00:01:40,345, Character said: First, it’ll help businesses that are struggling financially to stay afloat.

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At 00:01:45,630, Character said: It’s also expected to encourage investment in new ventures, protect jobs, and boost consumption.

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At 00:01:51,900, Character said: It may also tie into employment and tax reform across the economy.

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At 00:01:55,590, Character said: Are there any concerns?

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At 00:01:58,430, Character said: Yes.

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At 00:01:59,770, Character said: The increased financial burden could affect the country’s fiscal strength.

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At 00:02:05,325, Character said: It’s also important that the support is used appropriately to ensure its effectiveness.

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At 00:02:11,810, Character said: Right, making sure the aid reaches the right places is crucial.

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At 00:02:16,310, Character said: Lastly, do you have a message for our viewers?

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At 00:02:19,870, Character said: Yes.

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At 00:02:22,070, Character said: Small and medium-sized businesses are the backbone of Japan’s economy.
We hope everyone continues to support local businesses and shops.

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At 00:02:29,660, Character said: Thank you for your time today, Professor Tanaka.

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At 00:02:33,090, Character said: Thank you very much.

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At 00:02:36,960, Character said: Next, let’s look at what’s happening around town.

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At 00:02:39,010, Character said: The Flower Festival began yesterday, and it’s already drawing big crowds.

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At 00:02:45,295, Character said: Let’s check in with our reporter on the scene, Yamada-san.

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At 00:02:49,070, Character said: Yes, this is Yamada reporting live from the venue.

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At 00:02:52,030, Character said: As you can see, the flowers here are absolutely stunning.

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At 00:02:55,390, Character said: Yamada-san, what’s the atmosphere like there?

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At 00:02:58,660, Character said: It’s very lively!

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At 00:03:00,270, Character said: Take a look.

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At 00:03:01,520, Character said: There are vibrant flowers and rare varieties gathered from all over the country on display.

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At 00:03:07,430, Character said: They really are beautiful.

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At 00:03:10,140, Character said: Are there any highlights you'd recommend?

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At 00:03:12,750, Character said: Yes.

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At 00:03:13,490, Character said: Right at the entrance, there's a giant flower sculpture in the central plaza.

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At 00:03:17,290, Character said: It was created with help from local artists, and it stands five meters tall.

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At 00:03:22,730, Character said: It’s truly impressive!

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At 00:03:25,130, Character said: Are there any other events happening?

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At 00:03:27,890, Character said: Yes, there are live music and dance performances on stage.

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At 00:03:31,970, Character said: Workshops by Alingemate that use flowers are also quite popular.

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At 00:03:35,730, Character said: It looks like fun for families of all kinds. How’s the weather?

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At 00:03:40,090, Character said: It’s a perfect sunny Sunday to go out.

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At 00:03:42,770, Character said: But the sunlight is strong, so please be sure to use sun protection.

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At 00:03:46,970, Character said: Thanks for the great info. Much appreciated.

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At 00:03:50,990, Character said: It really looks lovely.

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At 00:03:53,270, Character said: Perfect for a weekend outing.

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At 00:03:55,810, Character said: We’re always looking for local festival and event tips, so feel free to email us with any news!

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At 00:04:02,330, Character said: We look forward to hearing from you.

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At 00:04:41,030, Character said: So, what kind of impact can we expect from this policy?

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At 00:04:46,930, Character said: It should make it easier for small and medium-sized businesses in tough areas to keep operating.

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At 00:04:52,510, Character said: Now, onto the weather.

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At 00:04:54,290, Character said: The Kanto region will be sunny, but warm and humid air could bring sudden rain.

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At 00:05:01,380, Character said: Don’t forget to bring an umbrella just in case.

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At 00:05:05,150, Character said: Winds will gradually strengthen along the western coast of Japan, with possible strong gusts.

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At 00:05:10,390, Character said: A wind warning may be issued, especially for areas along the Sea of Japan like Hokuriku and Tohoku.

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At 00:05:20,110, Character said: Everyone, please be careful.

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At 00:05:25,390, Character said: Strong winds may cause fences to fall over.

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At 00:05:29,995, Character said: So if possible, try to stay indoors today. Take care and stay safe!

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At 00:05:38,630, Character said: Something like that could've turned into a broadcast accident.

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At 00:05:41,530, Character said: If we’re not careful, it could really cause panic.

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At 00:05:45,630, Character said: I'm just glad no one was hurt.

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At 00:05:49,810, Character said: She keeps making little mistakes.

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At 00:05:52,740, Character said: I need to pull myself together a bit.

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At 00:05:56,410, Character said: But thanks to that, we g***t to show viewers an important reminder to stay safe—so it worked out.

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At 00:06:03,530, Character said: Don’t worry too much. You're doing fine, Riri-chan.

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At 00:06:07,081, Character said: ...

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At 00:06:08,360, Character said: Spoon, be careful too.

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At 00:06:10,510, Character said: Okay.

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At 00:06:11,830, Character said: Thanks for your hard work.

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At 00:06:13,170, Character said: Thanks for everything.

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At 00:06:17,710, Character said: You’re always so kind to me…
You always smile at me… and yet…

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At 00:06:24,470, Character said: ...

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At 00:06:56,040, Character said: Lastly, would you like to share a message with the viewers?

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At 00:06:59,540, Character said: Riri-san?

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At 00:07:01,800, Character said: Small and medium-sized businesses are the backbone of Japan’s economy. Ah, Riri...

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At 00:07:05,583, Character said: ...

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At 00:07:06,260, Character said: Oh no… Can you hear us, Yamada-san? Our reporter on the scene?

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At 00:07:12,800, Character said: Yes.

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At 00:07:13,340, Character said: I can hear you.

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At 00:07:14,140, Character said: Yes.

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At 00:07:14,900, Character said: Uh…

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At 00:07:22,970, Character said: Yes, I can hear you. Ah—it’s coming through. Riri…

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At 00:07:29,549, Character said: ...

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At 00:07:28,691, Character said: Ah, ah, ah—it’s coming through… Riri-san?

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At 00:08:12,447, Character said: ...

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At 00:08:16,541, Character said: Riri...

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At 00:08:19,640, Character said: Please send us your tips about local festivals and events—we’d love to hear from you!

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At 00:08:26,115, Character said: Everyone, be sure to come check it out!

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At 00:08:31,200, Character said: Good morning.

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At 00:08:32,740, Character said: Good morning.

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At 00:08:35,020, Character said: Good morning.

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At 00:08:41,770, Character said: Good morning.

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At 00:08:44,050, Character said: Looks like our ratings are going up.

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At 00:08:47,170, Character said: Bringing in Nana Foley as the anchor was definitely the right call.

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At 00:08:51,690, Character said: Well, it's really thanks to the hard work of the staff too.

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At 00:08:56,810, Character said: Even the evening news is starting to push for the main anchor spot, so make sure you're ready.

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At 00:09:01,650, Character said: I'll give it my all.

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At 00:09:03,990, Character said: Also, be careful with soccer players and tabloid magazines.

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At 00:09:10,510, Character said: Now that you're becoming the face of the program, you're bound to get caught in some weird scandal.

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At 00:09:18,310, Character said: I know.

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At 00:09:19,800, Character said: I have a healthy relationship with him.

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At 00:09:23,690, Character said: I’ll make a timing video for tonight’s segment.

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At 00:09:27,610, Character said: Yes, please do.

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At 00:09:28,890, Character said: Good luck.

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At 00:09:29,850, Character said: Thanks.

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At 00:09:32,900, Character said: Nana Foley’s really picked up speed since she started.

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At 00:09:36,410, Character said: Impressive.

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At 00:09:38,030, Character said: And still no weird scandals either.

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At 00:09:41,610, Character said: I heard she’s number one in popularity rankings too.

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At 00:09:43,810, Character said: Yeah, I think she’ll be around for at least the next 10 years.

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At 00:09:50,370, Character said: Though I get the feeling she’s g***t a retirement arc coming.

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At 00:09:53,230, Character said: I wonder if she’ll announce anything....