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Viral video: Japanese princess travels economy, falls asleep in flight
Mint
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June 28, 2025
Princess Kako of Japan has gone viral after a video showed her sleeping on an economy flight during her visit to Brazil. The 30-year-old royal, niece of Emperor Naruhito, was on an 11-day tour across eight cities. Princess Kako visited four places...
Is it safe to travel to Japan? Korean travelers worry amid July quake rumors.
Korea JoungAng Daily
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June 28, 2025
Published: 28 Jun. 2025, 15:26 Updated: 29 Jun. 2025, 14:04 Audio report: written by reporters, read by AI Passengers bound for Japan wait in line for check-in at Terminal 1 of Incheon International Airport on Nov. 19, 2024. [NEWS1] Some Koreans...
Japan's quiet reawakening: From pacifist power to strategic deterrent
The Assam Tribune
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June 27, 2025
On June 24, Japan test-fired a missile on Japanese territory for the first time, as a part of its military buildup to deter China, a stark testimony to how far the world has travelled since the days of World War II, and the altered equations in...
Japanese Embassy in Laos warns against child prostitution following social media posts
The Mainichi
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June 28, 2025
(Getty Images) TOKYO -- The Japanese Embassy in Laos has issued a warning against child prostitution after a spate of social media posts suggested that Japanese men are traveling to Laos to engage in sexual activities with young girls. The embassy...
Traveling to Kauai with a Toddler: A Family Vacation Guide
Go World Travel Magazine - Colorado
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June 27, 2025
Enjoying the views at Waimea Canyon State Park. Photo by Kirstin Koszorus The first time my husband and I visited Hawaii together, we quickly understood why so many people choose it for a romantic getaway. The stunning scenery, the beautiful...
Japan loves them. And now they're in the UK - strawberries and cream sandwiches
BBC
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ShareSave Serving strawberries in a sandwich might be unusual in the UK, but it's nothing new in Japan Strawberries and cream – an iconic British combo since the 1800s. But do they belong together in a sandwich? M&S has rolled out a...
Tourist Attractions in Portland, Oregon
PlanetWare
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Written by Chloë Ernst and Brad Lane Updated Jun 27, 2025 Portland, the largest city in Oregon, straddles the Willamette River. It's a combination of creative culture and flourishing city attractions that brings flocks of tourists and many...
Tourist Attractions in Los Angeles
PlanetWare
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Written by Brad Lane, Joni Sweet, and Lana Law Updated Jun 27, 2025 The sprawling city of Los Angeles, in Southern California, is filled with year-round attractions and things to do. It has long been known internationally in the film and...
U.S. Secretary of State Poised to Visit Japan in July
MENAFN
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June 28, 2025
(MENAFN) US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is poised to embark on his inaugural trip to Japan early next month, local media in Japan reported on Friday. Following his Japan visit, Rubio is set to travel to South Korea, where he will engage with...
Japan Uncovered #1: Obihiro shines with fresh air, wide open spaces, abundant agriculture
The Mainichi
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Coordinators for international relations from around the world are responsible for international exchange activities across Japan. In this series, they share the charms of the municipalities where they live and work. *** Love the great outdoors?...
VIDEO: Bear Sprints On Runway At Japenese Airport; Multiple Flights Cancelled, Causes Travel Mayhem
Free Press Journal
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June 28, 2025
VIDEO: Bear Sprints On Runway At Japenese Airport; Multiple Flights Cancelled, Causes Travel Mayhem | X @AP In a rare event, a small black bear was spotted sprinting on a runway of Yamagata Airport in Japan on Thursday, June 26. The sudden bear...
Japan’s Ishiba Skates on Thin Political Ice
The Diplomat
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June 27, 2025
Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru’s Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and its coalition partner, Komeito, suffered a significant setback in the Tokyo Metropolitan Assembly (TMA) election held on June 22. Despite a modest rebound in public support, the...
Four giant pandas to depart Japan for China
CGTN
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Giant panda Saihin, 6, attracts visitors at Adventure World in Shirahama Town, Wakayama Prefecture, Japan, on June 27, 2025, her final viewing day in Japan. /Yomiuri Shimbun via CFP Giant panda Saihin, 6, attracts visitors at Adventure World in...
All 4 pandas at Wakayama Pref. zoo depart for China, leaving 2 in Japan
The Mainichi
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June 28, 2025
This combined photo shows giant pandas, clockwise from top left, Rauhin, on Sept. 6, 2024; Yuihin, on Sept. 18, 2021; Saihin, on June 27, 2025; and Fuhin, on Dec. 23, 2023. (Kyodo) WAKAYAMA (Kyodo) -- All four giant pandas on loan to a western...
Tourism recovery moves forward while the Pacific islands fall behind
The Pacific Island Times
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June 27, 2025
Under a clear sky in tropical Micronesia, tourism in Guam and the nearby Northern Mariana Islands is in the midst of a cautious revival. But progress remains uneven, and experts say strategic moves could make the difference between stagnation and...
World : All 4 Pandas At West Japan Zoo Depart For China, Leaves 2 In Country
Bernama
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June 28, 2025
WAKAYAMA (Japan), June 28 (Bernama-Kyodo) -- All four giant pandas on loan to a western Japan zoo left for China on Saturday, ahead of the expiration of their lease agreement, Kyodo News Agency reported. The 24-year-old Rauhin and her offspring --...
From mochi ice cream to strawberry sandos, Japanese sweet treats are tickling UK tastebuds
The Guardian
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June 28, 2025
If you said to a friend that you fancied Japanese food this weekend, they might be forgiven for thinking you meant sushi. But lately a new culinary export from Japan is catching up with fish and rice in the hearts and tastebuds of British foodies....
4 giant pandas at western Japan zoo depart for China
Xinhua News Agency
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A kid visits a photo exhibition featuring four giant pandas on loan to the Adventure World amusement park in Shirahama, Wakayama prefecture, Japan, June 27, 2025. (Xinhua/Jia Haocheng) TOKYO, June 28 (Xinhua) -- Four giant pandas in the western...
Surfin’ USA? Not this year: 10 European alternatives to classic American holiday destinations
The Guardian
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June 28, 2025
Swap surfing in California for Santa Cruz in Portugal Sprawled on a towel, observing silhouetted surfers chasing the ocean-plunging carmine sun, I don’t need to squint to imagine I’m in the Golden State. But my sandy toes and salty hair are...
Street food – Thailand’s soft power in attracting tourists
Vietnam News Agency
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By Nguyễn Hằng Thai street food is increasingly recognised as a form of soft power that contributes significantly to the country’s tourism revenue. The Thai capital Bangkok boasts a vibrant and diverse street food scene. Among its most popular...