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Japan faces tourism fallout amid viral quake prophecy
TTG Asia
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July 9, 2025
A doomsday prediction of a megaquake and tsunami striking southern Japan this month could result in up to 560 billion yen (US$3.9 billion) in economic losses, according to think tank Nomura Research Institute. Rumours of a possible disaster went...
Japan urges travellers to keep power banks accessible on flights
The Sun Daily
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July 9, 2025
TOKYO: The Japanese government has started advising travellers to keep portable chargers within easy reach during flights following multiple reports of power banks catching fire mid-air. The new safety measure aims to prevent potential hazards...
China Opens Up to More Tourists as the U.S. Under Trump Closes Itself Off
TIME Magazine
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July 9, 2025
As the U.S. under President Donald Trump increasingly closes itself off from the world, denying entry to tourists amid a crackdown on border controls and migration, its geopolitical rival China, which has long been known for its relative...
10 of the most beautiful places in Japan
The Times
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Even if you’ve never been to Japan, you probably know of its enchanting sights: the elegant cone of Mount Fuji, perhaps, or the intricate, Unesco-listed temples of Nikko. Unsurprisingly, in a country almost 2,000 miles from end to end and made up...
Emirates Inaugurates Japan’s First Dedicated Travel Store in Osaka
Breaking Travel News
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July 9, 2025
Emirates officially opened its Japan’s first dedicated travel store in Osaka yesterday, bringing its signature hospitality even closer to customers in the Kansai region. The opening ceremony was commemorated by Nabil Sultan, Executive Vice...
When is Victory Day in RI? Explaining the holiday in 2025
Providence Journal - Rhode Island
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Rhode Island observes Victory Day on the second Monday of August, commemorating the end of World War II. The holiday has faced criticism for focusing on Japan's surrender and the atomic bombings, while supporters emphasize Pearl Harbor and Rhode...
PILGRIMS OF HOPE IN THE ETERNAL CITY – Local Catholics Travel to Rome in August
O Clarim
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July 9, 2025
Marco Carvalho António, Ltd, a travel agency that focuses on arranging pilgrimages, is set to organize a second religious expedition to Italy in early August. Last month, the company successfully took a group of 24 pilgrims from Macau and the...
How to Explore Japanese Cities with Confidence: Travel Tips Inside
Android Headlines
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July 9, 2025
Visitors often arrive in Japan with big expectations and just a bit of uncertainty. The country’s cities are dynamic and dense, with fast-moving transport systems and cultural details that can be unfamiliar. Still, many travelers find that...
‘It feels kind of late’: Woman says she feels behind in life for only starting to travel in her 30s
The Independent Singapore
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July 9, 2025
SINGAPORE: A 31-year-old Singaporean woman took to Reddit to share that she feels like she’s falling behind in life, as she’s only just beginning to plan her travels in her 30s while others around her seem to have already explored half the world....
Scott Bessent Never 'Made Time' For Japan's Trade Negotiator, Says Economist, Yet The US Ally Got Hit With Trump Tariffs — How Should Tokyo Make Sense Of This?
Benzinga
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Economist Justin Wolfers pushed back against President Donald Trump’s 25% tariffs on Japan, despite the latter actively working towards a resolution on the matter. What Happened: On Tuesday, in a post on X, Wolfers discussed Japan’s top trade...
Monaco Economic Board leads mission to Expo 2025 Osaka and Tokyo
Monaco Life
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July 9, 2025
From 26th June to 3rd July, the Monaco Economic Board (MEB) spearheaded a high-profile economic mission to Japan, aligning with the Principality’s participation at Expo 2025 Osaka. Supported by 32 Monegasque business leaders, the delegation sought...
Participants in Japanese Tradition of ‘Waterfall Meditation’ Find Sense of Fulfillment, Emotional Release
The Japan News
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July 9, 2025
The Yomiuri Shimbun A participant stands under the pounding waterfall, guided by a monk at Kotengu Falls in Hinohara, Tokyo. By Akio Oikawa / Yomiuri Shimbun Staff Writer 17:26 JST, July 9, 2025 HINOHARA, Tokyo — As a 40-something journalist often...
Thailand’s tourism struggles as Chinese visitors decline, experts urge focus on new opportunities
The Nation Thailand
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July 9, 2025
Currently, Chinese tourists make up only 13.58% of the total. If the trend continues, Thailand is expected to receive only 4-5 million Chinese tourists in 2025, the first time in 12 years that numbers will fall below 5 million (excluding the...
Mandarin program to expand to Australia, Japan: OCAC
Taipei Times
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July 8, 2025
The Overseas Community Affairs Council (OCAC) today announced plans to expand the Taiwan Center for Mandarin Learning (TCML) program next year by establishing centers in Australia, Canada, Japan and New Zealand. The council today began its...
These are the 15 best cities in Asia for 2025, according to nearly 180,000 travellers
Time Out
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We all have our opinions on the best cities in Asia – Resonance Consultancy included factors like lovability and prosperity while Time Out turned to thousands of locals worldwide for an insider perspective of what it's like to live, work, and play...
Once upon a time in Japan with the Hogs
Northwest Arkansas Democrat Gazette
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July 9, 2025
In 1984 my idea of a passport was something seen in movies. Yet, my old boss, the late great John Robert Starr, told me to get one and get in touch with Eddie Sutton, then the head men's basketball coach at the University of Arkansas, and find out...
Creative products - new momentum for Hà Nội tourism
Vietnam News Agency
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HÀ NỘI – Hà Nội is entering a golden period for tourism growth, marked by increasing visitor numbers and improved travel experiences. The city's new tourism products are not only drawing more visitors but also playing a key role in enhancing Hà...
Marriott Bonvoy Moments ‘East Meets West’: A Japanese Australian culinary experience at The Ritz Carlton Perth
PerthNow
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July 9, 2025
Guests at The Ritz Carlton Perth will soon have the chance to indulge in a cross-cultural culinary experience when The Ritz Carlton Kyoto chef comes to town. Marriott Bonvoy has unveiled ‘East Meets West’, a culinary event in Perth taking place in...
Brooks Koepka’s wife Jena Sims dons $120 blue beaded bikini while vacationing in Spain
Sportskeeda
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July 9, 2025
Jena Sims is spending some family time in Spain with her husband, star golfer Brooks Koepka, and their son, Crew. In a recent Instagram post, she showed off the stylish swimsuit she donned to spend some time by a pool. In the picture Sims shared,...
Japan’s Kansai International Airport is sinking into the ocean; know what went wrong
The Times of India
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Japan’s Kansai International Airport is sinking Kansai International Airport (KIX) in Japan has long been considered an engineering marvel. Built entirely on an artificial island in Osaka Bay, it serves as a major aviation hub connecting over 30...