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How tidying expert Marie Kondo packs for travel
“What I want to convey is not that the Japanese way of thinking is the only correct one, or that it should be recommended as the ‘right’ way,” she said. “Rather, by learning about other cultures, we can come to understand our own more deeply.” The...
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Is that hot dog safe to eat? Experts share travel street food smarts
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Canada.com
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Breadcrumb Trail Links Eat Travel Travel International Author of the article: Washington Post Andrea Sachs Published Sep 08, 2025 • Last updated Sep 08, 2025 • 6 minute read Thai food market Photo by Getty Images Reviews and recommendations are...
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New Study Finding 4,000 Steps Per Day Reduces Risk Of Death Is A Reminder That 10K Steps/Day Is Totally Arbitrary And A Japanese Marketing Ploy
iStockphoto / sportpoint According to the latest studies, approximately 1-in-5 Americans use fitness trackers like the Apple Watch, Whoop Band, Garmin, etc. And many of those Americans, myself included, obsess over daily stats without ever taking...
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Japan’s new leader to woo Trump with promises on pickups and soybeans
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[TOKYO] As Japan’s new premier Sanae Takaichi got to work on Wednesday (Oct 22), her government began finalising a purchase package, including US pickups, soybeans and gas, to present to President Donald Trump in trade and security talks next...
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What’s Japan’s Problem with Foreigners?
If recent policy moves are any indication, Japan has a tourist problem. With a record number of tourists visiting the country in 2024 – just under 37 million people – things are getting crowded. There are daily caps on the number of people allowed...
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US congratulates Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi
The United States on Wednesday congratulated Sanae Takaichi on her election as Prime Minister of Japan, declaring its readiness to work with her government. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the administration looks forward to strengthening the...
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For South Korea, Japan demonstrates potential of casino resorts to lift economy
Well prior to its targeted opening in 2030, MGM Osaka is already serving as a model for South Korea of how IRs can boost tourism. South Korean business and tourism experts convened on Friday to discuss how the country’s casino industry may be...
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NITR shares answers to Gen Z traveller puzzle
Nestlé International Travel Retail (NITR) unveiled an ambitious new strategy to reignite growth in the travel-retail confectionery category at its annual press briefing at the TFWA World Exhibition in Cannes earlier this month. The Swiss...
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School operator ECC to bring Indonesian interns to Japan hotels
Travel & Leisure Japanese company aims to connect about 100 students yearly to hospitality industry Osaka-based ECC looks to partner with 10 Indonesian universities over the next three years. (Photo by Keita Shimoda) KEITA SHIMODA October 23, 2025...
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Japan explores dual-purpose sites combining tourism and disaster preparedness
Disaster preparedness services and tourism sectors could become more interconnected in Japan amid growing awareness of facilities that serve a dual purpose: as sightseeing spots and, during emergencies, assembly points. Interest is rising in the...
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Japan’s new PM to court Trump with deals on pickups, soybeans and gas
TOKYO, Oct 22 — As Japan’s new premier Sanae Takaichi got to work on Wednesday, her government began finalising a purchase package, including US pickups, soybeans and gas, to present to President Donald Trump in trade and security talks next week,...
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LAST CALL: Capital One To Japan Airlines 30% Conversion Bonus Until 7:59AM ET On October 23, 2025
Capital One launched three new points-to-miles conversion partners last month (read more), and the most interesting one was Japan Airlines. The conversion ratio between Capital One and JAL is not the usual 1:1, but rather 1:0.75; however, there is...
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Travel Guides stars Jonathan and Danielle Fren announce they are expecting their first child - after revealing their 'unconventional' relationship
Travel Guides stars Jonathan and Danielle Fren are expecting their first child. The reality stars took to Instagram this week to announce that they were expecting a bundle of joy in April next year. They shared a photo that showed a sonogram...
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Japan Prime Minister Seeks Party Unity in New Cabinet; LDP Campaign Rivals Named to Key Posts
The Yomiuri Shimbun Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, center, and members of her Cabinet prepare for a photo at the Prime Minister’s Office in Tokyo on Tuesday. By Yuta Abe and Daiki Misawa / Yomiuri Shimbun Staff Writers 16:28 JST, October 22, 2025...
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Street names across Taiwan preserve memory of its restoration to China from Japanese occupation
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Global Times
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A railway station named Gungfu in Hualien, Taiwan Photo: From website of Hualien local government This year marks the 80th anniversary of Taiwan's restoration to China from the Japanese occupation. While the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP)...
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Japan’s ice hotel, ice wedding chapel, and ice village return to Hokkaido this winter
A truly Tomamu travel experience. There are two key elements to the experiences Japan’s Hoshino Resorts group offers. As a premier hotel chain, they provide guests with elegantly luxurious amenities, but each location also seeks to harmoniously...
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My 4 favorite things about Hyatt's Andaz Tokyo and how to book with points
The Andaz Tokyo Toranomon Hills has been on my hotel bucket list for years, and a recent trip to Japan was the perfect opportunity to visit what turned out to be a very special hotel. The hotel's location isn't touristy; rather, it sits in a...
Owner: Ric Elias
Canada is one of the safest countries for travel in 2026 but it's falling in this ranking
Canada has been ranked as one of the safest countries in the world for travellers in 2026. This country used to be the number one safest destination, but it keeps falling down the list. The annual World's Safest Countries ranking from Berkshire...
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What’s the safest country in the world for travellers? Americans say half of top 10 are in Europe
Published on 21/10/2025 - 15:39 GMT+2 The safest country in the world for travellers in 2026 has been revealed, as US tourists show considerable favour towards Europe. Berkshire Hathaway Travel Protection has released its latest safety rankings...
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How Goway’s Micro Film Festival Puts Travel Advisors in the Limelight
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Travel Market Report - New York
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This year, Goway is celebrating its 55th anniversary as a leading tailor-made tour operator. The company has unveiled a series of trade-facing programs and the incentives to mark the milestone, including giving away $550,000 to the travel advisor...
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