Starting in the summer of 2025, hikers planning to climb any of the four main trails on Japan’s iconic Mount Fuji will be required to pay an entrance fee of 4,000 yen (about $27 USD). This new policy, aimed […]
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Central Japan Railway Co. and Tokyo Disney Resort have unveiled a special Disney-themed bullet train, the “Wonderful Dreams Shinkansen,” marking a magical first in the 60-year history of the Tokaido Shinkansen. The collaboration celebrates the debut of Fantasy Springs,
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A mine exploded on one of the taxiways at Miyazaki Airport today at around 8 a.m. local time. A cloud of dust rose into the air just two minutes after a plane passed the area. According to local authorities,
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Typhoon “Shanshan” is rapidly approaching the Japanese islands, causing significant disruptions to the country’s transportation system, reports The Japan Times on Wednesday. Japanese airlines have canceled nearly 200 flights in total, halting air traffic between the southern Amami Islands
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A new beacon of luxury and style takes its place in the heart of one of the world’s most dynamic cities, welcoming travelers and local guests with open arms and genuine warmth. The all-new Four Seasons Hotel Osaka is
Japan, which reopened for mass tourism in the fall of 2022 after the coronavirus pandemic, is now experiencing an unprecedented surge in international arrivals. However, this heightened interest from foreigners does not seem to please the local residents. According
Princess Cruises has announced it will extend the number of itineraries in Japan during the 2025-26 season that is on sale now. The Japan-built Diamond Princess will feature an expanded Japan season showcasing the region’s breathtaking fall foliage, Mt.
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Today United announced it is expanding its leading global route network, adding new non-stop flights between New York/Newark-Marrakesh, Morocco; Tokyo/Narita-Cebu, Philippines and Houston-Medellin, Colombia. United will also increase flying to popular destinations across the globe including Hong Kong; Seoul,
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The Kansai International Airport has sunk 11 meters since its opening 30 years ago. The Japanese airport is gradually submerging into the sea at a rate of over 30 centimeters per year. Sinking airport is situated on two artificial
The development of the landmark casino on Yumeshima Island near Osaka has achieved another significant milestone. Following the recent approval from the central Japanese governmental authorities, the implementation plan for the Osaka Integrated Resort project (IR) has been officially
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New data from the Global Wellness Institute (GWI) reveals that Japan has the world’s third-largest wellness economy, valued at $303 billion (£242.6 billion, €283 billion). This data became available after GWI added Japan to its Geography of Wellness website,
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Due to Typhoon Mawar, more than 260 flights had to be canceled in Japan. In addition, the operation of other transportation vehicles has been disrupted. The Central Japan Railway announced the suspension of all Tokaido Shinkansen bullet train services.
Japan plan to lift Covid restrictions for arrivals in the country on April 29 instead of the previously announced May 8. “According to sources in the Japanese government, the date for the lifting of anti-COVID restrictions has been postponed to
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For Roxi and Lynn Tienter of Preston in southeastern Minnesota, the resumption of Delta Air Lines flights to Japan March 25 is welcome news following the route’s three-year hiatus during the COVID-19 pandemic. They have three young granddaughters in
Japan’s Ministry of Justice has announced that highly skilled professionals from other countries will be subject to a simpler track when planning to travel to this country. Starting April 2023 onwards, the Japanese Government will be introducing the J-SKIP
