Tokyo Olympic Games moved to 2021
Tokyo – The Tokyo Olympics were postponed on Tuesday to 2021, the first such delay in the Games’ 124-year modern history, as the coronavirus crisis wrecked the world’s last sporting showpiece still standing this year. Though a huge blow to … Continue reading Tokyo Olympic Games moved to 2021
Japan’s attempt at English fluency falls flat
Tokyo – Japan’s all-out effort to improve the English skills has been lost in translation. The government has canceled plans to introduce English exams from six private organizations, including the widely used Eiken proficiency test, into standardized tests for university … Continue reading Japan’s attempt at English fluency falls flat
Olympics in Japan: Many hotels booked out
Tokyo — Some of the capital’s most iconic hotels have already stopped taking room reservations during next summer’s Olympic Games as the city stares down a 14,000-room shortfall during the festivities. The luxury Hotel Okura Tokyo has cut off bookings … Continue reading Olympics in Japan: Many hotels booked out
Olympics: Japan’s plans to boost nightlife
Tokyo – Japan’s business events segment is set to get a boost, thanks to a raft of new nightlife options in major cities across the country, with more planned in the lead up to the 2020 Olympics. The move follows … Continue reading Olympics: Japan’s plans to boost nightlife