G20 summit effects tourists visiting Osaka
Osaka — Tourists planning a visit to the city of Osaka/Japan later this month could see their plans disrupted, including visits to the popular Osaka Castle tower, on tightened security for the Group of 20 summit that will bring foreign … Continue reading G20 summit effects tourists visiting Osaka
More Japanese companies produce in Thailand
Osaka – Sharp and Kyocera are the latest office equipment manufacturers based in Japan to consider shifting production away from China to protect their businesses from the U.S.-China trade war, Nikkei has learned. The two companies would follow global market … Continue reading More Japanese companies produce in Thailand
Japan tests world’s fastest bullet train
Tokyo – Japan is pushing the limits of rail travel as it begins testing the fastest-ever shinkansen bullet train, capable of speeds of as much as 400kph. Called the Alpha-X, the train is scheduled to go into service in 2030. … Continue reading Japan tests world’s fastest bullet train
The Trade Wars: The Pain and the Gain
Geneva – Neither protagonist in the U.S.-China trade war stands to benefit from their standoff, the U.N. said Monday, suggesting others could cash in instead, with the EU possibly winning big. In a report, the U.N. Conference on Trade and … Continue reading The Trade Wars: The Pain and the Gain
Vacation rental business in Japan
Tokyo – The Preparation Committee of Vacation Rental Association agreed to establish an industry organization promoting the private lodging business in early 2019. At the preparation meeting for establishment that was made on December 11, 2018, the committee agreed on … Continue reading Vacation rental business in Japan
Japan : Pagers lifespan to come to an end
Tokyo – Pagers are set to be finally phased out of use in Japan. The last remaining carrier says it will be stopping its service at the end of next September. Pagers have been in use in Japan for 50 … Continue reading Japan : Pagers lifespan to come to an end
JAL: Drunk pilot arrested at Heathrow
London – A Japanese pilot who was arrested at Heathrow Airport for being drunk has admitted being more than nine times the legal alcohol limit. Katsutoshi Jitsukawa, 42, who works for Japan Airlines, was arrested on 28 October after failing … Continue reading JAL: Drunk pilot arrested at Heathrow
Japan’s Abe: New Relations with China
Beijing – Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said on Friday that bilateral relations with China are at an “historic turning point”. Abe, speaking at a forum during his visit to Beijing, said Friday marks the dawn of new Japan-China cooperation … Continue reading Japan’s Abe: New Relations with China
JTB Demonstrates MICE and DMC Capabilities
SINGAPORE – JTB Corporation’s Asia Pacific Headquarters (JTB APHQ) will make their exhibiting debut at IT&CMA 2018, engaging with buyers and media through an additional hosted luncheon and Association Day destination presentation slot, to showcase their global MICE capabilities and … Continue reading JTB Demonstrates MICE and DMC Capabilities
Osaka: Earthquake killed three people
Osaka – An earthquake measuring 6.1 on the open-ended Richter scale shook western Japan Monday, killing three people and leaving more than 200 injured, according to the Japanese government. The three deaths confirmed were a nine-year old girl in Takatsuki … Continue reading Osaka: Earthquake killed three people