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I visited Japan for the first time. The trip was amazing, but I could've easily avoided these 5 mistakes.
It's never been a better time to visit Japan, and it can be an easy trip to plan. Don't stress about dinner reservations, and ...
Japan braces for talks on yen, BOJ in trade negotions with US
The U.S. Supreme Court directed President Donald Trump's administration on Thursday to facilitate the return to the United ...
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Tokyo Turns to 4-Day Workweek in a Desperate Bid to Free Japan from Its ‘Oldest Population’ Title
As Japan grapples with an ongoing demographic crisis, Tokyo has introduced a groundbreaking measure aimed at improving ...
I'm an American who moved to Tokyo 6 years ago. The work culture is still challenging, but the benefits outweigh any drawbacks.
I moved from the US to Japan six years ago. I've found a better quality of life in Tokyo and couldn't be happier with my ...
A practical guide to collecting Japan's eki stamps
Japanese eki stamps (station stamps) are a charming feature of Japanese railway culture. Beloved by visitors and oshi-tetsu ...
Waymo to begin data collection in Tokyo with driver-operated test rides
Alphabet's self-driving unit Waymo said on Thursday it will start collecting data in Tokyo with test rides operated by human ...
The ‘Shinkansen kiss’: Japan’s little-known rail spectacle that attracts trainspotters from around the world
The technical term for the event is “coupling,” but it’s known colloquially as the “Shinkansen kiss.” For Japanese rail fans, it’s a big deal. For foreigners, it is a unique insight into the ...
Japan's Ishiba and NATO chief vow to deepen security ties as regional threats rise
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and NATO chief Mark Rutte vowed Wednesday to further deepen military ties while ...
Japan says it wants to join a NATO command for the support of Ukraine
Japanese Defense Minister Gen Nakatani says Japan wants to participate in a NATO command for its Ukrainian mission as Japan ...
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Fairmont is bringing sky-high views and a 65-foot infinity pool to Tokyo
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts will open its first-ever property in Japan this summer and is now taking reservations for the Tokyo ...
Japan policymaker wants stronger yen, says Tokyo shouldn't sell Treasuries
Japan must strengthen the yen, such as by helping boost the country's industrial competitiveness, as the currency's weakness ...