Travel Alerts•
Japan's Inpex weighs shifting oil investment from Mideast to Southeast Asia
Fossil fuel exploration company studies Indonesia and Malaysia amid Iran war risks
Source: Nikkei Asia
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University of Tokyo to directly manage affiliated hospital in response to scandal
A string of corruption cases involving doctors at the hospital recently came to light, with one indicted for allegedly receiving ¥1.8 million in services at clubs and brothels.
Source: The Japan Times
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Mt. Fuji decorated with a 500,000-flower pink carpet is Japan’s ultimate spring view
With mirrors, art installations, and a Peter Rabbit garden, this festival is the perfect day trip from Tokyo. There are always times when you might look at a photo of Japan and think, “Surely it can’t
Source: SoraNews24
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Seven & I delays U.S. unit IPO, saying revamp will take longer
The goal is to strengthen performance and maximize valuation before listing the unit in the current fiscal year, which lasts until February 2027.
Source: The Japan Times
Travel Alerts•
Japanese regulator probes risks to major banks from private credit
Investigation comes as worries spread through financial system
Source: Nikkei Asia
Travel Alerts•
Japan's JFE Engineering to build waste-to-energy plants in India
Shift to incineration in subcontinent creates opportunity to expand overseas business
Source: Nikkei Asia
Culture•
Japan’s tighter immigration controls yielding results
The number of overstayers fell to 68,488 as of Jan. 1, down by 6,375 from a year earlier and marking the second consecutive annual decline.
Source: The Japan Times
Technology•
Smart Contact Lens Tech Coming to Japan by 2030
A Japanese group aims to make smart contact lenses practical by 2030. This technology could revolutionize health monitoring for travelers in Japan.
Source: The Japan Times
Transport•
Philippines Boosts Transport Amid Iran War Risks
The Philippines is allocating $13 million to support commuters and enhance public transport. This move aims to mitigate potential disruptions caused by ongoing geopolitical tensions.
Source: Nikkei Asia
Travel Alerts•
US-Iran Talks in Pakistan: Hormuz Strait Focus
US-Iran talks are scheduled for Saturday in Pakistan, focusing on the Hormuz Strait. Heightened security measures in Islamabad, including road closures, may affect travel.
Source: Nikkei Asia
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