Culture•
The Iran war is reshaping global aviation
Executives of Western airlines have sensed an opportunity to take advantage and regain ground, adding alternative routes to steal away business.
Source: The Japan Times
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Visa•
Tokyo Area Events for April 2026
Expect peak sakura, spring matsuri and a steady mix of art, culture and pop-ups across the city.
Source: GaijinPot Blog
Transport•
Quantum Computing: Greener AI for Japan Travel?
AI's energy consumption is soaring. Quantum computing offers a potential solution, promising more sustainable tech for travelers in Japan.
Source: The Japan Times
Travel Alerts•
Japan Considers Summit with Iran
Japan is considering a summit with Iran amid rising tensions in the Middle East. This could impact travel routes and fuel prices for visitors to Japan.
Source: The Japan Times
Food•
Pokémon Cakes Arrive in Japan!
Cozy Corner Japan unveils adorable Pokémon desserts! Travelers can enjoy Pikachu and friends in cake and cookie form, but act fast as they're available for a limited time.
Source: SoraNews24
Travel Alerts•
Ninja Parka: UV Protection & Ice Cream in Japan!
Stay protected from Japan's strong sun with Sara's Ninja Parka, featuring a full-face mask. The innovative design includes a zipper for easy snacking on the go!
Source: SoraNews24
Travel Alerts•
Japan weighs tighter income requirement for permanent residency
Restrictions on foreigner numbers could worsen labor crunch
Source: Nikkei Asia
Culture•
IMF urges BOJ to keep raising rates even as Iran war poses new risks
The proposal comes amid market expectations the BOJ will raise interest rates as soon as April in the face of mounting inflationary pressure.
Source: The Japan Times
Culture•
Hide, find water: Ex-airmen detail how to survive being shot down
U.S. forces were in a race against time and Iran's military to locate an aviator shot down Friday.
Source: The Japan Times
Culture•
58 tortillas, five hot sauces and one toilet: life aboard spacecraft Orion
They're sipping smoothies, snapping phone pics, dealing with crashed email and fixing broken toilets — astronauts, they're just like us.
Source: The Japan Times
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