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Bollywood is no match for India’s new wave cinema
This is the new, multilingual Bollywood, and its main offering is fresh stories, set in new cinematic universes.
Source: The Japan Times
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Indonesia says no to $1B fee for Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ seat
Jakarta had only committed peacekeeping troops for the initiative, the country's president said.
Source: The Japan Times
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Takaichi weathers Trump, but China challenges linger
In her meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi secured what appeared to be an endorsement of her approach to the Sino-Japanese relationship.
Source: The Japan Times
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China's e-trucks poised to dominate nascent EU market
Lack of ecosystem a hindrance but BYD, Sany and others are expanding capacity
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Japan Softens Stance on China Ties
Japan is set to re-evaluate its relationship with China in its upcoming Diplomatic Bluebook. The shift aims to foster a more "strategic" and "mutually beneficial" connection.
Source: The Japan Times
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Nvidia AI Tech: Future Japan Travel?
Nvidia is pushing AI tech boundaries. How might this impact travel experiences in Japan, from personalized recommendations to enhanced navigation?
Source: Nikkei Asia
Travel Alerts•
New Japanese satellite effort to use light for faster communication
NTT, Sky Perfect JSAT back different approach for beaming data to Earth
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Awesome Ghibli Howl’s Moving Castle figure is also a puzzle and an organizer[Photos]
Anime fortress is ready to make the move into your home, but you’ll need to set aside a half-day or so to build it. Howl’s Moving Castle is a multi-functional place. As shown in the Studio Ghibli anim
Source: SoraNews24
Food•
Tokyo Events This Week: A Sea of Sakura Fests Plus Music, Theater, Improv, and Anime
Tokyo events for Monday, March 23, to Sunday, March 29, 2026. Grab your blue sheets and chūhais ’cause sakura season has finally arrived. This week, we’re covering some of the major cherry blossom fes
Source: Tokyo Cheapo
Culture•
Japan trains foreign workers for railway maintenance
The trained workers are expected to find jobs at railway companies across the country, attracting attention as to whether they can contribute to alleviating the labor shortages.
Source: The Japan Times
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