Travel Alerts•
Idemitsu drops plan to close oil refineries as EVs stall in Japan
Gasoline demand remains steady from slow shift to electrics
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Culture•
Drift ice in Japan is a disappearing winter miracle you need to see now
A trip on the Aurora icebreaker boat takes you to the southernmost point where the ocean freezes. If you’re looking for unusual sights in Japan, you can’t go past the drift ice in eastern Hokkaido. Th
Source: SoraNews24
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Philippines' drug war killing plan unfounded, Duterte's defense tells ICC
Former president's lawyers do not oppose his continued detention
Source: Nikkei Asia
Culture•
Under pressure from populist politicians, central bankers face tricky trade-off
How can central banks defend their independence and their credibility without appearing political themselves?
Source: The Japan Times
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South Korea Seeks Improved Japan Relations
South Korea's leader is prioritizing cooperation with Japan. This move signals potentially smoother travel and cultural exchange between the two nations.
Source: The Japan Times
Travel Alerts•
Osaka: Man Arrested in Elderly Couple's Death
A man in Osaka has been arrested in connection with the deaths of his elderly parents. Police responded to an emergency call where the suspect confessed to the crime.
Source: The Japan Times
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Iran Tensions: What it Means for Japan Travel
Geopolitical tensions involving Iran could potentially impact travel routes and safety in the region. Travelers to Japan should stay informed about current advisories.
Source: The Japan Times
Food•
FamilyMart x Matsuya: Uma Toma Burger!
FamilyMart teams up with Matsuya beef bowl chain for a limited-edition Uma Toma Hamburger. This unique burger combines Matsuya's popular Uma Toma Hamburg bowl flavors in a convenient, handheld form.
Source: SoraNews24
Culture•
Global Education Expansion: Impact on Japan Travel?
UK universities are expanding into India, potentially shifting educational travel patterns. This could influence future student travel and cultural exchange programs with Japan.
Source: Nikkei Asia
Culture•
Japan’s Space One plans Sunday launch for Kairos No. 3 rocket
The rocket is set to lift off from the company’s Spaceport Kii launch site in the town of Kushimoto, Wakayama Prefecture, between around 11 a.m. and 11:20 a.m.
Source: The Japan Times
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