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5 World Records Hold by Japanese People

Japan excels at many things big and small — from the world’s tallest tower, to the world’s shortest escalator. It often has the youngest islands on the planet and the longest-living people. Having covered the country’s most impressive records, we

The Beautiful Silence of Shusaku Endo Novels

The author of probably the 20th century’s most profoundly spiritual novels, Shusaku Endo is often overlooked in terms of his influence and impact on world literature. Sidelined, perhaps, due to the international acclaim for Japan’s Nobel laureates Yasunari Kawabata and

Is Now the Time to Buy Property in Tokyo?

Alex Shapiro, co-founder of luxury real estate agency Blackship Realty and host of the Tokyo Portfolio Youtube channel, shares his insights on current Tokyo property trends and gives advice on purchasing a home in the metropolis.

Whether you’re interested in

Headed on a trip? Flight attendants swear by this luggage and carry-on duo

Black and pink luggage set — This luggage combo fits TSA guidelines for a carry-on and personal item. (Photos: Amazon)

Heading out on a much-needed (and probably long overdue) vacation? If you’re traveling by plane or train, you know how important it is to choose luggage

8 Japan Associated Documentaries on Netflix

For these concerned about studying extra about Japanese tradition, Netflix has a terrific collection of documentaries concerning the curious land of the rising solar. Whereas some completely give attention to Japan, others function a deep dive into one side of

Pelosi arrives in Taiwan, defying China’s menace of penalties

Individuals stroll previous a billboard welcoming US Home Speaker Nancy Pelosi, in Taipei, Taiwan, Tuesday, Aug 2, 2022. US Home Speaker Nancy Pelosi was believed headed for Taiwan on Tuesday on a go to that might considerably escalate tensions with

7 Issues To Do in Tokyo This Week: Aug 1-7

The cicada sounds are undoubtedly an indication that August is right here. Thought-about one of many busiest journey months in Japan, there are uncertain many occasions and locations to go to in August. Come cling with us on August 6

Our Chicago: Lollapalooza’s influence on tourism and companies

CHICAGO (WLS) — Tourism throughout the US and right here in Chicago is rebounding, however greater than two years after the beginning of the pandemic, Michael Jacobson, the president and CEO of the Illinois Resort and Lodging Affiliation, says enterprise

Questex’s Luxurious Journey Advisor Publicizes the 2022 Awards

MANALAPAN, Fla., July 26, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s Luxurious Journey Advisor immediately introduced the winners of its prestigious Awards of Excellence, recognizing corporations thought of to be the elite suppliers within the luxurious journey class for 2022. The awards

Doja Cat’s “Kiss Me Extra” Will get a Naomi Watanabe Remix

The lead single from Doja Cat’s 2021 Planet Her album — and one of many songs making Gen Zers uncover Olivia Newton-John’s “Bodily” — “Kiss Me Extra” was nominated for Document and Music of the yr on the Grammy Awards