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Drone Show Creates Stunning Visuals

March 23, 2024 - 09:13
Five-hundred drones painted messages and images over Tokyo on Friday night, including a giant mushroom, aimed at promoting eye health care. (News On Japan)
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Popular Factory Tours Free of Charge

March 23, 2024 - 09:07
Facing the easing of COVID-19 restrictions, factory tours are witnessing a resurgence in popularity, drawing families eager to peek behind the scenes of their favorite products. (News On Japan)
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Kyoto to Launch Tourist Express Buses

March 23, 2024 - 08:59
In response to the over-tourism challenge, Kyoto City is introducing a "Tourist Express Bus" service consisting of two routes: one connects Kyoto Station directly to Gojozaka near Kiyomizu Temple; while the other starts from Kyoto Station, stopping only at major tourist attractions such as Kiyomizu Temple and Ginkakuji Temple. (News On Japan)
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Kansai Airport Resumes Foreign Coin Donations

March 23, 2024 - 08:57
After a three-year hiatus due to the pandemic, Kansai International Airport has resumed the collection of foreign coin donations, a gesture that turns travelers’ leftover currency into charitable aid. (News On Japan)
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Kusatsu Onsen Sees Surge in Young Visitors

March 22, 2024 - 16:09
Kusatsu Onsen in Gunma Prefecture, known as one of Japan's leading hot spring resorts, is experiencing a transformation. The famous tourist destination is now bustling with young visitors, marking a shift toward becoming a hot spot among the younger generation. (News On Japan)
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Capsule Toy Haven Opens in Osaka

March 22, 2024 - 15:29
A mega capsule toy store has opened its doors in Umeda, Osaka, featuring over 2,000 "gachagacha" machines including a wide range of items from popular characters to miniature toys. (News On Japan)
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Japan Airlines to Introduce 42 Fuel-Efficient Aircraft

March 22, 2024 - 14:17
Japan Airlines announced its plan to introduce 42 new passenger aircraft with high fuel efficiency between the fiscal years of 2025 and 2030. (News On Japan)
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Kyoto Imperial Palace Opens for Spring

March 21, 2024 - 07:41
The Kyoto Imperial Palace, typically reserved for semi-annual public viewing, is currently hosting a special spring exhibition titled "Introduction to Court Culture." (News On Japan)
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Switzerland's Expo Pavilion to Weigh Just 450kg

March 20, 2024 - 16:54
Switzerland is aiming to create their lightest pavilion ever for next year's Osaka-Kansai Expo, composing of six spheres weighing approximately 450 kilometer. (News On Japan)
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Rollercoaster Weather Delays Cherry Blossoms

March 19, 2024 - 19:40
Tokyo is experiencing a return to colder weather, with temperatures plummeting to 12C on Tuesday, affecting the anticipated blooming of cherry blossoms. (News On Japan)
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Thunderbird Chaos: Foreign Passenger Assaults Conductor Before Last Run

March 19, 2024 - 14:18
The limited express Thunderbird has completed its last run, but not without controversy, after a foreigner was caught without a proper ticket, leading to a scuffle with the conductor. (News On Japan)
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Out of Puff: Japan's Oldest Steam Train Retires

March 19, 2024 - 06:53
A popular tourist train will grind to a halt on March 23rd as JR Kyushu retires Japan's oldest active steam locomotive "SL Hitoyoshi." (News On Japan)
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Japan Battles Fire and Dust Storms

March 19, 2024 - 02:30
Monday saw the strongest winds of the year blow across Japan, stoking numerous fires, and creating a dust cloud visible from space. (News On Japan)
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"Raku Raku Yamato" Launches in Kansai, Hokuriku Shinkansen Reaches Tsuruga

March 19, 2024 - 00:01
The annual March timetable revision for JR has been implemented that includes a new commuter express train coinciding with the opening of the Hokuriku Shinkansen extension. (News On Japan)
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Fukui Shrines Introduce Dinosaur-Designed Goshuin

March 18, 2024 - 01:25
Coinciding with the extension of the Hokuriku Shinkansen to Fukui, known as the "Dinosaur Kingdom," local shrines have introduced new goshuin (red stamps) featuring dinosaur designs. (News On Japan)
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Spring Delicacy: Harvest Your Own Seaweed

March 18, 2024 - 01:01
At Hakkeijima Sea Paradise in Yokohama, visitors can experience harvesting wakame seaweed. (News On Japan)
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Ghibli Park's 'Valley of Witches' Opens to Fanfare

March 17, 2024 - 09:53
Ghibli Park has unveiled its new area 'Valley of Witches' on Saturday, drawing in hordes of fans eager to experience the magic. (News On Japan)
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Exploring Osaka's Historic Nipponbashi Tool District

March 16, 2024 - 17:15
Osaka's Nipponbashi Tool District boasts a history even longer than Tokyo's Kappabashi, renowned for its unique shop owners and innovative gadgets, attracting foreign visitors who rave about their finds. (News On Japan)
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Hokuriku Shinkansen Extension Opens

March 16, 2024 - 11:52
The Hokuriku Shinkansen's Kanazawa-Tsuruga section opened on Saturday morning, now connecting Tokyo Station to Tsuruga Station in Fukui Prefecture in as little as three hours. (News On Japan)
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Japan Airlines 'Cockpit Room' Takes Off at Haneda Hotel

March 16, 2024 - 03:06
A "JAL Cockpit ROOM" created in a hotel directly connected to Haneda Airport has been unveiled by Japan Airlines. (News On Japan)
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