When Chinese officials and elites criticize Japan, they often mention the atrocities committed by Imperial Japan after invading China in the 1930s. In recent years, Chinese leaders like Xi Jinping have utilized the memory of World War II to justify their nation’s current assertiveness. When Japanese politicians pay their respects at a Tokyo shrine that …
By Lily Jobson For Mailonline Published: 19:19 BST, 9 October 2023 Updated: 21:23 BST, 9 October 2023 Amber Rutter, the Olympic Shotgun champion, thrilled her fans on Monday by announcing her first pregnancy with husband James. Taking to Instagram, the 26-year-old shared a beautiful snapshot of the baby scan, radiating joy and excitement. With a …
From overtourism to a complete absence of tourism, many cities have now shifted their concerns from too few tourists to too many. This predicament can be attributed to various factors including the rise of budget airlines, short-term home rentals, and cruise ships. However, the influence of social media, online influencers, movies, and television shows cannot …
In Japan, a team of Google engineers has developed a unique and innovative wearable keyboard. Shaped like a keycap, this keyboard can be worn as a hat. This extraordinary device features a 6-axis inertial sensor that accurately reads the positioning of the hat. Changing the character code is as simple as turning the hat left …
Scientists have recently unveiled a list of the top 20 countries with the highest number of towns and cities prone to potentially deadly flooding caused by climate change. This is concerning because instead of moving away from flood-prone areas, settlements are expanding into them, putting lives at risk. The Netherlands takes the lead on the …
Vehicles travel along a highway past commercial and residential buildings in Tokyo, Japan, on Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2023. Bloomberg | Bloomberg | Getty Images Foreign investments into Japan’s real estate sector have been thriving in the past year, fueled by a weakened Japanese yen due to the country’s ultra-loose monetary policy sustained by the central …
The era of unabated “revenge travel” may be coming to a close. According to new reports, travelers are starting to curtail their travel plans due to inflation and rising travel costs. A recent report by Morning Consult reveals that travel intentions are increasing in some countries but flatlining or declining in others, particularly in Europe. …
Rishi Sunak Criticizes BBC for ‘Inaccurate Commentary’ on UK Economy Post-Pandemic In a recent statement, Rishi Sunak expressed his disappointment with the BBC for what he considers to be ‘inaccurate commentary’ on the UK economy. He accused the public broadcaster of deliberately refusing to publish figures that demonstrate the UK’s faster recovery compared to France …
Brown bears in Japan’s northernmost island usually gorge on salmon this time of year, bulking up for hibernation. However, salmon numbers are alarmingly low, leaving bears on Hokkaido’s Shiretoko Peninsula in a state of starvation. Last week, tourists on a boat tour managed to capture images of a malnourished bear cub desperately searching for food …
Kyoto’s flat geography makes it perfect for long strolls. During my three-month trip in May, I found it incredibly easy to navigate the city using bustling Shijo Street, also known as Shijo-dori. I covered almost 130 miles on foot, from running errands to exploring popular attractions like Nijo Castle and Kiyomizudera. Kyoto’s traditional businesses and …