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Thailand Aims for High-End Wellness Tourism
Thailand is actively promoting wellness travel to attract wealthy foreigners. This initiative aims to boost the tourism sector by focusing on higher-value growth.
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Toyota set to sell US-made Tundra pickup, Highlander SUV in Japan
Trial sales to start next month in Tokyo, with nationwide rollout coming later
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Japan to join Trump's Golden Dome project and expects missile requests
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will announce the latest plan when she meets U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington at a summit on March 19.
Source: The Japan Times
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Seven-year term finalized for U.S. Marine in Okinawa sexual assault case
The defendant, Lance Cpl. Jamel Clayton, and prosecutors filed their waivers of the right to appeal with the Fukuoka High Court this week.
Source: The Japan Times
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Anime revival screenings are having a moment
With anime fans flocking to theaters to revisit classics like “Tekkonkinkreet,” “Jin-roh” and “Macross Plus,” nostalgia is proving good business.
Source: The Japan Times
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U.S. eases Russia oil sanctions to tame price surge, riling European allies
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the waiver was a bid to stabilize global energy markets roiled by the Iran war.
Source: The Japan Times
Culture•
Japanese government OKs gender equality plan featuring use of maiden names
It aims to submit legislation related to the sixth gender equality basic plan, which contains measures to be taken over the next five years, to the ongoing session of parliament.
Source: The Japan Times
Culture•
Japanese plum liqueur soaks up a new identity
Long viewed as just a sweet sip, "umeshu" is now getting the spotlight, thanks to a growing breed of producers who are showcasing the exciting possibilities of the beverage.
Source: The Japan Times
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ASEAN calls for energy and food security as Iran tensions mount
Bloc's economic ministers vow to keep region open to international trade
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Japan airlines, manufacturers face profit hit if crude oil stays above $90
Earnings uncertainty hangs over a broad range of companies
Source: Nikkei Asia
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