Culture•
Charting Japan’s emerging wine scene
Nick Rowan has produced a comprehensive guide to Japan's wine regions and producers as global interest continues to grow.
Source: The Japan Times
Latest Updates (Page 85)
Travel Alerts•
Akita Town Assembly Removes Incapacitated Mayor
The mayor of Hachirogata, Akita Prefecture, has been unable to work due to a brain hemorrhage. The town assembly has removed him from his position.
Source: The Japan Times
Events•
Hoshoryu's Chance: Sumo Rivals Injured
Yokozuna Onosato and ozeki Aonishiki have withdrawn from the Summer Grand Sumo Tournament due to injuries. This opens a significant opportunity for Hoshoryu to potentially achieve glory.
Source: The Japan Times
Travel Alerts•
Student Killed in Japan Bus Crash; Driver Arrested
A microbus crash in northeastern Japan has resulted in the death of a student. The bus was carrying 20 members of a school soft tennis club from Niigata Prefecture.
Source: The Japan Times
Culture•
US Troop Withdrawal Impacts German Town
A small German town, Vilseck, faces economic shifts as the U.S. military presence ends after decades. This change highlights the interconnectedness of local economies with international military bases.
Source: The Japan Times
Travel Alerts•
UK Jury Convicts Men of Spying for Hong Kong
Two men have been found guilty in London of spying for Hong Kong, potentially straining UK-Hong Kong relations. Travelers should be aware of increased scrutiny and potential diplomatic fallout.
Source: Nikkei Asia
Transport•
SoftBank Eyes Japan-Made AI Servers with Nvidia
SoftBank is in talks with Nvidia to build AI servers in Japan, potentially boosting the nation's tech infrastructure. Foxconn is also involved as Japan aims to meet growing demand for sovereign AI.
Source: Nikkei Asia
Travel Alerts•
Japan Stock Buybacks Hit Record
Japanese companies are increasingly repurchasing their own shares. This trend, led by blue chips like Recruit and Toyota, reflects a push for greater capital efficiency.
Source: Nikkei Asia
Travel Alerts•
The rupee is eroding in value despite India's dramatic growth
The RBI's ineffective currency management: New Delhi should take responsibility
Source: Nikkei Asia
Travel Alerts•
Japan's Asahi places global bet on beer-brewing byproducts
From agriculture to food alternatives, beer yeast becomes major growth driver
Source: Nikkei Asia
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