Foreign visitors to Japan hit record for May
The number of foreign tourists visiting Japan is continuing to increase. It hit a new record for the month of May.
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Travel firm to stop taking US citizens to N.Korea
A China-based travel agency says it will stop taking US citizens to North Korea, following the death of an American college student who joined one of its tours.
Aichi Police warns against household break-ins, car and bike thefts
Aichi Police has issued a warning against household break-ins, car and bike thefts. Learn some prevention measures and protect yourself.
Nations launch anti-militant sea patrols
Indonesia, the Philippines and Malaysia have launched joint patrols in the seas around their 3 countries amid growing threats from Islamic militant groups.
LCCs want to cancel service due to few bookings
Japan's transport ministry is considering whether to allow low-cost carriers to cancel flights when only a small number of seats are sold.
One killed when van hits crowd in London
British prime minister Theresa May says police are investigating the incident "as a terrorist attack."
119th Philippine Independence Day Celebration in Aichi
The 119th Philippine Day Celebration was held on Sunday, June 18, in Okazaki City , Aichi Prefecture. This event featured dance performances with Go Girls, Boost Dance Crew, Sinag Banahawa and Nagoya Gay Performers. There were booths selling typical food and drink. Many companies attended the event and offered several products and services for Filipino community. […]
Snack food maker in Japan to resume potato chip sales
Calbee will restart selling three brands of potato chips it halted in April from next week.
Japanese classes attract high school students in the Philippines
The foreign language programs are offered in selected schools across the country, with Japanese taught in 38 schools.
Filipino housekeepers arrive as part of program to bolster sagging labor numbers
Housekeeping operators are looking to increase more foreign maids in Tokyo.
