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Nha Trang surpasses Tokyo to become most loved destination of Koreans

Nha Trang surpasses Tokyo to become most loved destination of Koreans

The coastal city of Nha Trang in Vietnam's south-central province of Khanh Hoa has emerged as the most sought-after summer destination for travelers from South Korea, according to digital travel platform Agoda.
Quiz: Which Asian city leads in new luxury store openings?

Quiz: Which Asian city leads in new luxury store openings?

Quiz: Can you name the wealthiest city in Asia?

Quiz: Can you name the wealthiest city in Asia?

Singapore remains world’s 4th wealthiest city

Singapore remains world’s 4th wealthiest city

Singapore retained its position as the world’s fourth richest city with 242,400 individuals holding a net worth of over US$1 million as of 2024.
April 14, 2025 | 01:54 am PT
Tourists flock to world's most favorite destination to take photos with cherry blossoms

Tourists flock to world's most favorite destination to take photos with cherry blossoms

Tourists marveled at Tokyo's cherry trees this week at the peak of the annual blossom season that traditionally represents fresh starts, but also life’s fleeting impermanence.
April 1, 2025 | 10:22 pm PT
Japan panel drafts response plan for Mount Fuji eruption

Japan panel drafts response plan for Mount Fuji eruption

A Japanese panel of experts issued guidance to greater Tokyo residents on Friday in the event Mount Fuji erupts, telling them to stay indoors unless the ashfall becomes severe.
March 21, 2025 | 06:53 pm PT
One killed, two injured in central Japan stabbing: local media

One killed, two injured in central Japan stabbing: local media

A man stabbed three people at a train station in central Japan on Jan. 22 before fleeing the scene, leaving one person dead, local media reported.
January 22, 2025 | 07:14 pm PT
Quiz: Which is the best Asian city for expats in 2024?

Quiz: Which is the best Asian city for expats in 2024?

The best city in Asia for expats has 1.86 million non-residents, which include foreign workers and international students, as of June 2024.
December 15, 2024 | 03:06 pm PT
Singapore only Southeast Asian destination in world's 10 most loved city list

Singapore only Southeast Asian destination in world's 10 most loved city list

Tokyo and Singapore are two cities from Asia to make it into the top 10 of the world's most lovable cities, according to a new report compiled by marketing consultancy Resonance in collaboration with market research company Ipsos.
December 5, 2024 | 04:00 pm PT
Singapore only Southeast Asian city among top 50 cities for centi-millionaires

Singapore only Southeast Asian city among top 50 cities for centi-millionaires

Singapore ranks sixth and is the only Southeast Asian city on the list of 50 cities with the highest number of centi-millionaires globally, according to a new report.
September 24, 2024 | 03:05 pm PT
Japanese urged to avoid panic-buying as megaquake fears spread

Japanese urged to avoid panic-buying as megaquake fears spread

Authorities in Japan urged people to avoid hoarding as anxiety over a possible megaquake triggered a spike Saturday in demand for disaster kits and daily necessities.
August 13, 2024 | 12:01 am PT
Quiz: Can you name the most expensive city in Asia?

Quiz: Can you name the most expensive city in Asia?

The city is the most expensive destination in Asia to live in, often due to high housing costs and the price of imported goods.
June 9, 2024 | 03:04 pm PT
New Tokyo apartment costs 25 times Japanese salary

New Tokyo apartment costs 25 times Japanese salary

The price of new apartments in Tokyo during 2023 averaged more than 100 million yen (US$677,785) annually for the first time ever, about 25 times higher than Japan's nationwide salary.
January 25, 2024 | 07:40 pm PT
Eyeing North Korea, Tokyo holds first missile evacuation drill in years

Eyeing North Korea, Tokyo holds first missile evacuation drill in years

Tokyo residents dashed for cover inside a train station on Monday as part of the first missile evacuation drill in the capital for years as Japan frets over the growing threat from nearby North Korea.
November 6, 2023 | 03:29 pm PT
Japan calls for power saving for Tokyo households, industries during summer

Japan calls for power saving for Tokyo households, industries during summer

The Japanese government on Friday called for households and industries around Tokyo to save electricity in July and August to ensure a stable power supply during the peak summer season, though it did not set any numerical targets.
June 8, 2023 | 09:48 pm PT
Consumer inflation in Japan's capital rises at fastest pace in 40 years

Consumer inflation in Japan's capital rises at fastest pace in 40 years

Core consumer prices in Japan's capital, a leading indicator of nationwide trends, rose at their fastest annual pace in 40 years in November and exceeded the central bank's 2% target for a sixth straight month, signalling broadening inflationary pressure.
November 24, 2022 | 11:59 pm PT
Japanese bath houses find new ways to stay afloat

Japanese bath houses find new ways to stay afloat

Just before it opens each afternoon, elderly residents gather outside one of Tokyo's last remaining old-style bath houses carrying flannels, soap and shampoo for their regular soak.
August 28, 2022 | 10:37 pm PT
Japan mourns as body of assassinated former PM Shinzo Abe returns to Tokyo

Japan mourns as body of assassinated former PM Shinzo Abe returns to Tokyo

Japan on Saturday mourned the assassination of former prime minister Shinzo Abe, whose body was being moved to Tokyo from the western town where he was gunned down at close range.
July 8, 2022 | 06:44 pm PT
Tokyo school swaps fresh fruit for jelly as food prices soar

Tokyo school swaps fresh fruit for jelly as food prices soar

For months, Kazumi Sato, a nutritionist at a middle school in eastern Tokyo, has received notices about hikes in ingredient prices.
July 5, 2022 | 05:54 pm PT
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