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Defunct railways being transformed into elevated walking trails

Projects are seen in many parts of the nation to convert disused elevated railways and roads into walking trails, modeled after the High Line in New York, a tourist spot made from a defunct rail line.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Jun 9, 2022

The best Japanese destination swaps

After 2024 set a new record for tourist numbers in Japan, Rob Goss recommends switching out the biggest draws for these intriguing alternatives

The Independent UK · Jun 9, 2022

Saudi Arabia’s PIF Acquires Stakes in Nintendo

Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) has taken a 5.01% stake in Nintendo Co, as the sovereign wealth fund increases its exposure to the Japanese video gaming industry. The investment in the Kyoto-based group company was made for investment purposes, according to a filing to Japan’s Finance Ministry, making the…

Asharq Al-Awsat · May 19, 2022

COVID-19 measures to be extended in 6 prefs

The government plans to extend quasi-emergency priority measures in Tokyo, Osaka, Aichi, Hyogo, Kanagawa and Kyoto prefectures for about another two weeks, according to sources.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Mar 2, 2022

COVID-19 measures to be extended in 6 Japanese prefectures

The government plans to extend the period of quasi-emergency priority measures in the prefectures of Tokyo, Kanagawa, Aichi, Kyoto, Osaka and Hyogo for about another two weeks, according to sources.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Mar 1, 2022

As tourists begin thinking about an overseas holiday, some destinations are wary about having too many back

As international borders reopen and people begin making holiday plans, some popular destinations are putting in measures to keep tourist numbers down, or at least make sure they stay on their best behaviour.

ABC News · Feb 13, 2022

Five Great Reads: quiet Kyoto, bootleg Philip Roth and Bake Off types

Guardian Australia’s weekday wrap of compelling stories and top writing, selected by lifestyle editor Alyx Gorman

The Guardian - AU · Feb 2, 2022

Covid robbed Kyoto of foreign tourists – now it is not sure it wants them back

City that had 8 million overseas visitors in 2019 – including free-spending parties of Chinese people – is getting used to the peace and quiet

The Guardian - UK · Feb 2, 2022