https://www.alojapan.com/1248701/flying-car-makes-demo-flight-at-osaka-expo/ ‘Flying car’ makes demo flight at Osaka Expo
#asia #biz #Japan #JapanBroadcastingCorporation #news #nhk #NhkWorld #NHKWORLDPREMIUM #NhkWorldTv #NHKWorld #Nuclear #Osaka #OsakaTopics #PublicBroadcaster #RadioJapan #tech #world #大阪 #大阪府 A demo flight of a vehicle known as a “flying car” was conducted at the 2025 World Expo in Osaka on Monday, a day after its opening. Three Japanese operators of such vehicles are planning to perform…
'Flying car' makes demo flight at Osaka Expo
A demo flight of a vehicle known as a 'flying car' was conducted at the 2025 World Expo in Osaka on Monday, a day after its opening. Three Japanese operators of such vehicles are planning to perform demo flights, without carrying passengers, throughout the six-month Expo. The vehicles were developed using drone technologies and are designed to carry people and cargo. The first demo flight at the Expo had been scheduled for the opening day but was cancelled due to bad weather. On Monday, the flight was shown to visitors twice under a sunny sky, at 11 a.m. and 2
https://www.alojapan.com/1248610/foreign-visitors-to-japan-hit-record-in-march/ Foreign visitors to Japan hit record in March
#asia #biz #Japan #JapanBroadcastingCorporation #JapanTourism #news #nhk #NhkWorld #NHKWORLDPREMIUM #NhkWorldTv #NHKWorld #Nuclear #PublicBroadcaster #RadioJapan #tech #tourism #world The number of foreign visitors to Japan in March hit an all-time high for the month. The weaker yen is a factor drawing travelers. The Japan National Tourism Organization estimates nearly 3.5 million visitors arrived…
Foreign visitors to Japan hit record in March
The number of foreign visitors to Japan in March hit an all-time high for the month. The weaker yen is a factor drawing travelers. The Japan National Tourism Organization estimates nearly 3.5 million visitors arrived last month. That's up 13.5 percent from a year before. The total number of foreign travelers in the first three months of this year stood at around 10.5 million. The figure exceeded 10 million at the fastest pace on record. Visitors from China jumped 46.2 percent to 661,700. An increased number of regular route flights from the county to Japan are thought to be the
https://www.alojapan.com/1247205/fewer-people-in-japan-planning-spring-holiday-trips/ Fewer people in Japan planning spring holiday trips
#asia #biz #Japan #JapanBroadcastingCorporation #JapanTrips #news #nhk #NhkWorld #NHKWORLDPREMIUM #NhkWorldTv #NHKWorld #Nuclear #PublicBroadcaster #RadioJapan #tech #trips #world Major Japanese travel agency JTB says that fewer people in the country are likely to take trips over the upcoming spring holiday period. The downbeat prediction comes as soaring prices prompt many households to tig…
Fewer people in Japan planning spring holiday trips
Major Japanese travel agency JTB says that fewer people in the country are likely to take trips over the upcoming spring holiday period. The downbeat prediction comes as soaring prices prompt many households to tighten their purse strings. JTB based its forecast on a survey, hotel reservations and other data. It says about 23.5 million people will be traveling domestically or abroad on a trip involving at least one overnight stay between April 25 and May 7. That is down 6.9 percent from the same period last year. Close to 23 million people are planning domestic trips, 7.2 percent fewer
https://www.alojapan.com/1246538/people-in-japan-treated-to-rare-appearance-of-northern-lights/ People in Japan treated to rare appearance of Northern Lights
#asia #biz #Hokkaido #HokkaidoTopics #Japan #JapanBroadcastingCorporation #news #nhk #NhkWorld #NHKWORLDPREMIUM #NhkWorldTv #NHKWorld #Nuclear #PublicBroadcaster #RadioJapan #tech #world #北海道 Many people in Japan harbor an ambition to visit Alaska, Canada, or Scandinavian countries to see, at least once in their lifetime, the spectacular Northern Lights. But realizing this dream is…
People in Japan treated to rare appearance of Northern Lights
Many people in Japan harbor an ambition to visit Alaska, Canada, or Scandinavian countries to see, at least once in their lifetime, the spectacular Northern Lights.But realizing this dream is becoming increasingly difficult as the cost of overseas travel is soaring due to a weakening Japanese yen, which is at its lowest level in three decades against the US dollar.Fortunately, Northern Lights enthusiasts this weekend were able to boast: 'Don't worry. You can see the aurora here in Japan!' Astronomical show in Hokkaido The sky in Nayoro City began to turn purple at around 7 p.m. on Saturday The lights,
Osaka Expo's diverse offerings highlight Ukraine's plight, new technologies
The World Expo in Osaka has opened in western Japan, with diverse exhibits highlighting the plight of war-torn Ukraine as well as the future of mobility. Ukraine's deputy minister of economy Tetyana Berezhna and other government officials attended the opening of their country's pavilion on Sunday. Berezhna said at the ceremony that her country's message is short but very clear. She said she wants visitors to know about the values and thinking that Ukraine treasures. The pavilion's theme is 'Not for Sale,' indicating that the values of human dignity, democracy and freedom of expression cannot be bought or sold. Eighteen
https://www.alojapan.com/1245373/world-expo-2025-osaka-opens-sunday/ World Expo 2025 Osaka opens Sunday
#asia #biz #Japan #JapanBroadcastingCorporation #news #nhk #NhkWorld #NHKWORLDPREMIUM #NhkWorldTv #NHKWorld #Nuclear #Osaka #OsakaNews #PublicBroadcaster #RadioJapan #tech #world #大阪 #大阪府 World Expo 2025 opens in Osaka city on Sunday with 158 countries and regions taking part. The expo will be held at Yumeshima, a man-made island in the city. It features the world’s largest wooden architectural structure, “T…
World Expo 2025 Osaka opens Sunday
World Expo 2025 opens in Osaka city on Sunday with 158 countries and regions taking part. The expo will be held at Yumeshima, a man-made island in the city. It features the world's largest wooden architectural structure, 'The Grand Ring', which measures about 2 kilometers in circumference. 'Unity in Diversity' The pavilions of participating countries are housed within it. The Grand Ring expresses the expo's concept of 'Unity in Diversity.' Exhibits feature a miniature artificial beating heart made of iPS cells, the latest android models, and 'flying cars' with three groups holding flight demonstrations. Participating nations, regions, and organizations will
Visitors enjoy traditional procession at Kyoto shrine cherry blossom festival
People in traditional costumes paraded through the streets near a shrine in the western Japanese city of Kyoto on Thursday for an annual cherry blossom festival. The Okasai festival is held every year on April 10 at Hirano Shrine, which is famous for its cherry blossoms. There are about 400 cherry trees at the shrine. After a ritual, a procession was held with about 200 people taking part. They were dressed in the traditional attire of the Heian period, which lasted from the late 8th century to the 12th century. Local people lined the streets to watch. Many cherry trees
https://www.alojapan.com/1244536/osaka-expo-opening-ceremony-to-be-held-saturday/ Osaka Expo opening ceremony to be held Saturday
#asia #biz #Japan #JapanBroadcastingCorporation #news #nhk #NhkWorld #NHKWORLDPREMIUM #NhkWorldTv #NHKWorld #Nuclear #Osaka #OsakaNews #PublicBroadcaster #RadioJapan #tech #world #大阪 #大阪府 The opening ceremony of the 2025 World Expo in Osaka, western Japan, will be held on Saturday. The doors swing open to the public the following day. Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako, Crown Prince Akishino an…
Osaka Expo opening ceremony to be held Saturday
The opening ceremony of the 2025 World Expo in Osaka, western Japan, will be held on Saturday. The doors swing open to the public the following day. Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako, Crown Prince Akishino and Princess Kiko, as well as Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru will attend the ceremony. The Emperor will deliver an address. The expo runs for six months on Yumeshima, an artificial island in Osaka City. The theme is 'Designing Future Society for Our Lives.' There are 158 countries and regions and seven international organizations taking part. More than 140,000 people are expected to visit on Sunday.
https://www.alojapan.com/1243708/snow-falls-across-japan-including-central-tokyo/ Snow falls across Japan, including central Tokyo
#asia #biz #Japan #JapanBroadcastingCorporation #news #nhk #NhkWorld #NHKWORLDPREMIUM #NhkWorldTv #NHKWorld #Nuclear #PublicBroadcaster #RadioJapan #tech #Tokyo #TokyoTopics #world #東京 #東京都 A developing low pressure system is bringing rain, snow and strong winds to a wide area spanning northern to western Japan. Some snow accumulated on Wednesday morning in Tokyo’s 23 wards. The snowfall has pa…
Snow falls across Japan, including central Tokyo
A developing low pressure system is bringing rain, snow and strong winds to a wide area spanning northern to western Japan. Some snow accumulated on Wednesday morning in Tokyo's 23 wards. The snowfall has passed its peak in flatlands of the southern part of the Kanto region. More is forecast, mainly along mountains in the Kanto-Koshin region until late Wednesday afternoon. Strong winds are also expected. The Japan Meteorological Agency says a cold air mass is flowing into the country at high altitudes. Also, a developing low pressure system is moving in an easterly direction. The agency says these conditions
https://www.alojapan.com/1243319/raden-the-iridescent-beauty-of-mother-of-pearl-inlay-core-kyoto/ Raden: The Iridescent Beauty of Mother-of-Pearl Inlay – Core Kyoto
#Japan #JapanBroadcastingCorporation #Kyoto #KyotoNews #news #nhk #NhkWorld #NHKWORLDPREMIUM #NhkWorldTv #NHKWorld #PublicBroadcaster #RadioJapan #京都 #京都府 Raden, a decorative lacquerware technique, uses the glimmering inner layer of shells. The inlay appears to float resplendently on the black lacquer, inspiring artisans to take the art into the future. Abalone shells ar…
Raden: The Iridescent Beauty of Mother-of-Pearl Inlay – Core Kyoto
Raden, a decorative lacquerware technique, uses the glimmering inner layer of shells. The inlay appears to float resplendently on the black lacquer, inspiring artisans to take the art into the future. Abalone shells are used to create Raden. This lacquer artwork featuring Raden is installed at a Buddhist temple. A kimono made from Raden textile. A Raden box made with artificial gemstones.
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