At UPSTAIRZ Bar, head bartender Norihiko Furuse has concocted an original cocktail that’s as layered in flavours and aromas as itu’s distinctive style. The vodka-based drink opens with a subtle scent ... ( read original story ...)
Abandoned Japanese temples are a great new tourism investment, start-up PlanetDao says
Company wants to turn a growing number of vacant temples and onsens into unique lodgings, with buy-in starting at 34,540 yen (US$217). ( read original story ...)
Abandoned Japanese temples are a great new tourism investment, says start-up PlanetDao
Company wants to turn Japan's growing number of vacant temples and onsens into unique lodgings, with buy-in starting at 34,540 yen (US$217) Start-up PlanetDao is seeking 34 million yen (US$212,134) ... ( read original story ...)
Palace Hotel Tokyo Garners Coveted Three Keys in MICHELIN Guide
Palace Hotel Tokyo, the luxury property that’s become one of Japan’s most loved hotels since its unveiling in 2012, has been awarded Three Keys by MICHELIN Guide in recognition of its achievements in ... ( read original story ...)
47 nations to build own pavilions at Osaka Expo
Forty-seven nations are currently planning to construct Type A self-built pavilions at the 2025 World Exposition in Osaka, people familiar with the matter said Wednesday. Initially, 60 nations ... ( read original story ...)
Shohei Ohtani Looking To Sell LA Mansion Because Japanese Media Won’t Leave Him Alone
Shohei Ohtani and his new wife Mamiko Tanaka bought a mansion in Los Angeles in May and they are already looking to sell it because of Japanese media ... ( read original story ...)
South Korean casino industry prepping to hold off latest Japan competition
Japan has an MGM IR coming in 2030, and Korea is looking to the latest Mohegan property to help keep customers close to home. ( read original story ...)
All About Emma Navarro’s Parents, Kelly and Ben Navarro
Emma Navarro is the daughter of Kelly and Ben Navarro. Here's what to know about the tennis star's mom and dad. ( read original story ...)
Keppel acquires data center in Tokyo
Keppel has acquired a data center in Tokyo, Japan. Keppel DC REIT Management Pte. Ltd, manager of Keppel DC REIT, and Keppel Ltd. announced this week that the companies have entered into an agreement ... ( read original story ...)
You can buy this $5,500 house in Japan—and there are millions more like it
Japan has millions of 'akiya' that have been abandoned. A new site aims to connect foreigners with these inexpensive houses. ( read original story ...)
Regional Japan Lender Dangles Megabank Salaries for Market Hires
Yamaguchi Financial Group Inc., a regional lender headquartered on the western tip of Japan’s biggest island, is considering paying new hires with securities market expertise around the same ... ( read original story ...)
Keppel DC Reit and sponsor acquire Tokyo data centre for 23.4 billion yen
Keppel DC Real Estate Investment Trust (Keppel DC Reit) and its sponsor Keppel are jointly acquiring a 100 per cent interest in a shell and core data centre in Tokyo, Japan, named Tokyo Data Centre 1. ( read original story ...)
Commercial Lending in Japan Upticks 6 Percent Annually in Q1
Contrary to the conditions in Europe, the U.S., and many other Asian countries, the real estate financing environment in Japan remains favorable. Data from the Bank of Japan (BoJ) indicates that ... ( read original story ...)
DoubleTree by Hilton Connects Communities Across Asia Pacific with Feel Good Moments, Sharing 10,000 Signature Cookies to Celebrate its 100th Property in the Region
Hospitality brand launches 'Share a Feel Good Moment Month' in July 2024 KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, July 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading global hospitality brand DoubleTree by Hilton, renowned for its ... ( read original story ...)
Meet Emma Navarro, the American billionaire heiress who upset world No. 2 Coco Gauff to take the tennis world by storm
Tennis player Emma Navarro, 23, is the daughter of billionaire businessman Ben Navarro. She defeated Coco Gauff to reach the Wimbledon quarterfinal. ( read original story ...)
The Best Hotels in Tokyo, From Modern Ryokan to Boutique Hideaways
Here, our guide to the best hotels in Tokyo. The business district of Otemachi might not be the first location that would come to mind for a ryokan (traditional Japanese inn), but you won’t find a ... ( read original story ...)