Recent Hot Properties commercial real estate deals include Sammy DuBose and Pete Brett of Coldwell Banker Commercial Caine, who represented ... ( read original story ...)
Alarming Japanese Knotweed outbreak tackled with vast burial pits
Huge burial pits have been dug in an effort to stamp out an alarming outbreak of building-wrecking Japanese Knotweed. Listed by the World Conservation Unit as one of the world’s worst invasive species ... ( read original story ...)
Japan revisits unknown objects seen over nation in 2020-21
Japanese lawmakers are revisiting reports of flying objects spotted in the skies over Japan about three years ago that appear to be similar to the Chinese balloon shot down by a U.S. fighter jet. ( read original story ...)
This Gorgeous Japanese Inn Is an Off-the-grid Paradise — With No Electricity, Wi-Fi, or Phone Service
In northern Japan, this off-the-grid hideaway is perfect for the adventurous traveler. It took seven hours, three trains, and two buses to get to the place my partner and I had booked for our weekend ... ( read original story ...)
Centara Hotels & Resorts launches exclusive rate for flag carrier’s passengers
Thailand's leading hotel operator, has announced a partnership with Thai Airways (THAI) to offer passengers exclusive benefits ahead of the July opening of Centara Grand Hotel Osaka, CHR's first ... ( read original story ...)
South Korea rules stolen Korean Buddhist statue must return to Japanese temple where it was stolen
A South Korean Buddhist statue must return to Japan, according to the state court. However, a Korean temple claiming ownership of the 14th-century artifact may appeal the ruling. ( read original story ...)
South Korean court says stolen statue must return to Japan
A South Korean court has ruled that a 14th century Korean Buddhist statue should be sent back to a Japanese temple from where it was stolen in 2012 ... ( read original story ...)
Office Rents, Vacancies Continued to Decline Across Tokyo in Late 2022
According to global property consultant CBRE, Tokyo's All-Grade office vacancy rate fell by 0.2 points to 4.7% in Q4 2022, representing the first q-o-q decline in almost three years since Q1 2020. ( read original story ...)
First Nintendo theme park in U.S. highlights diversification push
The video games-maker is branching into overseas theme parks amid a push to better harness the company’s intellectual property treasure trove. ( read original story ...)
Chinese homebuyers become more cautious, look to Japan’s experience amid Beijing’s efforts to stimulate demand in property market
That echoes growing concerns about how property is rapidly losing its appeal as the primary means for a Chinese household to accumulate wealth An obscure book, the Chinese title of which translates to ... ( read original story ...)
The 31 Most Anticipated New Hotel Openings for 2023
While many hotel projects were delayed during the pandemic, as countries have reopened and travelers are ready to explore again, numerous new options are slated to debut this year. Whether you're ... ( read original story ...)
Nissan and Renault agree to overhaul alliance, this time as equals
Nissan Motor Co and Renault SA agreed on Monday to a sweeping remake of their two-decade-old automaking alliance that will put them on equal footing and see the Japanese company invest in Renault's ... ( read original story ...)
Reining in Japan’s unstoppable urban sprawl
The world’s most rapidly aging nation wants its shrinking population to concentrate in regional urban centers. However, things aren't going as planned. ( read original story ...)
Britain’s Japanese knotweed hotspots revealed in new map – how bad is it in your area?
The ultra-invasive species is known for causing serious damage to property foundations but a new interactive map is helping homeowners to spot exactly where the worst areas are ... ( read original story ...)
Britain’s Japanese knotweed hot spots revealed – here’s how to find out if the invasive plant is growing near you
BRITAIN’S Japanese Knotweed hot spots have been revealed in a handy map showing where the invasive plant is growing the most. Knotweed was introduced from Japan as an ornamental plant in 1825 but ... ( read original story ...)
Niigata plans to relocate its specialty shop within Tokyo
A popular shop in Tokyo’s Omotesando district that deals in specialties from Niigata Prefecture will close down by the end of this year and likely move to another fashionable location in the capital. ( read original story ...)