The coronavirus pandemic has significantly impacted educational institutions, with schools and universities closing their doors and taking classes online worldwide. Global restrictions on travel pose a challenge to students looking to study abroad, as well as the institutions looking to recruit them. Research conducted by ...
As the fate of many sporting events ¡ª the 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games chief among them ¡ª are up in the air, the International Sports Promotion Society plans to sponsor four golf tournaments by September. The sports charity, also known as ISPS Handa, was ...
Coronavirus international travel restrictions may have scuttled many a summer vacation plan, but there has never been a better time to embark on a domestic adventure and support local businesses. The Hokkaido town of Niseko, most famed for its snow-capped peaks and popularity as ...
Summer in Niseko has it all, with mild temperatures and low humidity, breathtaking scenery, amazing produce, activities at every turn and outstanding self-contained accommodations. The latter are ideal for family vacations, romantic sojourns, golf trips or spacious and solo workcations alike. Reaching the Niseko area, more ...
Autumn marks a sense of accomplishment for Niseko¡¯s farming community. The district is renowned for its fertile landscape and nutrient-rich volcanic soil, which contributes to some of the best produce to be found in Japan. The Niseko Autumn Food Festival boasts a variety of dishes. A ...
Over a millennium's worth of Japanese trends, tradition on display
From vibrant kimono to exquisite lacquerware and woodblock prints, Japanese aesthetics encompass a vast spectrum of art and craftsmanship permeating every facet of society. Since its opening in 1961, the Suntory Museum of Art has displayed troves of treasures reflecting this diverse range of ...
Susumu Satani, CEO of Tokyo-based consulting firm Prored Partners Co., is somewhat of an outlier in his field; he is convinced performance-based consultation is the best approach to tackling client needs. Through his firm, Satani hopes to help as many companies as possible while satisfying ...
Petroliam Nasional Berhad (PETRONAS), Malaysia¡¯s state-run oil company, introduced its high-performance racing fuel Primax to ½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï racing enthusiasts in June. Primax is produced by using PETRONAS Fluid Technology Solutions, an advanced formula developed through the company¡¯s collective experience in motorsports, as well as insights and ...
Humanity finds itself at a crossroads. The far-reaching impact of the coronavirus pandemic has plunged the entire world into an unprecedented crisis. However, the impact need not only be negative. In the words of writer, historian and activist Rebecca Solnit, ¡°Horrible in itself, disaster ...
H.E. Rui Orlando Ferreira de Ceita da Silva Xavier Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary www.angola.or.jp Our thoughts, prayers and solidarity are with those facing unprecedented suffering caused by COVID-19. To all the health professionals, we would like to express our deepest gratitude and above all a message of great ...
H.E. Betty Grace Akech-Okullo Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary www.uganda-embassy.jp Despite COVID-19 causing grave global health concerns, massive recoveries inspire hope. Uganda salutes Their Imperial Majesties and the People of Japan for their unwavering commitment in fighting the pandemic. Ugandans stay safe. *A portion of ad revenue will be donated ...
Getting used to life at home? For many around the world, staying at home 24/7 has become the new normal. For Japan, a country known for its corporate warriors who demonstrate dedication through spending most of their time in the workplace, the coronavirus pandemic ...
