Japan’s washi paper used to mend historical documents at U.S. National Archives, overseas museums
Washi is light, strong, water-resistant and endowed with a beautiful texture. It can also last more than 1,000 years if kept correctly.
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Cathay Pacific apologises after 3-year-old was served white wine on its flight
The airlines also offered to refund the child’s ticket with three one-class upgrade vouchers and to cover the costs of medical check-ups.
Vietnam police warn foreigners to comply with traffic laws after dangerous driving caught on camera
At around 5pm last Sunday, a foreign male tourist drove a motorbike without a helmet and with both hands off the steering, endangering other road users on Highway 973 in Phu Quoc…
Japan’s Princess Aiko visits Osaka Expo
On May 8, the princess was to visit Yumeshima, the artificial island that is the Expo site, and observe the Grand Ring. She was also set to visit pavilions such as the Japan…
More than half of South Koreans feel chronic resentment: survey
Nearly 70 percent of respondents answered they believe the world is unfair.
Saplings from tree exposed to atomic bombing planted at U.N. headquarters to mark 80 years since Hiroshima, Nagasaki bombings
The saplings are a symbol of peace and resilience, said U.N. Undersecretary General and High Representative for Disarmament Affairs Izumi Nakamitsu, who participated in the…
2 men injured after knife attack at Tokyo subway station
The 43-year-old suspected attacker was apprehended by passengers and arrested by police on suspicion of attempted murder. Police said that both victims were conscious after the…
Foreigner behind MRT station molestation caught 7 years later when he re-entered Singapore
The offence happened on Aug 22, 2018. The 34-year-old suspect, a construction worker at the time, did not know the 21-year-old victim.
Issues with foreign residents in Japan tests coexistence in municipalities
Concerns include 'problematic behaviour' and rising unpaid medical bills.
South Korean food mogul Paik Jong-won ceases TV appearances after disputes
Police investigate false advertisement claims, the latest in a string of controversies involving his culinary empire.