Record-high 42.7mil visitors travelled to Japan in 2025
The weak yen has made accommodations and shopping in Japan more affordable, contributing to increased visits from China and other countries and regions.
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Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi to dissolve Lower House for Feb. 8 snap election
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Weak domestic demand continues to blight China’s economy as growth slows in Q4
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Japan, India agree on Quad’s importance; Foreign Ministers to establish dialogues to promote cooperation
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Basmati boom propels Pakistan past Vietnam
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What does BTS’ upcoming album name, ‘Arirang,’ mean?
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