Japan eager to lure rich foreign tourists to regional areas
Expecting a full recovery in the number of inbound tourists, the agency will select 10 model tourist sites to help establish accommodation facilities that will appeal to a…
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A festival of pleasant chaos: Gangneung Danoje
Among a barrage of other attractions, traditional folk games have also become major events at the Gangeung Danoje Festival, drawing crowds up to an hour ahead of the matches.
WeChat app puts life into non-live gigs
As the Covid-19 pandemic effectively put live performances in peril, quarantines and social distancing have unexpectedly incited an explosion in livestreamed concerts and DJ sets.
Outdoor tourism sites reopen in Shanghai
Starting on June 1, ”grade A” tourism facilities that are outdoors can open their doors to the public.
Anti-harassment movement grows as actors reveal sexual violence
In March, a magazine carried an article with accusations from several women against Japanese director Hideo Sakaki; similar claims against another director soon followed.
Webtoons, animations emerge for business promotions
A growing number of businesses have shown interest in webtoons and animations to target millennials and Generation Z, locally known as the MZ generation.
Park Chan-wook wins best director, Song Kang-ho, best actor at Cannes
One of the world’s most prestigious film festivals has once again acknowledged the power of South Korean cinema.
South Korean cinema is having its moment in the sun
Prior to the 21st century, South Korean movies were a near non-factor on the international stage.
Cloud tourism offers a convenient substitute for sightseers in China
"Cloud tourism" refers to a form of travel that depends on advanced technologies such as 5G and virtual reality. These technologies enable people to have immersive sightseeing…
Omakase adds new flavor to Seoul’s food scene
From coffee to grilled pork, chef-curated dining services transcend business boundaries.