Escape to a world of ice and snow this winter in Japan! Discover unique accommodations like ice hotels and outdoor hot springs, indulge in seasonal culinary experiences, and explore stunning landscapes. From Hokkaido’s icy paradise to Okinawa’s winter oasis, this guide highlights top destinations for an unforgettable winter escape.
Japan’s iconic Mount Fuji remains snow-free, marking the latest date for a snowcap absence in 130 years. Experts attribute this delay to prolonged high temperatures and climate change, raising concerns about the impact on the mountain’s ecosystem and tourism.
Nvidia’s Vice President of Worldwide Field Operations, Masataka Osaki, believes AI will soon take on a ‘human form’ and predicts Japan will become a global leader in the field if it embraces AI integration. Osaki highlighted the potential of AI and machine combinations to create new services and commended Japan’s efforts to build a domestic AI base.
Japan’s recent general election saw a surprising focus on inflation, despite the country’s historically low rates. This shift, alongside global economic concerns, has sparked commentary on changing economic paradigms and immediate implications for the yen and interest rates.
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, known for his passion for defense and trains, suffered a major setback in the recent snap election. His Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) secured its worst result in 15 years, jeopardizing his leadership and potentially making him the shortest-serving prime minister in postwar Japan. The election outcome reflects a growing dissatisfaction with the LDP’s handling of key issues like rising prices, corruption, and the rising influence of China. Despite pledges to revitalize rural regions and address the declining population, Ishiba’s ambitious reform agenda failed to resonate with voters.
India’s space agency, ISRO, has announced revised timelines for its upcoming missions, including Chandrayaan-4, Gaganyaan, and a joint moon landing mission with Japan. The new schedule sees Gaganyaan, India’s first manned space mission, launching in 2026, followed by Chandrayaan-4 in 2028. The joint lunar mission with Japan, initially planned for 2025, has been pushed to after 2028. ISRO Chairman S Somanath has provided insights into the challenges and objectives of these ambitious missions, highlighting India’s growing prowess in space exploration.
A global roundup of key events happening today, October 27th, featuring Spanish Prime Minister’s visit to India, BJP’s candidate announcement for Kedarnath by-polls, Japan’s general election, and more.
Godai-san Marugoto Technical College, a unique 5-year private school in Japan, is dedicated to cultivating entrepreneurs. Located in the picturesque town of Godai-san, the college boasts a unique curriculum focused on technology, design, and entrepreneurship, attracting students from across the nation and fostering a vibrant community of innovators.
Finnair is set to significantly expand its flight network for the summer season of 2025, offering increased connectivity to popular destinations in the US, Japan, and China. This expansion includes more flights to major US cities, increased services to Japan’s Osaka and Nagoya, and enhanced connections to Shanghai in China. This strategic move aims to cater to the growing demand for travel to these regions and solidify Finnair’s position as a leading carrier connecting Europe and Asia.
The ‘Poop Loop’ exhibition at 21_21 DESIGN SIGHT in Tokyo explores the fascinating and often overlooked world of waste and its interconnectedness with nature. This unique exhibition challenges our perception of ‘dirty’ by showcasing the natural cycles of waste and how it ultimately contributes to the larger ecosystem. Through a variety of exhibits and interactive experiences, ‘Poop Loop’ invites us to reconsider our relationship with waste, prompting us to embrace the cycle of life rather than viewing it as a problem to be disposed of.
