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Starbucks introduces new plant-based, biodegradable Green Planet® straws in Japan

Posted on December 7, 2024 by Priyanka Patil |

Starbucks today launched a new biodegradable, plant-based straw in its stores in Japan, another important move that supports the company’s environmental pledge to increase resource efficiency and reduce waste by…

Indian Sci-Fi Hit ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ to Premiere in Japan, Sequel Confirmed

Posted on October 8, 2024 by Priyanka Patil |

Nag Ashwin’s Indian sci-fi hitting “Kalki 2898 AD” is heading for international waters, with Russia and Japan next on the release schedule. The film will be released in Japan in…

Sony to Introduce Crypto Exchange in Japan via Amber Platform

Posted on July 1, 2024 by Priyanka Patil |

According to a PR Times press release on Monday, Japanese multi-industry conglomerate Sony is preparing to launch a cryptocurrency exchange subsidiary by revamping WhaleFin, a local trading platform it acquired…

Japan announces the Digital Nomad Visa: Here are the top 5 places to visit

Posted on February 21, 2024 by Priyanka Patil |

Calling all remote workers and adventure seekers! Japan has opened its doors to a new wave of explorers with the launch of the long-awaited “Digital Nomad Visa”. From March 2024,…

5 Best Places To Explore Japan’s Amazing Art Scene

Posted on October 23, 2023 by Priyanka Patil |

Travel plans are enhanced by visiting galleries and museums, which captivate and leave a lasting impression on visitors who interact with their immersive displays. This is especially evident when travelling…

Launching a moon mission, Japan aims to become the 5th country to land on the lunar surface

Posted on September 8, 2023 by Priyanka Patil |

According to the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), Japan launched a rocket to the moon on Wednesday in an attempt to become the fifth nation to set foot on the…

Japan launches its lunar lander SLIM, dubbed the “moon sniper,” into space

Posted on September 7, 2023 by Priyanka Patil |

Japan launched a lunar exploration spacecraft on a homegrown H-IIA rocket on Thursday in an effort to become the fifth nation in the world to set foot on the moon…

Valve opens up reservations for Steam Deck in four new nations

Posted on August 4, 2022 by Priyanka Patil |

According to a Valve announcement, consumers in Hong Kong, Taiwan, South Korea, Japan, and South Korea can now reserve a Steam Deck. The Komodo partnership will help the Seattle, WA-based…

In Japan, McDonald’s is facing a shortage of French fries

Posted on December 22, 2021 by Priyanka Patil |

McDonald’s, the world’s largest fast food chain, is experiencing a chip shortage in Japan as a result of the worldwide supply chain issue. The problem at the home of the…

Netflix’s upcoming ‘YuYu Hakusho’ live-action series has begun filming in Japan

Posted on June 16, 2021 by Priyanka Patil |

Netflix’s upcoming adaptation of the classic shonen manga series Yu Hakusho has reportedly started recording in Japan. As translated by Twitter client YourAnimeGuy, a Japanese fan of the series tweeted…