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Japan imposes new fees on Mount Fuji climbers to limit tourists
Park rangers on Japan's Mount Fuji launched this year's climbing season before sunrise, implementing new trail fees and capping daily hiker numbers at 4,000 to manage overcrowding. Climbers now pay ¥2,000 ($12) per person amid concerns over litter and trail congestion from last year. The season runs until September 10, aiming to mitigate environmental impact and safety issues, especially among eager "bullet climbers". Despite Japan's tourism boom, authorities seek to balance visitor numbers with sustainable management practices.
Disney plans worldwide expansion: Vision unveiled with Frozen, know what’s next
Celebrating a decade of "Frozen," Disney unveils a $60 billion investment plan, promising transformative experiences. With "World of Frozen" enchanting Hong Kong Disneyland, the ambitious vision spans enhanced parks, cruise lines, and new realms.
From pencil and paper to media giant: A century of Disney
Disney's major milestones include the birth of Walt Disney, the creation of Mickey Mouse, the opening of Disneyland, the leadership of Michael Eisner, acquisitions of Pixar and Marvel, the launch of Disney+, and recent controversies surrounding the company's stance on social issues. Despite challenges faced during the pandemic, Disney+ has gained over 145 million subscribers by mid-2023.
Disney’s Splash Mountain shuts down on May 31; Know details about its replacement
Disney is shutting down its Splash Mountain ride after over three decades. However, a new project inspired by the film ‘The Princess and the Frog’, is underway as its replacement.
Visitors at Japan Disneyland take cover as Earthquake Early Warning system goes off
Life preserving measures are especially important in Japan as it is one of the world’s most seismically active countries. The warning which was being played in the background is known as an Earthquake Early Warning (EEW) system that alerts people if a quake of magnitude 5 or higher is expected. The EEW system aims to mitigate earthquake damage by allowing people to take shelter and leave dangerous areas in case strong tremors jolt a region.
Revelers throng to New Year's parties after COVID hiatus
While COVID-19 continues to cause death and dismay, particularly in China, which is battling a nationwide surge in infections after suddenly easing anti-epidemic measures, countries had largely lifted quarantine requirements, restrictions for visitors and relentless testing that had limited travel and places people can go to.
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5 world market themes for the week ahead
China publishes key economic data as Beijing loosens some of its strict COVID-19 shackles, while PMIs will provide a health check for the global economy.
Beyond the gates, whimsical world awaits: Ghibli theme park with Cat Bus and toothy grin of Totoro prepares for visitors
Creators of the park have said it is designed to minimise fantasy and reflect the realism of Ghibli's works.
Disney to layoff about 32,000 workers in first half of 2021
The layoffs will be in the first half of 2021, the company said in a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Earlier this month, Disney said it was furloughing additional workers from its theme park in Southern California due to uncertainty over when the state would allow parks to reopen.
Xi Jinping’s tech wonderland runs into headwinds
With his actions, Trump threatened revenue and product development at China’s most innovative companies. The importance of that is magnified by the timing of his actions, which come as China is upgrading its industries, with many sectors still in need of expertise from abroad to complete the development Xi expects.
Disney temporarily closing Hong Kong Disneyland again as coronavirus cases rise
The Hong Kong Disneyland Resort hotels will remain open with adjusted services.
Hong Kong Disneyland to reopen after five-month closure
It is just the second Disneyland around the world to resume services during the pandemic.
Tokyo shares hit 2-1/2 month high on hopes for swift reopening of economy
The benchmark Nikkei average gained 1.5 per cent to 20,433.45, its highest closing since March 6.
Japan's economy faces extreme uncertainty as coronavirus spreads: Central bank head
While aggressive central bank actions across the globe have eased financial market tensions somewhat, corporate funding strains were worsening, central bank Governor Haruhiko Kuroda told a quarterly meeting of the Bank of Japan's regional branch managers on Thursday.
Coronavirus scare: Tokyo Disney closure extended, parks to reopen early April
More than 30 million visitors explore the two parks each year.
Coronavirus outbreak batters economies, raises fear of spread
Panic-buying of daily necessities emerged in Japan, tourist sites across Asia, Europe and the Mideast were deserted, and governments closed schools and banned big gatherings.
Flowers that no longer bloom: Japan cherry blossom festivals cancelled over Coronavirus fears
The cancellations come as authorities step up efforts to tackle the outbreak in Japan.
Rising concerns over global recession: Markets can’t mask their fear
Investor wealth worth Rs 4.81 lakh crore was wiped out in a day.
Coronavirus fear hits Tokyo Disney, park closes for two weeks
Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea hope to resume operations from March 16.
From Golden Pavilion in Kyoto to Tokyo's robot restaurant: Japan contains multitudes
Don't be afraid of the long queues in Japan, they melt away at Shinkansen speed.
Spring or winter, Japan's myriad offerings make it the perfect destination for every season
Celebrate attractive family-friendly highlights in every season.
Billionaire porn king reinvents himself as Japan's startup guru
His ever-evolving media and technology empire, DMM.com, started with pornography but has grown into a vast collection of enterprises that have made him one of Japan’s richest people.
Itchy feet? Forget Europe, try these Lonely Planet's 'Best in Asia' spots
It will also leave you stumped with choices, and a problem of plenty: from bustling lively cities, to gorgeous and endless coastlines.
How ShopClues founder Sandeep Aggarwal survived a run-in with Preet Bharara and kept his dreams afloat in adversity
Sandeep says his arrest in San Jose was a blessing in disguise, rid of his executive responsibilities, he kept thinking strategy for ShopClues, sitting in US.
Gotham Air wants to make a helicopter ride to the airport as cheap as an Uber cab
Gotham Air CEO Tim Hayes thinks there's one big problem with the helicopter industry: a misguided focus on the super rich.
Michael Eisner gets star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
Mickey and Minnie Mouse were on hand when former Disney CEO Michael Eisner got a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
SE Asia may be next stop for Japan Disney operator
For some lucky Disney fans in Southeast Asia the days of flying long distances between countries to get a whiff of the magic kingdom might soon be over.
Walt Disney to produce cartoons 'made in Japan'
US entertainment giant Walt Disney said on Thursday it would produce cartoons in Japan in tie-ups with the country's famed animation industry in a rare bid to adapt to regional tastes.
Disney begins mobile service in Japan
Disney launched a mobile phone service in Japan on Saturday in cooperation with Softbank Corp, entering the tough Japanese cellular phone market following its withdrawal from the the United States.
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