India’s services exports poised to overtake goods as IT drives trade shift India’s services exports near historic high as IT-led growth outpaces merchandise exports, testing manufacturing ambitions and reshaping trade, …
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Business
JTB strengthens inbound business travel services for Japan’s firms
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiJTB inbound business travel gains momentum after corporate-hosting event at Happo-en JTB inbound business travel services highlighted at a Tokyo event, showcasing cultural programmes and logistics for Japanese companies hosting …
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Politics
Mobile PASMO restored after 2.5-hour outage while JR East suspends Suica services
by Sui Yuitoby Sui YuitoMobile PASMO Charging Disrupted Nationwide on July 1; Service Largely Restored After 2.5 Hours Mobile PASMO app charging failed across Japan on July 1, 2026; operators restored service after roughly …
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Business
Echigo Tokimeki Railway announces weekday Setsugekka services to attract international tourists
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiEchigo Tokimeki Railway Expands Marketing, Adds Weekday Services for Setsugekka Resort Train Echigo Tokimeki Railway markets the Setsugekka resort train and plans weekday services between Itoigawa and Joetsumyoko to attract …
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Business
Asian streaming services double down on microdramas and AI-powered content
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiAsian Streaming Services Embrace Microdramas and AI to Boost Viewer Retention Major Asian platforms ReelShort, Viu and iQIYI announced in Bali on June 17, 2026 that they are prioritizing microdramas …
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Business
Japan announces sharing of maritime monitoring data with Southeast Asia to promote MDA services
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiJapan to share maritime vessel monitoring data with Southeast Asia Japan to share maritime vessel monitoring data with Southeast Asian nations to promote Japanese MDA services and strengthen regional maritime …
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Politics
Shinkansen halted at Omiya after crow strike, delaying Tohoku, Joetsu, Hokuriku services
by Sui Yuitoby Sui YuitoCrow Collision Halts Shinkansen at Omiya, Delaying Tohoku, Joetsu and Hokuriku Services May 15, 2026: A crow struck overhead lines at Omiya Station, cutting power to Shinkansen trains and delaying …
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Business
Japanese outlet malls introduce skate parks and pet services to attract shoppers
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiJapanese outlet malls pivot to experiences as domestic shoppers replace Chinese tourists Outlet malls across Japan are shifting toward experience-led offerings to attract domestic shoppers, adding features from skate parks …
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Technology
Amazon Web Services offers urgent private land deal for Spanish data center
by Sora Tanakaby Sora TanakaAmazon Web Services Sparks Alarm in Aragon After Private Land Purchase Offer for Planned Data Centre Amazon Web Services offered to buy a family plot in Aragon for a planned …