Short-term rental loophole fuels surge of apartment hotels in downtown Tokyo Japan grapples with a short-term rental loophole as operators convert individual apartments into registered hotels, prompting complaints from residents …
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Tokyo luxury condominium market signals reversal as listings surge and price cuts rise
by Sui Yuitoby Sui YuitoTokyo used condominium prices show signs of reversal after record April peak Tokyo used condominium prices peaked at ¥188.22 million in April 2026, but new Tokyo Kantei data show rising …
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Tokyo fireworks festivals 2026 schedule reveals dates and major events
by Ren Nakamuraby Ren NakamuraTokyo fireworks festivals 2026: dates, top displays and practical viewing guide Complete guide to Tokyo fireworks festivals 2026 — dates, major displays from Sumidagawa to Edogawa, viewing tips, transport guidance …
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Tokyo nightlife guide maps a 12-hour itinerary from museums to ramen
by Ren Nakamuraby Ren NakamuraTokyo nightlife: a practical 12-hour after-dark itinerary from museums to ramen 12-hour Tokyo nightlife itinerary: museums, game centers, bar crawls, karaoke, dawn sights and early-morning ramen, plus transport and money-saving …
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Marcos struggles to court Japanese investors over Philippine tax and corruption during Tokyo visit
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiMarcos Jr. state visit to Japan highlights security gains as tax and corruption fears dampen investor enthusiasm Marcos Jr.’s state visit to Japan on May 26, 2026 seeks deeper security …
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Airbnb launches Tokyo luggage storage this year and plans 175-city rollout
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiAirbnb luggage storage debuts in Tokyo in 2026 as company broadens services Airbnb luggage storage will launch in Tokyo in 2026, broadening services beyond rentals as the company plans a …
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Nikkei surges 3% as Tokyo stocks hit record high amid U.S.-Iran progress
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiNikkei average jumps 3% as Tokyo stocks hit record high amid easing oil prices and U.S.-Iran negotiation reports Japan equities surge as the Nikkei average rose about 3% on May …
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Tokyo Cheapo Reveals Budget Travel Essentials for 500,000 Monthly Readers
by Ren Nakamuraby Ren NakamuraTokyo Cheapo expands its reach as a leading budget guide for visitors and residents in Tokyo Tokyo Cheapo draws 500,000–800,000 monthly readers with budget-focused guides to Tokyo, from Narita transfers …
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Tokyo stocks’ trading value doubles as foreign and retail inflows boost liquidity
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiTrading Value of Japanese Blue Chip Stocks Doubles as Foreign and Retail Flows Boost Liquidity Average trading value of Japanese blue chip stocks has doubled in 12 months, fueled by …
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University of Tokyo cancels May Festival after bomb threat tied to Kamiya lecture
by Sui Yuitoby Sui YuitoUniversity of Tokyo May Festival Canceled After Bomb Threat Over Lecture by Sanseitō Speaker A bomb threat forced the University of Tokyo May Festival cancellation on May 16, 2026, after …