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The Latest Breaking News from Kyoto

Defunct railways being transformed into elevated walking trails

Projects are seen in many parts of the nation to convert disused elevated railways and roads into walking trails, modeled after the High Line in New York, a tourist spot made from a defunct rail line.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

The best Japanese destination swaps

As the Asian tourist darling finally reopens to some tourists on organised tours, Rob Goss recommends switching out the biggest draws for these intriguing alternatives

The Independent UK

Saudi Arabia’s PIF Acquires Stakes in Nintendo

Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) has taken a 5.01% stake in Nintendo Co, as the sovereign wealth fund increases its exposure to the Japanese video gaming industry. The investment in the Kyoto-based group company was made for investment purposes, according to a filing to Japan’s Finance Ministry, making the…

Asharq Al-Awsat

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Terracotta Warriors make a return to Japan

Those visiting Japan on business can visit the Kyoto National Museum of Japan to see the touring exhibition "Terracotta Warriors And Ancient China – Legacy Of Qin And Han Civilizations", which runs until May 22.

Bangkok Post

More water stations set up to reduce plastic waste

KAMEOKA, Kyoto -- A municipality in Kyoto Prefecture is working to reduce plastic waste -- particularly single-use plastics -- by setting up more locations around the city where people can fill their reusable bottles with water for free.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Nintendo Shares Slump 6% on ‘Legend of Zelda’ Delay

Nintendo Co shares slumped 6% in Tokyo trading after the Kyoto-based gaming firm said it was pushing back the release of the hotly awaited sequel to "Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild" to spring 2023 from this year's planned debut. The fall comes after Nintendo's shares had gained 25%…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Look but don't eat: Real candies make cute accessories

Colorful striped candy balls known as temari-ame and slices of candy with the same image on them, such as a windmill or a beckoning cat, called kintaro-ame -- these traditional Japanese candies are real but they can't be eaten. Instead, they are coated with transparent resin and sold as accessories.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

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COVID-19 measures to be extended in 6 prefs

The government plans to extend quasi-emergency priority measures in Tokyo, Osaka, Aichi, Hyogo, Kanagawa and Kyoto prefectures for about another two weeks, according to sources.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

COVID-19 measures to be extended in 6 Japanese prefectures

The government plans to extend the period of quasi-emergency priority measures in the prefectures of Tokyo, Kanagawa, Aichi, Kyoto, Osaka and Hyogo for about another two weeks, according to sources.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

As tourists begin thinking about an overseas holiday, some destinations are wary about having too many back

As international borders reopen and people begin making holiday plans, some popular destinations are putting in measures to keep tourist numbers down, or at least make sure they stay on their best behaviour.

ABC News

Five Great Reads: quiet Kyoto, bootleg Philip Roth and Bake Off types

Guardian Australia’s weekday wrap of compelling stories and top writing, selected by lifestyle editor Alyx Gorman

The Guardian - AU

Covid robbed Kyoto of foreign tourists – now it is not sure it wants them back

City that had 8 million overseas visitors in 2019 – including free-spending parties of Chinese people – is getting used to the peace and quiet

The Guardian - UK

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