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Osaka Expo 'Grand Ring' A Symbol Of Unity: Architect

A towering wooden "Grand Ring" built for Expo 2025 in Osaka pays homage to Japan's architectural history and is a symbol of unity despite criticism over costs, its creator says.

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Antwerp Navigator: an unfussy guide to ‘the diamond capital of the world’

A visit to Antwerp will stimulate and inspire your senses, in the best way. Here’s what we recommend

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Far Cry Publisher's Latest Game Flop Had a Cool Idea Worth a Second Look

Troubled game publisher Ubisoft announced that its competitive free-to-play shooter XDefiant will shut down after just six months. The decision to pull the plug will have impacts far beyond the game’s diminishing player base, as Ubisoft will shutting down both its Osaka and San Francisco offices, resulting in 277 layoffs.

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Big Preview: Monster Hunter Wilds – Exclusive access and hands-on impressions of Capcom's most ambitious entry yet

We flew to Osaka, Japan to visit Capcom and spend hours with a new build of Monster Hunter Wilds, and to meet the devs pushing the series' boundaries once again

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5 hours with Monster Hunter Wilds soothed my beta fears, but I left more impressed by its storytelling chops

"What is a hunter?"

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Truck Driver Shortage? Japan Unveils Plans To Build 'Conveyor-Belt Road' Between Tokyo And Osaka

Japan plans a high-tech solution to its truck driver shortage: a conveyor-belt highway. This ambitious project aims to automate long-haul transportation.

International Business Times UK

Japan plans ‘conveyor belt road’ linking Tokyo and Osaka amid delivery driver shortage

It is hoped ‘innovative’ 24-hour design will also cut carbon emissions, as demand for delivery services soars

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Japan plans ‘conveyor belt road’ linking Tokyo and Osaka to tackle truck drivers shortage

Japan is planning an automated cargo transport corridor between Tokyo and Osaka

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Meet Luce: Vatican's Anime-inspired Mascot Bridging Tradition And Pop Culture For 2025 Jubilee

Aside from the 2025 Jubilee, Luce will also serve as the official mascot for the Holy See's pavilion at Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan.

International Business Times UK

Tadao Ando: the self-taught contemporary architecture master who 'converts feelings into physical form’

Tadao Ando is a self-taught architect who rose to become one of contemporary architecture's biggest stars. Here, we explore the Japanese master's origins, journey and finest works

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Aussie Birrell loses in her first WTA tournament final

Kim Birrell has been defeated in the final of the Japan Open in Osaka after a major breakthrough week for the former Australian No.1.

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I visited Cygames' massive mocap studio in Japan, and I'm in awe

Inside Asia's largest motion capture facility.

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Osaka gears up for the 2025 World Expo with memories of hosting a half-century ago

Osaka is one of Japan’s biggest and oldest cities, known more as a bustling business hub than a tourist destination

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Tour the new Four Seasons Osaka, where time stands still

Set within a 49-storey tower, Four Seasons Osaka takes the traditional ryokan experience to new heights

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'Shogun' season 2: Everything we know so far

'Shogun' will return to FX for season 2, having been changed from a limited series to an ongoing TV show. Here's everything you need to know, including cast, release date speculation, plot and more.

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Osaka establishes motorsport promotion council within F1 race bid

The Japanese city of Osaka has formed a new motorsport promotion council to boost its bid to get a future Formula 1 race hosting slot.

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Building a Feudal World: The VFX behind Shogun

Recreating Sengoku Period Japan for the FX adaptation of the acclaimed James Clavell novel.

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Shōgun episode 9 recap: Mariko enacts Toranaga's plan

In Shōgun episode 9, a return to Osaka brings a reunion between Mariko and Lady Ochiba, as well as a key protest that could change everything.

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International Business Times

Clouds Gather Over Japan's Ambitious Osaka World Expo

One of the largest wooden structures ever built is taking shape in Osaka, but hopes that Expo 2025 will unite the world are being dogged by cost blowouts and a lack of public enthusiasm.

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Lord Toranaga Sends Mariko On Secret Mission To Osaka

Lord Toranaga sends Mariko on a secret mission, sparking tension and power struggles within his ranks. Intrigue, alliances, and betrayals unfold in the wor...

The Guardian - AU

Sumo kind of wonderful as Takerufuji’s debut win in top division makes history

Wrestler, whose real name is Mikiya Ishioka, triumphs in Osaka to secure Emperor’s Cup despite injuring his ankle the previous day

International Business Times

'Curse Of The Colonel' KFC Statue Disposed Of In Japan

A plastic statue of Kentucky Fried Chicken's founder Colonel Sanders that was a lucky charm for superstitious Japanese baseball fans has been "disposed of" 15 years after being dredged out of an Osaka river, the firm said.

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Shōgun episode 3 recap: escape from Osaka

In Shōgun episode 3, Toranaga comes up with a master plan to get out of Osaka Castle, but also decides if he can truly trust Blackthorne.

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