City in Japan near Mount Fuji turns empty commercial spaces into lodgings for tourists
In Shizuoka, Japan, commercial spaces are being turned into guest accommodation to draw more visitors and help revitalise the ...
Japanese man acquitted of 1966 murders to sue state for defamation
A Japanese man acquitted of a 1966 quadruple murder in a retrial is set to file a lawsuit against the state for defamation ...
Japan man acquitted of 1966 murders seeks over $1.4 million in compensation
A lawyer for an 88-year-old man acquitted in a retrial over a 1966 quadruple murder case has sought about 217 million yen ($1 ...
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'Birupaku' turns vacant spaces into unique lodgings in central Japan
An initiative known as Birupaku is transforming vacant commercial spaces into guest accommodations in the central Japan city of Shizuoka, offering visitors an alternative to conventional lodgings and ...
Shizuoka station name may be longest in Japan with 39-character promo subtitle
Local railway operator Izukyu Co. unveiled a 39-character promotional sub-name for Izu-Hokkawa Station here on Feb. 5, which ...