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GAZOO RACING Defends Home Turf with 1-2-3-4 Rally Japan Win

News Desk 03/06/2026

GAZOO Racing World Rally Team (GR-WRT) secured a landslide 1-2-3-4 finish at Rally Japan, with Elfyn Evans and co-driver Scott Martin taking victory in the No. 33 Toyota GR YARIS Rally1. They were joined by teammates Sébastien Ogier and Vincent Landais (No. 1) in second, Sami Pajari and Marko

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Anime Tourism Invites the Arab World to Japan

News Desk 22/04/2026

The Anime & Manga Spot Summit & Expo held in Tokyo’s bustling neighborhood of Ikebukuro invites Middle Eastern anime fans to experience anime tourism, creating an exclusive and welcoming festival for international fans. Japanese animation (anime) has long captured the hearts of Middle Eastern fans through the adventures of Detective Conan, Doraemon, and many more

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UAE PAVILION PERGOLA FROM EXPO 2025 OSAKA FINDS A NEW HOME IN JAPAN

News Desk 06/04/2026

A pergola that formed part of the United Arab Emirates Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, has been installed in Tottori Prefecture, where it will continue to serve as a public space for visitors. Originally positioned at the entrance of the UAE Pavilion, the pergola provided a shaded area for millions of visitors as they […]

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More than 60% of MENA Investors Bet Big on Japan Amid Global Market Caution

News Desk 02/04/2026

Investors around the world are maintaining a cautiously optimistic outlook for the next six months, with the strongest confidence directed towards Japan’s equity market, according to Saxo, the leader in online trading and investment, and its latest Investor Forecast Q1 2026. The survey* gathered more than 1,600 responses across ten markets and asked clients how […]

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TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Clinches Stunning 1-2-3 Finish at Rally Japan

News Desk 12/11/2025

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing World Rally Team pulled off a late-season hat trick with their one-two-three finish at the 2025 FIA World Rally Championship’s Rally Japan. Eight-time world champion Sébastien Ogier and co-driver Vincent Landais led the charge in the No. 17 Toyota GR YARIS Rally1, followed closely by teammates Elfyn Evans and Scott Martin in […]

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SALVAJE DUBAI UNVEILS BOLD NEW COCKTAIL MENU: WHERE JAPAN MEETS LATIN AMERICA

PR News Desk 21/10/2025

Salvaje Dubai, the acclaimed Japanese-Latin American restaurant, has launched a new signature cocktail menu blending Japanese elegance with vibrant Latin American flavours. Available daily, the menu features reimagined classics and experimental creations, honoring nature, culture, and craftsmanship. Step into a world where cocktails become poetry and every pour

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Hub71 deepens ties with Japan to drive cross-border innovation

PR News Desk 16/09/2025

Hub71, Abu Dhabi’s global tech ecosystem, has strengthened its commitment to Japan through a series of high-profile engagements in Tokyo at WebX and the Blockchain Leaders Summit, reinforcing Abu Dhabi’s role as a global gateway for technology and international investment. Building on a successful series of engagements in Japan earlier this year, including the Abu […]

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Parmigiani Fleurier expands to Asia with opening of Flagship Boutique in Ginza, Tokyo – Japan

PR News Desk 27/08/2025

Parmigiani Fleurier is proud to announce the official opening its first boutique in Asia, located at 7-chome Chuo-dori in the heart of Tokyo’s prestigious Ginza. The flagship stands to strengthen Parmigiani Fleurier’s presence in Japan and beyond, at a time when the industry is showing restraint. It celebrates the exceptional craftsmanship of the house in […]

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TOTO GALLERY・MA Celebrates 40 Years of Architectural Dialogue and Innovation

PR News Desk 19/08/2025

TOTO GALLERY・MA, the architecture and design-focused cultural space by TOTO LTD., Japan, is marking its 40th anniversary this year. Since opening its doors in Tokyo in 1985, the gallery has brought together some of the world’s most respected architects and emerging talents, creating a platform where ideas, creativity and cultural perspectives meet. In the last […]

Health

Canada, UK and Japan gain top WHO status in global push for safe medical products

Arnold Pinto 12/08/2025

Future role for Gulf states? The World Health Organization (WHO) has designated national regulatory authorities in Canada, the United Kingdom, and Japan as WHO-Listed Authorities, a classification reserved for agencies that meet the highest international standards for overseeing medical products. The move is part of a broader effort to strengthen global access to safe and

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Dubai Welcomes Japan’s Leading Udon Brand as Marugame Udon Opens First UAE Outlet at City Centre Deira

PR News Desk 01/08/2025

Reinforcing the UAE’s growing reputation as a global destination for world-class dining experiences, Japan’s number one udon brand Marugame Udon has made its regional debut in Dubai with the opening of its first outlet at City Centre Deira. The grand opening on July 3 exceeded expectations, drawing queues of over 500+ guests well into the […]

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Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) Assigned A+ Rating with Stable Outlook by Japan Credit Rating Agency, Strengthening Access to Asian Capital Markets

PR News Desk 16/07/2025

Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) (www.AfricaFC.org), the continent’s leading infrastructure solutions provider, has been assigned a long-term Issuer credit rating of A+ with a stable outlook by Japan Credit Rating Agency, Ltd (JCR). This rating will enable AFC to continue growing its footprint in Asian capital markets. “The credit rating reflects AFC’s leading role

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Invest Qatar, QFZ conclude Asian roadshow with strategic engagements in Japan

PR News Desk 12/07/2025

Invest Qatar, the Investment Promotion Agency of Qatar, successfully concluded a series of high-level meetings with leading Japanese business and trade organisations in Tokyo, marking the final stop of its Asian business roadshow. The roadshow was held in collaboration with the Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZ) to strengthen bilateral economic ties and promote investment

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Shared vision for mobility, motorsport boosting UAE’s trading partnership with Japan – Ben Sulayem

PR News Desk 26/06/2025

FIA President says meeting with Japanese Prime Minister revealed approach which is a model for nations across the world Mohammed Ben Sulayem, President of the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA), says a shared vision for the future of mobility and motor sport is helping to reinforce the UAE’s strong trading partnership with Japan. Ben Sulayem […]

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FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem to visit Japan to highlight global role of mobility innovation and continued motorsport growth

PR News Desk 03/06/2025

The President of the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) Mohammed Ben Sulayem will embark on a high-level visit to Japan this week, underscoring the strategic importance of the country in shaping the future of global mobility, automotive innovation, and motorsport development. The visit reaffirms the FIA’s commitment, as the global governing body for

Automotive BREAKING NEWS Business

Toyota Industries set for ¥180 billion restructuring push towards mobility transformation

Arnold Pinto 03/06/2025

Backed by Akio Toyoda Toyota Group has begun a strategic move to privatise Toyota Industries Corporation, in a sweeping set of transactions that signal the group’s broader ambition to transform into a global mobility powerhouse. The multi-billion yen restructuring effort aims to deepen collaboration across the Toyota ecosystem and accelerate the group’s pivot towards

Events

Expo 2025 Osaka welcomes one million visitors since opening

News Desk 26/04/2025

In 11 days’ time Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai has reached a significant milestone, drawing over one million visitors just 11 days after opening its doors. The achievement was reached on April 23, 2025, signalling strong momentum for the six-month event, which is expected to attract more than 28 million people. Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai runs […]

Events

Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai ushers in innovation and global dialogue

News Desk 19/04/2025

For the next 6 months The long-anticipated Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai officially opened its doors on April 13, welcoming the first wave of visitors to its expansive 155-hectare site on Yumeshima Island. Marking the beginning of six months of global cultural exchange, innovation, and dialogue, the event started with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and a spectacular […]

Events

Expo 2025 begins in Osaka, Kansai, in a sign of global unity

Arnold Pinto 12/04/2025

55 years after Japan first hosted the global event Japan is preparing to open its doors for Expo 2025 Osaka Kansai, officially launching on April 13, 2025, at Yumeshima Island in Osaka Bay. The highly anticipated World Expo will begin with a grand opening ceremony at 2 pm JST on April 12, streamed live across […]

Events

All you need to know about Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, including ticket prices

Arnold Pinto 09/04/2025

April 13 to October 13, 2025 Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, is one of the decade’s most highly anticipated events. Scheduled to take place from April 13 to October 13, 2025, on a purpose-built island site, the Expo promises to be a world-class gathering showcasing cutting-edge technology, sustainability, and the best global culture. The event, hosted […]