Newsletter: TOKYO LIGHTS 2026 Concludes Record-Breaking Approx. 80,000 Visitors Enthralled Over Nine Dazzling Days as Tokyo’s Premier Festival of Light Came to a Close.

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The Tokyo International Projection Mapping Award Executive Committee is pleased to announce the successful conclusion of TOKYO LIGHTS 2026, a festival of light illuminating Tokyo’s nights, held over nine days from Saturday, May 23 to Sunday, May 31, 2026, at the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building No.1, Citizens’ Plaza, and across the Nishi-Shinjuku area. During the event period, approximately 80,000 visitors from Japan and abroad attended, showcasing to the world the potential of Tokyo as a new nighttime tourism destination.

Newsletter: Philippines and Japan sign joint declaration to continue decades of space cooperation

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The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) and the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) signed a Joint Declaration of Interest in Space Cooperation on 27 May 2026, reaffirming their shared goals and objectives, and their interest in exploring cooperation and industry partnerships in Satellite Joint Mission Partnership and Data Applications, Space Exploration and Human Spaceflight, and Space Sustainability. The declaration was signed by PhilSA Ad Interim Director General Gay Jane P. Perez and JAXA President Hiroshi Yamakawa during President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s state visit to Japan.

Newsletter: DISG A Japan-ASEAN Economic Cooperation Platform Launched During the COVID-19 Pandemic Masuo Kuremura, Former Executive Secretary to the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry, Appointed Chairman

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In September 2025, Masuo Kuremura, formerly Executive Secretary to the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry, was appointed Chairman of the “Dialogue for Innovative and Sustainable Growth (DISG),” a platform dedicated to advancing practical economic cooperation between ASEAN and Japan.

Newsletter: “Deeply Moved by an Otherworldly Journey” Actor Tao Tsuchiya Appointed Official Ambassador for TOKYO LIGHTS 2026

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The Tokyo International Projection Mapping Award Executive Committee is pleased to announce that TOKYO LIGHTS 2026, a creative festival of light illuminating Tokyo’s nights, will be held from Saturday, May 23 to Sunday, May 31, 2026, at the Tokyo Metropolitan Government No. 1 Building, Citizens' Plaza and the Nishi-Shinjuku area (including Shinjuku Chuo Park).

Newsletter: SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026 – Asia’s Largest Global Innovation Conference to Be Held in Tokyo

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The Tokyo Metropolitan Government will host “SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026,” one of Asia’s largest global innovation conferences.

Newsletter: Rol3ert Reimagines Breakout Hit “(how could i be) honest?” with Korea’s DAUL & THAMA in New Cross-Border Collaboration

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Rising Japanese singer-songwriter Rol3ert continues his rapid ascent globally and across Asia with the release of “(how could i be) honest? - DAUL mix (feat. THAMA),” a newly reimagined version of his breakout track, created in collaboration with Korean producer DAUL and acclaimed R&B artist THAMA.  Recently selected for Rolling Stone’s “Future 25” as one of 25 artists representing Japan, Rol3ert is quickly emerging as one of the country’s most promising new voices on the global stage.

Newsletter: ONE OR EIGHT Unveils “GATHER” First Mini Album Featuring Focus Track “TOKYO DRIFT”

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Rising Japanese boy group ONE OR EIGHT has released their highly anticipated first mini album GATHER, bringing together the defining tracks of their debut era alongside new material. Blending fearless experimentation with global sonic influences and an empowering narrative of unity and ambition, the album reflects the group’s mission, as Japan’s next generation boy group, to advance “from Japan to the world.”

Newsletter: ONE OR EIGHT Launches Official “GATHER” Limited Edition Merchandise Ahead of First Mini Album Release

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Japanese global boy group ONE OR EIGHT proudly unveils their official “GATHER Limited Edition” merchandise, available now via their official online store, in celebration of the release of their upcoming first mini album GATHER and 1st LIVE TOUR - GATHER.

Newsletter: Japan Tech Indonesia 2025: Paving The Way For Japan-Indonesia IT Collaboration

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Japan Tech Indonesia 2025 officially concluded on 21 October 2025 at Ciputra Artpreneur, Jakarta, marking a major milestone in fostering collaboration between the IT industries of Japan and Indonesia. The event brought together cutting-edge technology solutions from Japan and the growing needs of the Indonesian market, opening doors for partnerships and wider product adoption across various sectors in Southeast Asia.

Newsletter: JO1 Global Boy Group Release New EP “Handz in My Pocket”

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Chart-topping Japanese sensation JO1 has released their new EP,     on 22nd October, following the soaring release of their 10th single, “Handz In My Pocket”. This special release will include a performance video for the track, “Just Say Yes”, set to premiere at a later date. The project captures JO1’s unmistakable sound and expanding global reach, an evolution that continues to bridge J-Pop and K-Pop to international pop culture.

Newsletter: Barbie Almalbis takes over Shibuya Crossing in “All U Wanna Do” music video

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Acclaimed singer-songwriter Barbie Almalbis has released the music video for her latest single, “All U Wanna Do.” 

Newsletter: Taste the Famous New York Steakhouse BENJAMIN STEAKHOUSE Now in Japan!

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Benjamin Steakhouse Offers an Unforgettable Dining Experience in Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto

Beloved in New York, the prestigious Benjamin Steakhouse has announced that they will be expanding their restaurants in four locations across Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka in Japan, offering guests from around the world the finest steaks and an unforgettable dining experience.

Newsletter: ONE OR EIGHT Kicks Off Back-to-Back Single Releases With “Young & Reckless” - First of Their “Anthems of Challenge”

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ONE OR EIGHT consists of YUGA, MIZUKI, NEO, TAKERU, TSUBASA, REIA, RYOTA, SOUMA (L to R) (credit: Avex Music Creative Inc.)

On 29th August, rising global boy group ONE OR EIGHT has released two consecutive singles, each serving as an “anthem of challenge” for dreamers and those embracing their individuality.

Newsletter: Launch of “JAPAN PREMIUM SIM,” an eSIM Service Exclusively for Visitors to Japan

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Adjustone, Inc. (Head Office: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Eita Ito) announced the launch of its next-generation eSIM communication service, “JAPAN PREMIUM SIM,” designed specifically for international travelers visiting Japan.

Newsletter: Muri and Shigge capture the fleeting beauty of twilight in new song “Golden Hour”

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Filipino soul-pop artist Muri and Japanese electronic producer Shigge have finally dropped  “Golden Hour,” the luminous first single off their upcoming joint EP, SETSUNA—slated to be released next month.

FAIRMONT HOTELS & RESORTS DEBUTS IN JAPAN WITH THE GRAND OPENING OF FAIRMONT TOKYO

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Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, part of the world-leading hospitality group Accor, is delighted to announce its debut in Japan with the opening of Fairmont Tokyo. The milestone was marked by a ribbon-tying ceremony held on July 1, 2025, celebrating a history-making moment as the brand enters the Japanese market for the very first time.

Newsletter: Filipino soul-pop artist Muri and Japanese electronic producer Shigge tease upcoming new track “Golden Hour”

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Filipino singer-songwriter Muri and Japanese producer Shigge have officially announced their collaborative new single, “Golden Hour,” via a minimalist teaser posted to Instagram last night, sparking anticipation for their cross-border release.

Newsletter: JAPAN’S NO. 1 HIP-HOP STARS CREEPY NUTS DROP WILD NEW SINGLES “MIRAGE” AND “NEMURE”

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Genre-upending Japanese hip-hop unit Creepy Nuts release two brand new singles: the Latin-infused “Mirage” and the high-energy “Nemure” — the opening and closing themes of Season 2 of the hit supernatural anime Yofukashi no Uta (Call of the Night). The duo — battle rap champ R-shitei and DMC World DJ Championships hero DJ Matsunaga — have a rich history of lending their dynamic music to TV series, and are also celebrating the release of their fourth album LEGION, out now via Sony Music Japan. 

Newsletter: Rising Singer-Songwriter Rol3ert Releases New single “Nerd”

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19-year-old Japanese singer-songwriter Rol3ert (pronounced “Robert”) is quickly emerging as a breakout artist in Japan’s music scene. His presence across Asia has been steadily growing since the release of his debut single “meaning” in January, followed by “HOPE” in April. Both tracks have landed on user-generated playlists across major streaming platforms, including Spotify and Apple Music.

Newsletter: povo Launches 'povo2.0 Japan SIM' eSIM for International Visitors—Get Connected in 3 Minutes at Lawson Stores Nationwide

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KDDI has announced that starting July 1, 2025, “povo2.0 Japan SIM” cards, which allow foreign travelers to purchase data, will be available at approximately 14,600 Lawson locations (note 1) across Japan, a major convenience store chain in Japan. Travelers can choose from four plans based on their needs: 3 GB (7 Days), 10 GB (30 Days), 25 GB (30 Days), and Unlimited Data (7 Days) (note 2). They can be purchased at the register with cash and utilize the eSIM card embedded in the customer’s device, so they can register online and connect to the internet in as little as three minutes (note 3).