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VandS Clinic expands toward 75 branches across Korea and Japan
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VandS Clinic says it is on track to reach 75 branches by the end of 2026, adding new locations in South Korea and Japan as it scales its medical aesthetics network.
SPUN Global expands visa coverage to 400+ types across 95+ countries
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SPUN Global, a Jakarta-based digital visa startup, says it now handles more than 400 visa types for destinations in 95+ countries and has partnered with Klook, Trip.com and Traveloka.
Koku launches English booking platform for Tokyo’s Izu Islands
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Koku Inc. launched Tokyo Islands Explorer on July 9, 2026, an English-language booking platform that bundles lodging, inter-island transport and activities across Tokyo’s Izu Islands.
Five Chinese camping tent makers positioned for 2026 demand
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A new roundup highlights five Chinese camping tent manufacturers serving global outdoor brands as the market for camping, rooftop and inflatable tents expands.
Adventure tourism market seen hitting $841.7 billion by 2031
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Adventure tourism is projected to expand from $514.53 billion in 2026 to $841.73 billion by 2031, according to Mordor Intelligence, as travelers shift toward experience-led trips.
Georgetown tourism posts record $191.5M economic impact in 2025
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Georgetown/Scott County Tourism says visitor spending generated a record $191.5 million in economic impact in 2025, supporting 1,259 jobs and $14.7 million in local tax revenue.
MyFlyYatra expands premium Japan flight booking from the US
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MyFlyYatra says it is expanding premium flight options from the United States to Japan, including Tokyo, Osaka and Okinawa, as demand rises for business and first-class travel.
Koji Sato’s Cross Pod wins Bronze in A' Fashion and Travel Accessories Design Award
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Cross Pod, an innovative self-standing one-point cane by Japanese designer Koji Sato, won Bronze in the A’ Fashion and Travel Accessories Design Award on July 1, 2026. The recognition highlights an assistive device aimed at improving mobility,…
YUZAWA SNOW LINK opens Dec. 26 for 2026–27 winter season
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YUZAWA SNOW LINK will open on Dec. 26, 2026, linking three ski resorts in Yuzawa, Niigata Prefecture, and expanding access to skiing, hot springs and regional food.
Istanbul studio’s Akihabara gacha game catches fire in Japan
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Gacha Capsule Shop Simulator - Akihabara launched in Early Access on Steam on June 8 and quickly drew Japanese VTubers, streamers and players into marathon sessions.
KDDI and JR East expand free data top-ups to 83 stations for Japan SIM users
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KDDI and JR East will expand the povo Data Oasis service for Japan SIM users starting June 9, 2026, adding more stations and bringing the total to 83. The update gives inbound travelers another way to get free mobile data at JR East-area stations…
KDDI and JR East expand free data access for Japan SIM users to 83 stations
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KDDI and JR East are broadening the povo Data Oasis service for inbound travelers using Japan SIM, with free data top-ups available at 83 stations from June 9, 2026. The move ties mobile connectivity more closely to rail travel and airport access…
TTW names top 50 medical tourism destinations for 2026
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Travel And Tour World has released its 2026 ranking of the world’s top 50 medical tourism destinations, citing healthcare quality, affordability, specialist expertise and patient services.
Senior citizen travel insurance market seen doubling by 2033
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Allied Market Research says the global senior citizen travel insurance market will grow from $602.4 million in 2023 to $1.45 billion by 2033 as older travelers book more international trips and seek broader protection.
Dragonpass data shows GCC travelers moved Eid Al Adha trips earlier
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Dragonpass says travel across the GCC jumped before Eid Al Adha 2026, then cooled during and after the holiday week, signaling a shift in how travelers are timing peak-period trips.
Business travel accident insurance market seen hitting $26.1B by 2033
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Allied Market Research says the global business travel accident insurance market was worth $3.2 billion in 2023 and could climb to $26.1 billion by 2033. The forecast reflects rising corporate travel, stronger employee safety priorities and…
Tyrone Hashimoto releases modern Japanese adaptation of Coconut
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Tyrone Hashimoto has released a modern version of the beloved Japanese song and poem Coconut, marking his first Japanese-language single.
InterContinental Phuket ranks No. 4 in Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Southeast Asia
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InterContinental Phuket Resort was named No. 4 among Thailand’s Best Beach + Island Resorts in the Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Southeast Asia 2026, marking its fourth straight year in the rankings.
Kani Doraku touts crab dining experience for foreign visitors in Japan
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Kani Doraku is positioning its crab-focused restaurants as a must-try experience for international travelers visiting Japan, with a flagship in Osaka’s Dotonbori district and locations across the country.
Sake Meguri 2026 returns to Singapore with 20-plus Japanese breweries
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Sake.sg will host Sake Meguri 2026 in Singapore this July, bringing more than 20 master brewers, over 200 sake labels and three tasting sessions to Sands Expo & Convention Centre.
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