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The spring public opening of Inui Street within the Imperial Palace has commenced. Spanning approximately 750 meters, Inui Street is home to over a hundred cherry trees, including Somei Yoshino varieties, offering a picturesque landscape for the many visitors.

Facing the easing of COVID-19 restrictions, factory tours are witnessing a resurgence in popularity, drawing families eager to peek behind the scenes of their favorite products.

In response to the over-tourism challenge, Kyoto City is introducing a "Tourist Express Bus" service consisting of two routes: one connects Kyoto Station directly to Gojozaka near Kiyomizu Temple; while the other starts from Kyoto Station, stopping only at major tourist attractions such as Kiyomizu Temple and Ginkakuji Temple.

After a three-year hiatus due to the pandemic, Kansai International Airport has resumed the collection of foreign coin donations, a gesture that turns travelers’ leftover currency into charitable aid.

Five-hundred drones painted messages and images over Tokyo on Friday night, including a giant mushroom, aimed at promoting eye health care.

Kusatsu Onsen in Gunma Prefecture, known as one of Japan's leading hot spring resorts, is experiencing a transformation. The famous tourist destination is now bustling with young visitors, marking a shift toward becoming a hot spot among the younger generation.

Japan Airlines announced its plan to introduce 42 new passenger aircraft with high fuel efficiency between the fiscal years of 2025 and 2030.

A mega capsule toy store has opened its doors in Umeda, Osaka, featuring over 2,000 "gachagacha" machines including a wide range of items from popular characters to miniature toys.