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Japan theme parks raise entry fees for high costs, overcrowding
Japan theme parks raise entry fees for high costs, overcrowding
SATURDAY, AUGUST 08, 2026
Japanese theme parks, including Tokyo Disney, are raising ticket prices to offset rising operational costs and ease peak-season overcrowding.Video of Takaichi's visit to quake-hit Kumamoto under fire
Video of Takaichi's visit to quake-hit Kumamoto under fire
SATURDAY, AUGUST 08, 2026
A two-minute video of Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi visiting earthquake-hit Kumamoto has sparked controversy for resembling a political PR clip.65.5% of Thai youth report bullying in 2025 survey
65.5% of Thai youth report bullying in 2025 survey
SATURDAY, AUGUST 08, 2026
A 2025 survey of 41,944 Thais aged 7-25 found 65.54% had experienced bullying, with peers most often responsible and schools the main settingJapan classifies Kumamoto quake as a disaster of extreme severity
Japan classifies Kumamoto quake as a disaster of extreme severity
FRIDAY, AUGUST 07, 2026
State subsidy rates will rise by around 10% to 20%, easing costs for affected municipalities, while measures extend driving-licence validity and delay bankruptcy proceedings.Prince Hisahito pays tribute to atomic bomb victims in Hiroshima
Prince Hisahito pays tribute to atomic bomb victims in Hiroshima
FRIDAY, AUGUST 07, 2026
The Hiroshima trip marks Prince Hisahito’s first official engagements beyond Tokyo without another Imperial Family member accompanying him throughout the journey.Tokyo prosecutors seek six-year term in case involving Thai girl
Tokyo prosecutors seek six-year term in case involving Thai girl
FRIDAY, AUGUST 07, 2026
Masayuki Hosono’s defence argues that the age check was delegated to a former parlour manager, with Tokyo District Court due to rule on 15 September.Japan orders mass evacuations as Typhoon Dolphin approaches
Japan orders mass evacuations as Typhoon Dolphin approaches
FRIDAY, AUGUST 07, 2026
Typhoon Dolphin approaches southwestern Japan, prompting evacuation orders for nearly 260,000 people in Kagoshima and Okinawa and the cancellation of more than 500 flights. Seoul reports North Korean missile launch towards the Sea of Japan
Seoul reports North Korean missile launch towards the Sea of Japan
THURSDAY, AUGUST 06, 2026
Japan's Defence Ministry reported no confirmed damage to aircraft or vessels after the ballistic missile launch from Wonsan, while Seoul tightened surveillance.SBI Shinsei plans syndicated lending framework with regional banks
SBI Shinsei plans syndicated lending framework with regional banks
THURSDAY, AUGUST 06, 2026
SBI Shinsei’s framework seeks to widen regional banks’ profit opportunities and strengthen management capabilities by giving them a direct role in originating major loans.