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TSMC accelerates 1.4nm roadmap and expands global facilities

21 clusters · 109 sources · last updated

Latest: TSMC targets 1.4nm chip production by 2028

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) is accelerating its technological roadmap and global expansion to meet surging AI and consumer electronics demand. The company has initiated pilot production for its 1.4nm (A

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Hoshino Resorts regional tourism initiatives

4 clusters · 7 sources · last updated

Latest: Hoshino Resorts expands regional beverage and culinary experiences

Hoshino Resorts has announced several new regional tourism initiatives across Japan. In Kyoto, the OMO brand is launching the “Shinshun Kaiun Asa-mairi” (New Year Fortune-Seeking Morning Visit) program, running from Dec

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Kyushu tourism recovery and discount initiatives

12 clusters · 20 sources · last updated

Latest: Kyushu Travel Subsidy Program Resumes Bookings Across Multiple Platforms

Tourism recovery efforts in the Kyushu region have emerged through both private sector initiatives and planned government intervention following a Kumamoto earthquake. In late July 2026, Toyota Financial Services and the

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Kumamoto earthquake recovery and reconstruction efforts

19 clusters · 60 sources · last updated

Latest: Japan faces earthquake recovery challenges and defense funding debates

As the region approaches the three-month mark since the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto earthquake, authorities have released a draft reconstruction plan focused on accelerating housing recovery and pursuing ‘creative reconstruction’.

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Alcohol festivals in Japan

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated

Latest: Craft beer festivals scheduled in Yokkaichi and Omotesando

Various regional festivals featuring local alcoholic beverages are scheduled across Japan. In Kumamoto, the Autumn Sake Festival is held at JR Kumamoto Station, featuring stalls from seven local breweries. A portion of t

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Japanese school admissions and briefing events

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Latest: Educational institutions in Japan hold information sessions and exam preparation courses

Educational institutions in Japan continue to conduct seasonal events to assist with the school admissions process. In early September, schools such as Saitama Heisei Junior and Senior High School and Sakushin Gakuin hel

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Motorcycle enthusiast events in Japan

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated

Latest: Motorcycle enthusiast events held in Kumamoto and Hiroshima

In late September 2026, preparations were announced for the 17th Cafe Cub Party in Kyushu, scheduled for October 4 at HSR Kyushu in Kumamoto Prefecture. Organized by the Cafe Cub Management Office with cooperation from H

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Weather patterns and typhoon activity in Japan

9 clusters · 18 sources · last updated

Latest: Japan experiences first snow in Hokkaido and approaching Typhoon 30

Japan continues to experience significant temperature fluctuations and unseasonably warm autumn weather. While Tokyo recently set a record for the longest streak of summer-like days in October, the country has seen extre

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Fitness center expansion in Japan

4 clusters · 5 sources · last updated

Latest: FIT-EASY to open large-scale wellness facility in Nagoya

Fitness center chains continue to expand their presence across Japan. In late September 2026, ECOFIT24 opened its Hiroshima Yahata location, marking its sixth facility in Hiroshima City. This 24-hour gym offers over 40 p

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Kyushu Shinkansen and regional rail recovery

3 clusters · 18 sources · last updated

Latest: Kyushu rail services resume following equipment damage and earthquake repairs

Following the Kumamoto earthquake in July, the Kyushu Shinkansen resumed full-line operations on September 18, marking the first time the service has been fully functional in 52 days. While the section between Kumamoto a

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Local festivals in South Korean cities

3 clusters · 5 sources · last updated

Latest: Yongin hosts Joayong Festival to mark 30th city anniversary

Various South Korean cities have announced plans to host large-scale festivals in October 2026. Yongin Special City will hold the ‘2026 Korea Joayong Festival’ on October 3–4 at Yongin Mir Stadium to commemorate its 30t

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Sake Marche festival for Noto earthquake recovery

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated

Latest: Sake Marche festival in Kanazawa supports earthquake recovery

The Sake Marche festival was organized in Kanazawa to support the recovery of sake breweries in the Noto region following the 2024 Noto Peninsula earthquake and subsequent heavy rains. Announced in late September 2026,

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Japanese corporate expansion in Physical AI

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Latest: Kawasaki Heavy Industries opens Physical AI center in San Jose

Japanese companies are expanding infrastructure and research centers dedicated to Physical AI, a technology priority for the Japanese government intended to create a development path distinct from the United States and C

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