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News Category: Retail & Hospitality

Japan Wi-Fi auto-connect x LIVE JAPAN Combining Wi-Fi Access and Tourist Info for Greater Convenience for International Visitors

By Katrina Sammut

TOKYO, Apr.10, 2025 /Kyodo JBN/ — NTT Broadband Platform, Inc. (hereinafter “NTTBP”) has been providing the smartphone application “Japan Wi-Fi auto-connect” (hereinafter “Japan Wi-Fi”) since December 2019. This application automatically connects users to free Wi-Fi available at locations such as local governments, public transportation, commercial facilities, and tourist sites nationwide. The app, which already enjoys … Continued

Japanese Distilled Spirits Maker Hamada Syuzou Launches “CHILL GREEN bitter & tropical” Featuring Brand-new Flavor in Botanical “Shochu” Series

By Michelle Lauifata

ICHIKIKUSHIKINO, Japan, Feb. 19, 2025 /Kyodo JBN/ — – New Product Combines Pink Grapefruit Note with Rare Galaxy Hop; Company Looking to Further Expand Product Reach in Asian Market in 2025 – Hamada Syuzou Co., Ltd. based in Ichikikushikino City, Kagoshima Prefecture, southwestern Japan, released an innovative product in its botanical “shochu” (distilled spirits) series, … Continued

“O-PLUX” Becomes First Japanese Fraud Detection Service to Seamlessly Integrate with “WooCommerce,” Used by 30% of World’s Top EC Sites

By Michelle Lauifata

TOKYO, Jan. 14, 2025 /Kyodo JBN/ — – Enabling Instant Use of “O-PLUX” with Just Plugin Download, No Additional Development Required – Cacco Inc. (Stock Code: 4166; hereinafter referred to as “Cacco”), the Tokyo-based top provider (*1) of fraudulent order detection services contributing to the creation of secure e-commerce infrastructure, has announced the launch of … Continued

“JAPAN’S FOOD” EXPORT FAIR to Begin from June 19 — Best Platform for Purchasing and Importing Japanese Foods & Beverages

By Katrina Sammut

TOKYO, June 11, 2024 /Kyodo JBN/ — RX Japan Ltd., Japan’s premier trade show organizer, invites professionals in the food and beverage (F&B) industry to the 8th “JAPAN’S FOOD” EXPORT FAIR. Taking place from June 19 to 21 at Tokyo Big Sight, the event provides a unique platform for international buyers to connect directly with … Continued

Distiller Hamada Syuzou to Launch “SASSHU Gin Premium Craft Spirits” in July, Featuring Amazing Harmony between Japanese Botanical Ingredients and “Koji” Mold

By asianet

– Introducing Premium Craft Gin Based on Sweet Potato-derived "Shochu" Distilled Spirits to Growing Global Gin Market – Hamada Syuzou Co., Ltd. headquartered in Ichikikushikino City, Kagoshima Prefecture, southwestern Japan, is set to ship "SASSHU Gin Premium Craft Spirits" to Asia (starting in mainland China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Singapore), Europe (starting in the UK … Continued

BBFW rises global bridal fashion’s creativity and business to its highest expression

By asianet

Barcelona is steadily declaring itself the world’s bridal fashion capital. A leadership that will be proven once again from 19 to 23 April during the celebration of Barcelona Bridal Fashion Week(https://barcelonabridalweek.com/) (BBFW), a benchmark event for the sector’s major international brands, emerging talent and haute couture firms presenting their creations for the upcoming 2024 season. … Continued

1 Hotel Hanalei Bay, the Brand’s Flagship Property, Is Now Open

By asianet

–Wellness Reimagined as a Harmonious Extension of the Natural World 1 Hotels, the mission-driven luxury lifestyle hotel brand founded by hospitality visionary Barry Sternlicht, announces the opening of 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay, its flagship nature-and-wellness-focused island oasis overlooking a storied stretch of Kauai’s North Shore. Guests seeking solace and serenity at this sustainable sanctuary can … Continued