DNP and Nara institute develop AI guide for buried palace ruins
FRIDAY, JULY 10, 2026
The partners will test an AI and augmented reality guide to reconstruct buried remains at the Heijo Palace site and answer visitors’ questions before a planned 2028 launch.
How does Thailand’s tourism lead to a hidden crisis of homeless foreigners
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24, 2026
With a visa-free policy and an affordable lifestyle, Thailand’s tourism policies are drawing millions of visitors worldwide. However, a humanitarian issue is quietly growing beneath the surface of this vacation paradise.
TAT governor drives Amazing 5 Economy strategy to boost Thai tourism
FRIDAY, JUNE 19, 2026
The Tourism Authority of Thailand reports a 2.3% decline in foreign visitors during the first five months of 2026, driven by global economic slowdowns and rising flight costs.
Japan seeks safer rail crossing warnings for foreign visitors
THURSDAY, APRIL 23, 2026
A safety probe into the death of a Taiwanese visitor in Saga has prompted calls for fences, clearer signs and multilingual alerts at crossings near tourist sites.