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May 23 Deadline for Japanese government scholarship applications

By Cherry Ballescas | April 26, 2025 - 12:00am

You must have read about millions of tourists visiting Japan, especially during Springtime, the season of the famous Sakura (cherry blossoms).

Freeman Opinion

Tourists and locals enjoy 'ephemeral' Tokyo cherry blossoms

By Agence France-Presse | April 1, 2025 - 11:49am

Crowds flocked to Tokyo's top locations to take photos and hold picnics under the elegant dark branches bursting with...

Travel and Tourism

Japan tour offers ‘industry-first’ cherry blossom guarantee

By Kathleen A. Llemit | March 21, 2025 - 10:20am

Apart from Mt. Fuji as a favorite backdrop, many Japan travelers aim to capture a selfie with cherry blossoms in full bl...

Travel and Tourism

Court orders Leyte board member’s arrest

By Miriam Desacada | June 10, 2016 - 12:00am

A member of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan of Leyte has been ordered arrested over the death of her house helper in 2012.

Nation

Skinsational baby products

February 24, 2015 - 12:00am

Every newborn’s skin feels like heaven; it is sensitive to even the slightest trace of chemicals, so every parent should use only baby products that are mild and free from harmful elements to ensure baby’s...

Health And Family

Caring for baby’s sensitive skin

December 23, 2014 - 12:00am

World-famous for its captivating beauty, the Sakura flower from Japan also boasts properties that effectively care for sensitive skin.

Health And Family

Chasing the cherry blossoms in Kansai

May 25, 2014 - 12:00am

The forecast said optimum viewing was up to the 19th of April.   Originally scheduled to fly to Osaka on the 20th, we rebooked our flight for the 17th to make it to Mt. Yoshino.

Travel and Tourism

Sakura on my mind

By Edu Jarque | May 18, 2014 - 12:00am

Cherry blossom-watching is an annual springtime rite, a traditional pilgrimage for those who hope to catch one of the most spectacular shows that nature unfolds.

Entertainment

Sakura season at Tokyo Bubble Tea

April 10, 2014 - 12:00am

Tokyo Bubble Tea launches its Sakura milk tea and Sakura milk shake. Both are available in two sizes — medium and large.

Food and Leisure

G has strong ‘connections’ at home

May 20, 2013 - 12:00am

Giselle “G” Tongi left the Philippines in 2000, leaving a lucrative TV career to pursue her dream of becoming...

Entertainment