Gifu Prefecture – Charm

Rescuers search Japan’s Northern Alps for 2 missing climbers, including Hongkonger

2 months ago02 mins

Japanese police have dispatched a rescue team to the country’s Northern Alps to search for two missing climbers, including a 30-year-old man from Hong Kong, after they were stranded on treacherous slopes. Gifu Prefecture police on Tuesday confirmed that a team of four rescuers, comprising police officers and civilian experts, set out from the mountain…

Hongkongers urged to secure travel insurance as bear attacks rise in Japan

Cs news7 months ago7 months ago02 mins

Hongkongers visiting Japan should purchase adequate travel insurance, remain vigilant and avoid entering sealed-off areas known for bear attacks, or they may risk losing their coverage, tourism industry leaders have warned. The warnings came after a rise in bear attacks in Japan over the weekend, prompting the closure of popular destinations known for autumn foliage…