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Japan's Enduring Bond with Vietnam: Preserving Hoi An's Heritage

Throughout history, Japan has maintained a special connection with Vietnam, especially in the Quang Nam province. Notably, the Japanese have closely collaborated with Hoi An in preserving and promoting its heritage values.

10:28 | 13/02/2025

[Infographics] Hoi An among World's Top 5 Favorite Cities: Travel + Leisure

The renowned travel magazine Travel + Leisure has recently released its list of the 25 best destinations worldwide, with Hoi An, Vietnam, ranking fourth.

16:54 | 16/08/2024

Vietnam News Today (Aug. 11): Vietnam Attends 16th ASEAN Health Ministers Meeting

Vietnam News Today (Aug. 11): Vietnam attends 16th ASEAN Health Ministers Meeting and related meetings; HSBC raises Vietnam's GDP growth forecast to 6.5%; Vietnam desires stronger cooperation in high-quality human resources with Japan; Perseid meteor shower visible from Vietnam early next week.

10:45 | 11/08/2024

American Travel Blogger Is Impressed With Hoi An’s Beauty

Christopher Elliott, an American travel blogger, shared that Hoi An was the biggest surprise in the 12 cities he has been to during his 365-day trip around the world.

10:26 | 17/07/2024

Vietnam News Today (Jul. 16): Vietnam, RoK Commit to Stronger Public Administration Cooperation

Vietnam News Today (Jul. 16): Vietnam, RoK commit to stronger public administration cooperation; Travel+Leisure lists Hoi An among top 25 in World’s Best Awards 2024; AIIB pledges continued support to Vietnam in implementing green infrastructure projects; Tropical depression makes landfall, causes heavy rain.

08:18 | 16/07/2024

Introduce Hoi An Ancient Town Local Culture to Japanese people

The Hoi An delegation brought many art programs rich in local culture to the Fenice Sakai Theater and the Vietnam Festival in Osaka (Japan).

13:56 | 30/04/2024

Hoi An Is Among The World’s Best Destinations For Solo Travel

The ancient city of Hoi An has been listed among the Top 10 best solo travel destinations, as compiled by the website Smoky Mountains of the United States.

07:35 | 29/03/2024

Bringing Hoi An Lanterns To The World

Hoi An lanterns are a distinctive feature of the ancient town of Hoi An, which dates back more than 400 years. Making lanterns is one of the best experiences foreign tourists should not miss during their journeys.

10:33 | 13/02/2024

Reviving Hoi An's International Tourism

In the Post-Covid Era, Hoi An continues to be a shining example of Vietnamese tourism for the international community.

16:22 | 18/01/2024

Hoi An City Joins UNESCO Creative Cities Network

The central Quang Nam province hosted an announcement ceremony on December 31, revealing that its ancient city of Hoi An has joined the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN).

14:49 | 03/01/2024

Hanoi, Hoi An's Winter Vacation Destinations Attract Tourists

Vietnam's Hanoi and Hoi An town attract tourists with the prominence of winter vacation destinations.

14:49 | 28/11/2023

Vietnam News Today (Oct. 1): Hoi An Looks to Join UNESCO’s Global Creative City Network

Vietnam News Today (Oct. 1): Hoi An looks to join UNESCO’s global creative city network; Vietnam – RoK tourism cooperation: two-way exchange of tourists for sustainable development; Japanese investment focused in southern localities; Special buses run in HCM City to promote Vietnam-Cuba solidarity.

10:06 | 01/10/2023

Vietnam News Today (Aug. 24): Vietnam Remains Attractive For Investors

Vietnam News Today (Aug. 24): Vietnam, US accelerate implementation of logging control agreement; Vietnam remains attractive for investors; Hoi An among international destinations for luxury air travel; NA Chairman hosts Japan’s Komeito paty leader.

07:10 | 24/08/2023

Vietnam News Today (Aug. 8): Vietnam, Philippines Set Sights on US$10 Billion Trade Target

Vietnam News Today (Aug. 8): Vietnam, Philippines set sights on US$10 billion trade target; Top legislator meets Philippine lower house speaker in Jakarta; Vietnam braces for more tropical storms this month; Vietnamese culture, trade promoted in Osaka.

06:04 | 08/08/2023

Vietnam News Today (Jul. 24): President's Visit Shows Close Ties Between Vietnam, Austria

Vietnam News Today (Jul. 24): Vietnamese President departs Hanoi for visits to Austria, Italy, the Vatican; Vietnamese-Austria designer helps promote traditional ao dai to the world; President's visit shows close ties between Vietnam, Austria; Hoi An, HCM City among top 15 best cities in Asia in 2023.

06:19 | 24/07/2023

Vietnam News Today (Jul. 19): Vietnamese Ambassador Works With 78th UNGA President

Vietnam News Today (Jul. 19): Vietnamese Ambassador works with 78th UNGA President; New milestones in Vietnam-Laos comprehensive cooperative relations; Vietnam to develop diversified high-quality night tourism products; Typhoon TALIM weakens, makes landfall today.

12:15 | 19/07/2023

Vietnam News Today (Jun 22): Korea Coast Guard Commissioner General Visits Vietnam

Vietnam News Today (Jun 22): Vietnam fosters cross-border e-commerce in ASEAN; Korea Coast Guard commissioner general visits Vietnam; Seminar explores Vietnam - UK partnerships in innovation, education; Vietnam attends New Global Financial Pact Summit.

06:07 | 22/06/2023

Meet Hoi An's Speedy Seamstresses

You may have heard of Hoi An's antique houses, handicraft villages, and appetizing cuisine. But do you know that it is also “the capital of tailoring?" Speedy tailoring, which once was famous with many people coming here, has become well–known to foreign tourists, who seek the most unique experience during their journeys to Vietnam.

13:35 | 03/04/2023

Hoi An - The Land of Heritage Pagodas

Kissed by ocean winds, these ancient pagodas have been apart of Hoi An's cultural landscape for centuries.

13:09 | 30/03/2023

The Incredible "Roots" of a Hoi An Artist

From the dry, rough bamboo roots, Huynh Phuong Do has brilliantly crafted them into unique and impressive products that attract tourists from all over Vietnam.

21:16 | 24/03/2023

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