Yakei delight: Lighting up in Japan
(WorldNews Japan)

The activity of watching beautiful night views has always been a popular one. Amazing cityscapes all lit up and illuminated parks have fascinated both locals and tourists in big cities all around the world. Even in Malaysia, many have enjoyed viewing the Petronas Twin Towers, and the KLCC Lake Symphony Light and Sound & Water Fountain shows at night. But did you know that in Japan, there is a special term for this activity? To the Japanese, this favourite pastime is called yakei. Translated into English, yakei means `beautiful night views`. The Yakei Summit 2018 (Japan Night View Tourism Festival 2018) was held for the first time in Kuala Lumpur recently. It was hosted by the Yakei...