Looking ahead, Yokohama Rubber set its fiscal year December 2026 business profit target at ¥188 billion, which exceeds the ¥150 billion mid-term plan target that was revised upward in August 2024. ( read original story ...)
Osaka gets $4.5m donation in gold to fix water system
The donation was made by someone who earlier had already given cash for the municipal waterworks. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Liquid gold: Anonymous donor gives Osaka 21kg of gold to fix ageing water pipes
Osaka has received an unusual donation — 21 kilograms of gold — to pay for the maintenance of its ageing water system, the Japanese commercial hub ... ( read original story ...)
US Marines suspected of thefts in Tokyo and Hiroshima
Japanese authorities are investigating two U.S. Marines for possible thefts totaling $65,000 or more since last fall, according to Japanese police. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Crypto Tax Reform Era Begins: How the Takaichi Cabinet Is Reshaping Web3
Japan's second Takaichi Cabinet is pushing crypto tax reform and FIEA revision forward, with STARTALE's Watanabe calling it a turning point for Web3.
Tokyo police arrest 3 over suspected luxury vehicle theft using new method
Tokyo police have arrested three Brazilians on suspicion of stealing a Toyota luxury vehicle by possibly using a new method to evade its security system. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo used condo prices hit record high in January
The average price of used condominiums in central Tokyo surged 34.4 percent year-on-year in January to set an all-time high. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks rise as tech shares gain, yen weakens
Tokyo stocks rose Thursday as some heavyweight technology shares were bought back following their recent lackluster performance, whil ... ( read original story ...)
Formula E CEO eyes big opportunity for circuit with first night race in Tokyo
Prix, the 2026 edition will be a doubleheader held at the Tokyo Street Circuit, around the Big Sight exhibition center by the Tokyo Bay waterfront. ( read original story ...)
Marines suspected of thefts in Tokyo, Hiroshima
Japanese authorities are investigating two U.S. Marines for possible thefts totaling $65,000 or more since last fall, according to Japanese police. ( read original story ...)
Nikkei 225 Index rallies after solid Japan data: Will it hit ¥60,000?
The Nikkei 225 Index rose and approached its all-time high, mirroring the performance of American indices like the Dow Jones and Nasdaq 100, which jumped by over 0.50% on Wednesday. The index rose to ...
Japan to finance $600 million Georgia facility, Trump says
A synthetic diamond grit facility is planned in Georgia as part of a trade deal between the U.S. and Japan, according to an announcement from President Donald Trump. A material used by several ...
Chepkirui returns to Nagoya to defend title and chase more glory
Chepkirui announced herself in Nagoya last year with a commanding 2:20:40, outkicking Japan’s Sayaka Sato (2:20:59), while Bahrain’s Eunice Chumba (2:21:35) completed the podium. ( read original story ...)
NZ’s Katherine Camp To Compete In World’s Largest Women’s Marathon — Nagoya Women’s Marathon 2026
The world’s largest women’s marathon will once again present all finishers with a crystal tumbler from the French luxury brand Baccarat. ( read original story ...)
Law firm sues bankrupt crypto company’s committee over fees
Law firm sues the bankrupt crypto firm Rhodium Enterprises' board committee and investor group.
As U.S. Regulators Pave Way For Crypto, Banks Continue To Object
Regulators such as the OCC and CFTC continue to lay a friendly foundation for crypto in the U.S., but banks are pushing back. Here's what's bothering them.