Graphic: Japan Inc braces for employee-friendly labor reform - tmsnrt.rs/2pIv0Xj Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's government last month endorsed an action plan for sweeping reforms of employment practices, including caps on overtime and better pay for part-time ... ( read original story ...)
NOCs impressed by what they see of Tokyo's 2020 plans
TOKYO (AP) — With just over three years to go, sports administrators from around the world are already visiting Tokyo to check on the city's Olympic preparations for the 2020 Games. While Tokyo has had to overcome some initial setbacks, such as the delay ... ( read original story ...)
US objects to Japan's state-mandated drug prices
TOKYO -- The U.S. demanded this week that Japan reassess its system of government-set drug prices, complaining about price cuts often forced on new expensive drugs, a sign that Washington is prepared to intercede on behalf of specific American industries. ( read original story ...)
Japan pushing to preserve agreed-on TPP framework
TOKYO -- In moving ahead with the Trans-Pacific Partnership without the U.S., Japan will urge other member nations to stick with the tariff and commerce agreements reached under the previous 12-nation framework to avoid tricky renegotiation. The Japanese ... ( read original story ...)
Nikkei rises as strong yen trend pauses; mining stocks underperform
Japanese stocks rose on Thursday morning as the yen’s strong trend paused and the country’s strong trade data lifted sentiment, but mining shares underperformed on the back of a steep decline oil prices. The Nikkei 225 share average rose 0.3 percent to ... ( read original story ...)
Japan government raises business sentiment assessment, first time in four months
TOKYO Japan's government raised its assessment of business sentiment in April, the first upgrade in four months, after the Bank of Japan's tankan survey showed this month that the corporate mood brightened. However, the government left unchanged for the ... ( read original story ...)
'Tokyo Ghoul' News: Trailer for Live-Action Adaptation Released
Fan-favorite manga "Tokyo Ghoul" is getting its first live-action adaptation, and the first 30-second trailer for the movie has just been dropped. Since its debut in 2011, the manga has been one of the most popular among manga and anime fans. No wonder, it ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks end nearly flat as investors cautious ahead of French election
TOKYO, April 20 Japanese stocks ended nearly flat for a second day on Thursday as investors became cautious ahead of global risk events such as the first-round of French presidential elections at the weekend and mounting tensions over North Korea. The ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks close flat
TOKYO, April 20 (Xinhua) -- Tokyo stocks closed flat Thursday as an initial halt in the yen's appreciation against the U.S. dollar giving exporters a boost was offset in later trade. The 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average shed 1.71 points, or 0.01 percent ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks gain in morning on softer yen, positive trade data
TOKYO, April 20 (Xinhua) -- Tokyo stocks gained Thursday morning as a halt in the yen's rise against the U.S. dollar helped lift exporters and robust trade data added support. The 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average added 56.85 points, or 0.31 percent, from ... ( read original story ...)
China's Aramco pitch puts pressure on Tokyo's bid
Riyadh is sensibly engaging with everyone. King Salman visited both China and Japan in March to talk up Aramco. Japan is still a contender; a Breakingviews analysis of market characteristics puts Tokyo in second place behind New York as a foreign venue for ... ( read original story ...)
Japan and Australia to deepen ties amid North Korea tension
Australia plans to work closely with Japan, South Korea and the U.S., and with China, "to ensure that China can use its unique position." She made the remark to a group of reporters in Tokyo, where she is joining foreign and defense ministers' talks ... ( read original story ...)
Nikkei up for 4th straight session, leading Asian market recovery
Price increases for the currency and U.S. bonds often hinder Japan stocks. Japan’s Nikkei NIK, +0.31% rose 0.4%, setting the stage for its fourth straight gain. Japan’s exports rose more than expected in March at 12%, helping the rise. ( read original story ...)
Japan's exports, imports surge in sign of renewed vigor
Japan's exports rose at a faster-than-expected 12 percent pace in March, while imports jumped nearly 16 percent from a year earlier, the government said Thursday. The data suggest relatively strong foreign demand could lift growth for the world's No. 3 ... ( read original story ...)
Capricorn C803 Sapporo bearing kits
Capricorn RC have introduced the new Sapporo ball bearing set for their C803 1/8th car. This set of 18 high quality, made in Japan ABEC X bearings has been put together by Capricorn bearing in mind the needs of the most demanding drivers, and is available ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo's office space market softening ahead of 2018
TOKYO -- Tokyo's office property market is beginning to weaken despite very low availability on expectations of a spike in the supply of new office space in 2018. Alarmed by the trend, commercial real estate developers are stepping up their marketing ... ( read original story ...)