TOKYO — Naomi Osaka used a powerful forehand and a matching serve to win the U.S. Open against Serena Williams two months ago, soaring as high as No. 4 this season in the WTA tennis rankings. Off the ... ( read original story ...)
Pricier Ice Cream in Japan Is Sweet News for Investors and BOJ
It’s not quite a sugar rush, but a plan to raise ice cream prices in Japan is boosting hopes for investors in food company stocks, and may satisfy the cravings of government officials. “The decision b... ( read original story ...)
Japanese firms see U.S. trade talks boosting exports despite Trump rhetoric
TOKYO (Reuters) - Half of Japanese companies expect new trade ... It polled 482 large and mid-sized non-financial firms, about 240 of which responded to the questions about trade. U.S.-CHINA FRICTION ... ( read original story ...)
Starbucks Announces Strategic Initiatives Deepening its Commitment to the Customer Experience in Japan
“The strength of our brand in Japan, the momentum in our business, and the spirit of our partners who proudly wear the green apron give me great confidence in our ability to elevate the Customer Exper... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s M&A wave risks rolling over minority shareholders
This Friday evening, a 23-strong panel of experts harvested by the Japanese government from academia, investment banking, asset management and the law, will convene to discuss ways to make the domesti... ( read original story ...)
Jefferies Financial Group Comments on TOKYO ELECTRON/ADR’s Q3 2019 Earnings (TOELY)
TOKYO ELECTRON/ADR (OTCMKTS:TOELY) – Equities research analysts at Jefferies Financial Group reduced their Q3 2019 earnings per share estimates for TOKYO ELECTRON/ADR in a report issued on Tuesday, No... ( read original story ...)
Malaysia PM says Japan to consider future financial support
TOKYO: Japan is ready to extend Malaysia support to help overcome its financial problems if the need arises, Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad said on Tuesday. "Prime Minister (Shinzo) Abe ass... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s corporate image hit by falsification scandal: poll
TOKYO (Reuters) - Almost three-quarters of Japanese firms said the recent data falsification scandal involving KYB Corp, a maker of earthquake shock absorbers, has hurt Japan's corporate image, a Reut... ( read original story ...)
Where to Stay in Odaiba: 5 Popular Hotels for Both Business and Leisure, Solo Travelers and Families!
Tokyo Bay Ariake Washington Hotel Great Choice for Longer Stays Tokyo Bay Ariake Washington Hotel is convenient for both leisure and business purposes. The hotel offers a variety of rooms, including s... ( read original story ...)
Nikkei rises to 2-1/2-week high, Toshiba jumps on cost cuts
TOKYO, Nov 8 (Reuters) - Japan’s Nikkei surged on Thursday, tracking a rally in Wall Street after U.S. midterm elections produced no major surprises. The Nikkei share average rose 1.8 percent to 22,48... ( read original story ...)
NTT Communications to Establish NTT Global Data Centers Preparatory Corporation to Strengthen Data Center Business
TOKYO — NTT Communications Corporation (NTT Com), the ICT solutions and international communications business within the NTT Group (TOKYO:9432), announced today that it will establish the NTT ... ( read original story ...)
Toshiba to pay ENN more than $800-million to exit U.S. LNG business
“For Toshiba, it clearly ends their short foray in the LNG business. “ENN has been very open that it ... managing partner of Clavis Energy Partners in Tokyo. ( read original story ...)
Best heritage restaurants in Tokyo
That signature dish, more often than not, earns them a place in Tokyo's culinary hall of fame and keeps them in business for years and generations to come. Koharuken was opened in 1912 by a husband-an... ( read original story ...)
USOC under pressure to fix USA Gymnastics before Tokyo 2020
(Reuters) - Like a world-class gymnast, the United States Olympic Committee(USOC) needs to nail a perfect landing to put a damaging sexual abuse scandal behind it ahead of the 2020 Games in Tokyo ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks rebound strongly after post-election surge on Wall Street
Stocks bounced back sharply on the Tokyo Stock Exchange on Thursday ... Toshiba Corp. on Thursday announced its five-year business reform plan to revamp its operations, with thousands of global job cu... ( read original story ...)
Toshiba plans to cut 7,000 jobs and refocus its business
Toshiba (TOSBF) will also sell its struggling natural gas business in the United States and liquidate its British nuclear power division. Its stock soared by more than 12% in Tokyo trading ... ( read original story ...)