Thirteen same-sex couples across Japan are taking legal action on Thursday against the government, demanding the right to get married. They are suing for symbolic damages, arguing that being barred fr... ( read original story ...)
Must-see Masterpieces, Craftworks Featuring Spring to Be Displayed at The National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo, Introducing 20th-century Japanese Art
TOKYO, Feb. 14, 2019 /CNW/ -- The National Museum of Modern ... "Parting Spring" is designated as an Important Cultural Property which can be displayed only once a year. Ceramics and dyed textiles, am... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s economy recovers from the effects of major natural disasters
In September a large earthquake triggered a blackout in the northern island of Hokkaido, which followed severe typhoons that damaged airports and transport infrastructure in western Japan. Businesses ... ( read original story ...)
Japan fourth-quarter GDP rebounds but trade frictions remain a concern
TOKYO (Reuters) - Japan’s economy expanded in the fourth quarter as business and consumer spending recovered from natural disasters, however global trade protectionism remained a concern for the count... ( read original story ...)
Carlos Ghosn and Japan’s ‘hostage justice’ system
But again, not in Japan - as Carlos Ghosn has found out. In a recent interview with the French news agency AFP, Mr Ghosn said the refusal of the Tokyo court to grant him bail would "not be normal in a... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Economic Rebound From Natural Disasters Fails to Impress
(Bloomberg) -- Japan’s economy rebounded modestly in the final three months of 2018, as domestic demand drove growth while weakness in exports fueled concerns about a slowdown in China and elsewhere. ... ( read original story ...)
Did Naomi Osaka suggest not everything was rosy with her coach before their shock split?
So far nobody has been able to tell the world why Naomi Osaka split with her coach just a couple of weeks after winning her second grand slam at the Australian Open — but she may have given us a hint ... ( read original story ...)
Japan sets sights on tighter anti-trust regulations for Big Tech
TOKYO (Reuters) - Japan's government plans to set up a new watchdog to scrutinize big tech companies like Facebook and Google amid growing concerns about monopoly practices and the handling of persona... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Biggest Bank Launching Blockchain Payments Network in 2020
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) – Japan’s largest financial group and the world’s fifth largest bank by assets – is launching a blockchain-based payments network next year. The firm announced Tu... ( read original story ...)
Deloitte Japan fined $2m for auditing rule breaches
Deloitte Japan has been hit by a $2m penalty from the US financial regulator after it found that dozens of employees at the Big Four firm had breached independence rules by holding sizeable bank accou... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo to ban parents from physically punishing children after high-profile abuse cases
The Tokyo government said Wednesday it is set to introduce an ordinance on child abuse prevention, banning parents and other guardians from physically punishing and verbally abusing children following ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo 2020 venue construction on track, say organisers
The Tokyo Organising Committee of the 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games has today (Wednesday) issued an update on venue construction, with preparations for the events remaining on track. Tokyo 2020 co... ( read original story ...)
Nikkei nears 2-month high on U.S.-China trade hopes
TOKYO, Feb 13 (Reuters) - Japan’s Nikkei rose to a near two-month high on Wednesday on optimism that Washington and Beijing may be nearing a deal to end their trade dispute. The Nikkei share average s... ( read original story ...)
10 Best Photography Locations in Tokyo
Read on and find out about the best photography locations in Tokyo. Shinjuku is an interesting area of the city. Whether you’re looking at the large crowds of people, the many neon lights, or the skys... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks close at two-month high on eased trade fears
Tokyo: Tokyo’s Nikkei index closed at a two-month high on Wednesday, tracking gains on Wall Street as fears about a US-China trade war and another US government shutdown eased. The benchmark Nikkei 22... ( read original story ...)
Businesses fret about Japan-South Korea diplomatic spat
In an opinion poll conducted by Nikkei last month, 62% of Japanese respondents said they want to see a tougher response to South Korea. The sensitive historical issues were reopened last October ... ( read original story ...)