The Japanese Embassy maintained a neutral approach in an email to the Nikkei Asia Review, stating: "Japan has continuously cooperated to support the democratic development of Cambodia." ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Emperor Akihito to abdicate, give way to son
TOKYO -- Emperor Akihito is set to abdicate, as Japan embraces the end of his reign with an emotion mixed with reminiscence and hopes for a new era. Akihito, 85, in a palace ritual Tuesday, will ... ( read original story ...)
5 things to know as Japan’s Emperor Akihito steps down
Japanese Emperor Akihito will abdicate the throne on Tuesday, marking the official transition from the “Heisei Era,” to the “Reiwa Era.” Heisei means “achieving peace.” Reiwa translates to “beautiful ... ( read original story ...)
Japan emperor: Akihito’s human touch
"So someone in the Household Agency leaked the information to NHK (Japan's national broadcaster). Then NHK broadcast news of the emperor's request." It was a huge scoop for Japan's national ... ( read original story ...)
Shared-workspace firm WeWork files for highly-anticipated IPO
including Japan’s SoftBank. The company has also faced questions about the sustainability of its model, which is based on short-term revenue agreements and long-term loan liabilities. In the first ... ( read original story ...)
Toyota has built itself a mini-Nurburgring
The 300 billion yen or ($3.6 billion Canadian) track is situated near Nagoya in central Japan. The location was chosen for its proximity to its global headquarters and R&D centre in Toyota City. ( read original story ...)
Visiting Tokyo’s Imperial Palace
The good news is you can join the country's biggest "after party" at ... will make their first public appearance in their new roles at their residence -- the historic Imperial Palace in Tokyo. In ... ( read original story ...)
Sleeman makes bid for Calgary’s Wild Rose Brewery
Both brewers confirmed to CBC News that Wild Rose shareholders will vote on whether to accept the purchase on May 9. Wild Rose is privately held. Sleeman is owned Sapporo Holdings Ltd. of Japan. A ... ( read original story ...)
No one home: Japan’s dwindling population means a housing oversupply
Japan’s birthrate was the lowest on record ... Many are listed because their aging owners no longer want to worry about upkeep or pay property taxes. A number of the homes are located in rural ... ( read original story ...)
Japan: IP High Court finds free riding and dilution by GUZZILLA trademark
and "STUDIO GABULLI", which are confusingly similar to well-known or famous trademarks in Japan. These acts by Taguchi indirectly support the likelihood that use of the trademark for the designated ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese emperor to abdicate after 3 decades on throne
TOKYO -- Japan's Emperor Akihito will step down Tuesday after 30 years and four months on the throne, bringing the Heisei era to a close with the first abdication since constitutional rule was ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama Tire, Subaru team up for One Lap of America
The 35th running of One Lap of America will feature the Travis vs. Bilko show, courtesy of Yokohama Tire and Subaru of America. Yokohama is sponsoring the two drivers in the contest, which runs May ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama and Subaru are taking another Lap of America
The 35th running of One Lap of America will feature the Travis vs. Bilko show, courtesy of Yokohama and Subaru of America. Yokohama is sponsoring the two drivers in the contest, which runs 4 to 11 May ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama Tire’s Geolandar X-MT wins 2019 Red Dot award
Yokohama Tire’s announced that its Geolandar X-MT has earned a 2019 Red Dot Award in the Product Design category. This is the second major award the X-MT has garnered: it received the Good Design ... ( read original story ...)
Golden Triangle Development LINK responds to Yokohama Report
Statement from the Golden Triangle Development LINK: “Unfortunately, no one at the LINK was terribly surprised to read the recent article in Tire Business about Yokohama’s revised expectations for it ... ( read original story ...)
A historic day for Yokohama
Yokohama welcomed four cruise vessels in one day at its three terminals on Saturday. Diamond Princess called at Osanbashi pier, Norwegian Jewel called at Yamashita pier, which is used only on occasion ... ( read original story ...)