A mega European IPO, the German Telekom giant was privatized, and then listed on stock exchanges in Frankfurt, Tokyo, and the U.S. in 1996. At the time, the plan was to use the funding to expand ... ( read original story ...)
‘Japan is at a crossroads’: Emperor Akihito to abdicate ushering in new era
Emperor Akihito, 85, is set to abdicate on April 30. Over the last three decades, Akihito worked to rebuild relations with countries in Asia after the Second World War, consoled victims of Japan's ... ( read original story ...)
Security beefed up in Tokyo as emperor prepares to abdicate
TOKYO (Reuters) - Divers scoured moats around ... from happening near the palace and the Akasaka Imperial property as well as streets accessing them,” said the official who declined to be ... ( read original story ...)
Japan boosts security for emperor swap
Divers have scoured moats around the Imperial Palace and police dogs sniffed in bushes as authorities ramped up security for the start of Japan's new "Reiwa" imperial ... the palace and the Akasaka ... ( read original story ...)
In upcoming G20 summit, Canada, Japan have opportunity to prioritize data governance
The world must figure out how to balance the free flow of digital data and information, which relies on speed and uninhibited pathways, and the imperative to protect intellectual property and national ... ( read original story ...)
Fauchon Hotels to opens first international property in Kyoto, Japan
Gourmet French food purveyor Fauchon has announced plans to open a new Fauchon Hotel in Kyoto, Japan by next year. Best known for its macarons and pastries as well as foie gras and canapés, the ... ( read original story ...)
Back to the future: Japan enters new era trying to escape its past
But Heisei began in January 1989 with a hubristic swagger. Cars and cool electronic gadgets poured out of Japan’s factories. Its banks gorged on swelling asset and property prices to rival the world’s ... ( read original story ...)
Loylogic Announces Expansion of Business Operations to Japan
Loylogic, the global leader in e-commerce and e-payment solutions for loyalty programs, announces its business expansion in Japan by opening its eighth office to be located in Tokyo. With this new ... ( read original story ...)
Key questions and answers about Japan emperor’s abdication
TOKYO -- Japan's 85-year-old Emperor Akihito ends his three-decade reign on Tuesday when he abdicates to his son Crown Prince Naruhito. He's the first emperor to abdicate in 200 years. Some key ... ( read original story ...)
China top of mind as Trudeau hosts Japan’s Shinzo Abe
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Japan's Shinzo Abe met in Ottawa to celebrate the 90th anniversary of their bilateral bond and to commit to further the business relationship. It was a chance to tout ... ( read original story ...)
Canadian and Japanese leaders tout benefits of Pacific trade deal that Trump abandoned
OTTAWA (Reuters) - The leaders of Canada and Japan on Sunday touted the benefits of a Pacific trade deal that U.S. President Donald Trump walked away from and said the pact should serve as a model ... ( read original story ...)
Football: Anderson Lopes with thunderous opener for Consadole Sapporo
Sporting News Video Hub One of the most iconic sports media brands. Conceived in 1886, Sporting News offers a trusted perspective on multiple sports through cutting edge digital story-telling on all ... ( read original story ...)
Olympics: Tokyo 2020 archery venue unveiled
TOKYO (Reuters) - The archery venue for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games was officially unveiled on Sunday, the first completed venue built specifically for the Games. The Yumenoshima ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo 2020 Olympics archery venue unveiled
The archery venue for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games was officially unveiled on Sunday, becoming the first of the Games new venues to be completed. Yumenoshima Park Archery Field, located ... ( read original story ...)
Aichi-based companies converge on Nagoya Station ahead of Japan’s 2027 maglev launch
With the maglev line scheduled to launch in 2027, linking Tokyo and Nagoya, more companies in Aichi Prefecture are moving their headquarters closer to Nagoya Station to take advantage of the ... ( read original story ...)
Under pressure for win, Trump sought swift Japan trade deal
American officials were told to push the Japanese side for a trade agreement they could announce immediately, Nikkei has learned. "Can we announce something this time around?" U.S. Trade ... ( read original story ...)