In an interview with Nikkei, Hosoya, a professor of international politics at Keio University and a member of key government defense panels, outlined the security crossroads at which Japan now stands. ( read original story ...)
Enfusion Partners with Tokyo Metropolitan Government to Grow Japan’s Hedge Fund Market
Enfusion, a leading global provider of investment management technology solutions and services, announced today their selection as an official qualified outsourcing service provider by Tokyo ... ( read original story ...)
Japan May Household Spending Tumbles 16.2% Year/year
Japanese household spending fell 16.2% in May from a year earlier, government data showed on Tuesday, as consumers heeded authorities' calls to stay home to help contain the coronavirus pandemic. The ... ( read original story ...)
At least 20 dead as floods sweep away houses in south Japan
Deep floodwaters and the risk of more mudslides that left about 20 people confirmed or presumed dead hampered search and rescue operations on Sunday in southern Japan, including at elderly home ... ( read original story ...)
Is This $3 Billion Crypto Ponzi Still Alive?
Fleecing users of 3 billion USD worth of cryptocurrencies easily places the PlusToken Ponzi scheme on the top 10 of the largest schemes, ever. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo governor optimistic about Olympics despite public doubts
As polls show widespread concern, newly reelected Gov. Yuriko Koike vows to curb the coronavirus pandemic in time for the Tokyo Olympics next summer. ( read original story ...)
Japan flooding death toll rises to 49 as more heavy rain hits region
Torrential rain brought another deluge to southern Japan on Monday as the death toll from days of flooding and mudslides climbed to at least 49 people as rescuers searched for missing people. ( read original story ...)
Crypto Investor Brock Pierce Reveals 2020 Presidential Run, Promises Stimulus Check Overhaul
Controversial former child actor-turned-bitcoin and cryptocurrency advocate Brock Pierce has thrown his hat into the ring, promising to use technology to "enhance institutions and improve ... ( read original story ...)
Japan debuts new bullet train that can run during an earthquake
Japan's latest record-breaking bullet train doesn't only run faster and smoother -- it's also able to transport passengers to safety in the event of an earthquake. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Olympics seek COVID-19 defenses, but what exactly?
As the president of the Tokyo Olympics, Yoshiro Mori knows that experts will have to come up with defenses against COVID-19 for the the postponed games to open a year ... ( read original story ...)
Five Sumo Association Members in Japan Confirmed to Have Antibody for Coronavirus – NHK
Five members of Japan's Sumo Association were confirmed to have the coronavirus antibody, public broadcaster NHK said on Monday, citing the association. The association has conducted antibody tests ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Agrees With Experts to Ease Restrictions on Events From July 10
Japanese Economy Minister Yasutoshi Nishimura said on Monday the government had agreed with members of a new expert panel to ease restrictions on holding events from July 10. "We agreed that the ... ( read original story ...)
Saitama Rakuten International Says Uber To Acquire Postmates For $2.65 Billion
Saitama Rakuten International says Uber Technologies agrees to purchase Postmates for $2.65 billion, helping them to gain ground on DoorDash. ( read original story ...)
40 dead in Japan floods, as more areas warned of heavy rain
The death toll from three days of heavy rain and flooding in southern Japan rose to 40 on Monday, including 14 who drowned at a riverside nursing home, as rescuers searched for 10 missing people and ... ( read original story ...)
Greig Laidlaw joins Shining Arcs in Japan’s Top League
Former Scotland captain Greig Laidlaw has joined Shining Arcs in Japan's Top League, having left Clermont Auvergne at the end of last season. ( read original story ...)
Nikkei hits near 1-month high as China rebound hopes boost shippers, steelmakers
Japanese shares rose on Monday as signs of an economic rebound in China boosted shippers and steelmakers, while worries over a spike in COVID-19 cases in some U.S. states were offset by prospects of ... ( read original story ...)