Japanese stocks rise on U.S. stimulus optimism

TOKYO, Oct 21 (Reuters) - Japanese shares closed higher on Wednesday as optimism that U.S. lawmakers could reach an agreement on a pre-election stimulus package lifted riskier assets globally. The ... ( read original story ...)

Bushido: The book that changed Japan’s image

The Soul of Japan changed how the nation was perceived around the world, writes Michiyo Nakamoto. The Last Samurai, a sweeping Hollywood epic, tells the story of Katsumoto, a rebel samurai who ... ( read original story ...)

Tokyo’s Nikkei share average opens up 0.21 pct

Japan's benchmark Nikkei average opened up 0.21 percent at 23,615.52 on Wednesday, while the broader Topix gained 0.45 percent at 1,633.03. TOKYO, Oct 21 (Reuters) - Japan's benchmark Nikkei average ... ( read original story ...)