The election of Yoshihide Suga as the new prime minister of Japan on 16 September has triggered many obituaries for “Abenomics”, which was launched dramatically by his predecessor in December, 2012. ( read original story ...)
Japan to Release Treated Water from Crippled Fukushima Plant into Sea
The Japanese government plans to release into the sea treated radioactive water from the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant crippled by a powerful earthquake and tsunami in 2011 amid concerns over ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s pragmatic new PM pushes Abe’s vision on SE Asia trip
Japan’s new prime minister, Yoshihide Suga, The choice to visit Southeast Asia underscores Japan’s efforts to counter Chinese influence and build stronger economic and defense ties in the region, much ... ( read original story ...)
Soccer: Yokohama FC substitute Kusano topples FC Tokyo with late goal
Substitute Yuki Kusano found a late winner as promoted Yokohama FC beat FC Tokyo 1-0 on Sunday in the J-League top division. ( read original story ...)
Beyonce Sends Special Wishes for US Open Champion Naomi Osaka on Her Special Day
World No.3 Naomi Osaka received a special birthday wish from her music idol Beyonce after she turned 23 years old last week. ( read original story ...)
Crypto exchange OKEx halts withdrawals in China probe
One of the world’s biggest cryptocurrency exchanges has halted withdrawals after revealing it has lost contact with an employee who is “co-operating” in a Chinese government investigation. OKEx, an ... ( read original story ...)
Direct Import Face Mask to US, Japan, Germany, Indonesia, Mexico, Canada (FDA-CE) by Dony Garment
Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam, Oct. (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Covid-19 pandemic has almost turned the world upside down. Everything remained close because of it. But life needs to move. We have to survive and ... ( read original story ...)
On Asia trip, Japan’s pragmatic new PM pushes Abe’s vision
Japan's new prime minister, Yoshihide Suga, leaves Sunday on his first overseas foray since taking over from his former boss Shinzo Abe last month, heading to Vietnam and Indonesia. The choice to ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Opens Hong Kong Office to Attract Firms to Financial Hub
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government has set up an office in Hong Kong to consult with companies considering a move to the Japanese capital, part of its push to make the city a global financial center. ( read original story ...)
Shared kitchen space opens in Tokyo in hopes of revitalizing shopping district
TOKYO -- A shared kitchen space accessible to all -- including young cooks who wish to put their skills to the test before opening their own establishments, and resident groups interested in opening ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s WealthNavi applies to list on TSE, IPO likely later this year-Nikkei
Japan's asset management fintech firm WealthNavi Inc has applied to list its shares on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, with approval and an initial public offering (IPO) expected later this year, the Nikkei ... ( read original story ...)
Japan PM Suga vows to do all it takes to organise Tokyo Olympics next year
Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga vowed on Friday to do "whatever it takes" to organise the Tokyo Olympics next year by working closely with the International Olympics Committee and its Japan ... ( read original story ...)
Brazilian food culture is the fragrant heart of Nagoya
Nikkei Brazilian culture manifests in food, and its growing popularity suggests recognition of Japan as a multiethnic country may be on the horizon. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s showcase toilets
Some of Japan’s creative visionaries have joined a unique project that’s putting public facilities on the map. They’re designing toilets like no other, sparking curiosity and a new type of tourism. ( read original story ...)
‘Only in Crypto’: What the OKEx Mess Says About New and Old Finance
An off-the-cuff discussion about the fundamental realities and unique challenges of security for even the largest crypto exchanges. ( read original story ...)
Stablecoins race ahead: Fiat-backed crypto booming amid uncertainty
Stablecoins are taking over the crypto space with increased utility and circulation. What is prompting this growth, and is it a threat to the market? ( read original story ...)