Japan's Princess Mako is set to forego a one-off million-dollar payment for giving up her royal status to wed a college classmate, local media said on Saturday, clearing the way for a marriage delayed ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka Ohsho dumpling diner opens 1st Chinese outlet in Shanghai
Japanese restaurant chain operator Eat & Holdings Co. has started serving meals at its first Chinese outlet of the new-style Osaka Ohsho dumpling diner in Shanghai prior to its grand opening next ... ( read original story ...)
Carlos Ghosn bets on China economy, calls on Japan to fix ‘outdated’ justice system
The former CEO turned international fugitive says he is done with corporate life but is still keeping a close eye on the world of business as he fights legal battles and releases his memoir to clear ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Shinsei reiterates call for SBI to extend bid period to 60 days
Shinsei Bank on Monday reiterated its request that SBI Holdings extend the period of its unsolicited US$1.1 billion tender offer bid to 60 business days, rejecting SBI's offer to extend it to 50 ... ( read original story ...)
Panel assures Tokyo 2020 Olympics report will be ready before schedule
The seven-member committee set up by Sports Minister, Sunday Dare, to investigate the circumstances leading to the suspension of 10 Nigerian athletes from participating at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic ... ( read original story ...)
‘Have that itch’: Naomi Osaka’s shock hint after tennis layoff
Naomi Osaka has hinted she could be returning to tennis soonerthan expected after an interview on The Uninterrupted podcast. Osaka left the US Open last month in tears, telling he ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo shares open higher
Tokyo shares opened higher Monday with Japan expected to lift a coronavirus state of emergency in many areas and the ruling party preparing to choose a new leader. The benchmark Nikkei 225 index rose ... ( read original story ...)
Outcome uncertain as Japan’s ruling party heads to vote on next PM
Japan's ruling party votes on Wednesday for the country's next prime minister in an election that has turned into the most unpredictable race since Shinzo Abe made a surprise comeback almost a decade ... ( read original story ...)
2 women, political opposites, vying in race for Japan PM
The inclusion of two women among the four candidates vying to become the next prime minister seems like a big step forward for Japan's notoriously sexist politics. But their fate is in the hands of a ... ( read original story ...)
Polling Shows Premier Vote Set for Runoff: Japan Election
Voting to elect the leader of Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party is almost certain to go to a second round, with no candidate expected to reach the initial majority needed to avoid a runoff, ... ( read original story ...)
Participation in Japan Automotive Model-Based Engineering Center
Expanding the reach of Monozukuri and contributing to further development of Japan's automotive industry TOKYO, Sep 27, 2021 - (JCN Newswire) - Five Japanese automobile manufacturers (SUBARU ... ( read original story ...)
Chinese Regulators Are Serious About Crypto Ban This Time
Chinese officials have taken steps for months to crack down on cryptocurrencies, with mixed effects. On Friday, they tried to erase any doubts about their intentions. ( read original story ...)
Consultations from young women in Japan on unwanted pregnancies rising amid pandemic
More and more young women are coming forward for consultations concerning unwanted pregnancies, sexual abuse, domestic violence ･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Leading Economic Index On Tap For Monday
Japan will on Monday release final July figures for its leading and coincident indexes, highlighting a light day for Asia-Pacific ... ( read original story ...)
The US government requests — and is granted — the most user data from tech companies compared to countries like the UK, France, and Japan: report
The US, Germany, France, the UK, and Japan lead in the number of data requests it sends to tech companies like Facebook and Twitter. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka opens up on comeback plans after taking indefinite break after US Open
Naomi Osaka announced she would be taking an extended break from tennis during a tearful press conference following her third-round exit from the US Open. ( read original story ...)