The automotive industry in Bangladesh could be an emerging investment destination for Japanese entrepreneurs, Dhaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI) President Rizwan Rahman said today. ( read original story ...)
FOCUS: Skepticism over Kishida’s economic policy dims Tokyo stocks outlook
The Tokyo stock market is expected to struggle to sharply rebound from its recent plunge as the economic policy of new Prime Minister Fumio Kishida adds to concerns over the post-pandemic growth ... ( read original story ...)
Can Crypto Go Green?
They say crypto tokens will power a decentralized internet, changing the economics of banking, finance, gaming, shopping, entertainment and even human interaction. But if crypto, already worth $2 ... ( read original story ...)
Crypto mega-billionaire Sam Bankman-Fried says he’s bought billions of tethers in order to trade other coins
As scrutiny of tether has escalated, with the DOJ pursuing a bank fraud probe against tether execs for past behavior, Bankman-Fried has stood by listing tether on FTX. ( read original story ...)
ConsenSys funding round would value crypto start-up at $3bn
ConsenSys, a cryptocurrency start-up that has profited from the boom in decentralised finance, is raising funding that would value the company at $3bn, according to people briefed on the plans. New ... ( read original story ...)
Japan PM Kishida says has no plan to alter capital-gains and dividend taxes
Japan's new Prime Minister, Fumio Kishida, said on Sunday he won't seek to change the country's taxes on capital gains and dividends for now as he intends to pursue other steps for better wealth ... ( read original story ...)
Japan PM vows to strengthen medical system for Covid patients
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has said he will strengthen the country's medical system amid the coronavirus pandemi ... ( read original story ...)
Cheap Flights from Osaka (OSA) to Shannon (SNN) from CA $2,606
Find cheap flights from Osaka (OSA) to Shannon (SNN) from CA $2,606 only. With COVID-19 situation, few airlines are offering waiving change fees for new flight bookings. 🤩 Book flights now to enjoy ... ( read original story ...)
Parks plays limited minutes in Nagoya’s first win
Ray Parks Jr. played limited minutes for the second straight game but the Nagoya Diamond Dolphins finally produced their first B.League win after defeating the Hiroshima Dragonflies, 87-77, Sunday, ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo reports 60 new COVID cases, 7 deaths
Tokyo officials say 67 patients are in serious condition, one fewer than on Saturday. They say seven people died. ( read original story ...)
Nagoya gets breakthrough win as Ray Parks plays limited minutes
BOBBY Ray Parks played limited minutes as the Nagoya Diamond Dolphins finally got their breakthrough win in the 2021-22 B.League season, beating erstwhile unbeaten Hiroshima Dragonflies, 87-77, on ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka eases COVID-19 vaccine reservation requirement to speed up inoculations ahead of next wave
Although infections have been declining in both Tokyo and Osaka, the daily tally in Osaka started to exceed that of Tokyo late last month. ( read original story ...)
SOCCER/ Pressure mounting on Japan in World Cup qualifier vs. Australia
SEOUL--With two defeats out of three games already in World Cup qualification, Japan needs to beat Australia on Tuesday in Saitama or face the genuine prospect of missing out on the World Cup for the ... ( read original story ...)
FOUR SEASONS HOTEL OSAKA BY CURIOSITY
WE ARE PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE THAT CURIOSITY HAS BEEN SELECTED BY FOUR SEASONS HOTELS & RESORTS AND TOKYO TATEMONO COMPANY LIMITED TO DESIGN THE PUBLIC SPACES, THE GUEST ROOMS AS WELL AS THE MAIN DINING ... ( read original story ...)
The big picture: brutal intimacy on the streets of Tokyo
Bruce Gilden’s shot of a Japanese businessman carries the same menace as some of his more overtly violent subjects ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s first typhoon research institute opens at Yokohama National University
The center also aims to promote research to make typhoons into a source of renewable energy that can contribute to Japan's goal of achieving carbon neutrality. ( read original story ...)