Skateboarding, sport climbing and surfing have been proposed for inclusion at LA 2028 by the IOC executive board. ( read original story ...)
Japan hammers out tax reform to boost wages under “new capitalism” plan
Japan's ruling party will review taxes on investments next year, a top party official said on Friday, as it and its coalition partner approved an annual reform plan aimed at encouraging pay increases ... ( read original story ...)
Roundup: Tokyo stocks finish lower on weak tech issues
Tokyo stocks on Friday closed lower for the second consecutive trading day as weak technology issues dragged down the market while ... ( read original story ...)
Soccer: Antlers, FC Tokyo announce new foreign managers
Swiss coach Rene Weiler will take the reins at Kashima Antlers, while FC Tokyo have confirmed the hiring of Spaniard Albert Puig in t ... ( read original story ...)
As U.S. Inflation Surges, Japan Has the Opposite Problem: Everyday Low Prices
As the cost of groceries, clothing and electronics have gone up in the U.S., prices in Japan have stayed low. WSJ’s Peter Landers goes shopping in Tokyo to expl ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Ruling Bloc Adopts FY 2022 Tax Reform Package
Japan's ruling coalition on Friday adopted its fiscal 2022 tax system reform package focusing on measures to cushion the impacts of the novel coronavirus crisis on households and businesses. You are ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese shares fall on weak tech stocks, post first weekly gain in three
The Nikkei share average ended 1% lower at 28,437.77, but posted a 1.46% gain in its first weekly gain in three weeks. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s SBI raises stake in Shinsei to 48per cent, Kyodo reports
SBI Holdings has increased its stake in Shinsei Bank close to its targeted 48per cent from about 20per cent through a US$1.1 billion tender offer that closed on Friday, Kyodo News reported. (Reporting ... ( read original story ...)
2 Central Japan Regional Banks Announce Oct. 2022 Integration
Aichi Bank 8527> and Chukyo Bank 8530>, both operating mainly in Aichi Prefecture, central Japan, said Friday that they will set up a joint holding company in October 2022 for business integration. ( read original story ...)
Sapporo Television Broadcasting taps Riedel for distributed AV network
Riedel Communications has announced that Sapporo Television Broadcasting (STV) has deployed 17 MicroN media distribution network devices ... ( read original story ...)
Japan: Yokohama hosts ‘Yorunoyo’ night event
Yokohama is a lively and welcoming city It boasts recreational destinations sports events an array of tourists attractions ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama Rubber to launch new flagship tire the ADVAN Sport V107
The Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd., announced that it will launch its ultra-high performance ADVAN Sport V107 as its new global flagship tire from Spring 2022. Sales will be launched successively in major ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama announces new Advan Neova AD09
To keep their Neova lineup fresh, Yokohama Tires has launched the new AD09. Compared to the AD08R, Yokohama completely redesigned the tread pattern of the new AD09. Gone are the signature hook design ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Reports 25 New Coronavirus Cases
News; Tokyo Reports 25 New Coronavirus Cases; Tokyo Reports 25 New Coronavirus Cases. News from Japan. Society Lifestyle Dec 10, 2021 ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo confirms 25 new infections
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government says it confirmed 25 new cases of the coronavirus on Friday. The figure is up 11 from a week ago. The daily tally in the capital has stayed below 50 for 55 straight ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks finish lower on weak tech issues
Tokyo stocks on Friday closed lower for the second consecutive trading day, as weak technology issues dragged down the market, while investors took a wait-and-see stance ahead of key events in the ... ( read original story ...)