Japan's western prefecture of Osaka is expected to report around 6,000 COVID-19 cases on Tuesday, far outstripping its all-time daily high of 3,760 over the weekend, an official with knowledge of the ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong fund to sell Japan, S.Korea Burger King business in deal over $1bln – source
Private equity firm Affinity Equity Partners is this week launching the sale of its Burger King fast-food businesses in South Korea and Japan, in a deal that could fetch more than $1 billion, a person ... ( read original story ...)
British Gas Bills, Japanese Inflation, Chinese Property: Eco Day
Europe. Here’s the latest news and analysis from Bloomberg Economics to help you start the day: ... ( read original story ...)
Oyo Hotel IPO Approaches, Likely Valuation Of $9 Billion
Oyo Hotels, the once hard-charging startup that struggled during the pandemic, is eyeing a valuation of about $9 billion in its IPO ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s Nikkei share average closes down 0.27 pct
Japan's benchmark Nikkei average closed down 0.27 percent at 28,257.25 on Tuesday, while the broader Topix shed 0.42 percent at 1,978.32. TOKYO, Jan 18 (Reuters) - Japan's benchmark Nikkei average The ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese shares give up gains on rising U.S. bond yields
Japanese shares reversed course to close lower on Tuesday, as a jump in U.S. bond yields made investors cautious, prompting a sell-off in market heavyweights. The Nikkei share average fell 0.27% to 28 ... ( read original story ...)
Toyota needs to build 1 million cars in March to reach annual target – Nikkei
Toyota Motor Corp will build 700,000 vehicles globally in February, up 10% on the year, but will still need to make a million more in March in order to reach an annual production target of 9 million, ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo shares end lower on weak U.S. stock futures, Japan COVID jump
Tokyo shares erased earlier gains and ended lower Tuesday as investor sentiment was dented by a fall in U.S. stock futures and a recent spike in coronavirus infections in Japan. The 225-issue Nikkei ... ( read original story ...)
Catch amazing music, theatre and dance shows at the Tokyo Performing Arts Festival 2022
The festival is a massive one, featuring shows in 11 different disciplines including opera, ballet, contemporary theatre and Nihon-buyo (traditional Japanese dance). A host of professional ensembles ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo, Other Prefectures Request COVID-19 Quasi-State of Emergency
The Japanese government is considering declaring a quasi-state of emergency in Tokyo, Saitama, Chiba, and Kanagawa prefectures after their respective governors revealed their intentions to ask for the ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo ward sues 32 shops along historic Asakusa street for alleged illegal occupancy
Taito Ward in Japan's capital has brought a suit against souvenir shops and other establishments located along Denbouin-dori Street in the po ... ( read original story ...)
Tsunami caused by Tonga volcano eruption stumps Japan weather experts
The phenomenon confused weather agency officials, as tide level changes were only a few dozen centimeters at some observation points and they changed too quickly for a tsunami. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Osaka prefecture to report about 6,000 COVID-19 cases, new daily record – Kyodo
Japan's Osaka prefecture will record about 6,000 new coronavirus cases on Tuesday, the Kyodo news agency reported. ( read original story ...)
Japan once again postpones launch of H3 rocket
Informed sources say the launch of Japan's mainstay next-generation H3 rocket has been postponed again. The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency, or JAXA, and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries are developing ... ( read original story ...)
Feel 150 Years of History! 12 Iconic Buildings & Exotic Historical Landmarks in Hokkaido
A relatively young region in Japan, Hokkaido began full-scale development about 150 years ago. When traveling there, you’ll see many Western-style historical buildings. Hokkaido’s natural environment ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Disney Resort is set to bring back the snacks and sweet treats at limited park stores
A month-long shortage of goods had many park visitors leaving empty-handed with no yummy souvenirs for their memories. ( read original story ...)