Also boosting market sentiments was the Bank of Japan vow to defend a key yield cap, offering to buy unlimited government bonds for the first four days of this week in the face of mounting ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo: The Future of Finance Is Green
Thus, Tokyo’s burgeoning green finance ecosystem is expected to attract a range of firms with valuable know-how, including asset managers, green fintech start-ups and human resource specialists ... ( read original story ...)
Misleading Post Claims Fukushima Nuclear Plant On Fire Following Japan Earthquake
The photo in the misleading post dates back to 2011, after the earthquake in Japan led to the eruption of gas storage tanks in Chiba Prefecture. ( read original story ...)
DEN IN TOKYO SECURES THE NO.1 SPOT AS THE LIST OF ASIA’S 50 BEST RESTAURANTS 2022 IS REVEALED
Den in Tokyo has secured the No.1 spot at the Asia's 50 Best Restaurants 2022 awards ceremony, sponsored by S.Pellegrino & Acqua Panna. The prestigious list was revealed today at simultaneous events ... ( read original story ...)
The Best Restaurant in Asia Is Den in Tokyo
The best restaurant in Asia is Den, in Tokyo. Den’s chef Zaiyu Hasegawa is known for his irreverent kaiseki menus—one of his most famous dishes is his version of fried chicken served in a box that ... ( read original story ...)
Japan, US to communicate closely on FX as yen hits 6-year low
TOKYO: Japan and the United States agreed to communicate closely on currency issues, Japan's top currency diplomat said on Tuesday (Mar 29) in his strongest statement yet since the yen's decline to ... ( read original story ...)
“Survey on Business Operations of Foreign-affiliated Companies in Japan”Summary of Survey Results
JETRO conducted a survey of 6,582 foreign-affiliated companies based in Japan from September to October 2021, and received valid responses from 1,315 companies (valid response rate: 20.0%). This ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka defends equal pay, hits back at Stefanos Tsitsipas’ for saying women ‘can also play best-of-five’
Naomi Osaka believes the structure of tennis would have to be revamped if women are to play best-of-five matches at Grand Slams as she defended the equal pay that women receive following Stefanos ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama to supply Team Mitsubishi Ralliart for the Asia Cross Country Rally
Tire maker Yokohama will supply Geolandar M/T G003 mud-terrain tires for SUVs and pickup trucks to support Team Mitsubishi Ralliart in this year’s Asia Cross Country Rally, due to take place in August ... ( read original story ...)
Japan enjoys cherry flower season despite COVID-19 worries
People across Japan are celebrating the peak cherry blossom viewing season one week after the lifting of COVID-19 restrictions, triggering concerns of a possible virus resurgence. Trees are in full ... ( read original story ...)
South Korea files complaint for Japan history books over sex slaves, other WWII claims
Seoul lodged a complaint against Tokyo on Tuesday over new history textbooks which South Korean officials say distort facts about Japan's use of forced labor and sexual slavery against Koreans during ... ( read original story ...)
Japan to ban Russia-bound exports of gold from April 5 – MOF
Japan will ban the shipment to Russia of precious metals, especially gold, in response to its invasion of Ukraine, the Ministry of Finance (MOF) said on Tuesday. ( read original story ...)
Wingcopter wins ITOCHU as a strategic investor and authorized partner in Japan
German drone delivery pioneer Wingcopter has announced the signing of a strategic partnership agreement with ITOCHU Corporation. ITOCHU joins Wingcopter’s Authorized Partnership ... ( read original story ...)
Aichi-Nagoya to host 2026 Asian Para Games
Around 4,000 athletes and team officials from the Asian Paralympic Committee's 44 member nations are expected to attend and 18 Para sports will be on the programme ... ( read original story ...)
Miami Open roundup – Osaka into quarters, Swiatek cruises
Naomi Osaka will face American Danielle Collins for a place in the semi-finals of the Miami Open after the Japanese star beat Alison Riske 6-3, 6,4 on Monday. Osaka has responded strongly in Florida, ... ( read original story ...)
Den in Tokyo is the Best Restaurant in Asia for 2022
Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants has finally brought back its in-person awards ceremony after a two year hiatus due to the pandemic. Ahead of today’s top 50 announcement, a list of restaurants ranked 51 to ... ( read original story ...)