Shared concerns about China’s maritime assertiveness have driven a steady strategic convergence between Tokyo and Manila. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s once-futuristic Nakagin Capsule Tower to be demolished
Peer inside the unique Nakagin Capsule Tower, an iconic Tokyo building which, despite efforts to save it, will be demolished next week. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nissan plans ‘game changing’ electric car batteries
Nissan is working with NASA on a new type of battery for electric vehicles that promises to charge quicker and be lighter yet safe, the Japanese automaker said Friday. The all-solid-state battery will ... ( read original story ...)
Japan plans to gradually reduce coal imports from Russia
The world's third-largest coal importer Japan plans to reduce Russian coal imports gradually while looking for alternative suppliers in the wake of sanctions against Moscow, the industry minister said ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nikkei slides on U.S. rates caution, eyes worst week in a month
Japan’s Nikkei index slipped on Friday, keeping it on course for its worst week in a month, as it tracked weakness in U.S. stock futures amid worries about the impact of aggressive policy tightening ... ( read original story ...)
Asian stock market: Nikkei headed for weekly loss of nearly 3% as traders weigh tight monetary policy
MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan was steady in morning trade and down about 1.5% for the week so far. ( read original story ...)
Osaka Metro to test stores where you can pay with your face, even with a mask
One of the bright sides of Osaka having been selected as the host of the 2025 World Expo is that the city is going to work extra hard to get a bunch of cool stuff up and running by then. We’ve already ... ( read original story ...)
Peter Thiel Shreds $100s and Mocks the Unwashed Masses at Crypto Conference
The billionaire used his Miami Bitcoin 2022 keynote to rip several hundred-dollar bills as an opening bit and lambast the anti-crypto "gerontocracy" of finance. ( read original story ...)
A $430 Billion Habit Got Japan’s Central Bank Hooked on ETFs
The world's boldest monetary policy experiment landed the Bank of Japan with a vast portfolio it just can’t quit. ( read original story ...)
Asia-Pacific markets set to open higher after Wall Street recovery
Shares in Asia-Pacific set to rise on Friday after a comeback on Wall Street as investors continued to digest the Fed's plans to fight inflation. ( read original story ...)
Japan considers restrictions on coal imports from Russia -Jiji
The Japanese government is considering restrictions on the import of Russian coal as part of sanctions in the area of energy against the country, Jiji Press reported on Friday. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Feb Current Account Swings Back to Surplus From Big Deficit
Japan's current account balance swung back into the black in February from its second-biggest deficit on record in the previous month, providing some respite for policymakers amid a deterioration in ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese business established to rent out ad space on lazy comedian’s backpack
Nishida Ad is an exciting new service by the Tokyo-based start-up Lemon Jam. It promises an unprecedented and unparalleled level of advertising penetration thanks to the lackadaisical lifestyle of ... ( read original story ...)
The True Story Behind ‘Tokyo Vice’ Is Even Crazier Than You Think
The story begins with a meeting, between journalist Jake Adelstein and a member of Japan’s most notorious crime syndicate, the yakuza.At the time, Adelstein was covering crime for Japan’s The Yomiuri ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s World-Renowned Capsule Tower Will Be Demolished
After years of disrepair, architect Kisho Kurokawa's iconic building will be disassembled one capsule at a time. ( read original story ...)
U.S. FDIC asks banks for info on crypto activities, cites potential ‘systemic risks’
The U.S. Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) on Thursday said the thousands of banks it supervises should notify the regulator of any crypto-related activities they have or are planning. ( read original story ...)