"I actually wonder if the legal system in this country is really working," one of the plaintiffs, Machi Sakata, told Reuters. ... ( read original story ...)
Japan court says ban on same-sex marriage constitutional
It underscores how divisive the issue remains in Japan, the only member of the Group of Seven major industrialized nations that does not recognize same-sex unions. In its ruling, the Osaka court ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Finds Chinese Ships Moving Equipment For Gas Exploration In East China Sea, Files Protest
The relations between Japan and China have worsened after Tokyo filed its protest against the alleged unilateral resource development work carried out by Beijing in the disputed w ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Airlines Begins Evaluation Of Boeing 767 Replacements
DOHA—Japan Airlines (JAL) is beginning to consider its options for an order to replace its long-serving Boeing 767s while also preparing to continue the replacement process for its 777 fleet. JAL is ... ( read original story ...)
Japan maintains economic assessment as consumer, business spending picks up
Japan's government on Monday maintained its assessment that the country's economy is picking up as the downside effects of the coronavirus pandemic begin to wane and private and business spending ... ( read original story ...)
Crypto’s Lehman Brothers moment
If the collapse of LUNA was crypto’s Bear Stearns moment, Celsius Network may well be its Lehman Brothers moment. Ironically, crypto markets were lauded as being the antidote to the ills of ... ( read original story ...)
Crypto markets face a long road back after bitcoin plunges below $20,000 as an ‘every man for himself’ attitude spreads, UBS strategist says
Crypto is set for a highly difficult period after bitcoin plunged below $20,000, a top UBS strategist has said. James Malcolm told Insider crypto's collaborative spirit has given way to an "every man ... ( read original story ...)
Japan court delivers blow to same-sex marriage advocates
Osaka District Court on Monday ruled that it is "constitutional" for Japan not to allow same-sex unions, in a setback for LGBT+ rights advocates in the only Group of Seven nation that does not ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nikkei ends at more than 5-week low; chip, energy shares drag
"The indexes gained earlier in the session because investors sought to buy cheap stocks but the trading activities shrank as they struggled to find market moving cues," said Chihiro Ohta, assistant ... ( read original story ...)
Postecoglou gains another glowing report from Yokohama’s coach
Kevin Muscat has discussed the influence which Ange Postecoglou has had on his coaching career so far. After Ange left Yokohama Marinos in June 2021 for Celtic, Kevin Muscat took up the ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo reports 1,076 new cases of coronavirus infection
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government reported 1,076 cases of coronavirus infection on Monday, 116 more than a week before. ( read original story ...)
Japan court rules same-sex marriage ban is not unconstitutional
A Japanese court ruled on Monday that a ban on same-sex marriage was unconstitutional following a court decision in March 2021 that such a claim was also unconstitutional. ( read original story ...)
Japan: Osaka court rules ban on same-sex marriage constitutional
Japan's ban on same-sex marriages does not violate the constitution, a district court in Osaka has ruled. The ruling dealt a blow to gay couples and rights activists, after another district court in ... ( read original story ...)
Japan to fine Meta, Twitter if they keep neglecting domestic registry
With more countries stepping up regulations on IT giants to protect users, Japan is looking to enact its own strict measures. In early June, the Ministry of Justice reiterated its request that some ... ( read original story ...)
Giant panda twins celebrate 1st birthday with fans at Tokyo’s Ueno zoo
A birthday celebration for ever-popular twin giant pandas at the Japanese capital's Ueno Zoological Gardens was held on June 20. ( read original story ...)
Crypto industry fears contagion as bitcoin slips under $20,000
The cryptocurrency industry was on edge on Monday as bitcoin struggled to stay above a key level, with investors fearing that problems at major crypto players could unleash a wider market shakeout. ( read original story ...)