However, the top luxury hotels in Tokyo – exquisite, high-end addresses dotted across famous neighbourhoods such as Shinjuku, Akasaka, and Ginza – really take it to the next level. Shinjuku is one of ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Hokkaido to Get Advanced Chipmaking Factory This Decade
Japanese chip foundry venture Rapidus Corp. said it will build a plant in Chitose City on Japan’s northern island of Hokkaido, in the country’s latest move to galvanize its semiconductor industry. ( read original story ...)
VOX POPULI: Tokyo bombing film ‘Paper City’ reminds us of war’s tragedies
A white-haired man stares at the photograph of a young boy sitting in a daze, covered with darkened blood and gray ash. ( read original story ...)
Rapidus picks northern Japan’s Chitose as semiconductor plant location
Japan's state-backed Rapidus said on Tuesday it would build its semiconductor plant in Chitose, a manufacturing hub on the nation's northern island of Hokkaido. ( read original story ...)
Nikkei tracks Wall Street higher, tech shares gain
Japan's Nikkei share average rose on Tuesday, as heavyweight technology stocks tracked overnight strength on Wall Street, while investors got relief from incoming Bank of Japan (BOJ) Governor's ...
Bank of Japan will probably maintain monetary easing, but with a ‘twist,’ says Moody’s
Stefan Angrick of Moody's Analytics says the Bank of Japan will probably dial back on yield curve control. Got a confidential news tip? We want to hear from you. Sign up for free newsletters and get ...
Japan’s factory output posts biggest fall in 8 months on weak autos, chips sectors
Japan's factory output shrank at the fastest pace in eight months in January as declining overseas demand took a heavy toll on key industries such as auto and semiconductor equipment. In contrast, ... ( read original story ...)
Japan authorities seek criminal charges against Dentsu, others over Olympics contracts
Japan's Fair Trade Commission said on Tuesday it filed criminal complaints against Dentsu and five other advertising firms as well as seven individuals over alleged bid-rigging on contracts for the ... ( read original story ...)
Japan to promote gas, LNG, hydrogen investments during G7 presidency – METI
Japan plans to emphasise the importance of investments in natural gas, liquefied natural gas as well as cleaner fuels such as hydrogen and ammonia during the country's presidency at the G7 summit ... ( read original story ...)
Making the Most of Your Business Trip to Tokyo: A Guide to Japanese Business Etiquette
Japan is one of the world’s largest economies and a hub for international business. As a result, it’s not uncommon for professionals to travel to Tokyo for work-related reasons. However ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Rapidus to unveil chip plant location on Tuesday -local govt
The head of Japan's state-backed chip venture Rapidus will visit the northern island of Hokkaido on Tuesday to inform Governor Naomichi Suzuki of its decision regarding the location of a planned ... ( read original story ...)
Chinese brands gain foothold in Japan, eye next level of growth
TOKYO: While Japan’s unique business culture and a strong emphasis on quality may have deterred some foreign firms seeking quick money to enter the country, an increasing number of Chinese companies, ... ( read original story ...)
Robinhood says SEC issued subpoena related to crypto operations
Robinhood Markets Inc said in a filing on Monday it had received an investigative subpoena in December from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission related to listings of cryptocurrencies.
Japan’s MS&AD eyes closure of overseas locations, CEO says
Japan's MS&AD Insurance Group Holdings is considering shuttering some overseas locations to shore up profits, as adjusted return on equity (ROE) for fiscal 2022 indicated that the group is falling ...
Asia markets rise ahead of key retail sales data releases
Japan will release its retail sales data on Tuesday, which is expected come in higher at 4%, according to economists. In Australia, the S&P/ASX 200 rose 0.35% ahead of its January retail sales data ...
Japan’s factory output suffer biggest fall in 8 months
Japan's factory output shrank at the fastest pace in eight months in January as shrinking overseas demand amid a global economic slowdown took a heavy toll on business activity. ( read original story ...)