Japan's health ministry confirmed 795 new cases of the coronavirus in Tokyo on Saturday. The figure represents a decline of 387 from a week ago. The ministry also confirmed one death in Tokyo. Our ... ( read original story ...)
Janu Tokyo: The New Luxury Hospitality Destination in Japan to Open in Autumn 2023
Presenting a soulful setting in Tokyos much anticipated Modern Urban Village, Azabudai Hills, Janu Tokyo will feature 122 spacious guest rooms, a vibrant dining scene, one of the largest wellness ... ( read original story ...)
Russia Is Losing the Crypto War vs Ukraine
As the Russian invasion of Ukraine enters a second year, so far there is one clear winner of the battle for crypto-based finance, and it's not Russia.
Japan pledges financial support to help Asean decarbonise
TOKYO: Japan pledged financial and technological support today to help Asean countries accelerate their efforts to decarbonise their economies and combat climate change. Energy-poor Japan hopes to ...
Court sets dates to show security video of Sri Lankan who died in Japan detention
Security camera footage of Wishma Sandamali, a Sri Lankan woman who died while detained at the Nagoya Regional Immigration Services Bureau in 2021, will be shown in court on June 21 and July 12 as ... ( read original story ...)
Japan unions ask average 4.5% wage hike, biggest since 1990s
Japan's trade unions are demanding the biggest wage hike in more than two decades at their spring pay negotiations, a national labour tally showed on Friday, as the government and central bank urge firms to raise workers' wages to support the economy. ( read original story ...)
Japan pledges financial support to help ASEAN’s decarbonisation
Japan's government pledged financial and technological support to help ASEAN countries accelerate their efforts to decarbonise their economies and combat global climate change, its industry minister ...
Silvergate suspends crypto payments network; shares fall after-hours
Silvergate Capital Corp said on Friday it made a "risk-based decision" to discontinue the Silvergate Exchange Network, its crypto payments network, two days after the digital asset-focused bank raised doubts about its viability.
Silvergate Shuts Crypto Payments Network It Once Hyped
Silvergate Capital Corp. discontinued the payments network that has served as a vital hub for investors in the cryptocurrency industry, days after the firm raised questions about its own viability.
After Suffering Second-Largest-Ever Crypto Hack, Jump Crypto Recovers 120,000 ETH By Exploiting Its Own Smart Contracts
A “counter-exploit” by Jump Crypto and Oasis took advantage of upgradable proxy patterns to change the logic of a underlying smart contract to send out its hacked funds.
A New Crypto Mixer Promises to Be Tornado Cash Without the Crime
Privacy Pool’s founder says he can preserve users’ privacy while keeping money launderers and regulators at bay.
Cherry trees forecast to bloom earlier than usual in Japan
Cherry blossoms are expected to bloom earlier than usual across Japan this spring, weather information company Weathernews Inc. announced on March 1. ( read original story ...)
Sapporo startup to take tourists on balloon rides into ‘space’
SAPPORO--A local startup is launching a “space tourism” business to take sightseers on balloon rides 25 kilometers into the stratosphere to marvel at views of the curvature of the Earth. ( read original story ...)
Beer giant Sapporo gulps up warehouse space in eastern Henrico
The Japanese brewing conglomerate needs the extra space as it prepares to expand production at its Stone Brewing facility in Fulton. Sapporo is the second tenant to sign on at the new Sauer Industrial ... ( read original story ...)
10 Spring Break Ideas And Inspiration For Solo Travelers
Are you lost for choice in your frantic search for your next spring break vacation? Plenty of options fit the lone traveler looking to relax and experience new adventures without breaking the bank. ( read original story ...)
Man arrested after fight to get police officer’s gun in Nagoya koban
Police in Nagoya said Friday they have arrested a 39-year-old unemployed man who went into a koban (police box) and attacked two officers while trying to get one of their guns. According to Nagoya ... ( read original story ...)