Tokyo Gas on Wednesday reported its highest ever yearly net profit for the 2022/23 fiscal year amid record LNG prices, but warned that next year's profit may drop because of projected lower city gas ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s ispace says moon lander unexpectedly accelerated and likely crashed
Japan's ispace inc said its attempt to make the first private moon landing had failed after losing contact with its Hakuto-R Mission 1 (M1) lander when it unexpectedly accelerated and probably crashed on the lunar surface. ( read original story ...)
Japanese company’s bid for moon landing fails: A look at other private players and their missions
Japan's ispace on Wednesday became the latest company to try to put a private lunar lander on the Moon. Here are some of the companies who have made the journey, or have planned missions ...
MGM’s bet on Asia’s next Macau may age well
Although Japan’s population is aging and shrinking, Osaka’s crowded, well-connected sprawl makes ... writing on topics including environmental policy, cleantech and green finance, as well as the ...
Japan’s Nomura Q4 net profit drops 76%
Nomura Holdings Inc , Japan's biggest brokerage and investment bank, reported on Wednesday a 76% drop in quarterly net profit amid fears about a global banking crisis.
Poached sea cucumber: Japan police arrest five for stealing 600kg of the coveted creature
Japan’s criminal syndicates have increasingly targeted the marine animal which is considered an expensive delicacy ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nomura Q4 profit plunges 76% as deal activity slumps
Nomura Holdings Inc, Japan's biggest brokerage and investment bank, reported on Wednesday a 76% tumble in quarterly net profit as worries about a global banking crisis hit its investment banking and ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo company: ‘High probability’ spacecraft crashed on moon
A Japanese company’s spacecraft apparently crashed while attempting to land on the moon. Flight controllers lost contact Wednesday with the lander after it descended from lunar orbit, aiming ... ( read original story ...)
Anime luminary Maruyama warns Japan’s top spot at risk
Japan's powerhouse anime business risks being overtaken by rising Chinese competition because a tilt towards commercialism has stifled creativity, industry heavyweight Masao Maruyama has warned.Maruyama doesn't draw or direct, ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Ispace attempts world’s first commercial moon landing
A Japanese lunar lander, carrying a rover developed in the United Arab Emirates, will attempt to find its footing on the moon's surface Tuesday — potentially marking the world's first lunar landing for a commercially developed spacecraft. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nikkei retreats from eight-month high as bank worries weigh
Investors were also cautious ahead of the domestic earnings season getting into full swing from Thursday and new Bank of Japan (BOJ) governor Kazuo Ueda's first policy decision on Friday. Robot maker ...
Japan Regulator Asks Banks to Examine Social Media Risks After SVB
Japan’s Financial Services Agency has urged banks to check their readiness to respond to risks from social media and internet banking after the collapse of several US banks, according to people ...
Pikachu helmets are coming to Japanese pro baseball team’s uniforms【Photos】
Yokohama adds some Pokémon style to their batting helmets and caps. Fans of Yokohama’s professional baseball team, the Baystars, are pretty excited about this season. After finishing dead-last in ... ( read original story ...)
Biden to Visit Japan, Australia for Meetings With Allies
President Joe Biden will visit Japan and Australia next month to huddle with allies on their continued response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine as well as ways to confront China’s assertive economic a ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Sompo to focus on integration after acquisition spree
Sompo Holdings Inc will place more focus on integrating domestic and overseas operations for further growth after a spell of acquisitions abroad boosted the global presence of Japan's No. 3 non-life insurer group, ( read original story ...)
Nikkei May Fall on Uncertainty Over Economy, Earnings
Japanese stocks may fall as uncertainty continues over the economic and earnings outlook and the yen strengthens.