North Korea reportedly fired ballistic missiles into the Sea of Japan on Thursday evening, its latest warning shots to neighboring Japan and South Korea. ( read original story ...)
Japan emperor says engagement with global south is key ahead of Indonesia trip
Japanese Emperor Naruhito on Thursday said working with developing countries will be key to solving global issues like climate change, as he prepared to travel to Indonesia on his first state visit ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Kishida says he won’t dissolve Diet, ending snap election talk for now
Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida delivers his policy speech during the first day of an ordinary session at the lower house of parliament in Tokyo, Japan January 23, 2023. REUTERS/Kim Kyung-Hoon/Fi ... ( read original story ...)
US, Japan, S.Korean security advisers discuss N.Korea, China seas -White House
National security advisers for the United States, Japan and South Korea on Thursday discussed maintaining stability in the Taiwan Strait and coordination over the East China and South China Seas, the ... ( read original story ...)
North Korea test fires two ballistic missiles into Sea of Japan, South Korea says
South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff said Kim Jong Un's military had fire 2 short-range missiles into the East Sea, also known as the Sea of Japan. ( read original story ...)
Chicago woman who went missing while traveling in Japan has been found, family says
We’re grateful for every email, call, and share and are now focused on bringing her home safely,” Kandace Schipper's sister Nicole Willea said. ( read original story ...)
Japan negotiates on artillery shells for Ukraine – WSJ
Japan has been negotiating the supply of artillery shells to the US to increase its stockpile for Ukraine, as Tokyo seeks a workaround to help Kyiv in its counteroffensive despite restrictions on arms ... ( read original story ...)
Surfer Jordy Smith qualifies for 2024 Paris Olympics after Tokyo injury heartbreak
After South African surfer Jordy Smith missed out on the 2020 Tokyo Olympics with a knee injury, he secured his place at the 2024 Games in Paris through the ISA World Surfing Games in El Salvador. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nikkei surrenders gains to end lower after four-day rally
Japan's Nikkei share average gave back its gains to inch lower on Thursday as investors locked in profits after the index's sharp gains in a four-session winning run. The Nikkei index ended 0.05% ...
Bank of Japan likely to keep monetary easing amid inflation, wage uncertainty
The Bank of Japan is widely expected to maintain ultralow interest rates at a two-day policy meeting from Thursday, as uncertainty lo ...
Nagoya officials ‘sorry’ for failing to halt abuse hurled at forum
NAGOYA--City officials apologized on June 14 for failing to stop discriminatory remarks against a wheelchair-user who asked at a public forum for an elevator to be installed in Nagoya Castle. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Games bribery case: Ex-official of publisher Kadokawa found guilty
A former senior official of Japanese publisher Kadokawa has been found guilty of bribery in connection with the company's bid to win a sponsorship deal for the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics. ( read original story ...)
Air Force issues ‘all clear’ after bomb-threat evacuations at US airlift hub in Tokyo
The Air Force has issued an all-clear following a bomb threat that emptied wing headquarters and the base exchange Thursday morning at the home of U.S. Forces Japan. ( read original story ...)
Personal Finance: It’s finally time to buy Japan, just look at Warren Buffet
If the reason to invest in Japan is because solid but cheap stocks are likely to get less cheap, they are probably best held over the medium term. In 2020, Warren Buffet bought into a large group of ...
Osaka in uphill battle to eradicate street smoking by 2025 Expo
The city announced plans last year to expand no-smoking areas to cover the entire city by 2025 while increasing the number of authorized smoking sections. ( read original story ...)
More non-gaming assets would up Osaka IR rev: consultancy
The firm released on Tuesday a report stating that if the Osaka integrated resort (IR) followed the ‘Singapore IR model’, adding commercial, theme park and marine leisure facilities to its ... ( read original story ...)