TOKYO -- The approval rating for Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's cabinet fell to a record low 26% amid a growing fundraising scandal that has led to the sacking of four ministers, the latest ...
China sweeps singles semifinal berths at 2023 Women’s WTT Nagoya
NAGOYA, Japan, Dec. 16 (Xinhua) -- The 2023 Women's World Table Tennis (WTT) Finals saw continued dominance from China, with four Chinese players sweeping singles semifinal berths and two pairs ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka Thanks Fans For Their ‘Patience’ Ahead Of Tennis Return
The four-time Grand Slam singles champion, who welcomed a baby girl in July, hasn't competed in a tournament since September 2022. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo, Msgr. Lembo’s ordination: ‘A sign of hope in the metropolis’
Archbishop Kikuchi today conferred episcopal ministry on the Italian PIME missionary called by Pope Francis to join him as auxiliary bishop. ( read original story ...)
Indonesia and Japan agree on removing more trade barriers
Indonesia and Japan have agreed on the removal of more trade barriers, Indonesia's foreign minister said on Saturday, after the two countries concluded negotiations on protocols to improve their ... ( read original story ...)
Japan companies should make quick decisions amid Chinese rise: Thai PM
Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said Saturday that Japanese companies in Thailand should make quick decisions in their business ... ( read original story ...)
Thailand to lure Japanese business travellers with visa-free entry starting on January 2024
Thailand granted visa exemption for Japanese entering the kingdom for short-term business trips, in a bid to encourage economic cooperation between the two countries. ( read original story ...)
Why You MUST Visit Sapporo in the Winter: Snow Festival and Beyond
Experience the Sapporo Snow Festival, explore Biei's winter wonderland, and hit the slopes at natural ski resorts in Sapporo. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo prosecutors begin questioning LDP lawmakers in political fund scandal
NHK has learned that Tokyo prosecutors have begun questioning lawmakers of the main ruling Liberal Democratic Party in connection with a political funds scandal. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka graces InStyle cover, reveals details of complicated pregnancy, labor and delivery
The former world No. 1 tested positive for Group B streptococcus while pregnant, and later, had a more than 12-hour labor. ( read original story ...)
Japan and Malaysia sign $2.8 million maritime security assistance deal
Japan and Malaysia signed a security assistance deal on Saturday including a grant of 400 million yen ($2.8 million) to boost Malaysia's maritime security, as Asian nations seek to counter an ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Metropolitan Government completes construction of underground water reservoir
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government focuses on creating a city that is safe and secure. In particular, to shield locals from the disastrous water and flood Tokyo Met. created a water reservoir pond and ... ( read original story ...)
Japan and Malaysia sign $2.8 mln maritime security assistance deal
Japan and Malaysia signed a security assistance deal on Saturday including a grant of 400 million yen ($2.8 million) to boost Malaysia's maritime security, as Asian nations seek to counter an ... ( read original story ...)
Japan, ASEAN to boost security ties with eye on China
Southeast Asian and Japanese leaders will agree to boost "maritime security cooperation", according to a draft statement seen by AFP from a summit that kicked off Saturday against the backdrop of ... ( read original story ...)
Japan roller coaster breaks down, leaving riders stranded 130 ft up
Thrill-seeking riders were left stuck over a hundred feet in the air after a roller coaster came to an emergency stop at Universal Studios Japan in Osaka. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Gas unit to buy US natgas producer Rockcliff Energy for $2.7 billion
A unit of Tokyo Gas has decided to buy Texas-based natural gas producer Rockcliff Energy from private equity firm Quantum Energy Partners for $2.7 billion to expand its overseas business, it said on ... ( read original story ...)