Tokyo stock investors are sticking to an optimistic view that the Bank of Japan will maintain easy money, even if it ends negative interest rates. The Nikkei Stock Average rose 2.7% Monday to close at ...
Japan shares higher at close of trade; Nikkei 225 up 2.53%
Japan equities were higher at the close on Monday, as gains in the Chemical, Petroleum&Plastic, Power and Mining sectors propelled shares higher.At the close in Tokyo, the Nikkei 225 added 2.53%.The ...
1,006 security cameras installed in Japan quake-hit region to stop crimes during evacuation
The installation of 1,006 security cameras in areas struck by the Jan. 1 Noto Peninsula earthquake was completed by March 12, the National Pu ... ( read original story ...)
This Japanese City Is the Birthplace of Miso Ramen — and Its Best Spot Is in a Tiny Lantern-lit Alley
Spread the loveIn the heart of Japan, a city claims the prestigious title as the birthplace of one of the country’s most beloved dishes: miso ramen. This city is none other than the vibrant Sapporo, ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama to invest $380 million towards new passenger car tyre plant in Mexico
The Yokohama Rubber Co, has announced that it will build a passenger car tyre plant in Mexico to strengthen its capacity to supply tires to the North American market. The new plant will have an annual ... ( read original story ...)
University in Osaka plans to start school year in the autumn
OSAKA—Osaka Metropolitan University in the 2027 academic year will start graduate school programs and some undergraduate courses in autumn to attract more foreign students and to promote studies ... ( read original story ...)
Thais in Osaka advised to wear masks during measles scare
Thais visiting or living in Osaka are advised to wear masks when outside or on public transport following the detection of cases of measles in the Japanese city, the Thai consulate in Osaka said on ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks end higher with Nikkei jumping over 2 pct
TOKYO, March 18 (Xinhua) -- Tokyo stocks closed sharply higher Monday, with the benchmark Nikkei jumping over 2 percent as exporters were boosted by the yen's weakness and investors hunted bargains ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo court says nurse’s death not work-related, but recognizes doctor’s harassment, abuse
The Tokyo District Court on March 14 dismissed a lawsuit filed by the parents of a nurse who died in 2013 after her death was not recognized ... ( read original story ...)
The BOJ won’t sway Japan’s trillions of investment abroad
Rising wages and other business activity suggest stagnation is over, meaning little need for the BOJ to continue to keep short-term rates negative. Anticipation of better growth has drawn foreign ... ( read original story ...)
More ‘against’ restarting nuclear plants than ‘for’ after Japan Noto quake: Mainichi poll
Forty-five percent of people opposed restarting nuclear power plants in Japan, exceeding the 36% who support the move, as they likely realized the risk again in the wake of the Jan. 1 Noto Peninsular ... ( read original story ...)
Bank of Japan Mulls First Rate Hike in 17 Years, What’s Ahead for Bitcoin and Crypto?
Bitcoin (BTC) price experiences some volatility ahead of central bank policy meetings this week. Buy the dip sentiment on the rise.
Naomi Osaka set for BJK Cup return but Elena Rybakina’s absence spoils party
Naomi Osaka, 26, will be returning to the Japanese Billie Jean King Cup team next month for the first time since 2020, the team announced. Between April 12-13, Japan will travel to Kazakhstan for ... ( read original story ...)
These 6 artists from L.A. to Osaka made poster art of Shohei Ohtani for us
For the Los Angeles Times’ special section on “The Journey of Shohei Ohtani,” we commissioned five artists to create portraits of the baseball megastar. All of the stories in the section can be found ... ( read original story ...)
Axe Management Partners Completes Purchase of Three Osaka Hotels from CapitaLand Ascott Trust
They are centrally located in the prime district of Honmachi Osaka with close proximity to Osaka Metro stations, and within walking distance to commercial districts and the renowned Shinsaibashi ... ( read original story ...)
Analysis-The BOJ won’t sway Japan’s trillions of investment abroad
Even as the Bank of Japan prepares for a pivotal change in monetary policy, analysts say much more will need to be done to materially shift the roughly $3 trillion of yen Japanese investors have ... ( read original story ...)