Japan’s economy is likely to have contracted in the first three months of 2024 due in part to disruptions at car makers, clouding the growth outlook as the central bank attempts to set the right pace ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s military struggles to recruit women following series of sexual harassment cases
Japan's military is struggling to recruit women, which is partly due to a decline in applications following instances of sexual harassment within the ranks. ( read original story ...)
‘Absolutely crazy’ GameStop rally can spill into crypto prices, per analyst
A GameStop stock rally is raising optimism for a repeat of 2021, when the prices of many digital assets rose along with the meme stock.
Japan’s MUFG sets $10bn profit target in fresh 3-year plan
MUFG is expected to report a group net profit exceeding 1.3 trillion yen for the recently ended year. Under the new plan, the bank aims to increase net profit by another 30% from its average over the ...
Japan has much to teach Britain – its lessons could make this island a happier place
I would encourage anyone who can afford it to visit Japan as soon as possible. The pound is at a roughly fifteen year high against the yen, and the country is an absolute bargain for many foreign ... ( read original story ...)
Mark Cuban Says SEC Could Have Prevented FTX if It Had Followed in Japan’s Regulatory Footsteps for Crypto
Celebrity billionaire Mark Cuban thinks the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) could've prevented the FTX-related crypto collapse in late 2022.
Crypto analysts debate bitcoin’s ongoing dominance as calls for innovation abound
Experts on the crypto market recently debated the future of bitcoin amid calls for additional utility to be added to its blockchain.
Next Japan Intervention Likely to Use Treasury Sales, Bank of America Says
Any future foreign-exchange intervention by Japan to support the yen would likely involve tapping its holdings of US Treasuries, according to Bank of America Corp.Most Read from BloombergTrump Vows ...
How Much a Trip to Tokyo Will Cost on a Budget or in Style
As one of the world’s most vibrant and important cities, Tokyo, Japan offers many different reasons to visit. Between mesmerizing sights, an incredibly vibrant culture, and delicious food, seeing ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama Rubber reports another Q1 sales record
Yokohama Rubber Co. broke its first-quarter sales record for the second straight year thanks in large part to Yokohama TWS, its off-highway segment created after acquiring Trelleborg Wheel Systems in ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama expanding motorsports tire production in Japan
HIRATSUKA, Japan — Yokohama Rubber Co. (YRC) said it is investing $24 million to expand production of motorsports tires in Japan. The company said it will build a new line that will produce 18-inch ... ( read original story ...)
Glenmorangie ‘A Tale Of Tokyo’ And The Boundaries Of Whisky Innovation
"A Tale of Tokyo" is the latest annual limited edition whisky from Glenmorangie. How do distilleries remain innovative while staying within production regulations? ( read original story ...)
Japan plans to commercially hunt vulnerable fin whales, enraging conservationists
Japan has announced plans to add fin whales — the second-largest animal on Earth — to its list of commercial whaling species, which currently includes Bryde's, sei and minke whales. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Xanadu eX+ for Switch delayed to July 25 in the west
The Switch version of Tokyo Xanadu eX+ will launch on July 25, a delay from its previously planned June release window, publisher Aksys Games announced. ( read original story ...)
Top recommendations to enjoy Tokyo’s anime adventure
Ikebukuro stands out with its unique appeal to female anime and manga enthusiasts. Stroll along Otome Road, a hub for shops that cater specifically t ( read original story ...)
Foxconn-Backed Sharp to End TV Display Production, Cut Staff
Foxconn-backed Sharp Corp. is exiting TV panel production and plans to seek volunteers for early retirement, abandoning a business in which it lost out to Chinese rivals. ( read original story ...)