Shigeru Ishiba’s unexpected ascendance shakes up the Tokyo political scene — and relationship with Washington. ( read original story ...)
The One-Of-A-Kind Immersive, Digital Art Museum In Tokyo That’s Best Entered Barefoot
Go barefoot to one of the hottest art museums in the world, located just along Tokyo Bay. Marvel at the immersive installations and digital experiences. ( read original story ...)
PC Gamer at Tokyo Game Show 2024 Day 4 report: Capcom, Konami, and SNK’s booths in focus
Enter Capcom's big push at Tokyo Game Show 2024, Monster Hunter Wilds, which builds on the success of Worlds with a variety of improvements. This open-world game is produced by the son of the founder ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s unexpected choice of prime minister
In electing a new prime minister, Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic party could have opted for generational change in the form of 43-year-old Shinjiro Koizumi. It could have chosen a return to the nationalistic conservatism of former leader Shinzo Abe — and with it a first female prime minister — in the shape of Sanae Takaichi. ( ...
Dutch regulator warns of crypto pump-and-dump risks ahead of MiCAR
The Dutch AFM highlights the risks of cryptocurrency pump-and-dump schemes ahead of the December implementation of MiCAR, which aims to prohibit market manipulation in the EU.
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Crypto staking has gained momentum as one of the most widely popular ways to create passive income by being an active contributor in blockchain networks. This crypto adoption brings more opportunities for users in several ways,
New Japanese PM’s progressive historical views raise hope for Seoul-Tokyo relations
Newly elected Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's progressive views on historical issues have raised hopes for continued momentum in improving Korea-Japan relations, experts said Sunday. ( read original story ...)
Who is Shigeru Ishiba, the outsider set to lead Japan?
The 67-year-old's successful leadership bid after four failed attempts puts the self-professed lone wolf at the helm of a Liberal Democratic Party that has ruled Japan for most of the past seven decad ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Ishiba to name ex-Defence Minister Iwaya foreign minister, Asahi says
Japan's incoming prime minister, Shigeru Ishiba, will likely name former Defence Minister Takeshi Iwaya as foreign minister when he forms his government this week, the Asahi newspaper reported on Sunday. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo gov’t launches AI dating app to match couples, boost births
The Tokyo government has launched a new dating app for smartphones that uses artificial intelligence to match people who are serious ... ( read original story ...)
World’s first ‘zombie bullet train’ set to haunt passengers on trip from Tokyo to Osaka
TOKYO -- A "Zombie Shinkansen," which will turn a carriage on a Tokaido Nozomi bullet train into a haunted house, will depart from Tokyo Station in October. Zombies will suddenly appear inside the ... ( read original story ...)
Volynets vs. Osaka Live Stream & TV Channel, September 29
Preview the Katie Volynets vs. Naomi Osaka match with China Open TV channel, live stream, match info, and H2H stats ... ( read original story ...)
Retro Japan: Striking red dome the cherry on top of century-old ex-kindergarten
The striking red domed roof of a former kindergarten here completed in 1922 marks the building out as a rare design for a child e ... ( read original story ...)
China, Japan, Brazil: What investors need to know
This week, China took some big steps to try to juice its economy. Federated Hermes Head of International Equity Group Martin Schulz warns investors to be careful given there have been several "false ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s incoming PM Ishiba calls for loose monetary policy
Japan's incoming prime minister Shigeru Ishiba said on Sunday the country's monetary policy must remain accommodative as a trend.
Japan’s ruling LDP selects Shigeru Ishiba as party leader and prime minister
Former Japanese Defense Minister Shigeru Ishiba was elected by the ruling Liberal Democratic Party Friday as its leader and, de facto, the next prime minister. ( read original story ...)