Budget carrier Cebu Pacific announced a seat sale for the newly-opened direct route to Sapporo, Japan (New Chitose). Cebu Pacific said travelers may book ... ( read original story ...)
American man arrested for defacing Tokyo’s Meiji Jingu shrine
TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Police said Wednesday they have arrested a 65-year-old American male for allegedly defacing Meiji Jingu shrine in Tokyo earlier this week by using his fingernails to scratch letters ... ( read original story ...)
Crypto Industry Lobbies Trump and His Allies to Capitalize on Election Wins
A presidential committee stacked with industry loyalists. And legislation to let crypto companies operate freely in the United States. After years in the political wilderness, crypto executives are scrambling to execute a policy wish list that could ...
Japan’s nuclear watchdog disqualifies a reactor for the first time since Fukushima disaster
Japan’s nuclear watchdog on Wednesday formally disqualified a reactor in the country’s north-central region for a restart, the first rejection under safety standards that were reinforced after the 201 ... ( read original story ...)
Japan considering restarting electricity, gas price subsidies from January, NHK reports
Japan's government is considering restarting subsidies for electricity and gas prices from January next year, and continuing them until March in response to high fuel costs, public broadcaster NHK ... ( read original story ...)
As pain from weak yen deepens, Japan’s ex-currency chief Kanda warns of action
Japan will act appropriately against excess movements on the foreign exchange market, former currency chief Masato Kanda told Reuters, issuing a warning as the country continues to feel pain from a ... ( read original story ...)
CVC-Backed FineToday to List on Tokyo’s Prime Market in December
Japanese personal-care business FineToday Holdings Co. will debut on the Tokyo Stock Exchange’s Prime Market in December, with an estimated market value of ¥219.4 billion ($1.4 billion) based on the ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese Firm Reports 155% Bitcoin Yield in Q3 2024
Tokyo-based Metaplanet has doubled its Bitcoin holdings to 1,018 BTC valued at $28 million, achieving a 155% BTC yield in Q3 2024 despite posting a net loss of $2.1 million.
Japan stocks lower at close of trade; Nikkei 225 down 1.55%
Investing.com – Japan stocks were lower after the close on Wednesday, as losses in the Transportation Equipment, Shipbuilding and Trading sectors led shares lower. At the close in Tokyo, the Nikkei ...
Tokyo Electron Reports Strong Half-Year Financial Results
Tokyo Electron ( (TOELF) ) has released its Q2 earnings. Here is a breakdown of the information Tokyo Electron presented to its investors.
Osaka to introduce city-wide street smoking ban in January 2025 ahead of World Expo
OSAKA -- The city of Osaka will introduce a city-wide street smoking ban on Jan. 27, 2025, ahead of the World Expo scheduled to kick off that April, Mayor Hideyuki Yokoyama announced during the ... ( read original story ...)
Ishimaru to form regional party ahead of Tokyo assembly poll
Shinji Ishimaru, the surprise runner-up in the Tokyo gubernatorial election, announced on Nov. 12 that he plans to keep the momentum going by forming a regional political party. ( read original story ...)
Japan is ramping up efforts to revive its once dominant chip industry
In addition to trying to establish a dominant chip producer in Japan, subsidies have also been aimed at attracting the global leaders that once took its chip business. With aid from the Japanese ... ( read original story ...)
Crypto Venture Funding Dipped in Quarter Before Trump’s Victory
Venture capital investment in the cryptocurrency sector fell significantly in the third quarter before President-elect Donald Trump’s electoral surge revived industry sentiment.
Crypto scam launderer pleads guilty to role in $73M scheme
A Chinese dual citizen has pleaded guilty for his role in helping launder $73 million that was stolen through various crypto scams. Li admitted he instructed others to open United States-based bank accounts under shell companies to “conceal or disguise ...
Cebu Pacific offers P1,488 flights to Sapporo, Japan until Nov. 19
The sweltering heat can make even the most temperate climates feel unbearable. If you're longing for a winter retreat, consider Sapporo, Japan. Renowned for its breathtaking winter landscapes and ... ( read original story ...)