Hotei, a Japanese god who carries a large sack, has come to be identified with Santa Claus – except that he brings the goodies on New Year’s Day instead of Christmas. ( read original story ...)
Stock market today: Wall Street quiet after hitting another record, bitcoin surges above $100,000
Bitcoin has surpassed $100,000 while Asian shares are mostly higher, taking their cues from another Wall Street record rally.
Firms’ internationalization goes via Expo 2025 Osaka
Promoting the growth, internationalization and innovation of Italian companies with the help of the support of accountants specialized in foreign markets - this is the aim of an agreement signed by Cndcec - the National Council of Accountants and Account Experts - and the General Commission for Italy at Expo 2025 Osaka. ( read original ...
5 Reasons Why Web3 Gaming could catapult Crypto Adoption in 2025
So, will Web3 Gaming act as a prime gateway for crypto adoption in 2025? Yes, gaming is all about fun but it is also accessibility, ownership, and empowerment. By 2025, games like those described here should onboard a whole new wave of players into the crypto ecosystem.
President-Elect Donald Trump Is Poised to Make This Holiday Season Extra Special for Bitcoin, XRP, and the Rest of the Crypto-verse
While Bitcoin ( BTC 5.87%), the world's largest cryptocurrency, has performed well all year, the rest of the crypto-verse has President-elect Donald Trump to thank. Crypto prices started moving significantly higher in the weeks leading up to the election,
SH Hotels & Resorts unveils plans for 1 Hotel Tokyo in Japan
The hotel, which will be situated in the Akasaka district, will integrate retail, offices and 211 guest rooms.
Nissan boss Uchida races to save the automaker – and his job
Nissan Motor managers dialed in for a regular online meeting with boss Makoto Uchida only to hear a grim message: business was worse than expected and the Japanese car maker had to cut jobs and ...
South Korean All-Star 2B Hyeseong Kim posted to MLB and available as free agent
Kim, who turns 26 on Jan. 27, has played eight seasons in South Korea, the last six with the Seoul-based Kiwoom Heroes. ( read original story ...)
Japan eyes higher taxes on well-paid pensioners to address disparity
TOKYO (Kyodo) -- The Japanese government and ruling coalition are considering imposing heavier taxes on working pensioners with high salaries, as part of tax reforms aimed at reducing disparities with working generations, a source close to the matter said ... ( read original story ...)
Japan business leader ‘concerned’ by turmoil in South Korea
A Japanese business leader says he's hoping for a swift return to political stability in South Korea following the turmoil of this week's martial law crisis. ( read original story ...)
Yokohama, Pirelli execs join BTMA Board
At a meeting on 15 October, the Board British Tyre Manufacturers’ Association (BTMA) welcomed its first ever female member. Marisa Hever-Smith, Managing Director at Yokohama HPT, joins the Board as ... ( read original story ...)
2 Osaka Pref. officers suspended for separate alleged acts of violence toward cohorts
A police sergeant who injured a fellow officer with an aggressive judo chokehold and a chief inspector who punched another officer that gave ･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
A Jeweler in Tokyo Reshapes Clients’ Keepsakes
The word means “custom made” in Japanese. By Vivian Morelli Reporting from Tokyo When the department stores that sold her Plant/Plant jewelry line stopped ordering at the height of the pandemic, Sae Asaoka realized she was in danger of going out of ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Tourism Ambassadors
Tokyo is a bustling city, where tradition meets modernity. The Japanese capital has so much to offer visitors that we partnered with some of its most dedicated Ambassadors to help you discover their favourite spots and experiences. Watch our adventures with them in the episodes below. ( read original story ...)
2025 Crypto Golden Age: AI & Blockchain Unleashing Innovation
The Great Transformation The brutal crypto winter of 2022-2023 has given way to an extraordinary renaissance in digital assets.
Japan’s Nikkei climbs for fourth straight day on Wall Street boost
Japan's Nikkei share average rose for a fourth straight day, closing up 0.3% at 39,395.60, boosted by Wall Street's record high. Tech shares led the gains, mirroring U.S. peers. However, profit-taking ...