This landmark event – held every 5 years in different locations worldwide – showcases incredible achievements across various industries. ( read original story ...)
Why Japan May Help the U.S. Develop Trump’s Golden Dome
The Asian ally is reportedly considering lending its technological capabilities to the missile-defense project in hopes of negotiating a better trade deal. ( read original story ...)
South Korea’s new President Lee vows to pursue talks with North and bolster ties with US and Japan
South Korea’s new President Lee Jae-myung says he’ll pursue dialogue with North Korea while bolstering a trilateral partnership with the U.S. and Japan. ( read original story ...)
‘Welcome to my room!’ Ramdane Touhami opens the doors to his new concept store in Tokyo
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Japan must pursue payment innovation as society becomes cash-less, BOJ official says
Japan currently has no plan to issue a central bank digital currency (CBDC) but must continue innovating its payment and settlement system in an increasingly cash-less society, a senior central bank ... ( read original story ...)
Japan on alert as Hokkaido tremors reignite megaquake fears
While scientists stress earthquakes are impossible to predict, residents are being urged to prepare for a worst-case scenario. ( read original story ...)
Ōshima: The Flavor of Sapporo’s Famed Miso Ramen in Edogawa
The signature ramen style in Sapporo, Hokkaido, is a rich miso broth. The legendary taste of one of the northern city’s leading ramen shops has been created anew at Ōshima, in the Funabori district of ... ( read original story ...)
Kaku Masayoshi Misen: Nagoya’s Addictively Fiery Taiwan Ramen in Kanda and Shinbashi
Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, is home to an original “Taiwan-style” take on ramen that has come to several locations in Tokyo via the restaurant Misen. One of the spicier styles on our list. ( read original story ...)
Toyota chairman to tighten grip on group with Toyota Industries buyout
NAGOYA, Japan -- A bid to take Toyota Industries private backed by Toyota Motor Chairman Akio Toyoda's own money will increase the founding family scion's influence over a company that holds stakes in ... ( read original story ...)
Kan2ya: A Direct Descendant of Yokohama’s Original “Iekei” Ramen in Kamata
Yokohama’s iekei take on ramen is increasingly popular across Japan nowadays. With its robust soy/pork stock flavor and its endless options for fine-tuning your bowl to your liking, Kamata’s Kan2ya—a ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Top Banks Said to Mull Joint ATM Operation to Cut Costs
MUFG Bank Ltd., Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. and Mizuho Bank Ltd. are considering jointly operating automated teller machines to reduce costs, said people familiar with the matter. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s service sector growth slows in May, PMI shows
Growth in Japan's service-sector activity slowed in May on weaker demand, offering little to mitigate falling factory activity and resulting in a near-zero growth for business overall, a private ...
Japan’s ruling coalition partner to propose sales tax cut on food, Yomiuri reports
Japan's junior ruling coalition partner, Komeito, will propose cutting the consumption tax rate for food items to 5% from 8% in a campaign pledge for the upper house election slated in July, the Yomiuri newspaper reported on Wednesday. ( read original story ...)
Tadanobu Asano Stars in Opening Film ‘Ravens’ as Kurosawa Kiyoshi Gets Honored at Japan Cuts Film Festival (EXCLUSIVE)
Japan Society has announced the full lineup for the 18th edition of Japan Cuts: Festival of New Japanese Film at the organization’s New York headquarters. The festival, now powered by title sponsor GU, ( read original story ...)
Buffett Inspires Retail Investors to Bet on Japan Trading Houses
Japan’s retail investors have started to place their bets on trading house stocks, heavily backed by Berkshire Hathaway Inc.’s legendary investor Warren Buffett, eyeing strong business models and ... ( read original story ...)
Telix Manufacturing Solutions (TMS) Established in Yokohama, Japan
Telix Pharmaceuticals Limited (ASX: TLX, NASDAQ: TLX, "Telix", "the Company") today announces that it has established Telix Manufacturing Solutions (TMS) in Yokohama, Japan. Telix's first cyclotron ... ( read original story ...)