The Saudi Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka is celebrating the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Saudi Arabia and Japan.The two countries established diplomatic relations on June 7, 1955, ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese sake brewer Dassai homes in on US as ‘most important market’
YAMAGUCHI, Japan -- Dassai, Japan's top sake exporter, is focusing on expanding in the U.S. as its home market shrinks, with CEO Kazuhiro Sakurai highlighting an advantage in the company's local ...
Japan’s Nikkei rises on demand for futures, a weaker Yen
Japan's Nikkei climbed on Friday, buoyed by a weaker yen and futures demand ahead of special quotation price fixings, despite a projected weekly loss. Chip stocks and automakers like Honda and Nissan ...
Dubai-Osaka Economic Partnership Forum Launched
The Dubai-Osaka Economic Partnership Forum was launched yesterday in the Japanese city of Osaka, organized by the Dubai Municipality and the Dubai Chamber of Commerce & Industry , in cooperation with ... ( read original story ...)
Trump Confirms Imminent Fed Decision—Bitcoin And Crypto Brace For Huge Price Earthquake
Trump has confirmed decision on the next Federal Reserve chair will be coming out soon, priming the bitcoin price and crypto ...
Foreign driver crashes raise questions over Japan’s license policy
TOKYO -- Recent traffic accidents involving foreign drivers in Japan have drawn attention to the country's driver's license conversion system, prompting calls for reform.
Mount Fuji provides scenic backdrop for live fire exercises by Japan’s Ground Self-Defence Force
The iconic Mount Fuji provided a scenic backdrop for the annual live fire drill by Japan's Ground Self-Defense Force on Sunday. ( read original story ...)
Nagoya museum holds ceremony for retired ‘Doctor Yellow’ shinkansen train
Japanese railway fans have helped with preparations for the planned display of the iconic "Doctor Yellow" Shinkansen train at a museum in Nagoya City, central Japan. ( read original story ...)
When Shenzhen’s AI heartbeat meets Expo 2025 Osaka!
From multilingual interactions to agile navigation, Walker C unlocked a new identity as a humanoid robot host to welcome global visitors to witness the youthful dynamism of Shenzhen, China's ... ( read original story ...)
Japan introduces revised ‘crypto-friendly’ Payment Services Act – What should investors expect?
The upper house of Japan’s National Diet passed the revised Payment Services Act (PSA) on Friday, resulting in big changes ahead for enterprises dealing with crypto. The new category of “intermediary ...
Memorial held for victims of school stabbing 24 years ago
In the years since the incident, many local governments across the country have recruited former police officers to help keep students safe near school property. ( read original story ...)
KPDN Week In Osaka Expo Explores Opportunities For International Market Expansion
The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) Week at Expo 2025 Osaka in Japan focuses on opportunities to explore market expansion at the international level. In addition to strengthening ... ( read original story ...)
Top Banker Vows Loyalty to DEI at Tokyo Pride Parade as Trump’s Pushback Rages
The head of one of Japan’s largest investment banks used the Tokyo Pride parade to strike a rare public stance on pushing ahead with diversity initiatives, as US President Donald Trump seeks to ... ( read original story ...)
Cebu’s Arnis de Abanico wows crowd at Osaka World Expo 2025
The Lapu-Lapu City Arnis de Abanico showcased their precision and artistry in Arnis during their performance at the Hiraya ng Kinabukasan (Imagined Future) event, part of Hinabing Hiraya at the World ... ( read original story ...)
Middle-aged men learn to take better selfies for dating apps at Tokyo event
An event aimed at helping middle-aged men take better pictures for dating apps was held in the Japanese capital May 31. ( read original story ...)
Japan Flexes Its Military Muscle at China, and Trump
A highly visible missile base on Okinawa is part of a Japanese defense buildup made amid fears of Beijing’s growing power and questions about U.S. commitment. ( read original story ...)