There are over 900 Costco locations worldwide. On a recent trip to Japan, longevity expert and nutritionist Michiko Tomioka visited a warehouse in Kyoto. From a variety of seaweed and tofu to ready-to ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s ‘slow’ approval culture stifles crypto adoption: Expert
WeFi CEO says Japan’s crypto adoption is held back by slow approvals, not high taxes, warning that startups will keep leaving without major regulatory reform.
The Hottest Business Strategy This Summer Is Buying Crypto
Small companies are raising billions of dollars to buy bitcoin and other, more obscure cryptocurrencies. What could possibly go wrong?
Trump’s “largest deal ever” faces Japan Diet in crisis
When President Donald Trump revealed that his administration had struck a "massive" trade and investment deal with Japan, he described it as "completed"—but it must still pass the Japanese parliament, ... ( read original story ...)
Sumo: Kotoshoho nears title as Kusano downs Aonishiki to stay in race
No. 15 maegashira Kotoshoho took the outright lead and moved within a victory of his first Emperor's Cup on Saturday though Kusano's ... ( read original story ...)
Why a ‘mini Trump’ is breaking through in Japan
The right-wing populist party Sanseito made big strides in parliamentary elections in Japan, capitalizing on concerns about the economy, immigration and overtourism. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s anti-foreigner politics on the rise as right-wing party wins votes online
"They are the party of YouTube," said Jeffrey Hall, a lecturer at Kanda University of International Studies who has authored a book on right-wing politics in Japan. ( read original story ...)
Swiggy Reshuffles Board Post IPO as SoftBank, Accel Nominees Exit
Swiggy has onboarded Noon CEO Faraz Khalid as an independent director while long-time investors SoftBank and Accel step back from board roles. This marks a key shift for Swiggy toward a more ...
Swiggy recasts board following IPO; SoftBank, Accel nominees exit
SoftBank’s Sumer Juneja and Accel partner Anand Daniel have resigned from the board, according to regulatory filings. SoftBank and Accel are among Swiggy’s early and significant backers.
💪Óskarsson bags a brace as Real Sociedad bid farewell to Asia with a win
Today, Real Sociedad bid farewell to their Asian tour with a victory over Yokohama.✅ Victoria para terminar la gira. 𝗔𝗨𝗣𝗔 𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗟!!!#RSJapanTour pic.twitter.com/CwU9qZo4Em— ... ( read original story ...)
South Korea’s Nongshim brings Seoul to Tokyo’s Harajuku district
Nongshim, the South Korean food company known for its Shin Ramyun instant noodle brand, opened a Shin Ramyun Bunsik pop-up shop in June that will last for a year. "Bunsik" is Korean for "food made ... ( read original story ...)
Signs of Strength in Tokyo Property Market – WSJ
TOKYO-One of central Tokyo's largest new developments has almost fully filled its office space before opening its doors next week, underscoring strength in the city's property market. Mori ... ( read original story ...)
Why are some in Japan calling to dismantle Finance Ministry?
The Mainichi Shimbun answers some common questions readers may have about why some people in Japan have called for dismantling the Ministry of Finance･･･ ...
Raducanu beats Osaka but Venus Williams loses in DC
Britain's Emma Raducana is through to the quarter-finals of the Washington Open after beating Naomi Osaka in straight sets but Cameron Norrie, Dan Evans and Venus Williams lose. ( read original story ...)
Maria Sakkari ‘massively respects’ Naomi Osaka: Not many Slam champs would do that
Maria Sakkari is applauding Naomi Osaka's decision to play a WTA 125 (Challenger) tournament and reveals she privately approached the four-time Grand Slam champion to tell her how much she respected her move. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo sushi worker killed at restaurant, allegedly by colleague
A 32-year-old man was fatally stabbed Friday, allegedly by his colleague, at a sushi restaurant in Tokyo's busy Ikebukuro area where ... ( read original story ...)