A recent Japan Airlines flight from Honolulu, Hawaii, to Chubu, Nagoya in central Japan, was reportedly delayed due to a pilot’s alcohol consumption. Additionally, two other flights from Honolulu ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Sees Record $822 Billion Budget Request on Defense, Debt
Japanese ministries and agencies made a record request for ¥122.4 trillion ($822 billion) in spending in the budget for next fiscal year as debt-servicing costs rise while the nation also eyes more ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s top tariff negotiator arranging to visit Washington for more talks
Japan's lead tariff negotiator Akazawa Ryosei is making arrangements to leave for Washington on Thursday for talks with senior officials of the administration of US President Donald Trump. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s budget demands set record as political uncertainty increases
Japan's budget requests for the next fiscal year set a record for the third consecutive year, the finance ministry said on Wednesday, amid growing market concern that political wrangling within the ... ( read original story ...)
Here’s the first official 2025 forecast for autumn leaves in Japan
On September 2, the Japan Meteorological Corporation released the first 2025 edition of its official autumn leaves forecast, which predicts the autumn foliage around Japan spanning from Hokkaido to ... ( read original story ...)
Speechless in Seconds: How Reporters Reacted to Japan’s 310-mph Maglev Breakthrough
Japan's maglev train hit a record 310 mph, stunning reporters and highlighting a speed leap far beyond current UK and global high-speed rail systems. ( read original story ...)
Yokohama temple to hold 1st service for Korean man killed by mob in Japan after 1923 quake
Japan marked 102 years since the 1923 Great Kanto Earthquake on Sept. 1. In the turmoil after the quake, many Korean residents in Japan we ... ( read original story ...)
5 of the best new hotels in Osaka that opened in 2025
From a forest ryokan to affordable downtown stays and sky-high luxury suites, these are Osaka’s most exciting new hotels this year ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s budget demands hit record $831 billion as political uncertainty increases
Japan's budget requests for the next fiscal year set a record for the third consecutive year, the finance ministry said on Wednesday, amid growing market concern that political wrangling within the ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s ex-Suntory chief says CBD was for jet lag
The CEO of Japanese spirits giant Suntory who resigned over a drugs probe said Wednesday he was innocent, and that he was recommended cannabidiol to cope with his hard travel schedule. ( read original story ...)
Japan business leader in ‘supplement’ probe says he’s innocent
A Japanese business leader under investigation for allegedly purchasing an illegal supplement says he believes he is innocent. ( read original story ...)
Last man standing is bullish on Japanese stocks
An American financial industry veteran who has seen it all in Japan, from the booms to the busts and everything in between, is bullish these days. “Inflation is real here," said Dan Kerrigan, CEO of ... ( read original story ...)
Asian markets open: Nikkei falls 0.41%, Sensex braces for a weak start
A profound and dramatic divergence is splitting the global financial world on Wednesday, as Asian markets defiantly break ranks with a wounded Wall Street. Instead of following America’s lead, the ...
Japan’s Megabanks Expected To Accelerate Foreign Bond Investments
Three Japanese megabanks are likely to increase their foreign bond purchases and scale back on local government bonds. Read more here.
Yes Bank Gets Foreign Boost From Japan’s SMBC, But SEBI Analyst Warns Financials Remain Fragile
The analyst said the investment will strengthen Yes Bank’s balance sheet and improve access to cheaper funding, but caution is advised.
Colombia Connects with Asia at the “Colombia, the Country of Beauty” Business Matchmaking Forum in Osaka 2025
The event brings together more than 200 participants, including exporters, buyers, and investors, positioning Asia as a key destination for Colombia's non-mining exports and as a source of foreign ...