Marubeni, backed by Buffett and strong fundamentals, stands out amid market uncertainty with growth, dividends, buybacks, and global resilience. See more on MARUY here. ( read original story ...)
Should you invest in crypto now?
Much has changed in the crypto landscape over the past year and a half. And with it, so may more investors’ minds about cryptocurrencies — especially bitcoin, the (very young) granddaddy of them all.
Tokyo Pride 2025 aims to promote rights of sexual minorities
An LGBTQ+ event is being held in a park in Tokyo to promote understanding of gender diversity with the goal of achieving a society free of discrimination and prejudice. ( read original story ...)
Japan-Philippines military drills to become a reality after Tokyo ratifies defence pact
Their newly ratified reciprocal access agreement paves the way for Japanese forces to train on Philippine soil for the first time since WWII. ( read original story ...)
Trade negotiator Akazawa announces progress in Japan-U.S. tariff talks
Japan's chief tariff negotiator, Ryosei Akazawa, announced progress after talks with U.S. counterparts Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick.
15 emerging LGBT+ travel hotspots, from Osaka to Medellin
LGBT+ travel hotspots, from Osaka to Medellin - While there are some staple destinations known for their LGBT+ scenes, Aidy Smith uncovers some lesser-known gems around the world where queer culture i ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka and Jessica Pegula make surprising decision ahead of Wimbledon
Naomi Osaka and Jessica Pegula, two of the most prominent names in women's tennis, have made a surprising decision on their road to Wimbledon 2025. Both players have withdrawn from ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Gambling Crackdown: From Ancient Temples to Modern Digital Networks
Horse racing also has ancient Japanese roots, with recorded history tracing back to 701 A.D. during Emperor Mommu’s reign. These early races evolved into Imperial Court-sponsored events called “Kurabe ...
Crypto Price Predictions – Which Meme Coin Will Hit $1 First?
The world of meme coins is louder, faster and riskier than ever. In 2025, the crypto market is watching closely as a new wave of meme coins scrambles for domina ...
Bucyo Coffee, NAGOYA – Famous For Ogura Red Bean Butter Toast and Coffee
Bucyo Coffee in Nagoya serves up bold breakfast sets, Ogura red bean toast and dark roast coffee in a one-of-a-kind, cartoon-filled café near the station. ( read original story ...)
Japan, US ‘yet to find common ground’ on tariffs: Tokyo’s top negotiator
Both sides will 'continue coordinating energetically to achieve an agreement that benefits both Japan and the United States,' says Economic Revitalization Minister Akazawa - Anadolu Ajansı ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s SBI Holdings invests $50 million in Circle
In a lucrative initial public offering (IPO) on the New York Stock Exchange on Thursday and Friday, Circle Internet Group stock soared, with the stablecoin issuer seeing a sizable investment from ...
CCTV+: 64 Years of China-Japan Friendship Marked by a Bottle of Moutai
A timeworn bottle of Moutai takes pride of place at Expo 2025 Osaka's China Pavilion, telling a story of international camaraderie.
Korea’s debt-fuelled property boom stirs echoes of Japan’s lost decades
South Korea’s household and corporate debt has ballooned to more than twice the size of its economy, reaching levels last seen in Japan on the eve of its 1990s asset bubble collapse, the Bank of Korea ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s ispace pins hope on 2027 after 2nd failed moon landing
TOKYO -- Japan's ispace seeks to become Asia's first private sector company to land successfully on the moon, but it is increasingly clear that support from the public sphere will be key. The ...
The US Treasury told the Bank of Japan to raise interest rates to fix the weak yen
The US Treasury Department has told the Bank of Japan to keep hiking interest rates, saying it’s the only way to stop the yen from staying weak and to fix the trade imbalance between both countries.