The sun had barely risen over the metropolis of Osaka, a vibrant city known for its modern architecture, nightlife and hearty street food. But as the bustle of the morning commute started, something ... ( read original story ...)
A Meal Across Generations: Tokyo’s Initiative Combats Loneliness and Fosters Community
Amid the bustling city life of Tokyo, a unique program has been breathing new life into nursing homes, bringing together the old and the young in an extraordinary symbiotic relationship. Sompo Care, a ... ( read original story ...)
Toyota teases electric sports car and SUV concepts ahead of Tokyo motor show
The world's largest car maker has teased its vision of an electric Gazoo Racing sports car, and a new electric SUV, for the Tokyo motor show. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Stock Market Shivers: Nikkei Average Drops Amid Global Economic Concerns
Like the hum of the city beneath the rising sun, the Tokyo Stock Market buzzed with activity. Yet, as the day wore on, the energy waned, replaced by a growing unease. The Nikkei average, the heartbeat ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s Toyoko Kids: A Crisis Lurking in Kabukicho’s Neon Lights
The twilight creeps over Tokyo’s bustling Kabukicho district as the neon lights begin to twinkle, casting a vibrant glow on the throng of junior high and high school students congregating in its many ... ( read original story ...)
Weighty issue: Japan Airlines lays on extra plane after sumo wrestlers make aircraft too heavy to fly
Concerns over fuel capacity with 27 120kg wrestlers onboard led to national carrier taking the ‘unusual step’ of transferring sumo rikishi to another flight ... ( read original story ...)
Japan PM’s Support at Lowest Yet Ahead of Special Elections
Support for Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is at its lowest since he took office, according to a series of polls a week ahead of two special elections that are likely to sway his decision on ... ( read original story ...)
Asia emerges as a promising haven amid the crypto winter
The crypto conference held in Singapore in September attracted an unprecedented crowd of 20,000 attendees, filling the island state with an even greater number of blockchain enthusiasts who hopped in ...
Asian stocks weak as Middle East tensions persist, Nikkei tumbles
Investing.com-- Most Asian stocks retreated on Monday as concerns over the Israel-Hamas war kept risk sentiment weak, with Japan’s Nikkei index leading losses amid jitters before key inflation data ...
Japanese shares trade sharply lower as Middle East tension rises
Japanese shares traded sharply lower on Monday, dragged by chip-related shares, with risk appetite being hurt as tensions in the Middle East escalated.
A Shift in Power: Tokyo Metropolitan Assembly Election Results
In the bustling city of Tokyo, where towering skyscrapers meet ancient temples, an election for the Tokyo Metropolitan Assembly recently took centre stage. The election saw a riveting contest unfold, ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks drop sharply in morning amid Mideast conflict
TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Tokyo stocks fell sharply in the morning, reflecting investor moves to avert risks amid growing uncertainty about the global economy after the Israel-Hamas conflict intensified over ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Stock Market Retreats Amid Middle East Tensions
The morning of October 16th in Tokyo was not marked by the usual hustle and bustle of traders, brokers, and analysts. The usual frenetic energy gave way to a subdued atmosphere, more akin to a storm ... ( read original story ...)
Asia markets poised for weaker open as investors look ahead to China GDP, Japan inflation data
China will release its third-quarter gross domestic product, while Japan's inflation data and South Korea's rate decision are also expected this week.
Japan households’ inflation expectations rise slightly, Bank of Japan poll shows
Japanese households' inflation expectations rose slightly in the three months to September, a central bank quarterly survey showed on Friday.
Yokohama FM’s Missed Opportunities: A Semifinal Defeat in YBC Levan Cup
The floodlights at the stadium flickered to life, casting long shadows on the pristine green turf. The stage was set for an epic clash between two titans of Japanese football – Yokohama F・Marinos and ... ( read original story ...)