Takaichi this month became the first sitting Japanese leader in decades to publicly link a Taiwan Strait crisis with the possible deployment of Japanese troops, prompting Beijing to unleash a flurry ...
U.S. Issues Warning for This Popular Region in Japan—What to Know
Travelers to Hokkaido and Sapporo are urged to stay alert and avoid bear-prone areas as sightings reach alarming levels. ( read original story ...)
Yokohama Sets New Nine-Month Sales Record in Q3
Yokohama 2025 financial results show record nine-month revenue and profit, driven by global tire demand and OTR growth. ( read original story ...)
Tensions flare between Japan and China over PM Takaichi’s Taiwan remarks
Less than a month into her term, Japan's conservative leader has stirred tensions with China by suggesting a Chinese move against Taiwan could prompt a Japanese military response. ( read original story ...)
Evolene, Flimty, Frank & Co., Indomaret, Kopi Kenangan, and Scarlett are among the Honoured Winners of the 2025-2026 World Branding Awards in Osaka
The 20th World Branding Awards celebrated the success and achievements of leading brands across National, Regional, and Global categories. In the 2025–2026 edition, over 1,092 brands from 66 countries ... ( read original story ...)
Amarula, First National Bank, and Simba Chips are among the Honoured Winners of the 2025-2026 World Branding Awards in Osaka
The 20th World Branding Awards celebrated the success and achievements of leading brands across National, Regional, and Global categories. In the 2025–2026 edition, over 1,092 brands from 66 countries ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Mulls Crypto Reforms, Allowing Bank Distribution And Cutting Tax Rates: Report
Japan is reportedly contemplating new regulations for cryptocurrencies, wherein the proposed rules include the classification of cryptocurrencies as financial products and new taxation norms.
Takaichi’s Taiwan remark highlights issue of Japan’s collective defense
TOKYO -- China tensions triggered by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's recent comment on a potential crisis in Taiwan remain high, but two related issues -- Japan acting alongside U.S. forces ...
Japan PM Takaichi to meet BOJ Governor Ueda on Tuesday, PM office says
TOKYO (Reuters) -Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will meet Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda on Tuesday at 3:30 p.m. (0630 GMT), the Prime Minister's Office said in a bulletin on Monday. It ...
Yokohama City: Nissan agrees to Nissan Stadium naming rights contract
Nissan told NHK that the long-term agreement will enable the Nissan Stadium name to continue. The firm said it will continue to back the Yokohama F. Marinos soccer club as its top shareholder. Nissan ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama Cup a great success
The Ka rasumori Stars were the winners of the U7/U8 age group, Barça Academy Yokohama Araujo took the U9/U10 age group and FC Odawara were the victors in the U11/U12 group. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo to Improve Content Creators’ Work Conditions Under ‘Cool Japan’ Strategy
Japan’s minister in charge of promoting its cultural exports pledged to improve working conditions for content creators as part of a renewed government push to expand the global reach of the ... ( read original story ...)
Airland, Chow Tai Fook, Lee Kum Kee, and Tsui Wah are among the Honoured Winners of the 2025-2026 World Branding Awards in Osaka
The 20th World Branding Awards celebrated the success and achievements of leading brands across National, Regional, and Global categories. In the 2025–2026 edition, over 1,092 brands from 66 countries ... ( read original story ...)
Bank of Taiwan, Chunghwa Telecom, and Fullon Hotels Are Among the Honoured Winners of the 2025-2026 World Branding Awards in Osaka
The 20th World Branding Awards celebrated the success and achievements of leading brands across National, Regional, and Global categories. In the 2025–2026 edition, over 1,092 brands from 66 countries ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s economy shrinks as Trump’s tariffs hit exports hard
Japan's economy shrank by an annualised rate of 1.8% in Q3 2025, largely due to a significant drop in exports influenced by President Trump's tariffs. ( read original story ...)
Carlsberg may sell some Asia operations, Sapporo in talks
Sapporo Breweries Ltd, a subsidiary of Sapporo Holdings, announced in 2023 a business partnership with Carlsberg for the production and sale of Sapporo beer in Hong Kong, Singapore and Malaysia. ( read original story ...)