Japan's Nikkei share average closed 1% higher on Thursday, fueled by increasing expectations of Sanae Takaichi, LDP leader, becoming the country's next prime minister.
Yoshinaga Sayuri to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award at Tokyo Film Festival
Japanese cinema legend Yoshinaga Sayuri will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 38th Tokyo International Film Festival. ( read original story ...)
Japan PR for Indians: Everything you need to know about the application process in 2025
Permanent Residency allows individuals to reside in Japan indefinitely, eliminating the need to frequently renew visas ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nikkei rises as chances of Takaichi becoming next PM brighten
TOKYO: Japan’s Nikkei share average rose on Thursday as prospects of Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) leader Sanae Takaichi becoming the next prime minister increased, stoking bets on a revival in big ...
ESR and Colt DCS Announce Joint Venture on New Osaka Data Centre Development
ESR, an Asia-Pacific ("APAC") focused real asset owner and manager, and Colt Data Centre Services ("Colt DCS"), a global provider of hyperscale, AI, and large enterprise data centre solutions, have ...
U.S. expects Japan to stop buying Russian energy, Bessent says
Russia's Sakhalin-2 project remains vital to Japan's energy security as it accounts for about 9% of its liquefied natural gas imports. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s Oedo Line to expand northwest improving access for Nerima Ward
Three new stations in the predominantly residential ward will improve rail access in areas of the capital currently underserved by public transportation. ( read original story ...)
Japan LDP’s Takaichi explores coalition with right-leaning party in premiership bid
Japan's weakened Liberal Democratic Party is set to begin policy talks on Thursday with the Japan Innovation Party (JIP) as Sanae Takaichi, the ruling party's new leader, woos an ally to help clinch a ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese Giant Rakuten Challenges Rival SoftBank By Mulling Over U.S. Credit Card IPO
Japanese ecommerce and finance titan Rakuten is said to be eyeing up an IPO of its credit card business in the U.S. According to a Reuters report, ...
Bank of Japan’s Tamura calls for further rate hikes
Bank of Japan board member Naoki Tamura said on Thursday the central bank should push up interest rates closer to levels deemed neutral to the economy. "My view is that there is a strong possibility ...
Hawkish Bank of Japan policymaker calls for more rate hikes
The Bank of Japan should lift interest rates closer to levels deemed neutral to the economy given mounting inflationary pressures, hawkish board member Naoki Tamura said on Thursday.
Tekscend Photomask shares jump 11% in Tokyo debut
Tekscend Photomask shares jumped 11 per cent in their Tokyo debut on Thursday, joining in a run of gains for tech stocks in the country.The manufacturer of photomasks, which are used to transfer ... ( read original story ...)
Top NYC restaurants that accept crypto payments
At the corner of Amsterdam Avenue and 80th Street, French bistro La Sirene UWS offers casual fine dining options. They are known for their signature dishes such as Hanger Steak Rossini, Escargots, French Onion Soup, Cassoulet, and more.
IMF says Japan should avoid adding debt as budget pressure grows
Japanese exporters, particularly automakers, have so far absorbed much of the tariff costs, helping to shield US consumers Read more at The Business Times. ( read original story ...)
Japan Tightens Grip on Crypto with Expanded Insider Trading Regulations
In a significant regulatory shift, Japan has revised its insider trading rules to encompass the cryptocurrency sector, a move that underscores the nation's inte ...
Crypto Ecosystem Actually ‘Worked’ During Crash, Digital Currency Expert Says
Last weekend’s crypto selloff is no cause for panic, according to MIT’s digital currency expert. In fact, it’s proof that the market is operating as designed: experimentally.