Tokyo prosecutors say the latest arrest of former Nissan chairman Carlos Ghosn was based on suspicion he diverted $5 million US from funds that were being relayed from a Nissan subsidiary to an ... ( read original story ...)
Japan policymakers shun ‘Modern Monetary Theory’ as dangerous
TOKYO (Reuters) - Japanese Finance Minister Taro Aso on Thursday said using government spending as a primary policy tool to boost employment and spur inflation, an idea backed by some U.S. academics, ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama Launches the New GEOLANDAR X-CV
Yokohama has announced the launch of its new GEOLANDER X-CV, its next-level tire specifically created for the growing luxury SUV/crossover market. In a release by the company, Yokohama says that it ... ( read original story ...)
Nikkei rises, U.S.-China trade talk optimism lifts cyclicals
TOKYO, April 3 (Reuters) - Japanese stocks rose on Wednesday as optimism over U.S.-China trade talks boosted shippers and other cyclical shares while index heavyweight Fast Retailing soared after it ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo prosecutors reportedly arrested former Nissan chief Ghosn for fourth time
Ghosn was first arrested in Tokyo in November and faces charges of financial misconduct ... calling them "meritless" and saying he was the victim of a boardroom coup. Got a confidential news tip? We ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo prosecutors arrest former Nissan chief Ghosn for fourth time: NHK
Ghosn was first arrested in Tokyo in November and faces charges of financial misconduct and aggravated breach of trust over allegedly failing to report around $82 million in salary and temporarily ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo prosecutors arrest Ghosn for the fourth time: NHK
Tokyo prosecutors have arrested Carlos Ghosn for the fourth ... Mr Ghosn, who was released on bail just a month ago after 108 days in detention on financial misconduct charges, had said on Twitter on ... ( read original story ...)
Exclusive: Japan Display to supply OLED screens for Apple Watch – sources
TOKYO (Reuters) - Japan Display Inc will begin to supply organic light-emitting diode (OLED) screens for the Apple Watch later this year, two sources said, a breakthrough for the cash-strapped company ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s research whaling draws to a close after 30-year struggle, country to resume commercial whaling
Japan’s research whaling fleet led by the Nisshin Maru, an 8,145-ton vessel that has engaged in research whaling in the Antarctic Ocean for nearly 30 years, returned to Shimonoseki Port, Yamaguchi ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Matsumura snaps Kevin Koe’s 24-match win streak
The teams shook hands after the minimum six ends. The result moved Japan into sole possession of first place at 7-1 after 12 draws. Canada fell into a three-way tie with Switzerland's Peter De Cruz ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s trade point man strives to shield talks from Trump
TOKYO -- The upcoming Japan-U.S. trade talks present a challenge for lead Japanese negotiator Toshimitsu Motegi: make enough headway to persuade U.S. President Donald Trump not to intervene and ... ( read original story ...)
Colt Data Centre Services Acquires New Site in Osaka
LONDON, April 3, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Colt Data Centre Services (Colt DCS), a leading carrier neutral data centre operator, today announces its latest site acquisition in Osaka, Japan. The Osaka site ... ( read original story ...)
Japan moves to grant consumer rights over personal data
TOKYO -- Japan is considering giving individuals the right to stop companies from using their personal data, Nikkei learned Tuesday, as companies increasingly mine this virtual resource to build ... ( read original story ...)
Nikkei rises, US-China trade talk optimism lifts cyclicals
TOKYO: Japanese stocks rose on Wednesday as optimism over US-China trade talks boosted shippers and other cyclical shares while index heavyweight Fast Retailing soared after it reported strong monthly ... ( read original story ...)
Nikkei rises on U.S.-China trade talk optimism; Fast Retailing soars
TOKYO, April 3 (Reuters) - Japan’s Nikkei rose on Wednesday morning buoyed by optimism over U.S.-China trade talks, while index-heavyweight Fast Retailing soared after it reported a strong monthly ... ( read original story ...)
Japan plans tighter oversight of regional banks’ profits
Many Japanese regional banks are grappling with diminishing returns from their traditional lending business, hit by a low-interest rate environment amid the Bank of Japan’s ultra-loose monetary policy ... ( read original story ...)