Two top Tokyo police and prosecution officials apologized in person to current and former executives of machinery maker Ohkawara Kakohki C･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Marcos, FL Liza visit PH Pavilion in World Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan
President Ferdinand ''Bongbong'' Marcos Jr. and First Lady Louise ''Liza'' Araneta-Marcos on Friday visited the Philippine Pavilion at the World Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan. ( read original story ...)
Nintendo addicts only! 😎 at Universal Studios Super Nintendo World in Osaka #shorts
Dive into the ultimate playground for Nintendo addicts at Universal Studios Super Nintendo World in Osaka! Discover iconic attractions, meet beloved characters, and immerse yourself in a world where ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks open mixed on Middle East tensions, firm tech shares
Tokyo stocks opened mixed Friday as selling on concern over intensifying tensions in the Middle East was offset by buying of heavywei ... ( read original story ...)
A lesson for the West? Japan was better prepared than most for China’s rare-earth mineral squeeze
Japan's transformation is seen as both a template for Western nations and a stark reminder of just how difficult it is to escape China's mineral orbit. ( read original story ...)
Not just $Trump: Several top administration officials have put their money into crypto
From JD Vance to Pete Hegseth to Tulsi Gabbard, several top administration officials have put thousands of dollars into cryptocurrency.
Japan Set to Cut Super-Long Bond Issuance by More Than Expected
Japan is planning to cut the issuance of super-long bonds this year by more than earlier reported, after record levels of volatility in super-long yields in recent months stoked market concerns. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Economic Mystery Is Defying the Rules: Thriving Without Growing?
Japan was once on track to become the world’s largest economy, but after decades of stagnation, that future never came. From the post-war boom to the Plaza Accord, risk-averse business culture, and an ... ( read original story ...)
Kaia joins the Japan Blockchain Association, bulls aim to extend gains
Kaia extends upside and recovers above $0.1900 on Friday, reaching a four-month high of $0.1965 at the time of writing, resulting in an over 25% surge so far this week. The recovery run breaks above ...
Japan weighs ‘national shipyard’ to revive shipbuilding sector
TOKYO -- The Japanese government and ruling Liberal Democratic Party are drafting policies to revitalize the country's shipbuilding industry, including a plan for the government to construct or ...
Japan’s Core Inflation Picks Up in May, Complicating BOJ’s Policy Steering
Persistent price rises further complicate the Bank of Japan’s policy steering amid tariff-related uncertainty.
Japan’s Sakamoto to retire after 2026 Winter Olympics
Three-times world figure skating champion Kaori Sakamoto is to retire after the Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics next year, the Japanese 25-year-old told reporters in Kobe on Friday. ( read original story ...)
Junaid Khan-Sai Pallavi’s Ek Din teaser to be attached with Sitaare Zameen Par
Junaid Khan teams up with Sai Pallavi for a romantic drama titled 'Ek Din'. The film's teaser will be unveiled in theatres alongside Aamir Khan's 'Sitaare Zameen Par' on June 20, 2025. ( read original story ...)
Patrick Kisnorbo’s troubled stint as Yokohama F. Marinos boss ends after two months
Former Melbourne Victory boss Patrick Kisnorbo’s tenure as Yokohama F. Marinos manager has ended after only two months. ( read original story ...)
Japan Photo Journal: 700 hydrangeas welcome visitors to Yokohama English Garden
Visitors are surrounded by lush scenery during a hydrangea festival at Yokohama English Garden in the city's Nishi Ward, June 19, 2025. Seven hundred ･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks dip in morning amid uncertainty over Mideast conflict
Tokyo stocks edged down Friday morning, amid heightened uncertainty as the Israel-Iran conflict in the Middle East intensified. ( read original story ...)