I stayed in a capsule hotel at Tokyo's Narita International Airport. I didn't sleep well, but it seemed convenient for travelers with early flights. ( read original story ...)
MP CM Mohan Yadav meets Nitori President Toshiyuki Shirai, invites Japanese delegation to expand business in India
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav held a meeting with Nitori Holdings Co Ltd President and COO, Toshiyuki Shirai in Tokyo on Wednesday. During the meeting, he invited the Japanese delegation ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese lender SMFG Q3 profit surges 54% on interest income boost
Japan's Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group reported a 54 per cent increase in third-quarter net profit on Wednesday, buoyed by a boost in interest income.The net profit rose to 410.8 billion yen ($2.65 ... ( read original story ...)
Japan hit with record barrage of cyberattacks
TOKYO -- A type of cyberattack that overloads a network with data rose to an all-time high in Japan last month, industry data shows.
JR Tokai’s ‘Doctor Yellow’ Shinkansen train ends final inspection
The iconic "Doctor Yellow" Shinkansen train of Central Japan Railway Company, or JR Tokai, has completed its final track inspection before retirement. ( read original story ...)
Cherry blossom season predicted to begin in Tokyo on March 21
This year’s cherry blossom season is expected to align with or slightly precede historical averages in western and eastern Japan. ( read original story ...)
‘In Japan he’s a folk hero’: New book ‘Gambling Man’ examines Softbank CEO
Author Lionel Barber joins Morning Joe to discuss his new book 'Gambling Man: The Secret Story of the World's Greatest Disruptor, Masayoshi Son'. ( read original story ...)
Exclusive: Japan’s NEC weighs offer for software provider CSG Systems, sources say
Japanese technology group NEC Corp has been talking to its advisers about the possibility of making an offer for CSG Systems , which provides customer care and billing solutions for cable and phone ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese crypto company Metaplanet plans to buy 21,000 Bitcoin by 2026
Japan's Metaplanet has announced its '21 Million Plan,' which would make it Asia’s largest-ever equity capital raise for Bitcoin with a target of 16.65 billion yen.
Bitcoin And Crypto Are Braced For A Huge Fed Price Shock
Bitcoin and crypto traders are braced for the Federal Reserve's latest interest rate decision after U.S. president Donald Trump called for rates to come down
Scaramucci: We were in an anti-crypto stance under Biden; now it’s the exact opposite
Anthony Scaramucci, Founder and Co-Managing Partner at SkyBridge Capital & Former White House Communications Director, discusses Bitcoin's resilience despite recent declines, highlighting its 50% rise since November.
Sapporo Snow Festival: Where nature and human creativity create masterpieces
Sapporo is the capital city of Hokkaido and the fifth-largest city in the country. As Japan’s most northern island, Hokkaido boasts pristine wilderness, home to endangered Steller's sea eagle, brown ... ( read original story ...)
SUMO/ New yokozuna Hoshoryu vows to be strong and not disgrace title
Less than two weeks after the sole yokozuna retired from the sport, the Japan Sumo Association on Jan. 29 filled the void by promoting Hoshoryu, 25, to be the 74th yokozuna. ( read original story ...)
PHOTOS: People celebrate Lunar New Year 2025 around the world
The world welcomes the Year of the Snake for Lunar New Year on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025. See how various countries celebrate with decorations, food and performances. ( read original story ...)
Japan revises rules for offshore wind power auctions
The Japanese government on Wednesday announced a revision of its rules for offshore wind power auctions as the sector globally grapples with delays and soaring expenses driven by tight supply chains ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese city hires guards to manage flood of tourists at site of iconic sea view
Japanese city hires guards to manage flood of tourists at site of iconic sea view - Guards at Funamizaka slope in Otaru will help regulate visitor flow to popular tourist spot featured in 1995 Japanes ... ( read original story ...)