SAITAMA, Japan -- Given Japan have booked their ticket to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, it may seem like there is little for them to play in the their final three games in the third round of Asian qualifiers -- starting with Tuesday's meeting with Saudi Arabia. ( read original story ...)
Is ‘Nagoya skipping’ a cause of the exodus of young people from the city?
It wasn’t that long ago that the concept of “Hiroshima skipping,” which refers to major musical artists skipping over Hiroshima in favor of other regional cities, was drawing lots of attention on the ... ( read original story ...)
Jasmine Paolini Caught Naomi Osaka “Off Guard” in Miami Open
After dropping the first set, Paolini proved too much for Osaka, winning a hard-fought three-set match: 3-6, 6-4, 6-4. Paolini will play in the quarterfinal of the Miami Open. ( read original story ...)
Ex-Goldman Analyst’s Hedge Fund Reaps 300% on Small Japan Banks
Katsunori Tanaka spent most of his 19 years at Goldman Sachs Group Inc. scrutinizing Japan’s biggest banks as an equity analyst. Now he’s making money obsessing over much smaller lenders at his 48 ...
Japan-India business ties can go the extra mile
After remarkable growth, Japan-India business ties are plateauing. Companies on both sides need help from their governments to promote more understanding and, hence, opportunities. ( read original story ...)
5 key takeaways from Tokyo Fashion Week AW25
Tokyo Fashion Week has its fair share of challenges, but insiders say it remains the place to go for IYKYK brands. ( read original story ...)
The Realities of Non-Profits after the Noto Earthquake
Hard-earned experience has made nonprofit organizations invaluable partners in disaster recovery. Japan's government is now moving toward formalizing their role. ( read original story ...)
Japan researchers sound warning of potential mega-earthquake near Hokkaido
A Japanese government panel also predicted that an earthquake with a magnitude of 8.8 could occur near the trench within 30 years. ( read original story ...)
Trump-backed crypto project launches stablecoin
World Liberty Financial, the crypto project backed by President Donald Trump, has launched a stablecoin pegged to the US Dollar.
US lifts sanctions on Tornado Cash, a crypto mixer linked to North Korean money laundering
U.S. Treasury officials have lifted sanctions on Tornado Cash, a crypto mixer that the U.S. government previously said was used to launder $7 billion worth of crypto stolen by North Korean hackers.
Japan Go IPO Summit Provides Roadmap for Japanese Companies Seeking to List on U.S. Exchanges
Corporate management teams, venture capital, and private equity firms, and key advisors will get a comprehensive overview of the state of the U.S. IPO markets and secrets to success as a public ...
Martina Navratilova Shares Unnecessary Personal Opinion About Naomi Osaka Yet Again On TC
Tennis legend Martina Navratilova is out of line in sharing her personal opinion on Naomi Osaka's physique during her Miami Open match. ( read original story ...)
10 Unmissable Experiences in Osaka During World Expo 2025!
Experience Osaka during World Expo 2025! Explore 10 must-have experiences—from Dotonbori’s lights to Osaka Castle—in this vibrant, food-loving city. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Mount Fuji to Hike Entry Fees
Those heading to Mount Fuji later this year will be shelling out a bit more money to climb the iconic Japanese mountain. ( read original story ...)
Elliott has built significant stake in Sumitomo Realty: sources
ELLIOTT Investment Management has built a sizeable stake in Japanese real estate developer Sumitomo Realty & Development Co, said people familiar with the matter. Read more at The Business Times. ( read original story ...)
Metaplanet Brings Bitcoin Treasury to $293 Million With Latest Buy
Japanese Bitcoin treasury company Metaplanet has bought more Bitcoin, brining its holdings to just over $293 million.