Japan aims to reduce the projected death toll from a potential Nankai Trough megaquake by 80 per cent and cut structural damage by 50 per cent over the next decade. The government is reviewing disaste ... ( read original story ...)
Japan is not doing enough to avoid ‘toilet panic’ in disasters
Soon after a powerful earthquake devastated Japan's Noto Peninsula on New Year's Day 2024, councilor Tsuyoshi Yamahana heard about th ... ( read original story ...)
Japan plans to target 80% reduction of likely megaquake death toll in 10 years
The target will be included in a new basic plan for promoting disaster prevention measures, which is expected to be adopted in early July. ( read original story ...)
Japan targets 80% reduction in death toll from projected Nankai Trough megaquake
Japan aims to reduce the projected death toll from a potential Nankai Trough megaquake by 80 per cent and cut structural damage by 50 per cent over the next decade. The government is reviewing disaste ... ( read original story ...)
Megaquake scare in Japan, Philippines boosts air power: 7 Asia highlights
From fears of a megaquake in Japan to South Korea's new president, here are a few highlights from SCMP's recent Asia reporting We have selected seven stories from the SCMP's coverage of Asia over the ... ( read original story ...)
Punishment Revealed For Referee Who Stole Money Meant For Earthquake Victims
A referee who was caught red-handed stealing money earmarked for victims of a catastrophic earthquake has been punished severely. Last month it was reported that a high-ranking referee within the ... ( read original story ...)
This little-known town just a few kilometres from Tokyo nestled between mountains and forests of giant cedars is a must-visit in Japan
While all the noise and business of Tokyo can sometimes get your head a-spinning, there are towns in the surrounding area that offer a quieter interlude. ( read original story ...)
Can Japan hold on to its ‘indispensable’ companies?
Japanese materials and equipment suppliers, such as JSR, Advantest and Tokyo Electron, are indispensable cogs in the semiconductor supply chain. Deep inside data centres, smartphones and aeroplanes, ... ( read original story ...)
Japan confirms GDP contraction, backing Bank of Japan’s cautious stance
TOKYO] Japan’s economy contracted in the first quarter, a revised estimate confirmed on Monday (Jun 9), weakness that supports the Bank of Japan’s (BOJ) cautious stance and keeps political pressure on ... ( read original story ...)
Revisions confirm Japan GDP contraction, backing Bank of Japan caution
TOKYO] Japan’s economy contracted in the first quarter of the year by less than initially estimated on better inventory and consumption figures, while still backing caution by the Bank of Japan (BOJ) ... ( read original story ...)
Banker backs DEI at Tokyo parade amid backlash
TOKYO: The head of one of Japan's largest investment banks used the Tokyo Pride parade to strike a rare public stance on pushing ahead with diversity initiatives, as US President Donald Trump seeks to ... ( read original story ...)
Dubai-Osaka Economic Partnership Forum Launched
The Dubai-Osaka Economic Partnership Forum was launched yesterday in the Japanese city of Osaka, organized by the Dubai Municipality and the Dubai Chamber of Commerce & Industry , in cooperation with ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan’s Yageo Plans to Keep Shibaura’s AI Technology in Japan
Taiwan’s Yageo Corp. said it would keep Shibaura Electronics Co.’s most advanced technology in Japan if it successfully acquires the artificial intelligence sensor maker. ( read original story ...)
Marubeni: Undervalued And Buffett-Certified Japanese Trading House
Marubeni, backed by Buffett and strong fundamentals, stands out amid market uncertainty with growth, dividends, buybacks, and global resilience. See more on MARUY here. ( read original story ...)
Chinese Embassy in Japan warns Chinese citizens to stay alert as earthquakes strike Hokkaido
People stand next to large cracks in the pavement after evacuating into a street in the city of Wajima, Ishikawa prefecture, Japan on January 1, 2024, after a major 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck the ... ( read original story ...)
Where a Michelin-starred Japanese chef eats, drinks and shops in Tokyo
Shingo Akikuni is best known as the chef at SHINGO, a one-Michelin-starred Japanese restaurant in Miami. He grew up in Japan and returns yearly as a visitor. The fourth-generation sushi chef told CNBC ... ( read original story ...)