Massive forest fires in this northeastern Japan city are thought to have led to the deaths of all of more than 2 million abalone kep･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Experts: Unreleased stress energy off Hokkaido is enough to trigger mega-quake
A research team in Japan has warned that unreleased stress energy at an undersea trench off northern Japan has become large enough to possibly trigger a magnitude 9-level mega-quake. ( read original story ...)
Northeastern Japan battles raging fires, 14 years after the March 2011 earthquake and tsunami
Drought in the mountainous areas of central and northeastern Japan is contributing to the spread of forest fires on a scale not seen for over 30 years. The city of Ofunato, already devastated by the ... ( read original story ...)
People spread concerning rumors on social media following massive earthquake: ‘We need to pause and think for a moment’
It is also important to verify information." People spread concerning rumors on social media following massive earthquake: 'We need to pause and think for a moment' first appeared on The Cool Down. ( read original story ...)
I flew on 2 long-haul flights: one in business and another in economy. The 2 cabins couldn’t be more different — take a look.
From reclining seats to three-course meals, I spotted dozens of differences between economy and business class on long-haul flights. ( read original story ...)
Skating star Yuzuru Hanyu commemorates Great East Japan Earthquake in ice show
An ice show event hosted by professional figure skater and back-to-back Olympic gold medalist Yuzuru Hanyu began in this northeast Jap･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Tsunami-struck Japanese hotel stands as a testament to resilience after tragedy
Perched along the scenic coastline of Japan’s Iwate prefecture, the Taro Kanko Hotel once stood as a symbol of hospitality, offering guests views of the Pacific Ocean and the nearby Sannoiwa Rocks. ( read original story ...)
Lesotho Prepares for Osaka Expo 2025
LESOTHO is gearing up to participate in the upcoming Osaka Expo 2025 in Kansai, Japan, where it intends to create new opportunities for Lesotho products in the international marketplace.Held under the ... ( read original story ...)
7-Eleven’s Japanese owner appoints American CEO to fend off $47 billion takeover bid
Seven & I Holdings, the Japanese operator of the 7-Eleven convenience store chain, appointed its first foreign CEO and handed him the task of overhauling its business to fend off a $47 billion ... ( read original story ...)
7-Eleven Taps American Executive to Help Keep It Out of Canadian Hands
The Japanese owner of the chain also announced a plan to list its U.S. convenience store business as it tries to fend off a Canadian retailer’s $47 billion takeover bid. ( read original story ...)
Resident shares 3.11 tsunami image to keep memory alive
As the massive tsunami surged over a 6.4-meter seawall, it swallowed the town below. Along the railway embankment, people scrambled for their lives. ( read original story ...)
Japan top court upholds acquittal of ex-TEPCO executives on criminal negligence
Japan's Supreme Court has upheld a lower court ruling that found former executives of Tokyo Electric Power Company not guilty of professional negligence resulting in death and injury following the ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Seven & i names new CEO, announces restructuring
Seven & i Holdings, the Japanese operator of the 7-Eleven convenience store chain, announced a change of CEO and plans to restructure its business in the face of a $47 billion foreign takeover bid. ( read original story ...)
Former Fukushima plant worker continues caring for pets left behind
The 62-year-old was driven by a sense of responsibility for the pets being abandoned as “it came about because of the meltdown at our plant.” ... ( read original story ...)
Hillhouse Investment looking to invest up to $2 billion annually in Japan
Hillhouse Investment is looking to invest $1 billion to $2 billion annually in Japan and roughly double its headcount in the East Asian country, an executive at the firm told Reuters. ( read original story ...)
How to Start a Business in Japan On a Work Visa
Want to know how to start a business in Japan while working a full-time job? First, you’ll need to secure the right visa (especially if you plan on hiring employees and scaling your business). In most ... ( read original story ...)