Shunsaku Sagami, founder and CEO of Tokyo-listed M&A Research Institute, leveraged AI to give his M&A business a competitive edge. Now the 33-year-old is looking to replicate the success abroad. ( read original story ...)
6.3-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Off Japan’s Ogasawara Islands
(MENAFN- IANS) Tokyo, July 8 (IANS) An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 6.3 struck off Japan's western Ogasawara Islands on Monday morning, the local weather agency said. The temblor ... ( read original story ...)
As Japan’s startup ecosystem grows, so does a supportive community of entrepreneurs
Almost 15 years to the day since she established her business, Lina Sakai is preparing for a trip she doubted might ever be possible. By the end of this year, the CEO will travel to the United States ... ( read original story ...)
Lori Denger | The 2024 mid-year earthquake report
The largest earthquake recorded so far this year barely made it into 2024. The M7.5 in the Sea of Japan occurred only seven hours into the new year. The majority of Japan’s earthquakes are associated with the subduction zones that run along the northeastern and southwestern part of the island chain. ( read original story ...
Tokyo Expo draws 2,000 companies, showcases Japanese craftsmanship
A manufacturing-themed exhibition was held in Tokyo, attracting around 2,000 companies from Japan and around the world. Japanese products are globally renowned for their exceptional quality, a ... ( read original story ...)
UAE breaks ground for Expo 2025 Osaka pavilion
The UAE has started construction on its pavilion for Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan.A ground-breaking ceremony took place at the Expo 2025 Osaka site on Yumeshima island, state news agency Wam reported on ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka Guide: The best places to visit, stay, eat and drink in the Japanese cities
The neon lights and gaudy signs at the Dotonburi bridge district are super cool to visit, as is the Shinsekai market area which both have a ton of restaurants nearby. Speaking of food, Osaka is a ... ( read original story ...)
Small vs large residential units: What’s performing better in Tokyo?
Smaller units range from 15-30 sqm whilst larger units range from 45-60sqm. According to a Savills report, Tokyo’s rental market is principally made up of compact single-occupier units, typically less ... ( read original story ...)
Japan is bracing for rage against the vending machine
Japan still loves cash and vending machines, but new banknotes containing hologram technology won't work in many machines without upgrades. ( read original story ...)
3 Japanese Stocks You Can Still Buy on Sale
InvestorPlace - Stock Market News, Stock Advice & Trading Tips The Japanese stock market has been surging this year, with the Nikkei 225 ... ( read original story ...)
Bain Capital to invest ¥5 trillion in Japan over five years
Bain Capital plans to increase its workforce in Japan and has established a team to help firms make effective use of their real estate with low profitability. ( read original story ...)
Head for the Hills in Tokyo’s new neigbhourhood
Tokyo wakes up quietly. From a 19th-floor balcony at the Janu ... On paper, it sounds like a typical international business hub, with Japan’s tallest building, the 330-metre JP Mori Tower; corporate ... ( read original story ...)
Japan corporate bankruptcies hit 10-yr-high amid labor shortage
The number of corporate bankruptcies in Japan hit a 10-year-high in the first half of 2024, marking the 3rd consecutive year of incre ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s first-half bankruptcies reach highest mark in a decade, report shows
Japan's corporate bankruptcies for the first half of this year hit the highest level in a decade, data from a research firm showed on Friday, as high prices, labor shortages and reduction of COVID-era ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese insurers, banks to sell Honda shares worth $3.3 billion, filing shows
Japanese financial groups including Tokio Marine, Sompo and two MS&AD units will sell Honda Motor shares worth 535 billion yen ($3.3 billion) to unwind cross-shareholdings, a regulatory filing showed ... ( read original story ...)
Japan asset managers back corporate governance push, Oasis founder says
Japanese asset managers are increasingly supporting the targeting of poorly performing firms by activist fund Oasis Management, its founder said, paving the way for more campaigns to improve corporate ... ( read original story ...)