And according to the prime minister's office, the satellite's observation data was also used in the Noto Peninsula earthquake that occurred months ago in January. In January, Japan successfully put a ... ( read original story ...)
Thousands still sheltering six months after New Year’s Day quake in central Japan
Monday marks six months since a major earthquake devastated the Noto Peninsula and nearby areas of central Japan. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s GDP downgrade, shaky business mood cloud BOJ hike timing
Japan downgraded first-quarter gross domestic product (GDP) on Monday and the service-sector business mood soured in June on concerns over rising costs, offseting a lift in factory confidence and ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s shaky business mood adds to rate hike dilemma
STORY: The mood at Japanese firms is turning sour, and that poses a deepening dilemma for the country’s central bank. Monday’s closely watched Tankan survey showed sentiment at big non-manufacturers ... ( read original story ...)
PM Kishida vows travel aid program 6 months after central Japan quake
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida pledged Monday to launch a tourism subsidy program to support the Noto Peninsula on the Sea of Ja ... ( read original story ...)
Asia-Pacific markets set for mixed open as investors await business activity data from the region
China released its official PMI figures on the weekend, with its manufacturing PMI coming in at 49.5, unchanged from May and marking its second straight month in contraction territory. Confidence ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s patchy business mood, GDP downgrade cloud BOJ hike timing
Japanese big manufacturers' confidence hit a more than two-year high but service-sector mood soured on rising costs driven by the weak yen, a central bank survey showed, adding to a mixed economic ... ( read original story ...)
David meets Goliath: Japan and Korea make startups work with large conglomerates in a twist on the Silicon Valley model
But Japanese and Korean policymakers don’t want to work against ... Managers in a conglomerate like LG and Nissan have decades of experience in their core business sectors. Startup founders, generally ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Tankan Survey Data Due On Monday
(RTTNews) - Japan will on Monday see Q2 results for its quarterly Tankan Survey of business sentiment, highlighting a busy day for Asia-Pacific economic activity. In the three months prior, capital ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo picks next governor, Shanghai AI conference, BYD opens Thai factory
Welcome to Your Week in Asia. Tokyo goes to the polls to pick a new governor for the world's biggest city, while Japan's central bank releases its closely watched Tankan survey, offering a snapshot of ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo picks new governor, Shanghai AI conference, BYD opens Thai factory
Welcome to Your Week in Asia. Tokyo goes to the polls to pick a new governor for the world's biggest city, while Japan's central bank releases its closely watched Tankan survey, offering a snapshot of ... ( read original story ...)
7-Eleven Is Using Japanese Strategies to Redefine Its Business — Again
How do the world's most successful companies generate revenue? In this explainer series, we'll dive into the surprising stories behind how businesses work--exploring everything from Costco's "treasure ... ( read original story ...)
Japan looks to boost foreign tourist spending with unique nightlife experiences
A representative said, "Boat racing is unique to Japan, and it is our strength that races are also held in the evenings. We hope to enhance the nighttime sightseeing experience." (Japanese original by ... ( read original story ...)
Citadel buys Goldman alum’s company to trade power in Japan
Japan’s power industry is attracting more overseas firms as volatility increases due to extreme weather, a transition away from fossil fuel, and the resumption of some nuclear reactors. ( read original story ...)
Chinese companies ‘going global’ should learn from Japan’s mistakes, academic says
With more Chinese companies moving their operations overseas, a marketing specialist has advised them to take a lesson from their Japanese peers in how not to handle their global expansions. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s Used Designer Market: Where To Find Rare Pieces At Great Value
Explore Japan’s thriving vintage luxury scene. Discover how boutiques are redefining fashion with quality, authenticity, and expansion plans. ( read original story ...)