An earthquake shook eastern Japan with a magnitude of 6.2, according to public broadcaster NHK. The temblor shook buildings in Tokyo as well as the surrounding prefectures, according to local media. ( read original story ...)
Starbucks: All But 10 Japan Stores Now Open
Starbucks CEO says around 100 of its 900 Japanese locations closed because of the Japan earthquake and tsunami, 10 of which were permanently destroyed. Starbucks CEO says around 100 of its 900 ... ( read original story ...)
Transforming Fukushima, Japan Into A “Region Of Recovery”
Great East Japan Earthquake, new video from the Fukushima Prefecture, "Fukushima Now," highlights reconstruction progress. ( read original story ...)
Top 10 world news: 6.2 earthquake jolts Japan, Russian missile strikes clinic in Ukraine’s Dnipro and more
A powerful 6.2 magnitude earthquake jolted eastern Tokyo city in Japan on Friday. On the other hand, A Cambodian man lost his life in a brutal attack by at least 40 crocodiles. The incident occurred at his family’s reptile farm in Siem Reap. ( read original story ...)
Washington and Tokyo vow closer chip cooperation
The United States and Japan will deepen cooperation in the research and development of advanced chips and other technologies, they said on Friday, the latest sign of the two allies strengthening ties ... ( read original story ...)
The Rising Popularity of Online Casinos in Japan: Exploring the Thriving Business Opportunities
Online Casinos are gaining popularity in Japan, indicating a significant shift in the country's gambling trends. ( read original story ...)
Strong 6.2 Magnitude Earthquake Rocks Eastern Japan, No Tsunami Warning Issued
A strong earthquake with a magnitude of 6.2 jolted Tokyo and other areas of eastern Japan on Friday. Representational Image A strong earthquake with a magnitude of 6.2 jolted Tokyo and other areas of eastern Japan on Friday evening. The epicenter of the ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Earthquake Update
Latest reports from the US Geological Survey have upgraded the quake that hit northeast Japan today to 8.9. If this is confirmed, it would make it the fifth biggest earthquake since 1900. ( read original story ...)
Earthquake of magnitude 6.1 jolts Japan’s Tokyo, no tsunami warning
According to official broadcaster NHK, a significant earthquake with a magnitude of 6.2 struck eastern Japan on Friday night. According to local media, the earthquake struck around 1003 GMT, rattling buildings in Tokyo and nearby prefectures. However ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo CPI inflation grows less than expected in May
The soft inflation reading came on the heels of positive business activity data released earlier this week, which showed that the Japanese economy was recovering steadily from the COVID-19 pandemic. ( read original story ...)
Japan nuclear watchdog asks Fukushima plant operator to assess risk from reactor damage
A nuclear watchdog has asked the operator of Japan’s wrecked Fukushima nuclear power plant to assess possible risks resulting from damage that was found in a key supporting structure ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Looks to a New Approach for Capitalism
There have already been calls for a shift away from business practices that put the interests of shareholders above those of all others, and toward what is known in Japan as “sampo yoshi” or “three ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Mobility Show tries dance festivals and food trucks amid tepid overseas response
Organizers expect about 220 companies, plus 100 startups competing in a business pitch contest. That compares with the 192 companies that attended the 2019 Tokyo Motor Show. ( read original story ...)
Sony chip business to buy land in Kumamoto, Japan
Sony Group Corp said on Thursday its chip business would buy land in the western Japanese prefecture of Kumamoto. Local media reported in December the tech and entertainment conglomerate is ... ( read original story ...)
Mapletree Industrial Trust buys data centre in Osaka for 52 billion yen
MAPLETREE Industrial Trust (MIT) is acquiring a new data centre in downtown Osaka, Japan, through the purchase of the trust beneficial interest for a consideration of 52 billion yen (S$507.9 million). ( read original story ...)
Princess Kako visits areas affected by the Great East Japan Earthquake
Princess Kako, the second daughter of Crown Prince Fumihito and Crown Princess Kiko, visits areas affected by the Great ... ( read original story ...)