Every day, millions of residents shop for food, send packages and pay their bills at more than 55,000 convenience stores in the country. ( read original story ...)
From Tokyo to Berlin: Indian states step up global push for investments
Indian chief ministers are increasingly travelling abroad to woo investors, expand markets, and forge global partnerships, marking a new phase of competitive federalism ... ( read original story ...)
Why 7-Eleven and Other Convenience Stores in Japan Are So Special
Convenience stores are a fixture of Japanese life, and 7-Eleven is the country’s dominant chain. They are a place to shop, pay bills and gather during disasters. ( read original story ...)
5 key takeaways from Tokyo Fashion Week SS26
Organisers marked the event’s 20th anniversary by stripping out digital shows in an effort to push quality over quantity. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nikkei crosses 44,000 for first time on trade, stimulus optimism
Japan's Nikkei share average climbed past the key 44,000 mark for the first time on Tuesday, as optimism over trade and potential increases in stimulus spending uplifted sentiment. ( read original story ...)
Is America Ready for Japanese-Style 7-Elevens?
Stephen Dacus, head of the chain’s parent company, aims to export its success in Japan, with signature offerings like fresh prepared food. ( read original story ...)
Beyond Compliance: Sayaka Ohshima and the New Realities of U.S.–Japan Business
Japanese companies have long eyed the United States as a critical growth market, but the path from Tokyo boardrooms to American stock exchanges is rarely ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s economy grew at faster rate in fiscal Q1 than initially thought on healthy consumer spending
Japan's economy expanded at a stronger rate in the fiscal first quarter than previously estimated, despite worries about U.S. tariffs and domestic political uncertainty, according to government data. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s stressed bond market, stocks brace for PM Ishiba exit reaction
Japan's stressed government bond market and soaring stocks are set for more volatility on Monday after the resignation of fiscal hawk Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba. ( read original story ...)
Fading US reliability deepens Australia, Japan security ties
Australia and Japan are tightening military and economic bonds as the region grows more volatile and long-time security guarantor US demands allies spend more on defense. Canberra’s recent decision to ... ( read original story ...)
Exclusive: Major Japanese copper smelter to cut output, capacity as margins erode
JX Advanced Metals will likely cut copper production by tens of thousands of metric tons in fiscal 2025 compared with earlier plans and unveil a roadmap to reduce smelting capacity by March, President ... ( read original story ...)
Illinois Economic Leaders Embark on Tokyo Mission to Bolster Ties at 55th Midwest U.S.-Japan Conference
Illinois is participating in the 55th Midwest U.S.-Japan Association Conference to strengthen economic ties with Japan. ( read original story ...)
Japanese auto supplier selects Michigan for $95M regional HQ, will create 200 jobs
SAWA, JAPAN — In the midst of a trade mission in Asia, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced a $95 million investment from Tokyo-based automotive supplier Astemo Ltd. to create a regional headquarters in ... ( read original story ...)
Trump slashes tariffs on Japanese cars after striking trade deal with Tokyo
President Trump slashed tariffs on Japanese cars Thursday in a sweeping trade deal that opens Tokyo’s markets to US rice and farm goods while pledging hundreds of billions in new Japanese investment ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s current account surplus masks business difficulties
Japan posted another current account surplus in June, despite deficits in both trade and services. An economist warns that the difficulties could get worse. ( read original story ...)
Aid supplies from Japan arrive in Afghanistan in response to powerful quake
Aid supplies from Japan have arrived in Afghanistan following the powerful earthquake that hit the eastern part of the country on Sunday. ( read original story ...)