Japan’s leading chemical producers are in the midst of a restructuring intended to shift their focus from traditional petrochemicals and pharmaceuticals to specialty chemicals. This strategic pivot ... ( read original story ...)
Disney Japan Names Tamotsu Hiiro As Managing Director
Disney has tapped Tamotsu Hiiro to be the new managing director of its Japanese operations. Hiiro will report to Disney APAC President Luke Kang. Tamotsu was formerly president & CEO of McDonald’s ... ( read original story ...)
Japan business head regrets China’s ‘economic coercion’
The head of Japan's biggest business lobby has voiced strong regret over China's decision to step up controls on exports of goods to Japan for both military and civilian use. ( read original story ...)
Genting withdrawal from Osaka opens door for MGM in Japan
Nothing appears to be standing in the way of MGM Resorts International winning a concession in Osaka, Japan. MGM, partnering with Japanese financial services company Orix, was the only entity to ... ( read original story ...)
Strong earthquake strikes western Japan, no tsunami risk
A strong earthquake has struck Western Japan. The Japan Meteorological Agency says the magnitude 6.2 quake occurred in eastern Shimane Prefecture. In Shimane and Tottori prefectures, the quake had an ... ( read original story ...)
Strong earthquake strikes western Japan, no tsunami risk
A strong earthquake has struck Western Japan. The Japan Meteorological Agency says the magnitude 6.2 quake occurred in eastern Shimane Prefecture. In Shimane and Tottori prefectures, the quake had an ... ( read original story ...)
Reuse Business Expo to debut at FaW TOKYO 2026 in April
FaW TOKYO 2026 plans to offer a dedicated platform for circular business models when its Reuse Business Expo appears for the first time at the April edition of the international fashion trade event. ( read original story ...)
China’s Threat to Block Rare Earths Has Put Japan on High Alert
Tokyo is concerned at signs that Beijing may be laying the groundwork to restrict access to the metals vital to manufacturing. ( read original story ...)
Japan business groups cautiously optimistic despite China tensions, US uncertainty
Despite souring ties with their biggest trading partner China and uncertainty over US policies, Japan's largest business groups are cautiously optimistic about economic prospects this year. At an ... ( read original story ...)
Japan business group heads voice hope for dialogue to mend ties with China
The heads of Japan's major business groups on Tuesday expressed hope for dialogue with China as bilateral ties remain strained over r ... ( read original story ...)
The J-Find Visa: Japan’s New Path for Job Seekers and Entrepreneurs
The J-Find visa Japan lets certain graduates enter Japan to job hunt or prepare a business without an employer sponsor. Here’s how it works. ( read original story ...)
Japanese PM’s Taiwan comments prompt China to ban certain exports to Japan
China has banned exports of some rare earth elements and other items to Japan that could be used for military purposes, straining already tense relations between the two countries following the ... ( read original story ...)
6.2 magnitude earthquake detected in Japan, no tsunami warning issued
Multiple earthquakes struck western Japan on Tuesday, local time, centered in Shimane Prefecture and neighboring Tottori Prefecture. ( read original story ...)
Map: 5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Japan
A moderately strong, 5.7-magnitude earthquake struck in Japan on Tuesday, according to the United States Geological Survey. The temblor happened at 10:18 a.m. Japan time about 11 miles south of Matsue ... ( read original story ...)
Strong earthquake rattles western Japan, followed by several more shakes
The initial jolt was a magnitude 6.2 quake that measured strong 5 on Japan's seismic intensity scale. There was no threat of a tsunami. ( read original story ...)
Strong magnitude-6.2 earthquake strikes Japan’s Chugoku region
An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 6.2 hit the western Chugoku region of Japan on Tuesday, followed by a series of sizeable aftershocks, the Japan Meteorological Agency said. The epicentre ... ( read original story ...)