Japan's Nikkei share average jumped on Thursday as worries about the economic impact of U.S. tariffs receded after President Donald Trump declared an immediate 90-day tariff pause for many countries. ( read original story ...)
Do we need to worry about recent earthquakes across the Asia Pacific?
The deadly Myanmar earthquake last week was the biggest among a number of smaller quakes that rocked the region. ( read original story ...)
World shares fall further, with Tokyo down nearly 4%, as Trump threatens still more tariff hikes
Shares in Asia and Europe have skidded after President Donald Trump's latest tariff hikes took effect and he threatened to add still more ... ( read original story ...)
Japan warns of MEGAQUAKE that could kill 300,000 people; experts predict huge tsunami waves
The Japanese government has issued an urgent warning over the catastrophic damage which could be caused by an impending megaquake. Experts believe there is an 80 per cent chance of a magnitude nine ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Seven & i says Q4 profit fell 15%
Japan's Seven & i Holdings said on Wednesday fourth-quarter profit fell 15%, a result that is likely to hamper its ability to fend off a takeover attempt by Canada's Alimentation Couche-Tard . ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Suntory, Asahi postpone bond issuance totalling $400 mln on market disruption
Japanese brewers Asahi and Suntory have decided to put off plans to issue yen-denominated bonds, the companies said, in the wake of global market volatility induced by U.S. tariff announcements. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s economy minister Akazawa to head trade talks with US, FNN reports
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba will nominate Economy Minister Ryosei Akazawa as trade negotiator with the United States, FNN television reported on Tuesday. ( read original story ...)
Japan extends trade sanctions on North Korea until 2027
Japan will extend the ban on all exports to and imports from North Korea for two more years, as part of Tokyo's sanctions over Pyongyang's missile development and other concerns, a government ... ( read original story ...)
Japan to Get Priority in Trade Talks After Trump-Ishiba Call
Japan appeared set to get priority over other US trading partners in talks on tariffs, putting Tokyo at the head of a long queue of nations seeking to roll back US President Donald Trump’s reciprocal ... ( read original story ...)
Japan eyes tariff relief with ‘package’ of measures: PM
TOKYO: Japan will present President Donald Trump with a "package" of measures to win relief from United States tariffs, Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said on Monday (Apr 7) ahead of a mooted call ... ( read original story ...)
Apocalyptic forecast: Japan warns of impending megaquake that could kill 300,000 and unleash 100-foot tsunamis in worst natural disaster yet
Japan is bracing for a potential megaquake in the Nankai Trough, with experts warning of catastrophic tsunamis reaching over 100 feet. The impending disaster could result in 300,000 fatalities, ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka Gas finds pipeline to growth in India
CHENNAI -- Japanese utility Osaka Gas has made inroads into India, one of the hardest markets for foreign multinationals to crack, and is branching out into new fields like renewable energy. ( read original story ...)
US Treasury Secretary Bessent to head trade talks with Japan – Nikkei
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will lead trade negotiations with Japan, the Nikkei newspaper reported on Tuesday. ( read original story ...)
I’m an American who moved to Tokyo 6 years ago. The work culture is still challenging, but the benefits outweigh any drawbacks.
I moved from the US to Japan six years ago. I've found a better quality of life in Tokyo and couldn't be happier with my decision to move. ( read original story ...)
After Myanmar horror, Japan warns of “megaquake” that could kill over 3 lakh, experts say India faces even greater risk
Japan has warned about a potential megaquake along the Nankai Trough. Experts say a similar or even more severe earthquake is overdue in the Himalayan region. The potential earthquake in the Himalayas ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Earthquake: 6.2 Magnitude Quake Strikes Just Days After Deadly Myanmar Earthquake
A 6.2 magnitude earthquake has hit Japan, raising concerns after a recent deadly quake in Myanmar. Authorities assess damage and monitor aftershocks.- Watch Video on English Oneindia ... ( read original story ...)