Japanese exporters, particularly automakers, have so far absorbed much of the tariff costs, helping to shield US consumers Read more at The Business Times. ( read original story ...)
UAE Pavilion wraps up Expo 2025 Osaka participation, welcomes over 5 million visitors
The UAE Pavilion has concluded its six-month participation in Expo 2025 Osaka, an event focused on innovation and cultural exchange, after attracting ... ( read original story ...)
Japan to develop tech, tourism hub surrounding MGM Osaka, country’s first casino resort
Almost 50 years ago, Japan created an artificial island on Osaka Bay to host a container terminal and waste disposal plant. The landfill site is now being transformed into a “global tourism hub”, part ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese business groups concerned over ruling coalition split
Major Japanese business groups on Friday expressed concern over the possible political instability arising from the Komeito party's w ... ( read original story ...)
Kochi to host Japan Mela 2025 on October 16-17
Discover new trade, tech, and cultural opportunities at Japan Mela 2025 in Kochi, fostering partnerships between Kerala and Japan. ( read original story ...)
Exclusive: Japanese semiconductor company Renesas explores $2 billion sale of timing unit
Renesas Electronics Corp. is exploring a sale of its timing division in a deal that could value the business at close to $2 billion, according to people familiar with the matter. ( read original story ...)
UPI in Japan soon! NPCI International signs MoU with NTT DATA; check full list of countries where UPI is accepted
Indian tourists visiting Japan will soon be able to use UPI for payments following a deal between NPCI International and NTT DATA. This partnership will allow travelers to scan QR codes with their UPI ... ( read original story ...)
Indian travellers may soon pay via UPI in Japan under NPCI–NTT DATA deal
The partnership aims to enable UPI acceptance across Japanese merchant locations, offering Indian tourists a seamless and secure digital payment experience abroad ... ( read original story ...)
Pace eyes great strides for Japan’s art market
Pace Gallery, one of the largest art galleries in the world, has an ambitious mission in Japan: turning the country into a leading regional art market. And for Pace’s Japan branch, having more ... ( read original story ...)
China Pavilion concludes 6-month showcase at Osaka Expo
OSAKA, Japan, Oct. 13 (Xinhua) -- The China Pavilion at the Osaka Expo 2025 held its closing ceremony on Monday evening, marking the successful conclusion of its six-month exhibition journey. ( read original story ...)
Telework, other steps to ease Expo-related transport congestion take root in Osaka
For the 2025 World Expo in Osaka, which will end on Oct. 13, transportation demand management (TDM) measures have helped to ease congestion, ... ( read original story ...)
M7.4 earthquake hits near Mindanao, no threat of tsunami
The US Geological Survey says a magnitude 7.4 earthquake has struck near the southern Philippine island of Mindanao. Officials say there is no longer a threat of tsunami. ( read original story ...)
Japan raises business visa capital bar sixfold to Rs 1.74 cr amid misuse concerns
The move follows a surge in visa applications, which authorities say has led to misuse of the scheme by individuals seeking a shortcut to long-term residency rather than genuinely managing businesses ... ( read original story ...)
Human remains found in Japan identified as girl missing since 2011 earthquake and tsunami
The disaster killed 15,900 people, with 2,520 people still listed as missing as of the end of February, according to the National Police Agency. ( read original story ...)
Human remains found in Japan identified as girl missing since 2011 earthquake and tsunami that killed thousands
The disaster killed 15,900 people, with 2,520 people still listed as missing as of the end of February, according to the National Police Agency. ( read original story ...)
M7.4 earthquake hits near mindanao, Philippines
We have news just in. The US Geological Survey says a magnitude 7.4 earthquake has struck near the southern Philippine island of Mindanao. Officials are warning there is a tsunami threat. ( read original story ...)