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Japan govt urged to end free Covid-19 vaccinations amid financial strains
An advisory panel for the finance minister has proposed that the Japanese government end free-of-charge coronavirus vaccinations, highlighting concerns over a further increase of its financial strain ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese fund secures 1 trillion yen to buy Toshiba
A Japanese investment fund has secured about 1 trillion yen ($6.8 billion) to buy out Toshiba Corp. and notified the embattled conglo ... ( read original story ...)
Woman’s Visit to ‘Owl Cafe’ in Tokyo Is Downright Fascinating
In Tokyo's famous Akihabara district sits Akiba Fukurou ... Understandably, however, a few commenters were concerned about the ethics of such a business. "Owls belong outside, not in a cafe. Idk just ... ( read original story ...)
JMA quake early warning to cover shakes that affect high-rises
The Japan Meteorological Agency will begin issuing “earthquake early warnings,” starting Feb. 1, also to areas expected to undergo what is scientifically known as “long-period earthquake ... ( read original story ...)
Fate of management at Japan’s Toshiba a cause of friction for bidders and banks: Sources
TOKYO - Disagreement over whether to keep Toshiba Corp’s management following a potential buyout caused friction between two of its suitors and is now stoking concern among banks, sources said, ... ( read original story ...)
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OSAKA, Japan, November 04, 2022--teamLab Botanical Garden Osaka is a botanical garden by day, and an art space by night, created by the Tokyo-based art collective teamLab, known for their ... ( read original story ...)
Joe Russo Partnering With NFL Talent Agency to Connect Athletes to Hollywood
As the lines between Hollywood and sports continue to blur, filmmaker Joe Russo has signed on to try and bring those world’s closer together. Russo is partnering with IHC Sports, a talent agency with ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka Partners With Mental Health Wellness Brand Hyperice
Hyperice, which is a global high-performance wellness brand, has announced a partnership with tennis superstar Naomi Osaka. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo sounds alarm over US EV tax credits
TOKYO: Japan’s government warned on Saturday that new electric vehicle (EV) tax credits in the United States could ultimately deter further investment by the Japanese there and hit employment in the ... ( read original story ...)
More Japan firms moving base to Gunma Pref. citing less disasters, convenience
Numerous companies in Japan are moving the functions of their headquarters or their base facilities to Gunma Prefecture, northwest of Toky ... ( read original story ...)
Fate of management at Japan’s Toshiba a cause of friction for bidders and banks, reports say
TOKYO: Disagreement over whether to keep Toshiba Corp's management following a potential buyout caused friction between two of its suitors and is now stoking concern among banks, sources said, further ... ( read original story ...)
Fate of Management at Japan’s Toshiba a Cause of Friction for Bidders and Banks, Sources Say
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Japan decides to retain its 30 percent stake in new entity
Based on the Japan's Economy and Industry Minister Yasutoshi Nishimura, the Japanese energy company SODECO has agreed to keep its 30 percent investme ... ( read original story ...)
Evacuation drill held in NE Japan on World Tsunami Awareness Day
About 1,000 residents of a coastal town in northeastern Japan took part in an evacuation drill on Saturday, which is designated as World Tsunami Awareness Day. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo police crack down on risky cycling as accidents rise: media
Tokyo police have introduced stricter punishments for four bicycle infractions amid concerns over increasing traffic violations by the growing cyclist population in the city, the Japan Times has said. ( read original story ...)