OSAKA -- Japanese materials maker Unitika looks to unload its struggling fiber-related operations amid growing competition from Chinese rivals, while the company's key creditors could agree to waive ... ( read original story ...)
China shows support for Osaka Expo, vows safety for expats from Japan
Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng showed support for the upcoming World Exposition in Osaka and pledged to ensure the safety of Japanese nationals in China as he met Wednesday with a business delegation ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese maker of pens, notebooks and scissors tries hand at office design
OSAKA -- Kokuyo, one of Japan's biggest makers of office and school supplies, will accelerate a shift away from manufacturing under a new plan that stresses services like building renovation. The ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Earthquake: Twin Quakes in Ishikawa and Honshu Disrupt Travel Plans
Heads up if you’re travelling in Japan! The Land of the Rising Sun was recently rattled by a pair of powerful earthquakes. On Tuesday night, 26 Nov 2024, a 6.4 magnitude tremor hit the Ishikawa prefecture, followed by a 6.2 magnitude quake near the west coast of Honshu. ( read original story ...)
20 major firms to invest in Osaka casino resort project
OSAKA--The Osaka prefectural and city governments ... Of that, 530 billion yen will be funded by the chosen business operators MGM Resorts International and Orix Corp. at about 40 percent each. ( read original story ...)
A strong quake hits Japan’s Noto region but there’s no tsunami danger
A strong earthquake has struck Japan’s north-central region of Noto that’s still recovering from a deadly quake early this year ... ( read original story ...)
A strong quake hits Japan’s Noto region but there’s no tsunami danger
A strong earthquake has struck Japan’s north-central region of Noto that’s still recovering from a deadly quake early this year ... ( read original story ...)
Earthquake Today: 6.4 magnitude jolt hits Japan’s Noto region, no tsunami danger issued
Earlier on 1 January 2024, a 7.6 magnitude earthquake struck the Noto region, killing more than 370 people and damaging roads and other infrastructure. ( read original story ...)
Japan earthquake latest as island hit by 6.2 magnitude tremor
Japan was rocked by a 6.1 magnitude earthquake off its western coast. ( read original story ...)
M6.4 quake hits central Japan, no tsunami warning issued
An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 6.4 struck Ishikawa and other central Japan prefectures Tuesday, the weather agency sai ( read original story ...)
BREAKING: Strong 6.4 Magnitude Earthquake Jolts Japan’s Ishikawa
A powerful earthquake hit Japan’s north-central Noto region on Tuesday evening, just months after the area was devastated by a deadly quake earlier this year. The Japan Meteorological Agency reported that the magnitude 6. ( read original story ...)
Citing Noto quake, experts urge Japan to bolster disaster shelters
Key recommendations from a government task force include the provision of cardboard beds and adequate cooking and toilet facilities. ( read original story ...)
Keidanren: Trump tariff plan could impact Japanese firms
The chairman of Keidanren or the Japan Business Federation told reporters that Trump's tariff plan could have an enormous impact on Japanese companies which have production bases in Mexico and Canada. ( read original story ...)
5 reasons Tokyo makes an ideal launchpad for M’sian & S’porean startups to scale globally
Here are the benefits and support that Malaysian and Singaporean startups can get from the Tokyo government to expand their businesses there. ( read original story ...)
Why Christmas Means KFC In Japan
In Japan, Christmas and Kentucky Fried Chicken are pretty much synonymous, and the history behind this fun but random connection is truly fascinating. ( read original story ...)
IndiGo, Japan Airlines set to commence codeshare partnership next month
Japan Airlines and domestic budget carrier IndiGo are all set to commence their codeshare partnership from December 16, which will allow the Japanese carrier access to 18 destinations in India, a ... ( read original story ...)