A 7.2-magnitude earthquake struck Taiwan's southeastern coast on Sunday, the US Geological Survey said, prompting Japan to issue a tsunami warning. ( read original story ...)
Rise in Japanese machinery orders in July surprises experts
Japan core machinery orders extended gains bringing hope that business growth spending may offset short-term issues caused by a global economic slowdown and a weaker yen ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s evolving funeral business, companies offering funeral services and items showcased their products, watch!
Japan: Bidding funeral to a deceased loved one is the most crucial ritual one has to perform in their lifetime. The after-death rituals have evolved over time due to alterations in social structures ... ( read original story ...)
Magnitude 6.5 earthquake shakes Taiwan
A magnitude 6.5 earthquake rocked southeastern Taiwan Saturday, the U.S. Geological Survey confirmed. The quake hit at 9:41 a.m. EDT and local media had not reported any deaths as of mid-morning ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo ice maker boosts sales with ornamental blocks
TOKYO >> Tokyo ice maker Onoda-Shoten has increased production of ornamental ice blocks in an effort to boost summer sales amid the pandemic. ( read original story ...)
Tsunamis, blizzards, earthquakes: A look at how weather takes center stage in ‘9-1-1’ on FOX
Weather and natural disaster fans, the wait is almost over. Catastrophe hits Los Angeles again as season six of the FOX series "9-1-1" premieres Monday, September 19 at 8/7c. ( read original story ...)
Japan floats issuance of gov’t bonds for more defense spending
The Japanese government is considering issuing special bonds to achieve a substantial increase in defense spending with an eye to hik ... ( read original story ...)
SK chairman discusses economic ties with Japanese prime minister
Chairman Chey Tae-won became the only Korean business leader to have met with incumbent Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, according to industry officials, Friday. Chey and Kishida reportedly ... ( read original story ...)
Ex-JOC chief Takeda questioned over Tokyo Olympics corruption case
Former Japanese Olympic Committee President Tsunekazu Takeda, who served as a vice president of the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics organizing committee, has been questioned by prosecutors on a ... ( read original story ...)
Ex-JOC president questioned about Tokyo Games bribery scandal
NHK has learned that Tokyo prosecutors have questioned former Japanese Olympic Committee President Takeda Tsunekazu about sponsorship contracts for the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics. ( read original story ...)
Mitsui Chemicals selects Shell catalyst for its ethylene oxide refinery in Osaka
Mitsui Chemicals, Inc. (Tokyo) has selected Shell Catalysts & Technologies’ (SC&T) Shell S-896 catalyst to provide important economic benefits ... ( read original story ...)
Earthquake damper technology tested on skyscraper replica
A Japanese construction company has tested its latest earthquake damper technology for skyscrapers with a device installed in the upper floors of a building model. ( read original story ...)
Assetwise PCL (SET: ASW) partners with Tokyo Tatemono, Japan’s oldest developer
Assetwise PCL (SET: ASW), a leading real estate developer for lifestyle with the 'We Build Happiness' concept, has formed an alliance with Tokyo Tatemono, the oldest real estate developer in ... ( read original story ...)
Atomic watchdog chief sees no fast track for Japan nuke restarts
Japan’s rigorous procedure for restarting nuclear reactors can’t be shortened, according to the nation’s top atomic watchdog, presenting a potential hurdle in the government’s effort to speed the ... ( read original story ...)
India, Japan agree to strengthen defence cooperation during Tokyo meet
Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met their Japanese counterparts Hamada Yasukazu and Hayashi Yoshimasa ... ( read original story ...)
Kadokawa chairman arrested over Tokyo Olympics bribery scandal
The chairman of major Japanese publisher Kadokawa Corp was arrested Wednesday for his alleged involvement in a widening sponsorship bribery scandal over the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics. Tsuguhiko ... ( read original story ...)