India, Aug. 5 -- The cabinet of Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi approved the allocation of 24.2 billion yen (~$153 million USD) from the fiscal 2026 general reserve for recovery and relief efforts in the Kumamoto prefecture in Kyushu Island, ( read original story ...)
Japan’s business etiquette: What I wish I knew
This video provides an insight into Japan's intricate business etiquette, highlighting the importance of being a perpetual learner in the workplace. It portrays the consequences of improper ... ( read original story ...)
Takaichi’s fiscal push could lift growth — and Japan’s already-rising interest bill
Japan is giving up revenue now in the hope that stronger consumption and a 370 trillion yen public-private investment will deliver faster growth later. ( read original story ...)
Japan earthquake disrupts auto, parts production
The powerful earthquake that struck Japan's southern island of Kyushu has disrupted a number of manufacturing operations in the region, including production of vehicles and components at the country's ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Toyota reports hefty profit on cheap yen and solid car sales
Toyota is reporting a nearly doubling of profit for the fiscal first quarter as solid demand in the U.S. and India combined with a favorable exchange rate to boost results. ( read original story ...)
Balyasny’s $30 million pay package shows race for Japan rates traders
Gift Article 10 Remaining As a subscriber, you have 10 articles to gift each month. Gifting allows recipients to access the article for free. A talent war is intensifying in the yen rates space, as ... ( read original story ...)
CSI Japan Launches: Strategic Intelligence for Decisions Where the Public Record Falls Silent
CSI Japan, an independent strategic advisory firm in Tokyo, launches to give investors and boards the intelligence that filings in Japan do not carry. ( read original story ...)
Blue Owl hires ex-Barclays banker as Japan business co-head
Takeo Ikemori, hired as head of Japan institutional capital, will share the role of Japan representative with Yoichi Nakamura, who is head of private wealth in the country. ( read original story ...)
Earthquake in Japan caused buildings to collapse as dozens reportedly injured
Nearly 20% of global earthquakes measuring 6.0 or higher occur in Japan. Since 2011, when a 9.0-magnitude earthquake and tsunami triggered meltdowns at three reactors at the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant, Japan has significantly strengthened its earthquake warning systems and evacuation protocols. ( read original story ...)
Volunteers from northeastern Japan prepare warm meal in quake-hit Kumamoto
Volunteers from northeastern Japan have brought relief supplies and prepared a warm meal for people sheltering in Yatsushiro City following Tuesday's powerful quake in Kumamoto Prefecture. It was to show gratitude for help provided in the wake of the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake. ( read original story ...)
The nuances of Japanese business you must know
This video serves as a warning for those contemplating a job in Japan, highlighting the intricacies of Japanese business etiquette. It explores the concept of 'napkin resignations' and discusses their ... ( read original story ...)
Japan sees slower economic growth as imported energy costs take a toll
Japan has lowered its FY2026 economic growth forecast to 0.9 per cent from 1.3 per cent as higher imported energy costs linked to tensions in West Asia weigh on household spending, corporate profits ... ( read original story ...)
Japan earthquake death toll rises to 34 as evacuees battle sweltering heat
The quake caused widespread damage to houses and power lines across Kumamoto prefecture The number of people who have died after a powerful earthquake hit southwestern Japan has risen to 34, ... ( read original story ...)
Japan earthquake death toll climbs to at least 25 as hopes wane for more rescues
The Kumamoto prefectural government said the powerful earthquake that hit southwestern Japan earlier this week has now killed at least 25 people, although the true death toll was likely higher. ( read original story ...)
New Japan trade body chief Takeshi Iwaya vows to visit China soon; business exchanges cannot replace Tokyo’s political correction: expert
VCG. Former Japanese foreign minister Takeshi Iwaya said on Wednesday that he would seek to arrange an early delegation ... ( read original story ...)
Japan earthquake death toll hits 18 as teams race to find people missing in damaged mall and paper factory
The powerful earthquake that rocked southern Japan has killed at least 18 people and more remain missing in a damaged shopping mall and a paper factory. ( read original story ...)