Japan’s retail sales fell for a third straight month in February amid the country’s biggest wave of virus infections adding to concern that the economy’s recovery may have slipped back into reverse. ( read original story ...)
“Survey on Business Operations of Foreign-affiliated Companies in Japan” Summary of Survey Results
JETRO conducted a survey of 6,582 foreign-affiliated companies based in Japan from September to October 2021, and received valid responses from 1,315 companies (valid response rate: 20.0%). This ... ( read original story ...)
Misleading Post Claims Fukushima Nuclear Plant On Fire Following Japan Earthquake
The photo in the misleading post dates back to 2011, after the earthquake in Japan led to the eruption of gas storage tanks in Chiba Prefecture. ( read original story ...)
DEN IN TOKYO SECURES THE NO.1 SPOT AS THE LIST OF ASIA’S 50 BEST RESTAURANTS 2022 IS REVEALED
Den in Tokyo has secured the No.1 spot at the Asia's 50 Best Restaurants 2022 awards ceremony, sponsored by S.Pellegrino & Acqua Panna. The prestigious list was revealed today at simultaneous events ... ( read original story ...)
The Best Restaurant in Asia Is Den in Tokyo
The best restaurant in Asia is Den, in Tokyo. Den’s chef Zaiyu Hasegawa is known for his irreverent kaiseki menus—one of his most famous dishes is his version of fried chicken served in a box that ... ( read original story ...)
Japan, US to communicate closely on FX as yen hits 6-year low
TOKYO: Japan and the United States agreed to communicate closely on currency issues, Japan's top currency diplomat said on Tuesday (Mar 29) in his strongest statement yet since the yen's decline to ... ( read original story ...)
“Survey on Business Operations of Foreign-affiliated Companies in Japan”Summary of Survey Results
JETRO conducted a survey of 6,582 foreign-affiliated companies based in Japan from September to October 2021, and received valid responses from 1,315 companies (valid response rate: 20.0%). This ... ( read original story ...)
Japan conferred “the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Rossete” to Matiur Rahman
The Government of Japan has conferred “The Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Rossete” to Matiur Rahman, one of the founders of Japan-Bangladesh Chamber of Commerce & Industry (JBCCI), in ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka makes Miami quarterfinals, says she’s more grateful
Making the quarterfinals at a tournament used to be no big deal for Naomi Osaka. It was only a shock if it didn't happen. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Leading Financial Institution Invests $1.5 Billion In SBI TO Finance Maruti Suzuki
JBIC is a financial institution of Japan, and conducts lending, investment and guarantee operations while complementing private sector financial institutions. ( read original story ...)
KKR’s $2 Billion Sale of Japanese Tools Firm Koki Has Stalled
KKR & Co.’s attempt to sell its Japanese power tool and life science equipment maker Koki Holdings Co. has stalled, according to people familiar with the matter. ( read original story ...)
Most Japanese Back Nuclear for First Time Since Fukushima
For the first time in more than a decade, a narrow majority of Japanese now support restarting idled nuclear reactors, according to a poll in the country’s top business newspaper.Most Read from ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nikkei snaps 9-day winning streak, BOJ moves limit losses
Japan’s Nikkei index slipped on Monday, snapping a nine-day winning streak, as investors locked in profits ahead of the fiscal year-end this week. We apologize, but this video has failed to load. Try ... ( read original story ...)
Japex bases business plan on keeping Russian Sakhalin-1 energy stake
The head of oil and gas developer Japan Petroleum Exploration Co (Japex) said its new mid- and long-term business plan, unveiled on Monday, was based on an assumption that it would keep its stake in ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s Nikkei share average opens down 0.23 pct
Japan's benchmark Nikkei average opened down 0.23 percent at 28,084.08 on Monday, while the broader Topix gained 0.04 percent at 1,982.29. TOKYO, March 28 (Reuters) - Japan's benchmark Nikkei average ... ( read original story ...)
Japan business mood forecast to log first decline in 7 quarters
Economists are predicting the Bank of Japan's upcoming business sentiment report will show the first decline in seven quarters at large companies. Soaring costs of raw materials in the wake of ... ( read original story ...)