Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's announcement on Thursday that he would not abandon a massive Russian gas project was decided weeks ago when he told top officials in private he wouldn't risk ... ( read original story ...)
Disney Throws a Fit Over Florida But Keeps Mum on France, Tokyo, Even California
After acquiring ESPN, Marvel, Star Wars, and 20th Century Fox, the Walt Disney Company is well versed in acquiring large and popular enterprises to bolster its own portfolio. They may have gone too ... ( read original story ...)
Global investors back Cloudpick to revolutionise Japan’s retail market
Smart retail solution powerhouse Cloudpick attracts investment to scale operations, expand staff complement.'Although physical retail stores are ... ( read original story ...)
Japan reveals list of hard-to-substitute goods imported from Russia
Japan’s ministry of economy, trade and industry revealed a list of goods imported from Russia that can hardly be substituted in the short-range perspective. Japan Palladium mine List includes seven ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks end FY 2021 lower amid Ukraine crisis
Tokyo stocks ended lower Thursday, the final day of Japan's fiscal 2021 business year, as the market was weighed down by fears over a ... ( read original story ...)
What to expect at Osaka 2025 as Expo 2020 Dubai closes its doors
Building work for the expo site on the man-made Yumeshima island in Osaka bay, will begin in April 2023. The Dubai Expo organisers will hand over the flag to Japan during the closing ceremony on ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nikkei slips, heads for worst quarter in 2 years
Japan's Nikkei index fell on Thursday and was on course for its sharpest quarterly drop in two years, as investors booked profits at the end of fiscal year. TOKYO, March 31 (Reuters) - Japan's Nikkei ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s Nikkei share average opens down 0.78 pct
Japan's benchmark Nikkei average opened down 0.78 percent at 27,809.97 on Thursday, while the broader Topix shed 0.74 percent at 1,952.96. nAZN02C0IZ TOKYO, March 31 (Reuters) - Japan's benchmark ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s energy buyers warn that the weak yen threatens their business
The depreciation of the yen will amplify soaring energy and commodity prices that are hurting both companies and consumers. ( read original story ...)
Japan Industrial Production Rises 0.1% On Month In February
Industrial output in Japan picked up a seasonally adjusted 0.1 percent on month in February, the Ministry of Economy, Trade and ... ( read original story ...)
Surging Japanese yen triggers fall in Tokyo stocks on expected BOJ intervention
A stronger Japanese yen against the U.S. dollar that briefly hit the lower 121 yen level on Wednesday triggered a decline in Tokyo stocks on expectations that the Bank of Japan (BOJ) and the Japanese ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks open lower on ex-dividend selling
Tokyo stocks opened lower Wednesday as investors sold shares of companies whose business year ends this week after securing rights for dividend payments. In the first 15 minutes of trading, the ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese firms to scale back on distributing disposable plastics beginning April 1
Japans plastic waste recycling and promotion law will take effect on April 1, forcing businesses to reduce their reliance on 12 single-use plastic items, including forks, spoons, and toothbrushes. The ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Retail Sales Drop Adds to Fears of Stalled Recovery
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 ...)