It will serve as an education centre as well as a place to remember the victims of the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake ... ( read original story ...)
3/11 quake-related suicides in Japan total 246
The number of suicides linked to the massive 2011 earthquake and tsunami in northeastern Japan totaled 246 in the 11 years to January, according to government data. One of those was Mutsuko Iitsuka, ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese cat renewals stabilise after post-typhoon turmoil
Japanese cedants are pushing for commission increases on their vast earthquake quota share reinsurance covers at 1 April, as the influence of the historic 2011 Tohoku disaster finally recedes. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Sony and Nintendo halt business in Russia
The firms are the latest global brands to join a growing exodus from Russia following its invasion of Ukraine. ( read original story ...)
Japan wholesale price inflation hit a 41-year high in February
Japan's producer prices rose by the most in over 41 years in February, driven mainly by surging prices of crude oil and raw materials. ( read original story ...)
3/11 quake-related suicides in Japan total 246 in 11 years
The number of people who committed suicide associated with the 2011 massive earthquake and tsunami in northeastern Japan totaled 246 ... ( read original story ...)
‘At peace’ Osaka readies for Indian Wells challenge
Four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka returns to Indian Wells, scene of her breakthrough triumph in 2018, with a new outlook on a tennis career plunged into turmoil in 2021. ( read original story ...)
These companies continue to do business in Russia
Although public pressure is building on major corporations to exit the country, a number of prominent players carry on. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka shows off North Carolina jersey ahead of Indian Wells
The four-time Grand Slam champion sported a North Carolina Courage jersey during the build up to the Indian Wells Masters tennis tournament this week. ( read original story ...)
2,523 Remain Unaccounted for after 2011 Earthquake, Tsunami
A total of 2,523 people in six Japanese prefectures are still missing 11 years after the March 2011 major earthquake and tsunami, which struck the Tohoku northeastern region, the National Police ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Embedded Finance Markets and Investment Opportunities Report 2022-2029
The "Japan Embedded Finance Business and Investment Opportunities Databook - 50+ KPIs on Embedded Lending, Insurance, Payment, and Wealth Segments - Q1 2022 Update" report has been added to ... ( read original story ...)
DOBOT Unveils Second-Generation M1 Pro Collaborative Robot at iREX 2022 in Tokyo
DOBOT, a world-leading provider of intelligent robotic solutions, is showcasing a rich collection of robots along with the unveiling of its second-generation SCARA collaborative robot, the M1 Pro, at ... ( read original story ...)
No Tsunami in Japan after Eruption in Papua New Guinea
The Japan Meteorological Agency said Wednesday there is no fear of tsunami hitting Japan following a major volcanic eruption in Papua New Guinea. The eruption of the Manam volcano in the South Pacific ... ( read original story ...)
Ascott Trust acquires 5 longer-stay lodging assets in Japan for $125 million
Ascott Residence Trust (ART) is acquiring four rental housing properties and a student accommodation property in Japan for a total investment of 10.4 billion yen (S$125 million). . Read more at ... ( read original story ...)
Japan downgrades Q4 GDP on service sector weakness
Japan's economic rebound was softer than initial estimates in the final quarter of 2021, revised data showed on Wednesday, as the pickup seen in consumer and business spending was weaker than first ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese retailer refuses to exit Russia: ‘Clothing is a necessity of life’
Japanese fashion retailer Uniqlo will not follow the Western trend of shuttering its business in Russia, saying, “Clothing is a necessity of life.” ... ( read original story ...)