Fear of a massive earthquake, amplified by both soothsayers and social media, is prompting some travelers to steer clear of Japan. And for many, it’s a comic book that’s scaring them away. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Princess Aiko visits shops run by people affected by Noto quake
Japan's Princess Aiko has visited temporary shops in Shika Town, Ishikawa Prefecture, run by people affected by the massive earthquake that hit the Noto Peninsula on New Year's Day last year. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Yoshinoya bets big on ramen noodles for next phase of expansion
Japan's Yoshinoya said on Monday it was betting on ramen noodles for its next phase of growth, looking to turn it into a third business pillar along with 'gyudon' beef bowls and udon noodles. ( read original story ...)
Carlyle on Japan hiring spree after new $3 billion buyout fund
Private equity has found a sweet spot in Japan in recent years, where borrowing costs remain low and companies have become receptive to selling off operations. ( read original story ...)
Noto municipalities struggle with quake-damaged vacant houses
There are at least 47 damaged houses whose owners are unclear in Wajima, and at least 35 in the city of Nanao. ( read original story ...)
Most female execs doubt Japan will hit 30% goal for women in top jobs
Over half of female business leaders in Japan doubt the country will reach its target of having women occupy 30 percent of top corpor ... ( read original story ...)
Western Japan trying to lure inbound tourists with taste of samurai
Currently, foreign visitors to Japan often travel the "Golden Route" comprising Tokyo, Mount Fuji, Kyoto and Osaka. Municipalities in areas west of Osaka hope that travelers will extend their ... ( read original story ...)
Princess Aiko arrives in Ishikawa to visit quake-hit areas
Princess Aiko, the daughter of Japan's Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako, arrived in Ishikawa Prefecture by shinkansen on Sunday to inspect the progress of reconstruction following the massive Noto ... ( read original story ...)
Discover How Japan’s Skyscrapers Defy Earthquakes with Cutting-Edge Engineering Innovations
Japan is a global leader in earthquake-resistant architecture, where skyscrapers don’t just reach for the sky—they are engineered to withstand powerful tremors. In this video, explore the incredible ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s bond market sees rapid yield surge, signaling major economic shift
AFTER years of moving at a glacial pace, yields in Japan’s $7.8-trillion government debt market are shifting higher at breakneck speed. The moves in the nation’s longer-maturity bonds have been ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Sakurajima volcano eruption shoots 2-mile-high ash plume into sky
Japan's Sakurajima volcano in Kagoshima erupted on Thursday, sending a towering column of ash nearly two miles into the sky. Spectacular timelapse footage captured the powerful moment. Local ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Display CEO Callon to step down over struggling panel business
Japan Display Inc. said Thursday that CEO Scott Callon will step down to take responsibility for the company's struggling panel busin ... ( read original story ...)
Subcontractors for Osaka-Kansai Expo pavilions complain of non-payment
OSAKA (TR) – Two subcontractors that worked for a main contractor on overseas pavilions at the Osaka-Kansai Expo are struggling to be paid, reports Mainichi Broadcasting System (May 13). ( read original story ...)
Japan mulls expanding industries eligible for foreign skilled workers
Japan is considering expanding the scope of industries under the Specified Skilled Worker visa for foreigners to address a severe lab ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s economy shrinks as Trump’s trade war hits exports and shakes confidence
The government has reported that Japan's economy contracted at an annual rate of 0.7% in the first quarter, as U.S. President Donald Trump's trade war hurt exports and dented consumer confidence. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo, Osaka top trending destinations for summer travel
Tokyo and Osaka are the world's number 1 and 2 top trending destinations for summer travel (June–September 2025), according to the annual Mastercard Economics Institute (MEI) report on consumer ... ( read original story ...)