Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party will choose its new leader on Friday, after Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s surprise announcement that he’s stepping down. But what do we know about those vying ... ( read original story ...)
Earthquake Off Japan Coast Triggers Tsunami Advisory
The earthquake occurred off the coast of Torishima Island, which is uninhabited, at 8:14 a.m. on Tuesday, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency. ( read original story ...)
Kushiro province in Japan’s Hokkaido sees 5.7-magnitude earthquake
On Thursday, the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) reported that an earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 5.7 struck off the coast of Kushiro, l ... ( read original story ...)
Some 7-Eleven owners in Japan welcome foreign bid, hoping for change
As much as Jun Nagao doesn't like the idea of foreigners scooping up Japanese companies, the former 7-Eleven franchise owner thinks a takeover would bring welcome change to the retail giant where he ... ( read original story ...)
Some 7-Eleven owners in Japan fed up with strategy, welcome foreign bid
TOKYO (Reuters) - As much as Jun Nagao doesn't like the idea of foreigners scooping up Japanese companies, the former 7-Eleven franchise owner thinks a takeover would bring welcome change to the ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Biggest Motorcycle Retailer Just Got Bought By Bain Capital, Oh Great
Let's say it's your dream to start a motorcycle shop, and through a lot of hard work and determination, you're able to pull it off. That's how the company now known as Red Baron Group first started in ... ( read original story ...)
Ninth body recovered in flood-hit Japan region
Rescuers on Wednesday recovered the body of a ninth victim of severe floods which battered parts of central Japan last week, local media said.Japan is prone to natural disasters and routinely faces serious flooding and landslide damages. ( read original story ...)
How would California’s skyscrapers survive a huge earthquake? L.A. County is about to find out
The Gas Company Tower, one of Los Angeles' tallest skyscrapers, may get a new lease on life if a sale goes through. But officials want to make sure it's seismically safe. ( read original story ...)
Sidec handpicked these 9 M’sian startups to pitch to the Tokyo govt. Here’s what they learnt.
Sidec brought Malaysian startups to Japan to pitch to investors in Tokyo. Here are their biggest lessons and advice. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s PM race: Old problems, new faces, and a 30-year debate on surnames
As candidates vie for the role of prime minister, the debate over surnames has become symbolic of Japan's appetite for reform or the desire to cling to the status quo: Japan election ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s corporate service inflation steady, BOJ focusing on Oct data
A leading indicator of Japan's service-sector inflation held steady at 2.7 per cent in August, data showed on Wednesday, underscoring the central bank's view that rising wages are prodding more firms ... ( read original story ...)
More middle-aged job changers in Japan switching to startups; improved wages a factor
Startups are not usually considered a prime destination for changing jobs in terms of either salary or working conditions. However, major Jap･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Chipmaker Kioxia drops Oct. listing plan, biggest Tokyo IPO in 2024
Japanese chipmaker Kioxia Holdings Corp. no longer plans to list its shares on the Tokyo Stock Exchange in October, which could have been the largest initial public offering in the Tokyo market this ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Floods: Heavy Rains, Damaged Houses & Submerged Cars
Heavy rains pounded central Japan's Noto, prompting evacuation orders for tens of thousands of people and causing blackouts for over 6,000 households. Flooding in several regions led to cars being submerged and debris piling up near damaged houses in Wajima and Noto. ( read original story ...)
Japan earthquake sparks chilling tsunami warning after 5.9 mag quake puts people on alert
A chilling tsunami warning has been issued following a 5.9 magnitude earthquake that shook Japan. A local news outlet via NTV News reported a 20cm high tsunami wave observed at Kozushima Port, while a 50cm tsunami wave was seen in Hachijo-jima, Hachijo ... ( read original story ...)
Unveiling Tokyo’s daily life myths
Contrary to popular belief, Tokyo's streets are not exclusively filled with people in suits or traditional kimonos. While business attire is common in certain districts and kimonos are worn on special ... ( read original story ...)