Kathy Matsui of MPower Partners Fund says focusing on good governance and other sustainable investing values will drive growth and higher returns over the long term. ( read original story ...)
Japan proposes four-day working week to improve work-life balance
The Japanese government has just unveiled its annual economic policy guidelines, which include new recommendations that companies permit their staff to opt to work four days a week instead of the ... ( read original story ...)
Japan police probe Uber Eats for suspected breach of immigration law
Japanese police on Tuesday filed a notice of investigation against the local office of food delivery service Uber Eats for suspected breach of immigration law. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Governor Koike taking break due to fatigue, reportedly in hospital
Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike is taking a break from official duties this week and resting due to fatigue, a metropolitan government official said on Tuesday, confirming a report by public broadcaster ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks up nearly 3% on US bounceback
Tokyo stocks rose nearly three percent at the break on Tuesday, rebounding from the previous session as Wall Street came back from a rout last week. ( read original story ...)
An Earthquake in Japan Speaks to a Sea Wall in San Francisco
The challenges of climate change are everywhere but maybe no more so than in coastal cities that face dual threats of seismic activity and rising seas. ( read original story ...)
Moderate magnitude 4.0 quake hits 24 km northwest of Nemuro, Japan in the afternoon
An earthquake of magnitude 4.0 occurred in the afternoon on Tuesday 22 June 2021 at 5:10 pm local time near Nemuro, Nemuro-shi, Hokkaido, Japan, as reported by Japan's National Re ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s Nikkei share average closes up 3.12 pct
Japan's benchmark Nikkei average closed up 3.12 percent at 28,884.13 on Tuesday, while the broader Topix gained 3.16 percent at 1,959.53. TOKYO, June 22 (Reuters) - Japan's benchmark Nikkei average ... ( read original story ...)
Olympics-Alcohol plans draw criticism from parched Tokyo residents
Olympic organisers will allow the sale of alcohol to Tokyo 2020 spectators, Kyodo News reported on Tuesday, drawing criticism as residents of the capital grapple with curbs on bars to prevent the ... ( read original story ...)
WIDER IMAGE Postcards from Tokyo: light and shadow ahead of pandemic Olympics
The Tokyo Tower and other landmarks were lit in special Olympic colours in April to mark 100 days before the Summer Games opened, but were shrouded in clouds of mist when rain enveloped the Japanese ... ( read original story ...)
ON-Volleyball at the Tokyo Olympics
Focus on volleyball at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics: Members of Japan's women's national volleyball team warm up on the court at the opening ceremony of the Ariake Arena, which will host volleyball and ... ( read original story ...)
Japan to require airlines submit business improvement plans by late August
The step is part of the transport ministry's efforts to help pandemic-hit airlines maintain their flight routes. ( read original story ...)
In-depth Research on Japan Household Appliance Market Business Status, Industry Trends and Outlook 2018-2025
According to the report published by The japan household appliance market report offers an extensive analysis of key growth strategies drivers opportunities key segment Porter s Five Forces analysis ... ( read original story ...)
Japan ramps up vaccination campaign as Tokyo, other regions shift to quasi virus emergency
The Japanese government's plans for companies and universities to begin administering COVID-19 vaccines on-site began on Monday for people aged under 65, while seven prefectures including Tokyo ... ( read original story ...)
Once Treated as a Nice-to-have, Soft Skill, Wise Leaders Know Emotional Intelligence Is Central to Business Strategy and Success
With the deluge of news stories, you’re to be forgiven if you missed the recent news of tennis star Naomi Osaka dropping out of the French Open – not for reasons of physical injury, but something less ... ( read original story ...)
SK-II STUDIO Returns to Support Women Entrepreneurs Across Tokyo
Launched by Forsman & Bodenfors, the film goes beyond the Tokyo olympic stadium to show the everyday fight of female business women in Japan Furthering its commitment towards its brand purpose ... ( read original story ...)