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 ...)
Japan’s top business lobby group pushes for separate surnames option
In response to Keidanren's push, the ruling Liberal Democratic Party held internal discussions on the issue for the first time in about three years. ( read original story ...)
5.9 Magnitude 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 ...)
Harassment by boss top reason for job leavers to turn to Tokyo quitting agency: survey
Harassment by superiors was the top reason for job leavers in Japan to turn to a job-quitting agency to resign on their behalf, a survey by t･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Floods: Victim Of Two Quakes Attempts Another Fresh Start With Wife’s Memory
Two huge earthquakes 17 years apart robbed Shoichi Miyakoshi first of his wife, and then his home. Now, his temporary dwelling flooded after heavy rains deluged Japan's Noto Peninsula, he must start afresh again. ( read original story ...)
Japan tsunami: Magnitude 5.9 earthquake triggered by volcanic activity sparks terrifying warning
A terrifying tsunami warning has been issued after a 5.9 magnitude earthquake rocked Japan. A tsunami wave with a height of 20cm has been observed at Kozushima Port, according to a local newa outlet via NTV News. While a tsunami of 50cm was observed in Hachijo-jima, Hachijo Town, Tokyo. ( read original story ...)
Floods and landslides wreak havoc in Japan’s Ishikawa Prefecture
Not only in Central Europe do floods and human tragedies occur. In the Japanese prefecture of Ishikawa, record rainfall has caused flooding and landslides, tragically resulting in fatalities. The cities most affected were Wajima and Suzu, ( read original story ...)
Floods, landslides hit central Japan months after major quake
Floods and landslides killed one person and left at least 11 missing in central Japan, with recovery teams at work on Sunday in a remote peninsula already devastated by a major earthquake this year. ( read original story ...)
BREAKING: Japan earthquake sparks 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 was seen in Hachijo-jima, Hachijo Town ... ( read original story ...)
Japan: Damage From Flooding In Wajima
Heavy rain caused extensive flooding in central Japan over the weekend, with at least one person reported dead and several more unaccounted for. Officials said “unprecedented” rainfall generated floods and landslides in Ishikawa prefecture, ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Sept factory activity slips, PMI shows
Japan's factory activity eased in September due to softer production, although further expansion in the service sector supported overall business momentum, a survey showed on Tuesday.The au Jibun Bank ... ( read original story ...)
After vowing to restore Japan’s economy, Kishida leaves unfinished business
Japanese leader’s ‘new capitalism’ produced some positive results but economy still faces major obstacles, analysts say. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Suzuki: Monitoring impacts from central banks’ monetary policies
Japan’s Finance Minister Shunichi Suzuki said on Tuesday ... the author has no position in any stock mentioned in this article and no business relationship with any company mentioned. The author has ... ( read original story ...)
In a First, Japan Fires Flares Against Russian Military Aircraft
(Bloomberg) -- Japanese fighter jets fired warnings flares against a Russian military aircraft that Tokyo said repeatedly entered the country’s territorial airspace, in an unprecedented move against a ... ( read original story ...)
Earthquake today: Tsunami warning in Japan after Izu islands experience 5.9 magnitude tremors
A magnitude 5.9 earthquake struck the Izu Islands, prompting Japan’s Meteorological Agency to issue a tsunami advisory for waves up to 1 metre ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Struggle With Rice Inflation to Continue After Harvest
Bags of rice are expected to start filling the shelves of Japan’s supermarkets again soon as farmers harvest their new crop, though the increase in supply will do little to tame higher prices. ( read original story ...)