The Japanese government is considering issuing a novel coronavirus state of emergency for Osaka Prefecture, where new infection cases are increasing markedly. Osaka Governor Hirofumi Yoshimura on ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese businessmen brighten makeup industry amid pandemic
The coronavirus pandemic has pushed many businesses in Japan to the edge of financial ruin, but Takumi Tezuka, who owns a makeup and hair salon for men in Tokyo, has seen his customer ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Flexes Its Talons
Suga was hawkish on China, but the soft-power U.S.-Japan alliance needs work. ( read original story ...)
The Monday Roundup: Tokyo’s ‘High Line’, Bikes mean business, no cops needed, and more
These are the most noteworthy items our community came across in the past seven days… Fear anywhere is a threat to safety everywhere: An absolute must-read Read More » ... ( read original story ...)
Former Head of NEC’s Unified Communications Business, Makoto Omi, Joins Intermedia Cloud Communications to Lead Operations in Japan
Intermedia Cloud Communications, a leading provider of cloud communications solutions, announced that Makoto Omi has been named as ... ( read original story ...)
Photo shows forecast of tsunami path in Japan after 2011 earthquake
As the Japanese government announced it would release treated water from a nuclear plant into the ocean, multiple social media posts shared a purported satellite image of the resulting pollution. But ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka governor says ‘we are in a critical situation’ as virus cases surge
Osaka Gov. Hirofumi Yoshimura indicated Monday he intends to ask the central government to declare a fresh state of emergency in Osaka Prefecture amid a resurgence of coronavirus cases. The decision ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo, Osaka may go back to state of emergency
A recent surge in coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) cases could see major parts of Japan slide back into states of emergency with authorities in Tokyo and Osaka looking at renewed curbs to stop the ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks open lower on concerns Japan-China ties may worsen
In the first 15 minutes of trading, the 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average shed 123.59 points, or 0.42 percent, from Friday to 29,559.78. The broader Topix index of all First Section issues on the Tokyo ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks end mixed as coronavirus fears offset tech issue gains
Tokyo stocks ended mixed in choppy trading Monday as gains in technology issues were offset by concerns about a further spread of cor ... ( read original story ...)
What’s the impact of Japan dumping radioactive water into sea?
Where does the polluted water come from? A 9-magnitude earthquake struck the coastal area of northeastern Japan on March 11, 2011. The ensuing tsunami caused the Fukushima nuclear accident. To cool ... ( read original story ...)
Renesas Joins the Responsible Business Alliance to Enhance Supply Chain Sustainability
Renesas today announced it has joined RBA, supporting the rights of workers and to ensure that its manufacturing processes are responsible. ( read original story ...)
Big Ideas for Japanese Small Caps
Newsletter writer on Tokyo Stock Exchange's Mothers section discusses opportunities he says await with Japanese startups. ( read original story ...)
5.8-magnitude earthquake jolts Japan’s Miyagi prefecture
Tokyo: An earthquake measuring 5.8 on the Richter scale struck off Japan's Miyagi Prefecture on Sunday, according to the authorities. The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) said the ... ( read original story ...)
South Korea concerned, US confident, over Japan’s contaminated water discharge
South Korean Foreign Minister Chung Eui-yong and U.S. climate envoy John Kerry met to discuss international efforts to tackle global warming. South Korea raised its concern over Japan's decision to ... ( read original story ...)
SKorea, US Show Differences over Japan’s Fukushima Plans
South Korea raised concerns over Japan's decision to release contaminated water from its crippled Fukushima nuclear plant into the sea with visiting U.S. ( read original story ...)