Rejecting an emergency appeal, a U.S. Supreme Court justice has cleared the way for the extradition to Japan of two Americans accused of helping Carlos Ghosn flee. ( read original story ...)
Powerful Quake Hits Japan, Evoking a Worrisome Memory
The epicenter of the quake was off the coast of Fukushima Prefecture, the site of a massive earthquake and tsunami in 2011 that killed thousands and caused meltdowns at a nuclear plant. ( read original story ...)
Accused Ghosn accomplices lose high court bid to avoid extradition to Japan
Authorities say Michael and Peter Taylor helped former Nissan boss flee the country tucked in a box on a private jet ... ( read original story ...)
Strong earthquake shakes Japan’s northeastern coast | Raleigh News & Observer
The Japan Meteorological Agency says a strong earthquake has hit off the coast of northeastern Japan, shaking Fukushima, Miyagi and other areas. ( read original story ...)
After embracing digital commerce, Tokyo Tokyo staff to receive COVID shots to ensure customers’ safety
From cashless transactions to preparing and delivery of food via mobile tech, Japanese restaurant chain Tokyo Tokyo took another step toward ensuring the safety of its employees and customers. Tokyo T ... ( read original story ...)
Blac Chyna’s Parents, Tokyo Toni and Eric Holland, Had a Rocky Relationship
Who are Blac Chyna's parents? Eric cheated on Tokyo and had kids that are months apart from the star in age, as featured on 'Rob & Chyna.' Get the tea. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Olympics chief Yoshiro Mori resigns, apologizes for sexist remarks
The head of the Tokyo Olympics resigned Friday after a scandal over sexist remarks he made about women threatened to overshadow preparations for the pandemic-hit games. It was unclear who would ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Olympics head Yoshiro Mori resigns after uproar over sexist remarks
But it's unclear what effect the controversy over Yoshiro Mori's statements will have on the games or Japan's gender inequality issues. ( read original story ...)
YAMAHA MOTOR: Consolidated Business Results Summary — Fiscal Year 2020 Ending December 31
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. (TOKYO:7272) announces consolidated business results for the full fiscal year. Net sales were 1,471.3 billion yen (a decrease of 193.5 billion yen, or 11.6% compared with the ... ( read original story ...)
Head of Tokyo Olympics quits over sexist remarks about women
Yoshiro Mori has stood down as the organisation’s president ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Games sponsors criticize outgoing Mori over sexist comments
TOKYO -- Several Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic ... (Japanese original by Shiho Fujibuchi, Tsuyoshi Goto and Koki Mikami, Business News Department) ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Insurance Market to see Booming Business Sentiments
Japan Insurance Industry Governance Risk and Compliance is latest research study released by HTF MI evaluating the market highlighting opportunities risk side analysis and leveraged with strategic and ... ( read original story ...)
Moderate earthquake of magnitude 4.6 just reported 98 km southeast of Koseda, Japan
Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) reported a magnitude 4.6 quake in Japan near Koseda, Kumage-gun, Kagoshima, only 14 minutes ago. The earthquake hit around n ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Olympics chief Mori’s exit has been long overdue
The country has been embarrassed again by an antediluvian politician, with media at home and abroad condemning Mori’s remarks and the mindset it represents. ( read original story ...)
Rise in alcohol addiction-related consultations far steeper in Japan prefs hit by 2011 quake
In contrast with lower rises in the rest of the country, consultations for excessive drinking and other alcohol-related issues have increased at a gre ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Olympics boss scandal indicative of wider sexism problem – The Backstory with Matt Bevan
Tokyo Olympics boss Yoshiro Mori become a lightning rod for criticism of the increasingly unpopular Games after making sexist comments at a board meeting. He is expected to resign today, but his story ... ( read original story ...)