The company plans to implement the system at up to 20 stores by 2022. (Japanese original by Yuki Machino and Hajime Nakatsugawa, Business News Department) ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s gubernatorial election results align with recent history
Residents of Japan's capital frequently votes to return the incumbent — though typically for different reasons. ( read original story ...)
Businesses downtown board up ahead of weekend protests
Since the pandemic hit in March, Osaka has not re-opened their dining area. "I'd say our business is at 60 percent or so of normal. that's kind of offset because we don't have to employ as many ... ( read original story ...)
Facet Technologies Sues Asahi Polyslider for Misappropriation of Trade Secrets and Tortious Interference
The complaint alleges that Asahi, a medical device manufacturer headquartered in Osaka, Japan ... its operations in order to keep its business alive. Even so, Asahi’s violations of The Uniform ... ( read original story ...)
Early earthquake alert system remains flawed but tolerated
The Asahi Shimbun aims “to achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls” through its Gender Equality Declaration. Inclusive Tokyo. Lets ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo faces another critical weekend as daily infection rate hits record high
Not only has the situation intensified dramatically, the countermeasures policymakers had at their disposal before might no longer be an option. ( read original story ...)
Jason Ito: The Honolulu Japanese Chamber of Commerce’s new board chair navigates business and tourism in the time of COVID-19
The Honolulu Japanese Chamber of Commerce’s new board chair navigates business and tourism in the time of COVID-19. ( read original story ...)
Japanese e-Commerce Industry Analysis 2017-2026
Commerce Market is expected to reach USD 325.9 billion by the end of the year 2026. This report captures a detailed analysis of Japan eCommerce Market and provides an all-encompassing analysis of the ... ( read original story ...)
The Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics were supposed to start this week. Here’s what’s happening instead
The problem, however, is that Tokyo is now experiencing another surge in Covid-19 ... chief communications and business affairs officer at the museum. "Powered by RFID technology, guests can customize ... ( read original story ...)
No kissing, no sharing: can Tokyo’s hostess bars survive Covid-19?
On Thursday, Tokyo reported a record 366 new infections ... representative director of the Nightlife Business Association (NBA), adding the government had not acknowledged clubs’ attempts to implement ... ( read original story ...)
UN sustainability goals set standard for Japanese businesses
As Akio Toyoda revealed the extent of the fallout from coronavirus in May, the head of the world’s second-largest carmaker concluded his 20-minute address with a promise to tackle ambitious targets ... ( read original story ...)
With Tokyo’s red-light district closed, bars and restaurants must make their own rules
On Thursday, Tokyo reported a record 366 new infections ... representative director of the Nightlife Business Association, adding the government hadn’t acknowledged clubs’ attempts to implement ... ( read original story ...)
Asia Today: Tokyo sets virus case record as holiday begins
People wearing face masks to help protect against the spread of the new coronavirus walk in the central business district in Melbourne ... Kanagawa prefecture, near Tokyo, Thursday, July 23, 2020. A ... ( read original story ...)
Q & A: Kumiko Zimmerman, The First Japanese Woman To Own And Operate A Tequila Company
Don Sueños has not only garnered attention for its high-quality tequila, but also for its dedication to charitable causes. ( read original story ...)
ZS Opens Osaka Office to Strengthen its Japanese Client Service and Access to Top Talent
"We have been serving clients in the Osaka region for several years now. The investment in the new office will help us continue building on our business expansion and growth strategy, solidifying our ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s domestic travel campaign gets off to rocky start
TOKYO -- A controversial Japanese campaign to promote domestic travel kicked off Wednesday, but the demand outlook remains dim going into a four-day holiday weekend as Tokyo and now Osaka grapple ... ( read original story ...)