Control of Midway island was part of the Japanese navy’s plan to dominate the Pacific. American codebreakers had other ideas. ( read original story ...)
Ayush ministry showcases India’s wellness traditions at Osaka expo
Since May 2, nearly 55 sessions have been conducted with over 2,100 participants, including Japanese nationals and international delegates, according to an official statement. ( read original story ...)
Ayush Expo in Osaka getting wide attention: Ministry
The Ministry of Ayush on Tuesday said India’s approach to health and wellbeing is getting attention at the ongoing World Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan. It said that yoga has emerged as a major global ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama Rubber Reports Nearly $2 Billion in Revenue for Q1 2025
Yokohama Q1 2025 results reveal record sales but lower profits due to acquisition costs. Forecasts for full-year growth remain strong. ( read original story ...)
Japan PM Ishiba to sack farm minister Eto over rice remarks, Kyodo says
Japan's Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba plans to sack farm minister Taku Eto following remarks the minister made about rice, Kyodo News reported on Tuesday, citing multiple sources. ( read original story ...)
Family of woman who died in immigration custody demands full release of video
The family of a Sri Lankan woman who died at an immigration detention facility in central Japan has filed another lawsuit demanding the full release of surveillance footage taken while she was in ... ( read original story ...)
Malaysia’s IHH unit seeks up to $1.3 billion in damages from Japan’s Daiichi Sankyo
IHH Healthcare said on Tuesday its unit has filed a petition in a Tokyo court to revise damages sought from Japan's Daiichi Sankyo over its Fortis Healthcare stake buy to up to 109.3 billion rupees ... ( read original story ...)
Experience the “Xiamen Day” at Expo 2025 Osaka and Embark on a New Journey of Diverse Exchange
At the end of this month, the 'Xiamen Day' will be launched at Expo 2025 Osaka, Japan. Individuals from all sectors are welcomed to this grand celebration. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Honda to scale back on electric vehicles, focus on hybrids
Honda Motor said on Tuesday that it was scaling back its investment in electric vehicles given slowing demand and would be focusing on hybrids, now far more in favour, with a slew of revamped models. ( read original story ...)
Kiefer Ravena signs extension with Yokohama in Japan B.League
Kiefer Ravena has signed an extension with Yokohama B-Corsairs for the upcoming season of the Japan B.League. Ravena said he was ecstatic to return to play for Yokohama as his quest to make the ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s super-long bond yields soar to records as market frets about demand
The longest-dated Japanese government bond yields soared to all-time highs on Tuesday, as investors' worries about demand for the debts flared following a poor auction of 20-year securities. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Yokohama city govt, companies look to help elderly live longer, healthier with makeup
TOKYO: The Yokohama city government and companies are encouraging the elderly to apply makeup and care for their skin, hoping this will lead to good health and improved quality of life. ( read original story ...)
Candlelight illuminates Osaka this June during one night of art, music and markets
Nishi-Umeda Candle Days will fill the park and streets with candle installations, live concerts, workshops and more ... ( read original story ...)
Four arrested under Tokyo’s strict yakuza gang laws – but not for the reason you think
Think of Japan’s famed yakuza gangs and you might think of heavily tattooed men getting into bloody fights – the stuff of action films and video games. But last week four men were arrested in Tokyo ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks climb in morning as exporter issues sought on weaker yen
Tokyo stocks climbed Tuesday morning as exporter issues were bought on a weaker yen, but gains were limited as some investors remaine ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka Expo to offer visitors cool rest area in electric bus from June
The Japan Association for the 2025 World Exposition hopes visitors will use the bus to avoid heatstroke in the summer heat. ( read original story ...)