The operator of discount retailer chain Don Quijote on Friday opened a food-focused store near Nagoya, central Japan, to help househ ... ( read original story ...)
Madrid: Naomi Osaka wins first match on clay in 2026, to face qualifier in 3R
Osaka defeated Camila Osorio to set up a Madrid third-round meeting against Anhelina Kalinina. ( read original story ...)
Japan renews FX warning, ready for ‘decisive action’ with US coordination
By Makiko Yamazaki TOKYO, April 24 (Reuters) - Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama renewed warnings of currency intervention on Friday, stressing "decisive action" in close coordination with ... ( read original story ...)
Japan responds to nuclear waste dump fears for Guam; Parkinson plans public roundtable
Japan assured responsible disposal of waste, risk assessment, and respecting community input, as it responded to Sen. Will Parkinson’s concerns about risks to Guam of Japan’s plans to designate one ( read original story ...)
Bank of Japan seen dropping hawkish signs even as it keeps rates steady
By Leika Kihara TOKYO, April 23 (Reuters) - The Bank of Japan is expected to keep interest rates steady next week but signal its readiness to hike them as soon as June, as a war-driven energy shock puts policymakers on guard against mounting inflation risks. ( read original story ...)
Osaka food tours spotlight Asia’s booming culinary travel scene
Osaka’s latest immersive food tours are attracting global travelers as Asia’s culinary tourism surges, blending local dishes with cultural exploration. Guides lead visitors beyond busy districts into ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka revitalised in Madrid thanks to new travel partner
Naomi Osaka revitalised in Madrid thanks to new travel partner - The Japanese star cast doubt on her future in the sport after an early loss in Miami. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka gives update after retirement hint as star makes winning return at Madrid Open
A month later, Osaka returned to competition on the clay courts in Madrid, winning the last four games of her opening-round match to beat Camila Osorio 6-2 7-5, and appeared a lot happier. And it’s no ... ( read original story ...)
Time Out Market Osaka announces two new kitchens
The evolving market is set to welcome a revolutionary new ramen shop and one of Osaka’s most beloved Thai restaurants ... ( read original story ...)
Jinju to host esports championships Asia ahead of 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games
A preview of the esports games that will be featured at the upcoming Asian Games in Japan will unfold in Jinju, South Gyeongsang, about five months ahead of the Asiad, the Ministry of Culture, Sports ... ( read original story ...)
Chinese navy brushes past Okinawa islands as tensions with Japan flare
(Corrects paragraph 5 to say a group of Chinese naval vessels sailed through the Yokoate Waterway on Sunday, not the Yonaguni-Iriomote Waterway) BEIJING, April 22 (Reuters) - China said a group of its ... ( read original story ...)
Sapporo Is Selling Stone Brewing Again—Here’s Why That Might Be Good for American Craft Beer
A passing of the beer can—San Diego craft beer staple, Stone Brewing, is being sold to a new owner. Per a report from Axios, Japanese brewer Sapporo is set to save around $23 million by selling off ... ( read original story ...)
EXCLUSIVE: Dior’s New Osaka Flagship Will Feature a Couture-inspired Facade by Sou Fujimoto
Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Two architectural powerhouses — Peter Marino and Sou Fujimoto — have joined forces to design Dior’s latest flagship in Japan, set ... ( read original story ...)
Asian Games 2026 live telecast: Sony acquires broadcasting rights for India
The Games will be held in Japan from September 19 to October 4, 2026, with live coverage available on Sony Sports Network channels and streaming platform Sony LIV ... ( read original story ...)
Stone Brewing assets transferred as Sapporo restructures US operations
Stone Brewing, San Diego’s largest craft brewer headquartered in Escondido, is being sold again to Firestone Walker Brewing Company and Duvel Moortgat USA, according to its subsidiary, Sapporo. ( read original story ...)
Why is Sapporo stock sliding 6% after selling its US beer unit?
Sapporo Holdings stock slid as much as 6.4% on Wednesday after the Japanese brewer said it would sell Stone Brewing to Firestone Walker and Duvel Moortgat. The move is being read less as a clean ... ( read original story ...)