President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that he has "potential" trade deals with India, South Korea and Japan as he seeks to convert his tariff policy into trade agreements. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Sumitomo, Builders Vision back US rare earths startup Phoenix Tailings
Japan's Sumitomo and impact investment fund Builders Vision have invested in U.S.-based rare earths processing startup Phoenix Tailings, the latest move by manufacturers to boost production of the ... ( read original story ...)
Everywhere You Need to Go in Japan
The best places to stay, eat, shop and visit across the country, according to Japanese artists, designers and chefs. ( read original story ...)
Snake causes power outage, Tokyo-Osaka shinkansen services disrupted
Services were temporarily disrupted Wednesday on the Tokaido Shinkansen bullet train line connecting Tokyo and Osaka after a snake t ... ( read original story ...)
The Newest Hotel in Osaka, Japan, Is in One of the City’s Most Impressive Buildings, With an On-site Onsen and an 11-acre Park Next Door
The hotel is in the buzzy Umekita neighbor, near Osaka Station and the new 11-acre Umekita Park. Entry-level rooms feel lavish, with walk-in closets, deep soaking tubs, and glass- ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama Tire to Implement 10% Price Increase on U.S. Tires Starting May 1
According to Stan Chandgie, the Yokohama price increase is in response to the rise in costs associated with materials and finished goods. ( read original story ...)
Cricket Confirmed for Asian Games 2026 in Nagoya
Cricket has been retained for the Asian Games 2026, while Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) is set to make its debut at the continental meet, the Olympic Council of Asia has confirmed. "The latest development ... ( read original story ...)
Mixed martial arts to make Asian Games debut at Nagoya
Mixed martial arts will make its Asian Games debut next year in Nagoya, Japan, while cricket will remain on the programme after its controversial return at Hangzhou, the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) ... ( read original story ...)
Football: Sociedad to play Yokohama FC in summer friendly
Real Sociedad, counting Japan attacker Takefusa Kubo among their squad members, will play Yokohama FC this summer as part of their preseason tour in Japan, the J-League first-division club said ... ( read original story ...)
Japan aims for steady progress as automakers’ losses balloon, top negotiator says
Japan's top trade negotiator Ryosei Akazawa said on Wednesday that he aims for steady but quick progress in tariff negotiations with the United States as losses at the country's automakers from the ... ( read original story ...)
Cricket retained for 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games in Japan
The Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) has retained cricket for the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, to be held in Japan from September 19 to October 4. The matches will be held in Aichi Prefecture but the ... ( read original story ...)
Self-driving bus at Osaka expo has minor collision with wall
A self-driving shuttle bus used to ferry visitors to the World Exposition in Osaka had a minor collision with a wall Monday after the ... ( read original story ...)
Ex-diplomat convicted after filming nude boy in Tokyo bath stripped of government medals
Resilience medal on April 14 and his Long Service medal on April 22. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Games-Mixed martial arts to make Asian Games debut at Nagoya
(Reuters) -Mixed martial arts will make its Asian Games debut next year in Nagoya, Japan, while cricket will remain on the programme after its controversial return at Hangzhou, the Olympic Council of ... ( read original story ...)
MMA to make Asian Games debut next year in Japan
Mixed martial arts (MMA) will make its Asian Games debut next year when Nagoya hosts the continent's premier sporting event, organizers said on Tuesday. Cricket was also formally approved for ... ( read original story ...)
Cricket’s Fate at the 2026 Asian Games Still Hangs in the Balance
Cricket and mixed martial arts were initially approved for inclusion in the 2026 Asian Games, which are set to be co-hosted by Japan’s Aichi Prefecture and its capital, Nagoya. However, uncertainty ... ( read original story ...)