Sanae Takaichi, the newly-elected head of Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party, held talks about a possible coalition with leaders of the right-leaning Innovation Party on Thursday, in a bid to ... ( read original story ...)
Yoshinaga Sayuri to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award at Tokyo Film Festival
Japanese cinema legend Yoshinaga Sayuri will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 38th Tokyo International Film Festival. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s Oedo Line to expand northwest improving access for Nerima Ward
Three new stations in the predominantly residential ward will improve rail access in areas of the capital currently underserved by public transportation. ( read original story ...)
Japan LDP’s Takaichi explores coalition with right-leaning party in premiership bid
Japan's weakened Liberal Democratic Party is set to begin policy talks on Thursday with the Japan Innovation Party (JIP) as Sanae Takaichi, the ruling party's new leader, woos an ally to help clinch a ... ( read original story ...)
Tekscend Photomask shares jump 11% in Tokyo debut
Tekscend Photomask shares jumped 11 per cent in their Tokyo debut on Thursday, joining in a run of gains for tech stocks in the country.The manufacturer of photomasks, which are used to transfer ... ( read original story ...)
As Japan prepares to vote on new government, coalitions vie for power
The Japanese Diet is scheduled to vote on the nation's next prime minister on Tuesday, which has political parties angling to gain support for their candidates. ( read original story ...)
Yokohama lays out plans to successfully integrate Goodyear OTR business
HIRATSUKA, Japan— Yokohama Rubber Co. (YRC) plans to revise the production allocation and network of the former Goodyear OTR business following its acquisition earlier this year. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka survives 3-setter, injury to advance at Japan Open
Naomi Osaka fought through an injury to defeat defending champion Suzan Lamens 7-6 (6), 3-6, 6-2 and advance to the quarterfinals of the Japan Open on Wednesday.The No. 1 seed in her home-country ... ( read original story ...)
China Sends Armed Ships Into Japan-Claimed Waters in Record Streak
China’s coast guard has increased the tempo and duration of its patrols since Japan nationalized the Senkaku islands in 2012. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka cuts short on-court interview after win in Japan: ‘I’m sorry’
Naomi Osaka is through to the quarter-finals of the WTA 250 event in Osaka, though it wasn’t a straightforward path. After edging out the first set in a tiebreak, she dropped the second 6-3 to Dutch ... ( read original story ...)
Sources: Sapporo picks preferred bidder for real estate unit
NHK has learned that Japan's Sapporo Holdings has given preferential negotiating rights to overseas investment funds for the purchase of its real estate unit. ( read original story ...)
Tearful Osaka battles injury to reach Japan Open quarterfinals
Naomi Osaka battled through injury to reach the quarterfinals of the Japan Open on Wednesday, choking back tears after hitting the winning shot against defending champion Suzan Lamens. ( read original story ...)
Tearful Osaka Battles Injury To Reach Japan Quarter-finals
Naomi Osaka battled through injury to reach the quarter-finals of the Japan Open on Wednesday, choking back tears after hitting the winning shot against defending champion Suzan Lamens. ( read original story ...)
Osaka: Naomi Osaka suffers injury scare very late in match but gets over finish line
No. 1 seed Naomi Osaka had to receive a medical timeout very late in her round-of-16 match at the WTA 250 tournament in Osaka but still managed to close out world No. 57 Suzan Lamens 7-6 (6) 3-6 6-2. ( read original story ...)
Despite injury scare, Naomi Osaka dethrones defending champ Lamens in Osaka
Naomi Osaka battle spast defending champion Suzan Lamens in three sets to reach the Kinoshita Group Japan Open quarterfinals, but suffered an injury scare in the match's closing stages. ( read original story ...)
China Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka Wins Gold Award
On the evening of October 12, local time, the Awards Ceremony for Expo 2025 Osaka took place at the Expo site. The China Pavilion was honored with the Gold Award for Exhibition Design in the ... ( read original story ...)