Naomi Osaka sparked rumors that she and her boyfriend, rapper Cordae, are no longer together after welcoming their first child this summer. "I just want someone that will watch the sunset with me," ... ( read original story ...)
Salt Lake City Emerges as Hopeful Host for 2030 and 2034 Winter Olympics as Sapporo Bows Out
In the grand amphitheater of world sports, the Olympic Games have always held a place of prominence. But in the northern Japanese city of Sapporo, the stage remains empty. Mayor Katsuhiro Akimoto, ... ( read original story ...)
Revitalised All Blacks aiming to slay World Cup demons of Yokohama
Scrum-half Aaron Smith, a veteran of the 2019 semi-final nightmare, says New Zealand will not make same mistakes ... ( read original story ...)
This Tokyo ‘masterpiece café’ is a step back in time for classical music lovers
Within the bustling Shibuya district lies a unique time capsule. The Lion Café is one of Tokyo’s oldest remaining meikyoku kissa, or masterpiece cafes. It opened its doors in 1926 and for almost a century has dedicated itself to the experience of listening to classical music. ( read original story ...)
Princess Cruises starts selling Yokohama-based cruises in 2025, serving 17 cruises to rediscover Japan
Princess Cruises has started selling Yokohama-based cruises in 2025, serving 17 cruises visiting 34 cities in South Korea and Taiwan as well as in Japan. ( read original story ...)
Tennis Star Naomi Osaka Ignites Cordae Split Rumors After Cryptic Posts, Scrubs Rapper From Instagram Feed
Naomi Osaka dropped a telling hint that she and her longtime boyfriend, Cordae, have called it quits months after welcoming their first child together. RadarOnline.comhas learned the former Tennis ... ( read original story ...)
Why Tennis Champ Naomi Osaka and Boyfriend Cordae Are Sparking Breakup Rumors Months After Welcoming Baby
Three months after welcoming their first baby together, tennis champ Naomi Osaka and rapper Cordae are sparking speculation they've called it quits on their four-year romance. ( read original story ...)
Yokohama to exhibit EV tyres, sustainability technologies at Japan Mobility Show 2023
Yokohama will exhibit its electric vehicle-compatible and sustainable technologies at the Japan Mobility Show 2023, (Tokyo Big Sight’s East Hall 2 in Koto-ku, Tokyo, 26 October to 5 November). The ... ( read original story ...)
China Arrests Japanese Executive Despite Tokyo’s Appeals
China formally arrested a Japanese pharmaceutical executive who had been detained since March in a move likely to further chill business travel to the nation. ( read original story ...)
Japan Banks Set to Commit $12.7 Billion Financing for Kioxia-WDC Merger
TOKYO (Reuters) - Japan's top banks are set to commit to 1.9 trillion yen ($12.7 billion) financing to support the merger of Kioxia Holdings and Western Digital's flash memory business, four people ... ( read original story ...)
GM, Honda and Cruise plan to offer driverless taxi rides in Japan in 2026
GM, Cruise and Honda are teaming up to introduce a driverless ride-hailing service in Japan, which could launch in early 2026 if things go according to plan. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s bank lobby head warns of hit to economy from rising yields
Japan's banking lobby head Masahiko Kato warned on Thursday further rises in long-term interest rates could hurt the economy as he spoke in the wake of an increase in the 10-year bond yield to a new ... ( read original story ...)
Japan invites Australia to join two military exercises for first time
Japan said on Thursday it had invited Australia to join two regular command post military exercises conducted with the United States for the first time. ( read original story ...)
Japan govt considering income tax cut to ease blow from inflation – NHK
TOKYO (Reuters) -Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is considering a temporary income tax cut as part of a package of measures to cushion the economic blow from rising living costs, public ... ( read original story ...)
Japan turns on tourists with higher train fares and photo ‘ban’
With overseas visitor numbers returning to pre-pandemic levels, parts of Japan are struggling to cope with the influx and the government has issued an over-tourism protection plan ... ( read original story ...)
Asia markets see broad sell off as Japan sees surprise trade surplus; Bank of Korea holds rates
Bank of Korea left interest rates unchanged. Japan saw a surprise trade surplus in September, Australia unemployment ticks down in September. ( read original story ...)