Talks on seafood trade are expected to be on the agenda on Wednesday when Japan's foreign minister visits China, Japan's largest export market for aquatic products until Beijing placed a blanket ban ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s corporate service inflation accelerates in November
A leading indicator of Japan's service-sector inflation hit 3.0% in November, accelerating for a second straight month, data showed on Wednesday, backing up the central bank's view that rising wages ... ( read original story ...)
New Japan books the first ladder match in Tokyo Dome history
Tokyo Dome. Here’s NJPW’s explanation for how “the first ever ladder match in Tokyo Dome history” came about as a result of what went down on Monday: After a tag team preview in Korakuen Hall for ... ( read original story ...)
Japan atomic bomb survivors say Nobel Prize gives fresh impetus to disarmament push
Survivors of the U.S. atomic bombings on Hiroshima and Nagasaki said being recognised with a Nobel Peace Prize has given them a new incentive to push for nuclear disarmament ahead of the 80th annivers ... ( read original story ...)
Japan selects two groups for third offshore wind power round
Japan's industry and land ministries on Tuesday selected two consortiums, one including energy major BP , as operators for two offshore wind blocks in a third major round of public auctions. ( read original story ...)
Yokohama Rubber’s Geolandar X-CV tires coming factory-equipped on all-new Nissan Patrol
Hiratsuka, Japan—The Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd., announced that it is supplying its GEOLANDAR X-CV tires as original equipment (OE) to all-new Nissan Patrol, large SUVs, which were launched in the ... ( read original story ...)
Japan aims to cut greenhouse gas emissions 60% by 2035 vs 2013 levels
Japan's environment and industry ministries on Tuesday finalised a plan to cut greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 60% from 2013 levels by 2035, up from its 2030 goal of a 46% cut. ( read original story ...)
China and Japan expected to discuss seafood ban on Wednesday
China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi will hold talks with his Japanese counterpart Takeshi Iwaya in Beijing on Wednesday, the Chinese foreign ministry said, when both men are expected to address China's ... ( read original story ...)
Why couples in Japan treat Christmas like a second Valentine’s Day
Japan’s most-followed religion is Shintoism, with less than 1% of its population being Christian. And yet, the nation celebrates Christmas in full spirit, with an extra helping of romance. ( read original story ...)
Japan Aims for 60% Emissions Cut by 2035 in Target Seen as Lax
Japan is pushing through a new target to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 60% by 2035, even as the plan faces criticism as lacking in ambition. ( read original story ...)
‘Something unbelievable happened’: K.Will faces travel booking chaos ahead of Osaka trip
Singer K.Will was left frustrated after finding himself without a plane ticket at the airport, despite purchasing one through an online travel platform. ( read original story ...)
Kisnorbo joins Yokohama F. Marinos after Victory exit
Patrick Kisnorbo has joined J1 League club Yokohama F. Marinos as an assistant coach following his sudden exit as Melbourne Victory boss. ( read original story ...)
Why Japan’s Newest Luxury Hotel Should Be On Every Black Woman’s Travel List
From a sky-high urban sanctuary in Osaka to an ancient garden oasis in Kyoto, two luxury hotels showcase Japan's striking contrasts ... ( read original story ...)
Unruly Passenger Forces U.S.-Bound Flight to Divert to Tokyo
A Cathay Pacific flight destined for Boston diverted to Japan because of an unruly passenger who allegedly assaulted people during a midair meltdown. Passengers endured a 15-hour delay and a forced ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s former Emperor Akihito marks his 91st birthday
Japan’s beloved former Emperor Akihito marked his 91st birthday on Monday, as he continues to pursue his lifetime research into goby fish, care for his wife and pray for peace. ( read original story ...)
Kawasaki Heavy repeated fake transactions for decades to create funds for Japan MSDF
Major defense equipment maker Kawasaki Heavy Industries Ltd. engaged in fictitious transactions with business partners for some 40 years to g ( read original story ...)