Amid the video game industry’s cruel fire sale of highly skilled workers, one region remains notably untouched: Japan. (Excluding Tango Gameworks, which was shuttered at the direction of its US owner, ( read original story ...)
Paris Olympics: French capital will prove value of hosting Games, says Tokyo organiser
People in the French capital will be glad they are hosting the event, says Seiko Hashimoto, whereas Tokyo was marred by pandemic, corruption. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo by-elections setback a blow to the LDP, but maybe not to Kishida
Sunday’s poor performance might not have much impact on the prime minister’s prospects for reelection as LDP president. ( read original story ...)
Komodo dragon to be exhibited at Nagoya zoo
A Komodo dragon, the world's largest lizard, will be housed at a central Japan zoo, the city of Nagoya said Monday, making it the on ... ( read original story ...)
Nagoya Institute of Technology Scientists Unlock the Potential of Anti-Perovskites Through a Convenient One-Step Synthesis Route
Although perovskites have attracted a lot of attention lately, anti-perovskites hold just as much potential as functional materials. Bearing a similar crystal structure to perovskites but with an ... ( read original story ...)
Alarming slump leaves Harry Kewell, Yokohama F. Marinos facing a relegation battle
It is perhaps a loss in squad depth that has proven an issue for Marinos, following the departure of rising star Joel Chima Fujita to Belgian Pro League outfit Sint-Truiden, while reliable rotation ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s $1.5 Trillion Pension Whale to Trigger Waves in Stocks, Currencies
And it owns one of the world’s biggest dollar stashes.Many analysts say Tokyo is getting ready to redirect some of those government-controlled dollars back into yen assets, a decision that could ripple through global financial markets given the sums involved. ( read original story ...)
UAE Pavilion Announces Participation in Expo 2025 Osaka with Groundbreaking Ceremony
Discover the innovative design of the UAE Pavilion at Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan, inspired by tradition and sustainability. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s ruling LDP reeling from defeat in Tokyo assembly by-elections
Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party was reeling in shock on Monday following its defeat in the Tokyo metropolitan assembly by-ele ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s tech and gaming odyssey: Things to do
Discover retro gaming bars. Amid Tokyo's futuristic landscape lie hidden gems that cater to nostalgia: retro gaming bars. These cozy spots are filled with classic consoles and gam ( read original story ...)
Japan Should Phase Out Coal Power by 2035, Climate Group says
Japan can triple its renewables capacity and aim to phase out coal power by 2035, a group of companies and NGOs said, as it urged the government to be more ambitious in accelerating its energy transition. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s base pay rises by most in 31-years, part-time workers see robust gains
By Tetsushi Kajimoto TOKYO (Reuters) -Japanese workers saw their average base pay climb 2.5% in May - the fastest pace in 31 years as bumper pay hikes offered by companies in annual wage negotiations ... ( read original story ...)
Bank of Japan signals progress in wage, price hikes
The Bank of Japan (BOJ) said labour shortages are prodding smaller firms to hike wages and pass on rising costs through price increases, signaling confidence the country was making progress toward ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Faces Tight Power Supply on Scorching Heat, Plant Outages
Hotter-than-normal summer temperatures are stretching the Tokyo grid, prompting the metropolitan region’s utility to urge consumers to use electricity efficiently. ( read original story ...)
The Yen Is Plunging. So Is Japan’s Defense Budget.
Japan is struggling to fund plans that would significantly bolster its military readiness amid rising regional threats. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s base pay gains hit 31-year high, signal broadening wage gains
Average base pay for Japanese workers rose in May at its fastest pace in 31 years, data showed on Monday, a sign that bumper pay hikes offered by companies in annual wage negotiations are gradually ... ( read original story ...)