Eneos is on the hunt for acquisitions in renewable energy despite the yen’s plunge as Japan’s largest oil group pledged that Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the global energy crisis would not reverse ... ( read original story ...)
Japan top currency diplomat: would respond firmly to excessive FX moves
Japan would firmly respond to any excessive currency fluctuations, its top currency diplomat Masato Kanda said, following the yen's sharp fall to a 32-year low to the dollar. ( read original story ...)
Man caught filming up woman’s skirt on escalator in Sapporo
Police in Sapporo have arrested a 24-year-old man on suspicion of disturbing the public peace after he was caught using his smartphone to film up the skirt of a woman. According to police, the ... ( read original story ...)
The 16 most amazing attractions in Nagoya
In Nagoya you will find some beautiful attractions that you just cannot miss! Places like Nagoya Castle, The Little World Museum Of Man, and Legoland Japan and many more. Continue reading to know more ... ( read original story ...)
Ex-Tokyo Olympic executive to be investigated over fresh bribery case
Japanese prosecutors are set to build yet another corruption case against a former Tokyo Olympic executive for allegedly accepting bribes from a company that sold officially licensed stuffed dolls of ... ( read original story ...)
Bradley in Japan, Koepka in Saudi Arabia end long droughts
Keegan Bradley closed with a 2-under 68 to win the Zozo Championship on Sunday for his first PGA Tour title in more than four years. Bradley, who won the PGA Championship as a rookie in 2011, dropped ... ( read original story ...)
Japan makes contingencies to safeguard against risk of gas shortages
State-owned Japan Oil, Gas and Metals National Corp (JOGMEC) will be allowed to buy liquefied natural gas (LNG) on behalf of utilities when normal procurement by private companies becomes difficult, ... ( read original story ...)
Family’s Visit to ‘Pig Cafe’ in Japan Is an Experience Like No Other
They have a reputation for rolling in mud and being dirty, but these farm animals are adorable if you really pay attention! One place in Japan is capitalizing on their cuteness by offering the ... ( read original story ...)
From Federer to Osaka: The Top 5 Late-Season Comebacks
Federer closed the 2011 season out with a 17-match win streak. There’s no question that 2011 was all about Novak Djokovic, who recorded one of the best seasons ever on the ATP Tour. But what about the ... ( read original story ...)
Ex-Tokyo Olympic exec to be probed over fresh bribery case
Japanese prosecutors are set to build yet another corruption case against a former Tokyo Olympic executive for allegedly accepting bribes from a company that sold officially licensed stuffed dolls of ... ( read original story ...)
Turn around, and you’ll see this Tokyo convenience store is also something else【Taste test】
In Tokyo’s Shibuya district, there’s a convenience store that, from certain angles, looks like any of a thousand others in Japan. As pictured above, along the back wall you’ll find chilled cans of ... ( read original story ...)
Soccer: Kohei Kawata heroics help Kofu upset Hiroshima to lift Emperor’s Cup
Goalkeeper Kohei Kawata saved a penalty at the end of extra-time and another in the subsequent shootout to help J-League second-di ... ( read original story ...)
Ex-Tokyo Olympic executive to be probed over fresh bribery case
Japanese prosecutors are set to build yet another corruption case against a former Tokyo Olympic executive for allegedly accepting br ... ( read original story ...)
COVID-19 tracker: Tokyo reports 2,714 new cases
Tokyo confirmed 2,714 new cases of COVID-19 on Sunday, up by about 470 from a week before, as the seven-day average came to 3,064.6, compared with 3,070.4 a week earlier. The number of infected people ... ( read original story ...)
Kofu outlasts Hiroshima to claim maiden Emperor’s Cup title
The J. League second-division team held the fort against its J1 opponent, earning its first major trophy after a dramatic penalty shootout at Nissan Stadium. ( read original story ...)
Half marathon marks legacy of Tokyo Games
A half marathon was held in Tokyo on Sunday to commemorate last year's Olympic and Paralympic Games. About 14,000 people, including top Japanese and foreign runners and Paralympic athletes, took part ... ( read original story ...)