Japan is expected to waive visa requirements for certain tourists and remove a limit on daily arrivals in October as it aims to benefit from a rebound in global tourism, Nikkei reported on Thursday. ( read original story ...)
Lionel Messi apologised for scoring in Club World Cup final for Barcelona in 2015
Lionel Messi's relationship with Argentina and its fans has been an emotional rollercoaster. It wasn't until the Paris Saint-Germain star led his nation to its first trophy of the 21st century ... ( read original story ...)
Champions Kawasaki slip up in pursuit of leaders after Nagoya draw
Defending J1 League champions Kawasaki Frontale's title defence took a hit on Wednesday as they threw away a lead in a 1-1 draw with Nagoya Grampus. ( read original story ...)
Japanese Student Asks Interviewees “What’s It Like Being Black In Japan?”
A Japanese college student named Takashii creates YouTube videos where he interviews random strangers on a host of different topics. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka shows glimpse of Beyonce’s birthday party in Instagram post
In a post on Osaka’s Instagram, the four-time Grand Slam winner and Cordae are pictured in a photo booth print-out, with the words “Beyoncé’s 41st Birthday” clearly writt ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama’s Heather Adelman: Grow People to Grow the Business
As a former college athlete, Heather Adelman is competitive by nature. She’s always striving to get to the next level, adding to her skillset and isn’t afraid to pick up the work when things need to ... ( read original story ...)
These are the latest additions to Greater Tokyo’s logistics supply
Nearly 1.7m sqm of new space was introduced in H1 2022. In Greater Tokyo, nearly 1.7 million sq m of new logistics space was introduced to the market in the first half of 2022, indicating that the ... ( read original story ...)
Yebisu beer brewing to return to Tokyo’s Ebisu in 2023
Sapporo Breweries Ltd. will brew the premium Yebisu beer brand at its birthplace of Tokyo’s Ebisu district for the first time in 35 years. ( read original story ...)
JR Tokai, Shizuoka leader still at odds over maglev line plan
SHIZUOKA--The president of Central Japan Railway Co. (JR Tokai) and the prefectural governor met on Sept. 13 but failed to resolve an impasse that is delaying construction work on the maglev Chuo ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo doctor accused of fake COVID vaccine documents says he gave saline shots
A doctor suspected of defrauding a municipal government for coronavirus vaccination commission payments has reportedly told Tokyo police that he administered saline solution to some people who came ... ( read original story ...)
Japan steps up yen ‘psychological warfare’ with calls to traders
A fresh collapse in the Japanese yen halted on Wednesday after authorities cranked up their warnings over a drop in the currency and called traders to quiz them on market conditions. The yen has ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo reports 10,593 new coronavirus cases on Wednesday
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government reported 10,593 new cases of the coronavirus on Wednesday. The number is down more than 2,900 from a week ago. The daily tally in the capital has fallen week-on-week ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo registers 10,593 more coronavirus cases on Sept. 14
The Japanese capital reported 10,593 coronavirus infections on Sept. 14 after recording 8,855 cases the previous day, the Tokyo Metropolitan ... ( read original story ...)
Unlicensed driver arrested after allegedly dragging man 650 m in Osaka hit-and-run
A 60-year-old driver has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and traffic violations after allegedly hitting a man and dragging him ... ( read original story ...)
Video of Japanese model falsely shared as ‘lifelike robot greeting passengers at Tokyo airport’
A video has been viewed tens of thousands of times after it circulated alongside a claim that it shows a lifelike robot greeting and hugging passengers at an airport in Tokyo. However, the claim is ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s Nikkei share average closes down 2.78 pct
Japan's benchmark Nikkei average closed down 2.78 percent at 27,818.62 on Wednesday, while the broader Topix shed 1.90 percent at 1,948.83. The views and opinions expressed herein are the views and ... ( read original story ...)