Japan says it is ready to contribute 25 million dollars to a new loan program to help emerging and developing economies fight climate change. The program is run by the Asian Development Bank.
Anti-revision groups rally in Tokyo against arms buildup on Constitution’s 76th anniv.
On May 3, the 76th anniversary since Japan's postwar Constitution came into effect in 1947, tens of thousands in favor of keeping the documen･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Japan PM heads to Seoul as ties warm over North Korea threat
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will visit Seoul this weekend as the two countries seek to bury historical animosities and reboot their relationship in the face of a growing threat from North ... ( read original story ...)
Is Japan’s military fit for purpose?
Rattled by the rise of China, Tokyo has introduced a record increase in defence spending. But experts say it also needs a complete change in mindset ... ( read original story ...)
FTX Seeks to Claw Back $3.9 Billion in Cash, Crypto from Genesis
FTX Group is seeking to claw back close to $3.9 billion of cash and crypto from bankrupt digital asset lender Genesis Global Capital LLC and a non-bankrupt affiliate, GGC International Ltd.
Sports Digest: Trevor Bauer picks up 4-1 victory in debut with Yokohama
Bauer, scattered seven hits in seven innings, allowed one run, struck out nine and threw 98 pitches in Yokohama DeNA Baystars’ 4-1 victory against the Hiroshima Carp before 33,202, which the team said ... ( read original story ...)
Dango samurai swords appear in Tokyo’s Harajuku, so Mr Sato heads out to try them
When our Harajuku-loving, young-at-heart reporter Mr Sato visited, he purchased the store’s most famous signature sweet — the “ Hana Yori Dango ” (“ Dango Over Flowers “). This gigantic skewer ... ( read original story ...)
IMF sees uncertainty over Japan’s monetary policy, spillover globally
The International Monetary Fund on Thursday warned of "uncertainty" around the direction of Japan's monetary policy, saying a possible shift from ultra-low interest rates could have a significant ... ( read original story ...)
FTX Asks for Billions Back From Bankrupt Crypto Lender Genesis
The bankrupt crypto exchange filed clawback claims against the crypto lender.
Japan’s 1st casino hits new snag: reluctant lenders
Japan's first-ever casino resort project in Osaka is lining up lenders for a record 550 billion yen ($4.1 billion) syndicated loan after getting the government's green light, but some banks that had ...
Majuru pledges to deliver world class Osaka 2025 Expo campaign
ZIMTRADE chief executive officer, Mr Allan Majuru, has paid tribute to Government for the honour of being appointed to lead the country’s campaign as Commissioner General at the Osaka Expo 2025 in ...
Meet Misa Asaba: The Maître De Maison Preserving A 543-Year-Old Legacy At An Iconic Japanese Ryokan
As the Maître de Maison at Asaba Ryokan, a traditional Japanese inn located in the Shizuoka Prefecture two hours south of Tokyo by bullet train, Misa Asaba is part of a 543-year-old family legacy. Her ... ( read original story ...)
NATO to open Japan office to enable Indo-Pacific consultation, Nikkei Asia reports
NATO is planning to open a liaison office in Japan, its first in Asia, to facilitate consultations in the region, the Nikkei Asia reported on Wednesday, citing Japanese and NATO officials.
Does “the earthquake chewed my data” trump “the dog ate my homework”?
Feedback ponders a novel excuse for missing data and brings readers the very latest on bonobos' preference for grapes over parsnips ... ( read original story ...)
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. joins crypto fray as top politicians square off on industry’s future
Presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. briefly waded into the national debate over crypto on Tuesday, pointing to a blog post by author Ellen Brown, who wrote about the federal government's ...
NATO plans to open office in Japan media
The US-led military bloc wants to deepen Asia-Pacific cooperation according to Nikkei Asia Japan and NATO are reportedly seeking to incre ...