An interview with the opposition party leader on the push for political reform and setbacks to the upcoming World Expo in his political stronghold.
Wall Street’s record hot streak just hit a wall
You can blame China, Trump, Apple, and Nvidia.
What happened at the last Olympics? A look back at Tokyo 2020
While the eyes of the world will soon be upon Paris and the sporting competition, we take a look back at the last summer Olympics, which took place in the Japanese capital of Tokyo, and marked the second time the city had acted as host after Asia’s first Olympics in 1964. ( read original story ...
I’m from Japan, home to some of the world’s longest living people: 8 foods I eat every day
Nutritionist and longevity expert Michiko Tomioka shares the foods she always eats to promote longevity, inspired by her experiences growing up in Nara, Japan. ( read original story ...)
‘Almost’ Everyone in Crypto’s a Winner in a Second Trump Administration
Bitcoin miners and crypto companies that have been stonewalled in efforts to go public in the US may ultimately be the biggest winners in the digital-asset world under a second Donald Trump presidency ...
Ether ETFs are coming. Here’s how Wall Street sees the funds impacting the world’s 2nd-biggest crypto
The spot ether ETFs are set to launch as soon as next week. But analysts have different opinions on how ether's price might move.
Italy Triumphs Over Japan: Quesada Reflects on Successful Summer Tour
Italy concluded their summer tour with a decisive 42-14 victory over Japan in Sapporo, as highlighted by manager Gonzalo Quesada. Despite some disciplinary issues, the team showcased resilience and ... ( read original story ...)
Sumo: Terunofuji seals winning record after 8 straight wins at Nagoya
Yokozuna Terunofuji fended off Shonannoumi on Sunday to secure a winning record for the Nagoya Grand Sumo Tournament in just eight d ... ( read original story ...)
Japan: Major Flooding After Severe Thunderstorm With Torrential Rain Hits Central Tokyo
A severe thunderstorm hit central Tokyo and surrounding areas on Saturday evening, July 20. The storm brought lightning strikes and torrential rains, prompting warnings for heavy rain and flash flooding. ( read original story ...)
Why Japanese researchers are looking to submarine cables for faster tsunami warnings
While Japan boasts one of the world's most sophisticated earthquake and tsunami detection systems, gaps still remain. ( read original story ...)
From Silent Stands in Tokyo to Roaring Crowds in Paris: Olympics 2024 Witness Record Ticket Sales
Following empty stands at Tokyo Olympics 2020, record 8.8 Million tickets have been sold for Paris Olympics 2024, according to IOC Sports Director Kit McConnell. ( read original story ...)
20% of Japan firms have no medium-term plans, poll finds
A survey found that about 10% of companies with medium-term plans are considering changing the duration of their plans or making other reviews. ( read original story ...)
Earthquake of magnitude 5.62 strikes Japan’s Hokkaido, GFZ says
An earthquake of magnitude 5.62 struck Japan's Hokkaido on Sunday, GFZ (German Research Centre for Geosciences) said. ( read original story ...)
Gacha capsule toy business booms in Japan, with sights set abroad
Japan's capsule toy industry has come a long way from the corner of the supermarket, as it enjoys a new boom at home that is spurring ... ( read original story ...)
Unused stones for Osaka Castle diverted to expo toilet pillars
Stone blocks originally cut for use in the rebuilding of Osaka Castle after its destruction in the 1615 Summer Siege of Osaka but ultimately not utilized are planned to be repurposed as pillars for ... ( read original story ...)
Explainer: What are Japan’s tactics, based on latest suspected intervention to prop up the yen?
TOKYO - Japan is suspected to have intervened in the foreign exchange market to prop up the yen on several occasions in July, underscoring its discomfort over the pain the currency’s fall is ...