The first thing you notice on arrival at the grand entrance of the Four Seasons in Osaka is silence. It may be located in the heart of one of Japan ’s busiest cities, but this newly opened skyscraper ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese banks slide most of financial stocks in tariff-roiled week
Japanese banks stocks accounted for three of the five biggest decliners in the financial sector last week as financial markets worldwide were rocked from the larger-than-anticipated tariffs President ...
Japan stocks extend declines as Trump tariffs roil markets, Nikkei falls over 3%
Asia-Pacific markets are set to extend declines, tracking steep losses on Wall Street after U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs rattled global markets.
Yokohama Tire Renews Partnership with Bassmaster
Yokohama Tire expands its Bassmaster partnership, sponsoring the Elite Series and launching new activations for fishing enthusiasts. ( read original story ...)
Boxing: Inoue vows to put on show in Las Vegas fight in May
Undisputed super bantamweight boxing champion Naoya Inoue said Saturday he is looking to impress the crowd in Las Vegas when he ta ... ( read original story ...)
Japan rebuts criticism of its response to Myanmar earthquake rescue
A Japanese medical care unit arrived at the disaster site in Myanmar on Wednesday, four days after a Chinese team began its rescue work. ( read original story ...)
27-year-old man arrested for assaulting father by throwing TV remote control at him
Police in Sapporo have arrested a 27-year-old man on suspicion of assaulting his 62-year-old father by throwing a TV remote control at his head, causing a laceration. According to police, the incident ... ( read original story ...)
How Black paratroopers saved the US from Japan’s WWII firebombs
Sgt. Joe Harris was one of an elite group of Black paratroopers during World War II. He is being laid to rest today. He was 108. ( read original story ...)
Osaka: Japan’s longest pedestrian suspension bridge opens; structure spans 420m over lake
IBARAKI, Osaka (Japan): The country’s longest pedestrian suspension bridge has opened in Ibaraki, Osaka Prefecture. The 420-meter-long bridge was built across a lake created by a dam and is surrounded ... ( read original story ...)
Cherry trees at Japan Mint in Osaka now open, but book quickly
OSAKA--The grounds of the Japan Mint in Osaka’s Kita Ward opened to the public on April 5 in an annual event to show off the hundreds of flowering cherry blossom trees. ( read original story ...)
I found an oasis of silence in one of Japan’s busiest cities
It may be located in the heart of one of Japan’s busiest cities, but this newly opened skyscraper hotel is an oasis of calm in magnificent chaos, with no sense of the overtourism the country is ... ( read original story ...)
Univ. of Tokyo to open new department in 2027, classes all in English
The University of Tokyo said Friday that it will open its first new undergraduate department in about 70 years in September 2027, wit ... ( read original story ...)
‘Something that looks more like Bloomberg:’ Blockworks founder on data, DAS, and the next crypto wave
Bloomberg is well known for products like the Bloomberg Terminal, which is used by hundreds of thousands of individuals and businesses for unparalleled insight into stocks, bonds, and other financial ...
Asia’s first Time Out Market opens in Osaka – here’s what to expect
Osaka has always been one of Hongkongers' favourite getaways. From stunning historic temples to family attractions, not to mention its incredible food scene, there's so much to do that one weekend ...
Blue Impulse jets to fly over iconic Tower of the Sun, Osaka Castle on Expo opening day
The Japan Air Self-Defense Force (ASDF)'s Blue Impulse aerobatics team will fly above several landmarks in Osaka Prefecture before showcasing･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Ukraine reveals details about pavilion at Osaka Expo
Ukrainian government officials have revealed details about their pavilion at the upcoming World Expo in Osaka. They plan to display objects that symbolize life under Russia's invasion. ( read original story ...)