A newly discovered crustacean has been named after Ranma 1/2's main character because they're both male and female. ( read original story ...)
Sense of Place: Tranquil Uji meets bustling Tokyo in the music of luvis
We're kicking off our latest Sense of Place series with an interview and performance from luvis. The singer-songwriter grew up in Uji, a beautiful city south of Kyoto that's surrounded by nature and ancient history. Now, luvis resides in bustling Tokyo, and his music fuses those two experiences into a sound that's both serene and ...
Japan’s economy bounces back, supporting case for more rate hikes
Japan’s economy expanded by a much faster-than-expected annualized 3.1% in the second quarter, rebounding from a slump at the start of the year thanks to a strong rise in consumption and backing the case for another near-term interest rate hike. ( read original story ...)
Japanese noir thriller Tokyo Swindlers is mired in high stakes violence and real estate fraud
You are unearthing something that will entertain, enlighten, amuse, horrify, mangle, jangle, keep you riveted,” bestselling American novelist Harlan Coben said about pulp fiction in an introduction to ... ( read original story ...)
Confused By The Politics Of Crypto? Follow The Incentives
It's clear that candidates for the US presidency all have strong incentives – either politically or financially – for supporting crypto.
Every Norwegian now indirectly owns $27 worth of Bitcoin as sovereign wealth fund ups crypto stake
Norway's $1.7 trillion sovereign wealth fund upped its holdings in crypto exhanges, increases its indirect Bitcoin coverage by 62%.
Japan braces for once-in-a-century mega earthquake; worst-case scenarios predict it can kill over 300,000
Experts warn of a possible megaquake in Japan with a magnitude more than 9 on the Richter scale. A recent advisory to this effect has prompted widespread panic, with Prime Minister Kishida canceling a trip to oversee potential government response. ( read original story ...)
Trump once said crypto was a scam. Disclosures show he now owns more than $1M of it.
Trump's financial disclosure reveals over $1 million in Ethereum, marking a shift from his previous stance on crypto, which he once called a 'scam.' ...
Japan’s SoftBank picking stock winners in India’s red-hot IPO market
The Tokyo-based investment firm made a total of $155 million by selling some shares in the three recent Indian offerings, according to Bloomberg calculations based on company disclosures. While ...
Sapporo encourages Aussies to ‘Win This Fish’ in new promotion and campaign via Sunday Gravy
One of Japan's most iconic delicacies has paired itself with another – premium grade tuna – in a promotion that’s as legendary as the beer that inspired it. Beginning today, Australians are able to en ... ( read original story ...)
Typhoon approaches Tokyo, disrupts transport during peak season
Travelers face disruption during the peak holiday season as Typhoon Ampil approaches Japan:: Tokyo, Japan::"There are a lot of people moving around because we're in the homeward-bound rush period after the Obon holiday, ( read original story ...)
‘Very strong’ typhoon buffets Japan’s Pacific coast
A "very strong" typhoon buffeted Japan's Pacific coast with fierce winds and heavy rain on Friday, forcing the cancellation of hundreds of flights and trains in the Tokyo area and leaving over 4,000 homes without power. ( read original story ...)
Airkitchen Offers Opportunity For Hosting Cooking Classes In Europe
REGISTER YOUR EXPERIENCE 2. RECEIVE BOOKING REQUESTS FROM GUESTS 3. HOST YOUR COOKING EXPERIENCE WITH GUESTS NAGOYA, AIC ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s Key Nikkei Index Closes 3.64% Higher
Tokyo's key Nikkei index surged on Friday to cap a strong week on the back of strong US economic data and a weaker yen against the dollar. ( read original story ...)
Who are Amy Luciani and Tokyo Vanity? Internet reacts as Reality star duo allegedly steal each other’s chain and pet dog
Amy Luciani and Tokyo Vanity are trending on social media after they posted videos of them allegedly stealing each other's chain and pet dog. ( read original story ...)
Barclays warns of Japan-style recession risk for China
China's economy is currently caught in a vicious cycle characterized by a slowdown in investment, production, and consumption, compounded by a deteriorating labor market and declining property values. ( read original story ...)