Tokyo police are investigating yet another case of graffiti at Yasukuni Shrine in the capital. The shrine honors Japan's war dead. Those remembered include leaders convicted of war crimes after World ... ( read original story ...)
Will crypto’s growth hinge on becoming a daily currency?
Their conversation highlighted differing perspectives on whether crypto must become a daily currency for it to have a significant impact. Nelson opened the discussion by addressing the concerns ...
Exclusive-Japan, Tokyo governments target $4.7 billion valuation for Tokyo Metro in IPO, sources say
Japan's national and Tokyo governments are seeking a 700 billion yen ($4.7 billion) valuation for Tokyo Metro as they prepare to list the subway operator as early as October-end, three sources said, ... ( read original story ...)
Japan ruling LDP to hold leadership election on Sept 27, Fuji TV says
Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) is finalising its plans to hold the party's leadership election on Sept. 27, Fuji TV reported on Monday. ( read original story ...)
Asia markets take a breather after last week’s rally; inflation data and central bank decisions on deck
Traders will watch out for central bank releases, including the Bank of Korea's rate decision and minutes of the Reserve Bank of Australia's August meeting.
Discovering Undiscovered Gems In Japan August 2024
Japan’s stock markets have shown a strong rebound recently, with the Nikkei 225 Index gaining 8.7% and the broader TOPIX Index up 7.9%, buoyed by better-than-expected U.S. economic data and a weaker ...
Sapporo decides to abandon bid to host 2030 Winter Olympics
SAPPORO—Sapporo has decided to give up its bid to host the 2030 Winter Olympics in the face of public distrust over scandals connected to the Tokyo Summer Games, sources said Oct. 5. The ... ( read original story ...)
5.1 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Off Japan, Tremors Felt In Central Tokyo
An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 5.1 struck off the Japanese prefecture of Ibaraki, just northeast of Tokyo, the country's weather agency said. ( read original story ...)
5.1-magnitude earthquake hits Japan’s Ibaraki: JMA
TOKYO, Aug. 19 (Xinhua) -- An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 5.1 struck off the Japanese prefecture of Ibaraki, just northeast of Tokyo, the country's weather agency said. The temblor occurred at 0:50 a.m. local time, measuring lower 5 on the Japanese seismic intensity scale of 7, said the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA). ( read ...
US dollar eases, yen slips, and Bitcoin stabilizes
The dollar got knocked down against the yen on Friday, losing ground against other major currencies, thanks to some pretty ugly housing data out of the U.S. Investors, always on the lookout for what ...
The Science Behind Bullet Trains’ Incredible Speeds
While maglev trains are the fastest bullet trains, they are far from the majority of Shinkansen, most of which are closer to a conventional train in their design but run on tracks built with stronger ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka forced to answer pregnancy question after ‘traumatic’ experience
Naomi Osaka has been forced to deny speculation that she is pregnant ahead of the US Open. The four-time Grand Slam champion gave birth to her first child last summer and returned from a 14-month break in January. ( read original story ...)
The Unique Tokyo Bar That Turns Every Cocktail Into A Performance
Learn more about Bar Centifolia, the Tokyo bar where bartender Yuzo Komai thrills customers every night by making cocktails with a theatrical flair. ( read original story ...)
Warnings in Japan as Typhoon Ampil swerves nearby bringing rainstorms, powerful winds
Typhoon Ampil swerved near Japan Friday, as authorities warned of mudslides and flooding in areas near its projected path through the Pacific Ocean. ( read original story ...)
Japan Stocks Have Best Week Since 2020 as Exporters Gain on Yen
Japanese stocks are headed for their first weekly advance in over a month, with benchmark indexes gradually recovering from the recent rout amid a better economic outlook in the US and a decline in the yen, ( read original story ...)
Exploring Tokyo And Kyoto
Japan is a country that blends the old with the new, offering travelers a unique opportunity to experience its rich history alongside its cutting-edge modernity. ( read original story ...)