Naomi Osaka retired from the final of the Auckland Classic with an abdominal injury Sunday, a blow to the Japanese star just a week before the start of the Australian Open. ( read original story ...)
India rises as destination for Japanese business growth
India topped a list of countries where Japanese companies plan to expand in the next one to two years, with 80.3% of respondents saying they are looking to grow there, according to a survey released ... ( read original story ...)
In New Regulated Landscape, CEXs Still Need To Make Crypto Go Round
The certainty of regulation and the influx of institutional investment and interest means that industry CEX titans will have to compete with TradFi banks and brokers.
Eva Air flight from Sapporo to Taoyuan suffers 24-hour delay
According to FlightAware, the flight departed Sapporo at 3:48 p.m. Japan time and arrived safely at Taoyuan International at 7:22 p.m. Taiwan time. Eva Air said that it was deeply sorry for the the ... ( read original story ...)
Tennis: Injured Naomi Osaka retires in New Zealand final vs. Clara Tauson
Japan's former world No. 1 Naomi Osaka pulled out of the ASB Classic final in Auckland, New Zealand, after winning the first set agai ( read original story ...)
Buyer splashes out 207m yen for Tokyo new year tuna
The top bidder at a Tokyo fish market said they paid 207 million yen (S$1.8 million) for a tuna on Sunday (Jan 5), the second-highest price ever paid at an annual prestigious new year auction. Read ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo auction sets $1.3 million price for 608-pound tuna, second highest in history
"The first tuna is something meant to bring in good fortune," Onodera official Shinji Nagao told reporters after the auction. "Our wish is that people will eat this and have a wonderful year." The ... ( read original story ...)
Crypto’s Next Big Thing: Most Promising DeFi Projects in 2025
The decentralized finance (DeFi) sector continues to disrupt traditional financial systems, offering innovative solutions through blockchain technology. As we e ...
Tennis-Tauson wins Auckland title after injured Osaka retires
Naomi Osaka's quest for a first title in four years ended in heartbreak as the former world number one retired with an injury after winning the opening set of the Auckland Classic final against Denmark's Clara Tauson on Sunday. ( read original story ...)
Buyer splashes out $1.3m for Tokyo New Year tuna
The top bidder at a Tokyo fish market said they paid $1. 3 million for a tuna on Sunday, the second highest price ever paid at an annual prestigious new year auction. ( read original story ...)
Atlantic bluefin tuna sold for $1.3 million in Tokyo auction
The top item was a 276-kilogram bluefin tuna unloaded at the port of Oma in the northern prefecture of Aomori. A trader bought the fish for 207 million yen, or about 1.3 million dollars. ( read original story ...)
Crypto wallet Phantom confirms it won’t launch a token amid airdrop rumors
Digital asset wallet Phantom has confirmed it won’t launch a token following rumors that it would initiate a token airdrop to complement its new social discovery feature.
Top 7 Best Things to Do in Osaka, Japan
Discover the top things to do in Osaka, where you can immerse yourself in the city's cultural heritage, vibrant atmosphere, and exciting attractions. ( read original story ...)
‘Fight for everything’: Osaka hoping Auckland success can enhance legacy
Now, Osaka needs to make the last step. Few would bet against her, given her experience and big-match temperament, though young Dane Claudia Tauson has had a brilliant week and a tougher road, including top seed Madison Keys and former grand slam champion Sofia Kenin. ( read original story ...)
New Tokyo nightlife spot blends crane games with DJs, club fun
A new nightlife spot in Tokyo's Shimbashi business district is putting a fresh spin on crane games, blending them with live DJ performances and cyberpunk bar vibes to create an otherworldly experience ... ( read original story ...)
From DJs to diver demos, multistory Tokyo venue offers a diverse night out
Known for transforming shuttered alleys into lively dining spots, Tokyo-based Hamakura Produce in late November threw open the doors on its nine-floor Grand Hammer site in the city's Shimbashi area, ... ( read original story ...)