The Japan Meteorological Agency announced a high likelihood of an earthquake occurring in the Nankai Trough in the Pacific Ocean on the 8th. Authorities are raising warning levels and taking extensive ... ( read original story ...)
Japan wants its hardworking citizens to try a 4-day workweek
Case Studies from Japan’s Cultural and Creative Industries.” “Work is a big deal here. It’s not just a way to make money, although it is that, too,” said Craig, who previously taught at Doshisha ... ( read original story ...)
Japan rail disruption spreads as typhoon crawls eastward
Disruption to shinkansen bullet train services in Japan spread Saturday amid heavy rain as a slow-moving typhoon lingered in western ... ( read original story ...)
More flight and train delays, but some services back in operation
The company said it had inspected that portion of track and confirmed its safety. But operations between Mishima and Nagoya were to remain suspended throughout the day. Between Nagoya and Shin-Osaka, ... ( read original story ...)
At least 4 dead, over 90 injured as Typhoon Shanshan wreaks havoc in Japan
Japan is bracing for continued risks of landslides and floods as Tropical Cyclone Shanshan, now downgraded to a tropical depression, slowly moves inland after three days of record rainfall. Shanshan, ( read original story ...)
Why Bitcoin can still hit $115K, according to one of crypto’s top analysts
In a year that continues to demonstrate crypto's volatility and uncertainty, the prospects for Bitcoin remain strong despite a historically normal summer of stagnation, according to Fundstrat’s Head ...
Japan stocks higher at close of trade; Nikkei 225 up 0.69%
Investing.com – Japan stocks were higher after the close on Friday, as gains in the Manufacturing, Precision Instruments and Automobiles&Parts sectors led shares higher. At the close in Tokyo, the ...
Ho Chi Minh City, Japan’s Nagoya eye cooperation in healthcare, medical waste treatment
Chairman of Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee Phan Van Mai presents a souvenir to the Honorary Consul of Vietnam in the Japanese city of Nagoya Nagato Natsume at their meeting on August 29, 2024. ( read original story ...)
FTC warns of increase in crypto ATM fraud scams
New data from the Federal Trade Commission shows a massive increase in the amount of money consumers report losing to scammers involving Bitcoin ATM machines. Since 2020, the amount consumers reported ...
North Korean hackers exploited Chrome zero-day to steal crypto
The North Korean hackers’ attack started by tricking a victim into visiting a web domain under the hackers' control.
A U.S. Crypto Bill’s 2024 Chances
Sens. Chuck Schumer, Cynthia Lummis and Tim Scott think legislation addressing crypto could move through Congress this year – here's how. You’re reading State of Crypto, a CoinDesk newsletter looking ...
US crypto executives to throw Washington fundraiser for Harris
Cryptocurrency investors and industry executives calling on Vice President Kamala Harris to pursue a softer regulatory stance on the industry are planning to raise at least $100,000 for the Democratic ...
All of Naomi Osaka’s best tennis outfits over the years
The 26-year-old tennis player was knocked out of the 2025 US Open tournament after losing her match on August 29 ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s Shibuya cracks down on public drinking as tourist crowds swell
TOKYO -- Tokyo's Shibuya district will ban nighttime public drinking of alcohol year-round beginning Oct. 1, looking to quell the disruptive behavior attributed mainly to tourists and hoping to ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka Loses to Muchova: Updated US Open Women’s Tennis Bracket After Latest Results
Naomi Osaka's time at the U.S. Open is over after the second round. The star lost to Karolina Muchova in straight sets, 6-3, 7-6 at Arthur Ashe Stadium ( read original story ...)
Letter from Nikkei Asia’s editor: A very special relationship
Hello from Tokyo. Today is the last Friday of August, and most students in Japan are preparing for a new school term. However, a major typhoon that has already made landfall on the southern main island of Kyushu is likely to continue moving across the ...