A pair of Yubari melons, an early summer specialty for the city of Yubari, Hokkaido, fetched 3 million yen (about $19,000) in this season's･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Easy Japanese news in translation: Path of light appears at Expo Osaka site
LED light bulbs of a large, symbolic roof structure called the "Ring" were tested at the venue of "Expo Osaka, Kansai" on Yumeshima island in Osaka on the evening of May 21. The Ring is about 2 ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka Expo to introduce facial recognition payment system
Osaka Kansai Expo will be cashless, utilizing a facial recognition system for payments and visitor access management instead, the event’s organizers announced on May 23. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo to London: BlockDAG’s Explosive Strategy Boosts Presale to $30M – More On SEI’s Power & Render’s Apple Event
Discover how SEI's Layer 1 blockchain, RNDR's Apple-backed growth, and BlockDAG's innovative strides in digital transactions and mining capabilities are shaping the future of blockchain technology. ( read original story ...)
Japan companies hog the spotlight as hedge funds tout their top Asia picks
Japanese stocks were in focus at a hedge fund conference this week, accounting for most of the top Asia investment ideas as asset managers highlighted Japan Inc's efforts to improve capital efficiency ... ( read original story ...)
Woman and three children found dead with stab wounds after Tokyo house fire
A woman and her three children were found dead with stab wounds after a fire at a house in the Togoshi district of Tokyo's Shinagawa Ward on Thursday. Police received an emergency call at around 1:30 ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks fall after Wall St. drop on reduced rate cut hopes
TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Tokyo stocks fell Friday morning as sentiment was dampened by declines on Wall Street after stronger-than-expected economic data diminished hopes for U.S. interest rate cuts in the ... ( read original story ...)
South Korea, Japan unveil sanctions over alleged Russia-North Korea arms trade
South Korea and Japan announced on Friday a series of sanctions applied to individuals, organisations and ships related to Russia's alleged procurement of weapons from North Korea in breach of U.N. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Metaplanet Stock Surges 158% After Bitcoin Strategy Adoption
Japans Metaplanet stock skyrocketed 158% after adopting a strategic Bitcoin investment plan, marking a significant rise in investor interest and confidence in cryptocurrency. Metaplanet Halts Trading ...
From Japan to London & Las Vegas: BlockDAG’s Global Dominance & 30,000x ROI Potential Attracts XRP & Fantom Investors
Explore how BlockDAG’s strategic events in Japan, Las Vegas, and London plus a 750% value surge outshone Ripple (XRP) Price and attracted Fantom investors.
Japan’s inflation slows further, keeping BOJ cautious on further rate hikes
Japan's core inflation slowed for a second straight month in April, likely signalling that the Bank of Japan will be patient in raising interest rates as consumption remains fragile. While inflation ...
Japan is selling patrol vessels to the Philippines. Is Tokyo confronting Beijing with more ‘aggressive diplomacy’?
Japan's growing role as a security provider in Asia is necessary, with the US preoccupied with wars in Ukraine and the Middle East, analysts say A survey found Japan as the most trusted major power in ... ( read original story ...)
Guide to Property Taxes in Japan
Married couples are assessed and taxed separately. Nonresident individuals earning rental income from Japanese property are taxed at 20.42%. Taxable income is gross rent less income-generating ... ( read original story ...)
Pro-crypto candidate John Deaton explains his strategy to beat Elizabeth Warren
John Deaton, a candidate for the U.S. Senate in Massachusetts, has gained attention as a significant advocate for cryptocurrency and blockchain technology, positioning himself as the crypto voter's answer to defeating incumbent Elizabeth Warren – a prominent critic of the digital assets industry.
Bipartisan Backing Of Crypto Measure May Open Door For Stablecoin Bill
Even if FIT21 is too far for the Senate to pass, the momentum from the House vote could help push along conversations around stablecoin legislation.
Yokohama takes a 2-1 lead into the 2nd leg of the Asian Champions League final against Al-Ain
There will be celebrations in the United Arab Emirates on Saturday regardless of whether Yokohama F. Marinos can protect its 2-1 lead in the second leg of the Asian Champions League final or Al-Ain ... ( read original story ...)