For a mere 300 Japanese Yen (Rs 170), kimono-dressed women slap a willing customer in the face with their palms, over and over again. ( read original story ...)
Earthquake Map Time-Lapse Shows Stunning 24-Hour Surge in Seismic Activity
Color-coded to show the severity of each movement, earthquakes of varying magnitudes appear to bubble up from the surface of the globe as the Philippines, Indonesia and Japan felt the effects. The graphic was shared on social media site X, formerly Twitter ... ( read original story ...)
7.6 magnitude earthquake off Philippines prompts evacuations more than 1,000 miles away
In Japan, authorities issued evacuation orders affecting thousands of people. There were no immediate reports of major damage or casualties. ( read original story ...)
Bowling alley operator to serve upscale Japanese cuisine in U.S.
OSAKA -- A Japan-based operator of bowling alleys and karaoke ... Round One has already been making inroads in the American market with its mainstay business. It now seeks to tap the popularity of ... ( read original story ...)
‘Shocking’ discovery: Electricity from electric eels may transfer genetic material to nearby animals
The electric eel is the biggest power-making creature on Earth. It can release up to 860 volts, which is enough to run a machine. In a recent study, a research group from Nagoya University in Japan ... ( read original story ...)
Slam icon on if Naomi Osaka can have big post-pregnancy return like Serena Williams
Former 22-time Grand Slam doubles champion Pam Shriver predicts Naomi Osaka "comes back strong" as the American tennis legend thinks the Japanese will be inspired by Serena Williams, Elina Svitolina ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo taxi driver arrested for killing pigeon in hit and run: ‘roads belong to humans’
Atsushi Ozawa ploughed his taxi into a flock of pigeons at a speed of 60km, killing one. He was arrested for violating wildlife protection laws. ( read original story ...)
Binance might be peak for U.S. crypto enforcement cases, says CFTC official
Enforcement action against crypto firms may have peaked after last month's $4.3 billion settlement with Binance, as such cases provide companies with a "template" for how they should be governed, a senior U.
Bitcoin Sails Past $41K as Crypto Market Recovers to Pre-Terra Levels
The price of bitcoin [BTC] moved past $41,000 during the Monday business day in Asia, for the first time since April 2022 – prices not seen
Greater Manchester strikes ‘historic’ deal with Osaka on first day of Japan mission
Greater Manchester has signed a landmark new partnership deal with Osaka on the first day of a mission to strengthen trade and cooperation links with Japan. The agreement will see closer collaboration ... ( read original story ...)
Bid-rigging issue ain’t over for Tokyo 2020
TOKYO—The bid-rigging trial around the Tokyo Olympics played out Tuesday in a Japanese courtroom—more than two years after the Games closed—with advertising giant Dentsu and five other companies ... ( read original story ...)
Regulators Are Going to Close in on Crypto in 2024. Industry Insiders Couldn’t Care Less
At first blush, the cascade of high profile crypto scandals in 2023 may just bleed into a similarly bleak 2024. "At this point there are very few entities left for the SEC to sue," John Reed Stark, a ...
Tokyo Stocks Slump After Inflation Data Fall Short
Japanese stocks slumped on Tuesday following the release of Tokyo inflation data, which came up short of economists’ expectations. The benchmark Nikkei 225 dropped 1.4% in Tuesday trading, falling alo ...
Did You Know That Sapporo’s New Chitose Airport Has An On-Site Chocolate Factory?
Visitors can also explore a museum detailing the chocolate production process and purchase exclusive delectables. ...
Yokohama launches extreme traction 907W drive tire
Designed for fleets and operators working in snow and icy conditions, Yokohama’s new premium, extreme traction drive tire – the 907W – replaces the SY767 and carries the three-peak mountain ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka’s ‘Core’ Goal for ‘The Younger Generation’ Unveiled in a Gripping Confession
Tennis fans have been constantly missing and tracking the steps of several players who have been out of the game for a long time. Along with Rafael Nadal, who recently confirmed his participation at ... ( read original story ...)