The largest earthquake recorded so far this year barely made it into 2024. The M7.5 in the Sea of Japan occurred only seven hours into the new year. The majority of Japan’s earthquakes are associated with the subduction zones that run along the northeastern and southwestern part of the island chain. ( read original story ...
Preview: Kashima Antlers vs. Consadole Sapporo – prediction, team news, lineups
Japan's most successful club now have the perfect opportunity to get back to winning ways and continue battling for both a top-three finish and their record-extending ninth title as they come up ... ( read original story ...)
U.S. ambassador to Japan expresses regret over alleged sex assaults by military personnel in Okinawa
The U.S. ambassador to Japan expressed regret on Saturday for the handling of two cases of sexual assaults allegedly committed by American military service members stationed in Okinawa. The issue ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Expo draws 2,000 companies, showcases Japanese craftsmanship
A manufacturing-themed exhibition was held in Tokyo, attracting around 2,000 companies from Japan and around the world. Japanese products are globally renowned for their exceptional quality, a ... ( read original story ...)
How Trump flipped from bitcoin skeptic to ‘crypto president’
Donald Trump was not always a crypto supporter, but he's recently voiced strong support for the industry. Political spending by the industry has made crypto an election issue for both parties, a ...
Football: Machida see off Nagoya 1-0 to retain J1 lead
Hokuto Shimoda hit the winner as Machida Zelvia edged Nagoya Grampus 1-0 at home on Saturday to move five points clear at the top of the J-League first division. Japan U-23's Paris Olympics-bound ... ( read original story ...)
UAE announces participation in Expo 2025 Osaka in Japan
The UAE Pavilion at Expo announced their participation in Expo 2025 Osaka in Japan, which will commence in April 2025 under the theme “Designing Future Society for Our Lives”. ( read original story ...)
The incredible 2km long road to soar over Tokyo as cars to be pushed underground
This incredible 1.2-mile-long project, when initially completed in 2029, will soar above the city of Tokyo and push cars underground in a move to promote pedestrian-friendly zones and help the capital ... ( read original story ...)
UAE breaks ground for Expo 2025 Osaka pavilion
The UAE has started construction on its pavilion for Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan.A ground-breaking ceremony took place at the Expo 2025 Osaka site on Yumeshima island, state news agency Wam reported on ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo-Osaka bullet train services suspended due to power failure
NAGOYA (Kyodo) -- Bullet train services between Tokyo and Osaka were suspended Saturday due to a power failure, Central Japan Railway Co. said. The operator said it is investigating the cause of the power outage. The power failure occurred between Shizuoka ... ( read original story ...)
DoubleTree by Hilton surpasses 100 properties in Asia Pacific
The growth trajectory is said to be a result of a series of recent and upcoming hotel openings across the region. ( read original story ...)
Bears Take Control As Crypto Market Liquidates $580 Million – What’s Next?
Major crypto assets have recorded significant declines over the past 24 hours, resulting in a staggering $580 million in liquidations.
Venezuela Crypto Remittances Skyrocket as Migration Crisis Worsens
As Venezuela recovers from one of the most dire economic crises in its history, more families are turning to an unconventional lifeline: cryptocurrency.Remittances, or cash payments from relatives living abroad,
Megacap highs, Japanese bonds, crypto plunge: Top Takeaways
As the trading week draws to a close, Yahoo Finance reporter Jared Blikre provides a breakdown of the day's most significant market trends, including the continued surge of megacap tech stocks, the ...
Tokyo stocks snap 5-day rally as gains locked in after record highs
Tokyo stocks snapped a five-day winning streak Friday, as investors locked in gains after the Nikkei and Topix hit all-time highs, wh ...
Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka Guide: The best places to visit, stay, eat and drink in the Japanese cities
The neon lights and gaudy signs at the Dotonburi bridge district are super cool to visit, as is the Shinsekai market area which both have a ton of restaurants nearby. Speaking of food, Osaka is a ... ( read original story ...)