The tallest tower in Tokyo, the Skytree, was lit up in red, white and blue, and bedazzled with the Olympic rings, to mark the beginning of the games in Paris. ( read original story ...)
Alarms, double prices: Japan is getting fed up with foreign tourists
Angst is rising in Japan over what locals are calling an “over-tourism crisis” – and some towns are taking action. ( read original story ...)
Bitcoin ETFs In Japan: Franklin Templeton Partners With SBI Holdings To Launch Digital Asset Management Company
Japan’s SBI Holdings (OTC:SBHGF) has teamed up with U.S. investment firm Franklin Resources Inc.‘s (NYSE:BEN) subsidiary Franklin Templeton to establish a digital asset management company. This ...
RFK Jr questions Trump’s recent pro-crypto tone as the two vie for votes
Independent U.S. presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr on Friday questioned Republican nominee Donald Trump's recent pro-cryptocurrency stance, as the two vie for votes in November's election from crypto-holders at the Bitcoin 2024 conference.
Key U.S. Senate Republican Tim Scott Makes Crypto-Fan Debut
U.S. Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.), the top Republican on the Senate Banking Committee who may be in position to be its next chairman, argued at a Bitcoin 2024 appearance on Friday that the government should "make it easy" for the crypto industry to innovate in the U.
Yellen says Japan explained 2022 FX intervention, Nikkei reports
U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said Japan had explained its intervention into the currency market in 2022, the Nikkei Business daily reported on Saturday.
BOJ’s Former Top Female Executive Takes Gender Fight to Japan’s Schools
After becoming the Bank of Japan’s highest-ranking female bureaucrat ever, Tokiko Shimizu is now turning her focus on how to shatter more glass ceilings with a plan to tackle deep-rooted gender ...
Rokkatei 六花亭 Cafe, SAPPORO – Famous For Iconic Marusei Butter Sandwich, Must-Visit For Hokkaido Souvenirs And Sweet Treats
Rokkatei's famous Marusei Butter Sandwich and many more Signature Sweets at their Sapporo Main Store in Hokkaido ... ( read original story ...)
Skateboarder Jagger Eaton won bronze in Tokyo on broken ankle. Can he podium in Paris?
Jagger Eaton won bronze in men's street at the Tokyo Olympics with a broken ankle. The three years since haven't been easy, but he's ready for Paris. ( read original story ...)
Japan touts G20 reaffirmation of forex commitments as key achievement
Japan sees the reaffirmation in the latest G20 joint statement of existing commitments against excessive foreign exchange volatility as one of the major achievements, Finance Minister Shunichi Suzuki ... ( read original story ...)
Don’t Miss These Incredible Overlooked Destinations in Japan
Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka represent the big three for most visitors to Japan. There, you’ll revel in the bright lights and big cities while enjoying plenty of history and culture. Elsewhere, maybe ... ( read original story ...)
Kamala Harris can rebuild the crypto bridges burned by Biden—but time is of the essence
We suggest the Vice President should view crypto as another area that is ripe for a Democratic party reset. Just as she is making “we are not going back” the core theme of her
Singapore reports increased use of crypto to fund terrorism
Singapore is facing a troubling trend: more and more cryptocurrencies are being used to fund terrorisms around the world.
This Tokyo Hotel Has an Intimate Omakase Restaurant, a Massive Spa in the Sky, and Mount Fuji Views
A hotel rarely renders me speechless, but I was amazed when I arrived at Aman Tokyo this May. Stepping into the 33rd-floor lobby, I first noticed the soaring white washi paper cei ... ( read original story ...)
BitFlyer acquires FTX Japan to expand into crypto custody and spot ETFs
Japanese crypto exchange BitFlyer has acquired FTX Japan, making it a wholly-owned subsidiary to target crypto custody and spot ETFs. Starting August 26th, ...
How The Digital Chamber is fighting for clearer crypto regulations
Crypto advocacy group The Digital Chamber has been helping leaders in Washington understand blockchain technology