Japan's finance ministry is planning to request a record $220 billion for debt-servicing costs in next financial year's budget as the world's No. 4 economy faces rising interest rates, according to a ...
Scientists date the origin of Jupiter by studying the formation of “molten rock raindrops”
Four and a half billion years ago Jupiter rapidly grew to its massive size. Its powerful gravitational pull disrupted the orbits of small rocky and icy bodies similar to modern asteroids and comets, ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s 9th day over 35 degrees ties longest heat wave record
Central Tokyo recorded a sweltering high of 35.1 degrees at 1:40 p.m. on Aug. 26, marking the ninth consecutive day that temperatures exceeded 35 degrees, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency. ( read original story ...)
India backs Quad group ahead of Modi’s Japan visit amid strained US ties
The leaders of India and Japan want to further their cooperation on issues such as critical minerals under the framework of the Quad group, New Delhi said on Tuesday before Prime Minister Narendra ... ( read original story ...)
Japan proposes 10-year extension for offshore wind farm leases to ease cost pressures
Japan's industry and land ministries on Tuesday proposed revising guidelines to extend offshore wind project leases by 10 years, from the current 30 years, to help developers manage soaring ... ( read original story ...)
U.S. and Japan at Odds Over Terms of $550 Billion Investment
Claims that President Trump will direct Japanese investment highlight how trade frictions are mounting even with countries that have reached trade deals with the United States. ( read original story ...)
Osaka Pref. police arrest ‘martial artist’ for allegedly posing as cop, stealing cash card
Police have arrested and filed additional charges against a self-described martial artist currently on trial, accusing him of stealing a bank・・・ ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka Net Worth 2025: How much has she earned from prize money and endorsements?
Naomi Osaka is not only one of the most famous tennis star, she is a world icon, businesswoman, and also one of the highest paid female athletes in the world. Her worth sits at a ... ( read original story ...)
Mitsubishi Corp, others to withdraw from three offshore wind projects in Japan, Nikkei says
A Mitsubishi Corp -led consortium is preparing to withdraw from three offshore wind power projects in Japan's Chiba and Akita prefectures due to concerns over profitability, the Nikkei business daily ... ( read original story ...)
Japan plans stricter terms for visas to foreign entrepreneurs
Japan plans tougher requirements for visas to foreign entrepreneurs, with a six-fold increase in minimum capital to 30 million yen ($204,000) and full-time employment of at least one person in the ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s chief trade negotiator hints US eager to draw up document on trade deal
Japan's chief trade negotiator has suggested that the United States is eager to prepare a joint document on a trade agreement in July. ( read original story ...)
Blackburn sign Japan international Morishita
Morishita, who can operate out wide either in defence or attack, started his career in his homeland with Sagan Tosu. After spending three years with Nagoya Grampus, he made the move to Legia Warsaw in ... ( read original story ...)
China lodges complaint over Japan urging countries not to attend parade
China's foreign ministry said on Tuesday that China had lodged solemn representations to Japan over the latter urging countries not to attend China's military parade scheduled on September 3. China ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nikkei ends at over 2-week low as yen gains after Trump fires Fed’s Cook
Japan's Nikkei share average ended at a more than two-week low on Tuesday, as the yen strengthened after U.S. President Donald Trump fired a Federal Reserve governor.
Nikkei 225 sees first slide in 3 days
Tokyo's Nikkei 225 stock index fell on Tuesday for the first time in three trading days. Some investors unloaded shares after Trump's firing of a Fed governor.
Nikkei and Asahi Shimbun sue Perplexity AI over alleged copyright violations
The newspapers are seeking an injunction and ¥2.2 billion each in damages from Perplexity, they said in a joint statement. The suit was filed at the Tokyo District Court.