Japan on Wednesday criticized Russia’s announcement suspending an agreement that allows Japanese to fish in waters near disputed islands , as relations between the countries deteriorate over the war ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nikkei ends at 2-1/2-month high as tech stocks rally
Japan's Nikkei index closed at its highest in two-and-a-half months, as technology heavyweights tracked Wall Street's overnight gains and energy shares rose on firmer oil prices. The Nikkei share ... ( read original story ...)
Researchers develop new chemical-only process for creating customized mRNA vaccines
Researchers at Nagoya University in Japan have developed a new chemical-only process that may represent an important breakthrough in creating customized mRNA vaccines for a variety of diseases and ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka police fail to prevent ATM scam even after talking to suspected fraudster on phone
A woman here was swindled out of some 950,000 yen (about $7,100) after two police officers failed to realize she was being scammed even thoug ... ( read original story ...)
South Korea names Japan specialist as new envoy in Tokyo
SEOUL--South Korea announced the appointment of Yun Duk-min, a specialist in Japan-South Korea relations, as its next ambassador to Japan. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s economy contracts, but at smaller rate than thought
The Japanese economy contracted in the first quarter, but at a slower pace than earlier estimated, the government said Wednesday. The world’s third-largest economy contracted at an annual rate of 0.5% ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Smaller Economic Slip Points to Consumer Rebound
Japan’s economy contracted less than initially estimated at the beginning of this year, as revised figures showed consumer spending held up in the first quarter of the year even as the country ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s current account surplus down to 501 bil. yen in April
Japan's current account surplus shrank to 501.1 billion yen ($3.8 billion) in April, the Finance Ministry said Wednesday. ( read original story ...)
UPDATE 1-Japan upgrades Q1 GDP to smaller contraction
Japan's economy shrank slightly less than initially reported in the first quarter, as private consumption remained resilient in the face of resurgent COVID-19 infections, offsetting a drop in capital ... ( read original story ...)
California man arrested in theft of Tokyo 2020 gold medal, prize not yet recovered
A Southern California man was arrested on suspicion of stealing an Olympic gold medal belonging to a member of the 2020 U.S. Women's Volleyball Team, authorities said Tuesday. ( read original story ...)
Japan is about to welcome back foreign travelers, but domestic tourism remains its priority
After more than two years of closed border policies, Japan is reopening to international travelers on June 10. ( read original story ...)
Analysis: S.Korea’s robust response to N.Korea seen aiding Japan’s military push
South Korea's tougher stance towards the North under its new conservative president will be welcomed by Tokyo as Japan seeks to boost its military capabilities amid rising tensions on the Korean ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Q1 GDP falls less than first thought on stronger consumption
TOKYO : Japan's economy shrank slightly less than initially reported in the first quarter, as private consumption remained resilient in the face of resurgent COVID-19 infections and companies rebuilt ... ( read original story ...)
Crypto meltdown is wake-up call for many, including Congress
Meltdowns in the cryptocurrency space are common, but the latest one really touched some nerves. Novice investors took to online forums to share tales of decimated fortunes and even suicidal despair. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Economy Contracts Less Than Expected as Recovery Begins
(Bloomberg) -- Japan’s economy contracted less than initially estimated at the beginning of this year, as its recovery from the pandemic started to regain traction at the end of the first quarter. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks open higher on firm Wall St., yen’s 20-yr low vs dollar
Tokyo stocks opened higher Wednesday, encouraged by overnight gains on Wall Street and the yen's slide the previous day to its lowest level against the U.S. dollar in over 20 years. In the first 15 ... ( read original story ...)