The J1 League starts again with Yokohama FC clashing with Kawasaki Frontale in another engrossing Japanese League crusade. The guests languish in the fifth spot but would seek to seize a lifeline from ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s pacifism hangs in balance as China and North Korea threats loom
The genesis of Japan's pacifism, Article 9 is at the heart of the country's struggle to balance the need for defence with its desire for peace. Some believe the law has weakened Japan, but others ... ( read original story ...)
How tornadoes, crypto and mudslides pushed up the debt default deadline
The so-called X-date, or the day the US government can no longer pay its bills, may be on an accelerated timeline because the federal government collected less money on Tax Day in April than it had ...
Coinbase One subscriptions launch as the crypto company squares off with the SEC
The subscription brings benefits like no trading fees (under a per-user trading volume limit), boosted staking rewards, and more, over a year and a half after Coinbase began testing it in November ...
Crypto’s biggest headwinds this year are hurting stablecoins. Here’s what investors need to know
Stablecoins are designed to be less volatile and perceived to be more useful than cryptocurrencies, but even they aren't immune from this year's headwinds.
Japanese Stocks Hit 33-Year High
The Nikkei 225 stock average closed at a 33-year high Friday, capping an 18% rise this year. The last time the benchmark was at this level, phones couldn’t send text messages, George H.W. Bush was president and the Soviet Union was still a thing.
Fred Kerley Makes His 2023 100m Debut In Yokohama
Fred Kerley, the reigning world champion, will run his first 100m race of the year on Sunday at the Yokohama Continental Tour. ( read original story ...)
Group of 7 aim to project unity in Japan amid wide-ranging set of global issues
World leaders gathered in Japan will attempt to project unity on China during meetings Saturday, even as differences persist between the United States and Europe in how to confront Beijing’s growing military and economic aggression. ( read original story ...)
Academics weigh in on how BOJ’s Ueda can exit easy policy
As inflation has run past the Bank of Japan's 2 per cent target, governor Kazuo Ueda has had no shortage of advice from fellow academics on how best to communicate the future path of monetary policy ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama Introduces New 114R Regional Haul Trailer Tire That’s Built To Last
Inc. is introducing the 114R – a new low-rolling-resistance (LRR) commercial tire designed for regional haul fleets and spread-axle operators looking for maximum tire life. Available in six sizes – ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s trash-collecting samurai takes a fun, zany approach to cleanup
They call themselves the Gomi Hiroi Samurai — or the “Samurai Who Pick Up Litter.” These sword-wielding eco-warriors have turned garbage collecting into a choreographed performance. ( read original story ...)
How Japan got its swagger back
Helped by an escape from decades of deflation, the stock market is at a 33-year high and the economy rebounding. But can this rally last? ( read original story ...)
How summer became Japan’s ‘spooky season’
For many cultures that celebrate Halloween, costumes and scary stories do not come around until October, when the air becomes cooler to make way for the winter. In Japan, however, these things arrive about three months earlier — and right in the scorching heat of summer. ( read original story ...)
Nagoya and Beyond : Exploring the other side of Japan
When nine people in the office including this writer managed to get Cebu Pacific tickets to Nagoya, Japan, it was unimaginable. For all of us, this meant that we had to start preparing the paperwork ... ( read original story ...)
Nagoya vs SanFrecce Hiroshima Prediction: This Proper Elite Clash Should Yield At Least Four Combined Goals
The J1 League starts again with Nagoya clashing with SanFrecce Hiroshima in another enthralling league contest. The hosts who possess a determined victory rate equal to the guests, look to demonstrate ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Is Where the Past and Future Meet and a Great Place to Visit
Tokyo's gastronomy is just as varied and exciting. The city boasts more Michelin-starred restaurants than any other, so those who enjoy fine dining will not be disappointed. But don't fret if your ... ( read original story ...)