The commitment represents the first tranche of investments by Japan following a landmark trade deal between the two countries. ( read original story ...)
Takaichi reelected as Japan’s prime minister with a goal of pushing to the right
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has been reappointed by Parliament after last week's landslide election win that gave her a strong public mandate. ( read original story ...)
Alone in Japan by Tom Feiling — a country in crisis
In 2040, just a decade and a half from now, the list of 10 most populous countries in the world is likely to include Nigeria, Pakistan and Indonesia. Missing will be one country that has been a ... ( read original story ...)
Nomura Plans Japan Crypto Exchange Launch by End of 2026
Nomura plans to launch a Japan crypto exchange by end of 2026 as Daiwa and SMBC Nikko explore entry ahead of possible crypto ETF rule changes.
Asian shares advance, Japan outperforms
In Tokyo, the Nikkei 225 rose 1.2% to 57,249.43 by midday trading, News.Az reports, citing AP. The advance came as lawmakers prepared ...
Ericsson to set-up new Japan R&D centre in Yokohama, to hire 300 engineers for 5G, Open RAN
Ericsson announces a new research and development center in Yokohama, Japan, focusing on 5G and Open RAN technologies, with plans to hire 300 engineers by 2026, boosting local economy and innovation. ( read original story ...)
ZeroBaseOne to wrap up 150,000-fan world tour with two encore concerts in Japan
K-pop boy band ZeroBaseOne will hold encore concerts in Yokohama, Japan, on Thursday and Friday as it winds down its world tour and prepares to continue as a five-member group. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Ami Nakai surges into Olympic lead after short program as US struggles at the Winter Games
MILAN (AP) — Ami Nakai and Japanese teammate Kaori Sakamoto upstaged Alysa Liu and the rest of the “Blade Angels” on Tuesday night. Nakai rode her opening triple axel to a career-best 78.71 points in ... ( read original story ...)
US, Japan seal ‘massive’ trade deal; Tokyo to invest $550 billion in America; key details of the pact
President Trump announced a "MASSIVE Trade Deal with Japan," unveiling $36 billion in Japanese investment for US projects. These initiatives, focusing on energy, power generation, and advanced ... ( read original story ...)
Chepkirui to defend Nagoya Women’s Marathon title
Sheila Chepkirui will face Aynalem Desta and Honami Maeda when she defends her title at the Nagoya Women’s Marathon – a World Athletics Platinum Label road race – on 8 March. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo, London team up on transition finance
Tokyo and London are collaborating on transition finance as the two global financial centres join forces to develop the fledgling transition bond market. The initiative is part of a broader move by ...
Teqball Added to the 2026 Asian Games Sports Programme
Teqball's inclusion in major Asian events reflects the rapid and undeniable growth of the sport across the continent. Earlier this year, Teqball made its debut as a medal sport at the Asian Youth ... ( read original story ...)
Takaichi will be reappointed as Japan’s prime minister with a goal of pushing to the right
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi last week won a landslide election that gave her a strong public mandate. ( read original story ...)
Trump Hails Japan’s First Batch of U.S. Investments
The announcements were the first step in a $550 billion investment pledge aimed at securing tariff relief and sustaining relations with the Trump administration. ( read original story ...)
Japan exports growth surges to over 3-year high, up nearly 17% in January, as shipments to China surge
Value of exports to China, Japan's largest trading partner, jumped 32%, after rising 5.6% in December. ( read original story ...)
Bad Bunny Teams With Spotify for Billions Club Live Concert in Tokyo (EXCLUSIVE)
Bad Bunny is heading to Tokyo to perform as part of Spotify’s Billions Club Live series, with a concert slated for March 7. The show marks the musician’s first-ever performance in Asia and Japan, and ... ( read original story ...)