A few months later, the “potential” has finally pushed its way to the forefront of VALORANT as Evil Geniuses officially booked their ticket to VCT Masters Tokyo following their dominant 2-0 victory over Cloud9. For C0M, being able to experience this ... ( read original story ...)
Japan set to donate 100 military vehicles to Ukraine
Japan is planning on donating around 100 military vehicles to Ukraine. The country held a ceremony where two half-ton trucks were on display to celebrate the donation. ( read original story ...)
Mapletree Industrial Trust buys data centre in Osaka for 52 billion yen
MAPLETREE Industrial Trust (MIT) is acquiring a new data centre in downtown Osaka, Japan, through the purchase of the trust beneficial interest for a consideration of 52 billion yen (S$507.9 million). ( read original story ...)
Asia markets set to fall ahead of Bank of Korea decision, Hong Kong stocks at two-month low
Asia-Pacific markets are set for another day of losses ahead of the Bank of Korea's rate decision announcement later today. South Korea, which was one of the first Asian banks to pause its rate hikes, ...
A $518 Billion Rally Shows Japan Stocks Are All the Rage in 2023
Japan’s market value has surged about $518 billion since a Jan. 5 low, data compiled by Bloomberg show. Japan equity funds lured $800 million in the week ended May 10, the most in seven weeks ...
Japan to implement anti-money laundering rules for crypto: report
Japan will introduce strict anti-money laundering rules on cryptocurrency transactions from June 1, the Southeast Asian nation’s cabinet decided on Tuesday. ( read original story ...)
Japan firms feel ‘sense of crisis’ over falling birthrate – Reuters poll
More than nine out of 10 Japanese firms feel a sense of crisis about the country's accelerating birthrate decline, with few hopeful that Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's government can arrest the fall, ( read original story ...)
Japan strengthens stance on crypto regulation with new anti-money laundering measures
Originally designed for conventional financial institutions, the rule has since been expanded to cover virtual asset service providers, reflecting the increasingly digitized nature of global finance.
Perfect Trick, Perfect Spot: Shane Oneill Flips Out (And In) On This Ledge In Tokyo
Throw in the golden hour sunset in the background and there's just nothing left to say. Call him robotic, call him whatever—Shane is one of the most talented skaters to ever step foot on one of these ... ( read original story ...)
What really happened to the man from a ‘parallel universe’ who bewildered Japan
A businessman, whom people say looked just like any other traveler, arrived at Haneda Airport in Tokyo. Upon checking his passport, authorities found that he came from Taured, a country that does not exist. ( read original story ...)
Is Japan’s world-beating stock-market rally merely a function of a weak yen? One analyst thinks so.
The rally that propelled Japanese stocks to the highest level in nearly 33 years is a direct result of renewed weakness in Japanese yen, said a strategist ( read original story ...)
Princess Kako visits areas affected by the Great East Japan Earthquake
Princess Kako, the second daughter of Crown Prince Fumihito and Crown Princess Kiko, visits areas affected by the Great ... ( read original story ...)
New Hong Kong to Nagoya Flight on Hong Kong Airlines
Nagoya is an excellent destination for those looking to experience the rich history and vibrant culture of Japan ... ( read original story ...)
Sofia Coppola on Tokyo, Suntory Whisky, and 20 Years of Lost in Translation
She even threw a few Easter eggs into this new project for longtime fans, paying homage to the romantic dramedy, which stars Bill Murray as a movie star in Tokyo to promote Suntory. Tokyo has always ... ( read original story ...)
Chinese Stocks Shed All Gains for the Year to Dip Into Red
Whereas the stock markets in Japan, South Korea and Taiwan have performed extremely well in 2023, Chinese markets are suffering from geopolitics and a whole host of uncertainties. ( read original story ...)
Coinbase: Crypto Firms Have to Wait for ‘the Government to Sue Them’ to Get Regulatory Clarity
In general, the SEC has exhorted the public to exercise caution with crypto investments, and has highlighted the high risk and volatility associated with the industry. In March, it pointed out that ...