The dramatic footage has drawn significant attention online, with many praising the pilots' quick decision-making under pressure. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks rise in morning on tech gains but limited by profit-taking
Tokyo stocks rose Tuesday morning, boosted by solid earnings results in the technology sector, although gains were pared by profit-ta ... ( read original story ...)
Japan to send officials to Russia in May over protection of companies’ assets
TOKYO, May 12 (Reuters) - Japan plans to send several officials to Russia in late May to facilitate communication and help protect assets owned by Japanese companies operating there, the Minister of ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Katayama says coordinating with Bessent on FX policy
Japan’s Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama confirmed that her team is coordinating closely with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on currency policy, signaling tacit US approval of Japan’s recent ... ( read original story ...)
Japan, US affirm close cooperation on currency moves
By Makiko Yamazaki and Leika Kihara TOKYO, May 12 (Reuters) - Japan and the U.S. reaffirmed their close cooperation in dealing with exchange rate moves, including on currency intervention, Japanese ... ( read original story ...)
Bank of Japan rate-hike pressure grows as oil shock puts Bitcoin at risk
Bank of Japan board members called for swift interest rate hikes if inflation risks from the Iran war and energy shock persist, raising pressure on Japan’s crypto market. Minutes from the BOJ’s March ...
Tokyo set to issue same-sex couple certificates from Nov. 1
Sexual minority couples will be officially recognized in Tokyo after the metropolitan assembly enacted a bill to revise the ordinance on human rights on June 15. ( read original story ...)
Japan finance minister confirms continued coordination with US on forex
The U.S. and Japan have reaffirmed their commitment to working closely together to monitor the currency market, Japan’s finance minister said after meeting with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. ( read original story ...)
Iga Swiatek finds her flawless best to dismantle Naomi Osaka at Italian Open
Iga Swiatek produced a statement victory in a battle between two of the game’s best, mercilessly dismantling Naomi Osaka 6-2, 6-1 to return to the quarter-finals of the Italian Open ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo airport puts robots to work
Japan Airlines is testing humanoid robots for baggage and ground operations at Tokyo’s Haneda Airport, writes ARTHUR GOLDSTUCK. The post Tokyo airport puts robots to work appeared first on Gadget. ( read original story ...)
Crypto Bill Set For May 14 Vote In U.S. Senate
A major piece of cryptocurrency legislation is set for an important initial vote in the U.S. Senate on May 14.
Naomi Osaka ready for Iga Swiatek grudge match at Italian Open
Naomi Osaka faces Iga Swiatek in the fourth round of the Italian Open on Monday, with the four-time Grand Slam champion relishing the rematch ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama Rubber Develops AI-Driven Tire Mold Design System
Yokohama tire mold design system uses AI and FEM simulations to improve development speed, reduce costs, and analyze performance factors. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo, the 39 million person city that rebuilt itself into the world’s most advanced urban model
From a feudal fishing village destroyed repeatedly by fire, earthquakes, and war, Tokyo grew into the largest, safest, and most economically powerful city on Earth. This video examines how Tokyo's ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s Startup Bet Is Paying Off – and TechCrunch Was There to See It
Tokyo’s startup ecosystem is having a moment, and it’s not by accident. At SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026, TechCrunch Startup Battlefield Editor Isabelle Johannesen was on the ground scouting for the world’s ... ( read original story ...)
Crypto Bull Run Loading? $858M Floods Into Funds as CLARITY Act Boosts Confidence
CoinShares reported $857.9 million in inflows into digital asset investment products this week, the strongest reading since late April. Bitcoin led with $706 million, while ...