The central bank sticks to its ultra-easy monetary policy after prices in February rose 0.9%. ( read original story ...)
Japan shares higher at close of trade; Nikkei 225 up 0.65%
Japan equities were higher at the close on Friday, as gains in the Transportation Equipment, Transport and Power sectors propelled shares higher. At the close in Tokyo, the Nikkei 225 gained 0.65%. ( read original story ...)
Japan adds Russia sanctions, U.S. envoy offers home to Ukrainians
The sanctions, which include the freezing of assets, are Japan's latest measures since Russia's invasion of Ukraine that began on Feb. 24. The now cover 76 individuals, seven banks and 12 other bodies ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka Gas Singapore to Undertake Joint Methanation Study in Singapore
Osaka Gas Co., Ltd. (Osaka Gas) today announced its wholly owned subsidiary, Osaka Gas Singapore Pte. Ltd. (OGS), has entered into an agreement with energy-related companies in Singapore including ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo records 7,825 new COVID cases on March 18
The Japanese capital reported 7,825 more coronavirus cases on March 18, after registering 8,461 infections the previous day, the Tokyo Metrop ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo set to receive Ukrainian refugees on March 18: Governor
Tokyo is set to welcome its first Ukrainian refugees, and will provide apartments for them as the city seeks to demonstrate its opposition to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Governor Yuriko Koike said. ( read original story ...)
Some quake-hit Japan plants restart but Toyota to suspend 18 assembly lines
Japanese manufacturers began restarting production at some plants in the country's quake-hit northeast, but Toyota Motor Corp said it plans to idle 18 assembly lines for a few days next week due to a ... ( read original story ...)
Even Japan’s sushi makers are feeling the bite of Russia’s war
The impacts of Japan’s economic sanctions on Russia have made their way to an unlikely destination: Japan’s popular conveyor belt sushi restaurants. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka sobs after being heckled at Indian Wells
Four-time Grand Slam winner Naomi Osaka, 24, was reduced to tears after she was heckled at Indian Wells in Southern California on Saturday, March 12, 2022. Indian Wells the city, which the ... ( read original story ...)
Nikkei posts biggest weekly gain in nearly 2 years
Japan’s Nikkei benchmark stock index ended higher on Friday and posted its biggest weekly gain in nearly two years, tracking overnight Wall Street gains, amid caution over a five-day rally in local ... ( read original story ...)
Sumo: Lone yokozuna Terunofuji pulls out of Osaka meet with injuries
Yokozuna Terunofuji withdrew from the Spring Grand Sumo Tournament on Friday due to injuries to his right heel and left knee, leaving ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Set to Receive Ukrainian Refugees Friday, Governor Says
Tokyo is set to welcome its first Ukrainian refugees, and will provide apartments for them as the city seeks to demonstrate its opposition to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Governor Yuriko Koike said. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s big firms likely turned less optimistic in Q1, BOJ tankan expected to show – Reuters Poll
Japan's big manufacturers' business mood likely turned less optimistic in the first quarter, as firms struggled with supply disruptions and surging energy prices after Russia launched its war in ... ( read original story ...)
Japan imposes more sanctions on Russian officials, arms exporter
Japan said on Friday it will impose sanctions on 15 Russian individuals and nine organisations, including defence officials and the state-owned arms exporter Rosoboronexport. The sanctions, which ... ( read original story ...)
Thirdy Ravena, San-En seek season-best third straight win
THIRDY Ravena and the rest of San-En NeoPhoenix aim to stretch their win streak to a season-best three games when they return home this busy B.League weekend. B.League schedule. S ... ( read original story ...)
Long time no sea: Tokyo Tokyo’s signature Tempura Bentos are making a comeback
Many of us miss traveling or crave to see Japan or other local beaches once again. Looking back at our travel pictures, we wish that we could once again experience eating the specialties of the ... ( read original story ...)