Japan’s new, minority government has launched a now nearly annual attempt at stimulating its economy—this time toying with the controversial idea of keeping more of consumers’ income tax-free. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Gas Faces Scrutiny Over $9.7 Billion Real Estate Portfolio
An annual report to shareholders from Tokyo Gas Co., expected this week, could be the first opportunity for Japan’s largest gas company to signal its plans for a sprawling, multi-billion dollar ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Property Insurance to Hit $27b by 2028
However, a recovery is anticipated in 2024. The property insurance sector in Japan is projected to bag $26.5b by 2028, garnering a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.8% from 2024 to 2028, ... ( read original story ...)
Asian stocks weak amid Trump tariff worries; yen firm
Asian stocks were heavy on Wednesday as investors fretted over what countries could be targeted for tariffs under incoming U.S. President Donald Trump, a day after he pledged new levies on Canada, ...
Japan Earthquake: Twin Quakes in Ishikawa and Honshu Disrupt Travel Plans
Heads up if you’re travelling in Japan! The Land of the Rising Sun was recently rattled by a pair of powerful earthquakes. On Tuesday night, 26 Nov 2024, a 6.4 magnitude tremor hit the Ishikawa prefecture, followed by a 6.2 magnitude quake near the west coast of Honshu. ( read original story ...)
Sapporo explosion leaves at least four injured
The incident occurred at around 3:20 p.m. in a densely packed area of Susukino, lined with multitenant buildings. ( read original story ...)
Osaka 2025 World Expo: Organisers hope to attract more European visitors
The World Expo will be held in Osaka in 2025 and will feature more than 160 countries and regions present View on euronews ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Remixpoint to Buy $3.2M Worth of BTC With Its Balance Sheet
The stock market-listed Japanese firm Remixpoint will use its balance sheet to buy $3.2 million worth of Bitcoin (BTC). Find out more!
20 major firms to invest in Osaka casino resort project
OSAKA--The Osaka prefectural and city governments ... Of that, 530 billion yen will be funded by the chosen business operators MGM Resorts International and Orix Corp. at about 40 percent each. ( read original story ...)
Fire erupts in Sapporo’s entertainment district, several injured
A fire erupted in the entertainment district of the northern Japanese city of Sapporo on Tuesday. Police say four people have been injured. ( read original story ...)
‘Unhinged behaviour’ – Naomi Osaka shares her panic as she survives first day of preseason training
Naomi Osaka is back in training. The former World No. 1 made her highly anticipated return to the WTA tour this year, having taken a hiatus to give birth to her first child in 2023. But she was ... ( read original story ...)
Crypto Exchange Kraken Shuts Down NFT Marketplace
The crypto exchange Kraken is shutting down its NFT marketplace almost two years after the platform was launched, saying it’s shifting more resources into new products and services.
Sudden Panic Sparks $200 Billion Bitcoin And Crypto Price Crash
The bitcoin price has crashed toward $90,000 per bitcoin, down from almost $100,000 on Monday. The crypto price correction has wiped around $200 billion from the combined $3.2 trillion market.
Texas Crypto Miners Must Now Register With State
New Texas legislation requires cryptocurrency miners to register with the state, with penalties of up to $25,000 per day for those in violation.
“I Am Alive”: Naomi Osaka Banters With Taskmaster Patrick Mouratoglou After First Preseason Practice Session
Naomi Osaka shares insights from her tedious first preseason practice session with Patrick Mouratoglou at UCLA’s training facility. ( read original story ...)
After two decades, Tokyo Police Club is bringing down the curtains on the band
Tokyo Police Club started as a high school band, but it didn’t take long for them to become Canadian indie rock darlings. Now, they're calling it quits. Dave Monks and Graham Wright sit down with Q's ... ( read original story ...)