Japan's huge U.S. Treasury holdings are among tools available for Tokyo in trade negotiations with the United States, Japanese Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato said on Friday. Kato said the primary ...
Tokyo’s tariff envoy says US talks ‘constructive’
Tokyo's envoy for US tariff talks in Washington said Thursday that the second round of negotiations between the two countries had been "frank and constructive." ( read original story ...)
The Ultimate 10-Day Japan Itinerary, With Options for Saving and Splurging
Two seasoned trip planners on how to best tour the Golden Route through five cities, including Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s job market stays tight, supporting wage momentum
TOKYO] Japan’s labour market remained largely tight in March, supporting momentum for wage hikes, while uncertainties over the global trade war continue to darken the outlook. Read more at The Business Times. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Famously Punctual Bullet Train Halted by Reptile Intruder
One of Japan ’s busiest bullet train lines screeched to a halt Wednesday after a snake tangled itself in a power line, triggering an outage that froze the Tokaido Shinkansen between Tokyo and Osaka at ... ( read original story ...)
US Embassy in Tokyo warns: Disclose Social media or no visa
New visa application guidelines point towards mandatory disclosure of all Social Networking Service (SNS) accounts accounts used in the last 5 years. ( read original story ...)
Markets respond to U.S.-U.K. trade deal talks
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent met leaders from the U.K., Japan, South Korea, and Switzerland — all key allies — to negotiate trade deals.
Exclusive: Crypto venture firm dao5 closes $222 million second fund after investments in Berachain and Bittensor
Even as global investors face macro headwinds and the evaporation of initial public offerings, crypto venture capital continues to attract major funding. The blockchain-focused venture firm dao5 ...
Neon to Release Takashi Miike’s Next Film ‘Bad Lieutenant: Tokyo’
Miike’s next film is “Bad Lieutenant: Tokyo,” and shortly after the film was reported as a hot package due to hit the Cannes market, Neon announced on Wednesday evening that it was boarding the film with plans to both release it theatrically in North America as well as represent the sales rights at Cannes internationally. ( ...
Couche-Tard advances deal talks for Japan’s Seven & i with access to books
Alimentation Couche-Tard (ACT) and Japan's Seven & i said they have signed a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) that will give the Canadian company access to the Japanese retailer's financial data as it seeks a $47 billion acquisition. ( read original story ...)
Eruption loading: New approaches to earthquake monitoring at Ontake volcano, Japan
For communities living in the shadow of a volcano, early warning systems are a lifeline—but mistrust in these warnings can have deadly consequences. To avoid false alarms, it is vital that scientists ... ( read original story ...)
Trump’s ‘Unprecedented’ Tariffs Lead Japan to Slash Its Growth Forecast
The Bank of Japan predicted growth of just 0.5 percent, cutting its previous forecast in half, and decided against another hike in interest rates. ( read original story ...)
Room with a view: At 2026 Asian Games, athletes to stay at ‘Floating Village’ on board luxury cruise liner
The floating Games Village will be based at the Kinjo Pier in Nagoya Port and will include a balcony with an ocean view, giving the athletes a ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ experience, the organisers said. ( read original story ...)
Yokohama launches regional all-position steer tire
Yokohama Tire has released the 116R premium regional all-position steer tire, made in the USA at its Mississippi plant. The tire is available in three sizes, 11R22.5, 295/75R22.5 and 11R24.5, ... ( read original story ...)
This city should be your next adventure: Tokyo, Japan
Join National Geographic photographer Jonathan Irish on a journey through Tokyo, Japan, capturing the city's vibrant food scene, bustling open-air markets, and rich culture of craftsmanship. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nikkei rises ahead of BOJ decision; Advantest jumps
Nikkei inched up as investors awaited Bank of Japan's rate decision. Focus is on U.S. trade talks. Advantest surged, buoyed by U.S. tech gains. Bank of Japan is expected to hold rates steady.