The Metro Manila Subway is being funded in large part by the Japan International Cooperation Agency. “In a word, the Philippines aspires to become the most hospitable economy for business. ( read original story ...)
Hawaiian seeks additional flights to Tokyo’s Haneda airport
HONOLULU - Hawaiian Airlines wants to more than double its daily service from Tokyo’s Haneda airport to Hawaii. The Honolulu Star-Advertiser reports the airline applied to the U.S. Department of Trans... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s emperor marks 30th year of reign at Tokyo ceremony
TOKYO - Japan’s Emperor Akihito attended a ceremony on Sunday to mark the 30th year of his reign while calling for the country to embrace openness in a more globalized world. The government-sponsored ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Spars With South Korea Over Multilateral Naval Drills
Japan and South Korea are engaged in a fresh spat -- this time over whether Japan will participate in multilateral naval exercises set to take place off Busan in late April -- amid renewed hostility o... ( read original story ...)
Japan scholar and translator Donald Keene has died at 96
TOKYO - Donald Keene, a giant in the field of Japanese literature and translation, has died at the age of 96. His death was confirmed by Akira Someya, secretary general of the Donald Keene Center Kash... ( read original story ...)
Japan fears earthquake and tsunami after massive deep-sea ‘omen’ fish caught
Japan is braced for a huge earthquake or tsunami after two giant deep-sea fish, symbols of doom in the country, were caught on its coast. The huge oarfish, which can each grow as long as much as 11 me... ( read original story ...)
Hard Rock International Sponsors Live Concert Series at the 70th Sapporo Snow Festival in Hokkaido, Japan
The opening acts included a Japanese traditional Taiko drum performance by Sapporo Sosei High School, a 63-piece brass band ensemble from Hokkai High School, a cappella group by Hokkaido University an... ( read original story ...)
Miyoshi stunner caps off brilliant Yokohama team move
Sporting News Video Hub One of the most iconic sports media brands. Conceived in 1886, Sporting News offers a trusted perspective on multiple sports through cutting edge digital story-telling on all m... ( read original story ...)
Jo leads Nagoya to 4-0 win in opening round of J-League
TOKYO (AP) — Brazilian striker Jo scored two goals as Nagoya Grampus beat Sagan Tosu 4-0 in the opening round of the J-League on Saturday. Jo, who was the league's top scorer last season, gave Nagoya ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s crown prince says thoughts of future ‘make me solemn’
TOKYO (Reuters) - Japan’s crown prince Naruhito ... “When I think of what is coming up, I feel very solemn,” Naruhito told a news conference ahead of his birthday, referring to the new ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s crown prince hopes to continue father’s legacy
TOKYO - Japanese Crown Prince Naruhito says he hopes to continue ... “I feel very solemn when I think about the future,” he said at an annual pre-birthday news conference Thursday. His remarks were em... ( read original story ...)
U.S. Regulator Warns Japan’s Biggest Bank Again on Money Laundering
Japan’s largest bank, Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, was already being investigated by United States prosecutors over whether it had failed to detect money laundering and sanctions violations at its ... ( read original story ...)
American Airlines renews push for new DFW route to Tokyo’s Haneda Airport
"Tokyo is an important hub for our Pacific joint business with Japan Airlines," American President Robert Isom said in a statement. "Enhanced service at Haneda would give our customers better access t... ( read original story ...)
Japan Allows Fintech Payments Specialists to Compete with Banks
In this brief announcement posting, appearing in Best Exchange Rates.com, they point out that the Japanese Financial Services Authority (FSA) has announced it will remove a ¥1 million (US$9,000) cap o... ( read original story ...)
BANK OF JAPAN : Japan’s key bond yield ends flat
The yield on the benchmark 10-year Japanese government bond ended flat Friday as selling on overnight falls in U.S. Treasury prices was offset by buying triggered by a Bank of Japan bond-buying operat... ( read original story ...)
PM pledges optimal conditions for Japanese MUFG Bank in VN
Prime Minister Nguyễn Xuân Phúc (r) receives Kanetsugu Mike, President and CEO of the largest Japanese bank in Hà Nội on Friday.- VNA/VNS Photo Thống Nhất HÀ NỘI – The Vietnamese Government is committ... ( read original story ...)