The Bank of Japan should avoid deepening negative rates, which would further pressure profits, the head of a lobby group of regional banks said, after the central bank vowed to examine measures to ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Sapporo Breweries halts beer release over ‘embarrassing’ misprint
The limited-edition Kaitakushi Beer Tailored line, which carries the word ‘lagar’ at the front of the can, was meant to be launched on January 12. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo 2020 head says ‘impossible’ to delay Olympics as public opposition grows
Japanese poll on Wednesday finds just 16% think Games should go ahead this year but Tokyo committee chief says preparations will continue ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Olympics: Eilidh McIntyre & Hannah Mills maintain focus amid games uncertainty
Sailor Eilidh McIntyre says suggestions to delay the Olympics until 2024 could jeopardise the chance of medal contenders. ( read original story ...)
Former Quinn Emanuel Tokyo Partner Heads for DLA Piper After Brief Stint
ESB Professional/Shutterstock.com. DLA Piper has hired a disputes partner in Tokyo. Tony Andriotis joins from Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan where he was a partner focusing on international ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Olympics in Doubt Again: Jokowi Gets Vaccine: Virus Update
U.S. President-elect Joe Biden, meanwhile, will seek a deal with Republicans on another round of virus relief, rather than attempting to ram a package through without their support. Subscribe to a ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s State of Emergency Is Seen Having Limited Impact on the Economy
This latest state of emergency in Tokyo and three other areas was announced last week, in a bid to combat the latest surge in coronavirus infections. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s state of emergency will likely have limited impact on the economy, say economists
This latest state of emergency in Tokyo and three other areas was announced last week, in a bid to combat the latest surge in coronavirus infections. ( read original story ...)
Japan to Expand Virus Emergency to Cover 60% of Economy
Japan is set to expand its state of emergency beyond the Tokyo region to encompass the country’s largest economic hubs as it battles to contain a surge in coronavirus cases. ( read original story ...)
Japanese developer Keihanshin says activist fund Strategic Capital’s hostile bid fails
Japanese property firm Keihanshin Building Co 8818.T said on Wednesday activist fund Strategic Capital failed in a hostile bid to boost its stake in the company. Strategic Capital in November launched ... ( read original story ...)
REUTERS NEXT-Suntory CEO not certain Japan can hold Olympics, should know by end-March
The head of Japanese beverage group Suntory Holdings, who is also a government adviser, said he was uncertain whether Japan can host the Olympics due to the coronavirus pandemic, and that the decision ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Real Estate News
Based on a new survey by international property consultant JLL, over 93 percent of corporate real estate leaders believe their business or recovery plans to mitigate the impact of the pandemic will be ... ( read original story ...)
Nikkei gains on fifth day as chip-related shares shine
Japan's benchmark Nikkei stock average extended its bull run to a fifth straight session on Wednesday and hit a 30-year high, with semiconductor shares leading the gains on expectations of strong ... ( read original story ...)
BOJ will mull cutting this year’s growth forecast: Nikkei
The Bank of Japan will consider cutting its economic forecast for the current fiscal year ending in March as consumption takes a hit from state of emergency measures against the coronavirus, the ... ( read original story ...)
Master brewer: the woman excelling in Japan’s male world of sake
Miho Imada has won international acclaim as a tôji, or master brewer of the traditional Japanese tipple ... ( read original story ...)
To cancel or not?: IOC, Japan press ahead with Tokyo Games
Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga declared a state of emergency last week for Tokyo and surrounding areas. Amid the surging virus, he again promised the postponed Tokyo Olympics would ... ( read original story ...)