Under the SEGA Entertainment umbrella, Sega Sammy Holdings spans over 193 video game arcades in Japan and has experienced a loss of 20 percent during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The company ... ( read original story ...)
Coronavirus Relief Surges for Japan’s Small Businesses
Bank lending is rising at a record pace thanks to no-interest loans for Japanese small businesses that are backed by a public guarantee. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s crown prince declared heir to throne
Prince Fumihito, the brother of Japan's Emperor Naruhito, has been officially declared heir to the throne during a ceremony in Tokyo. Fumihito is six years younger than his brother Naruhito, who ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese business leaders hope Biden is committed to containing the pandemic
Hiroaki Nakanishi, chairman of Keidanren, said he hopes Suga and Biden will build a trust relationship to promote bilateral ties. ( read original story ...)
If You Invested $1,000 in Costco’s IPO, This Is How Much Money You’d Have Now
A $1,000 investment in Costco's IPO would be worth almost $223,000 today. Let's see how Costco was able to produce such eye-popping returns. Costco is the leader in the warehouse retailing space, with ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo holds 1-day gym meet to show Olympics may be possible
The good news for the Tokyo Olympics is that Japan on Sunday held a one-day exhibition gymnastics meet in front of several thousand fans with 22 athletes participating from ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese business leaders hope Biden committed to economy, pandemic
Business leaders in Japan on Sunday expressed their hope that Joe Biden will be committed to restoring the global economy and contain ... ( read original story ...)
Teenager Reo Yasunaga powers Yokohama FC to win over Vissel
Yokohama FC overcame an early deficit to beat Vissel Kobe 2-1 in the J. League first division Sunday thanks to an injury-time winner from 19-year-old subst ... ( read original story ...)
Official Look at Naomi Osaka’s COMME des GARÇONS Nike Blazer Mid Collab
Following some early rumors, we now have an official look at Naomi Osaka ‘s COMME des GARÇONS x Nike Blazer Mid collaboration. Reportedly releasing this month, the shoe utilizes the model’s ’77 ... ( read original story ...)
Gymnasts in Tokyo show how Olympics can pass coronavirus challenges
Gymnasts from four nations tumbled, leapt and spun through a friendly meet in Tokyo on Sunday in a closely-watched event aimed at showing the world Japan can safely carry out the postponed 2020 ... ( read original story ...)
Ex-Nissan exec who fled Tokyo writes of ordeal
Executive-turned-international fugitive Carlos Ghosn is gunning for revenge in a new book published last week about the events surrounding his arrest in Tokyo two years ago, 130-day Japanese ... ( read original story ...)
Law Decoded: New administration and the DoJ’s continued flex in crypto, Oct. 30–Nov. 6
Law Decoded delivers analysis on the week’s critical stories in the realms of policy, regulation and law. Are you over the election? I’m over the election. But you can bet that as soon as I finish ... ( read original story ...)
Bank of Japan closely watching forex market after Biden’s win
The BOJ is concerned that any sharp rise in the yen's value against the dollar will deal a serious blow to the Japanese economy already struggling with the coronavirus pandemic. ( read original story ...)
Japan extends almost ¥43 billion in loans to Myanmar for roads and corporate finance
Of the total, ¥27.78 billion will be earmarked for a project to build a bridge on a road that crosses Myanmar, Thailand, Laos and Vietnam. ( read original story ...)
Soccer: Teenager Yasunaga powers Yokohama FC to win over Vissel Kobe
Yokohama FC overcame an early deficit to beat Vissel Kobe 2-1 in the J-League first division Sunday thanks to an injury-time winner from 19-year-old substitute Reo Yasunaga. Kobe came out of the ... ( read original story ...)
Countryside living is cozy and affordable for residents willing to buy abandoned houses
When you think of home, what comes to mind? An apartment in the city? A sofa and a TV? Children playing in the garden or front lawn? Certainly, ideas differ across cultures and generations. ( read original story ...)