Tokyo 2020 unveil bug-eyed Olympic mascot probables

Tokyo Olympic organisers unveiled a shortlist of three official 2020 Games mascots today - from bug-eyed cartoon heroes to cuddly raccoons. The Olympic and Paralympic designs, which celebrate the themes of harmony, diversity and resilience, were unveiled ... ( read original story ...)

Nikkei rebounds on bargain-hunting, but mining sector weak

The broader Topix rose 1.1 per cent to 1,785.26, while the JPX-Nikkei Index 400 rose 1.1 per cent to 15,816.14. Tokyo, Dec 7: Japan's Nikkei share average rose on Thursday, taking back some ground lost in the previous session as investors sought bargains ... ( read original story ...)

Japan lures Vietnamese investors with free support

HÀ NỘI — With a growing economy, sophisticated market, innovation, together with business-friendly infrastructure and a comfortable living environment, Japan is attractive destination for Vietnamese enterprises to invest in. The statement was made by ... ( read original story ...)

Mascot designs for 2020 Tokyo Olympics shortlisted

TOKYO (AP) — Japanese schoolchildren will help determine the mascot for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. Organizers of the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics on Thursday unveiled three sets of designs for the games' mascots. The 6.5 million schoolchildren will ... ( read original story ...)

Japanese emperor’s memoir purchased by doctor

NEW YORK - A Japanese plastic surgeon known for his extreme political views has purchased at auction for $275,000 a memoir by Japanese Emperor Hirohito offering his recollections of the Second World War. The 173-page document was sold Wednesday at Bonhams ... ( read original story ...)

Thakral invests in 2 more properties in Osaka

SINGAPORE (Nov 29): Thakral Corporation has expanded its real estate footprint in Japan with two new investments – R Hotel Inns Osaka Kita Umeda and Namba retail redevelopment site in Osaka. R Hotels Inn Kita Umeda is a 120-room business hotel which has ... ( read original story ...)

Jones impressed by Sapporo Dome venue

Jones urges England to create history Rugby World Cup 2019: schedules and venues confirmed England head coach Eddie Jones says he is relishing the side's fixture at the Sapporo Dome at the 2019 Rugby World Cup after visiting the venue this week. ( read original story ...)

The bright side of Japan’s population decline

Japan is no longer a country where sun rises ... Trade and Industry (2012) and Nikkei Marketing Journal (2016). Not surprisingly, companies are seizing these opportunities. For example, retail giant Aeon is equipping shopping centers with gyms for older ... ( read original story ...)

Nikkei in worst fall for 8 1/2 months, Middle East concerns weigh

TOKYO, Dec 6 (Reuters) - Japan's Nikkei share average posted its biggest fall in 8 1/2 months on Wednesday as investors rushed to lock in gains after it broke below the key technical support from its 25-day moving average. Market sentiment was also bruised ... ( read original story ...)