There is little doubt that Hong Kong activist Agnes Chow is big in Japan. The 23-year-old's arrest this week was headline news and lit up social media in Japan, far eclipsing the detention of other ... ( read original story ...)
Japan minister: Tokyo’s concern growing over Hong Kong situation
Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi said on Thursday that recent arrests of Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Agnes Chow and media tycoon Jimmy Lai raised questions over freedom of speech and ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese airline ANA in talks to raise up to $4.7 bln capital from banks – Nikkei
Japanese airline company ANA Holdings Inc 9202.T is in talks with private banks and the state-backed Development Bank of Japan to raise capital of up to ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama took “backwards step” for second Fuji race
Yokohama made a "backwards step" with its SUPER GT tyre in the second round of the season at Fuji, believes Mugen Honda driver Ukyo Sasahara. ( read original story ...)
Big in Thailand: Japan soccer catches on in Southeast Asia
On Saturday, Thais were particularly interested in a game between the J-League's Shimizu S-Pulse and Consadole Sapporo. The game pitted two Thai stars against each other, Shimizu's Teerasil Dangda ... ( read original story ...)
Asian shares mixed, led by Tokyo gains, after Wall St rally
Asian shares were mostly higher on Thursday, cheered by the rally on Wall Street that's likely a boon for export-driven regional economies, even as investors worry about ... ( read original story ...)
The Best GKIDS Films, From Tokyo Godfathers to Song of the Sea
GKIDS could be considered the animation world's equivalent of A24. Let's take a look at its best films, both anime and European cartoons. ( read original story ...)
Nikkei rises to 6-month high, chip-related shares lead gains
Japan's Nikkei share average scaled a near six-month high on Thursday, driven by strong gains in semiconductor-related stocks, with investors sticking to hopes that Washington will deliver stimulus ... ( read original story ...)
Japan banks ink $330 mil. deal for Qatar’s 1st mega solar project
The Japan Bank for International Cooperation and Mizuho Bank have signed a $330 million syndicated loan for a plan to build what will ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s wholesale price fall eases further as economy emerges from coronavirus jolt
Japan's wholesale prices fell at a smaller annual pace in July than in the previous month as global and domestic demand rebounded, a sign the economy was gradually emerging from the damage wrought by ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s first-ever hotel in a wooden castle breathes new life into fading rural town
A new Japanese hotel offers travelers a first-of-its-kind experience -- to live like a Japanese medieval lord in a real castle keep. The opening is part of a bigger mission -- to revive a dwindling ... ( read original story ...)
Ozu Castle breathes new life into fading rural Japan town
A new Japanese hotel offers travelers a first-of-its-kind experience -- to live like a medieval lord in a real castle keep. The opening is part of a bigger mission -- to revive a dwindling rural town. ( read original story ...)
As more foreigners move to Tokyo, why are many Japanese wanting to leave?
Tokyo has attracted 551,000 foreign residents, while the coronavirus pandemic and rise of teleworking mean more Japanese are keen to move to rural areas. ( read original story ...)
Japan markets set to jump as U.S. markets rally; investors await Australian jobs data
Japan markets were set to jump at the open, following a surge in markets overnight in the U.S. as tech stocks rallied. ( read original story ...)
This cat monk will make you want to visit Japan right meow
Hidden in the depths of northern Kyoto is a magical place that is sure to be a hit among cat lovers. In fact, visitors might even feel a little bit spiritual after making their way to the entrance, ... ( read original story ...)
Investors should note that Japan is dismantling some old defences
These dense webs of equity ownership have often been a source of frustration among investors — and not just because. The tendency for cross-holders to vote steadfastly with management means the ... ( read original story ...)