Tokyo raised its coronavirus alert to the highest level on Thursday as its daily tally of new infections rose to a record 534 and its governor called for maximum caution as the year-end party season ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Records High of Daily Virus Cases, Amid Worrying Spike
Japan has reported a record number of daily coronavirus infections, amid a worrying spike in a country that has been spared the worst of the pandemic and hopes to host the Olympics next year. ( read original story ...)
No business closures, but Tokyoites are asked to practise Five Ss to curb Covid-19 spread
Tokyo has seen record-breaking numbers of Covid-19 cases, leading the Tokyo Metropolitan Government to raise the capital to the hi ... ( read original story ...)
New hotels: Banyan Tree Krabi, ibis Styles Nagoya, and more
TTG Asia's weekly roundup of new hotel openings and announcements. Banyan Tree Krabi, Thailand The 72-key luxury resort nestled on a verdant hillside has opened at little-known Tubkaek Beach, a ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo asks China if Xiang Xiang and parents can stay, as lease of pandas ends
Xiang Xiang’s star power is such that Tokyo’s Ueno Zoo has a daily ticketing system that allows 6,500 people to book a slot to see her. ( read original story ...)
Japan considering lifting ban on fully-online shareholder meetings in COVID-19 era
TOKYO, Nov 19 (Reuters) - Japan will consider allowing companies to hold annual ... and cannot restrict entry to any shareholders who want to attend. The Nikkei newspaper reported earlier on Thursday ... ( read original story ...)
IBIS STYLES DEBUTS IN NAGOYA, JAPAN
Styles, a design driven brand within the Accor group, has unveiled the 284-room ibis Styles Nagoya in the Ch?bu region of Japan. Conveniently located within walking distance from Nagoya Station, the ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama BluEarth GT Tyres: Fleet Introduction
Fleet Introduction first drive experience by reading Maruti XL6 from Auto Expert at CarDekho. Get real time information through Yokohama BluEarth GT Tyres: Fleet Introduction road test on how a car ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Olympics: Q&A on vaccines, fans, qualifying, and costs
TOKYO (AP) — We’re at the halfway point. The Tokyo Olympics were postponed eight months ago, and now are to open in eight months: July 23, 2021. Crunch time is coming. Tokyo organizers and ... ( read original story ...)
‘Tokyo Ueno Station’ by Japanese-born Yu Miri wins U.S. book award
In an award ceremony held online, Yu, who is of Korean descent and was raised in Yokohama, said she wants to share the prize with the people of Minamisoma, Fukushima Prefecture, a city stricken by the ... ( read original story ...)
Japan stocks end lower after Tokyo goes on highest virus alert
Japanese stocks fell for a second session on Thursday after Tokyo issued its most severe warning about a record daily cases of the coronavirus that raised concerns about further restrictions on the ... ( read original story ...)
Asia-Pacific Shares Finished Mixed; Nikkei Touches 29-year High
In the cash market on Tuesday, Japan’s Nikkei 225 Index settled at 26014.62, up 107.69 or +0.42%. Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Index finished at 26394.66, up 12.99 or +0.05% and South Korea’s KOSPI Index ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Inc to begin experiments issuing digital yen
TOKYO (Reuters) - More than 30 major Japanese firms will begin experiments next year towards issuing a common, private digital currency to promote digitalisation in one of the world’s most cash-loving ... ( read original story ...)
Japan finance minister: Not considering another cash handout for households
TOKYO (Reuters) - Japanese Finance Minister Taro Aso said on Thursday he was not currently thinking about giving households cash handouts for a second time. Aso made his remarks in parliament when ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Aso: Not considering another cash handout for households
EUR/USD trades flat around mid-1800s after Wednesday's marginal losses. France says EU leaders could approve a budget without Hungary and Poland. The Eurozone needs fiscal aid to combat the ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Daily Virus Cases Surge Past Previous Record High
Japan's Daily Virus Cases Surge Past Previous Record High TOKYO (AP) — Japan's number of reported coronavirus infections hit a record high Thursday, and the prime minister urged maximum caution but ... ( read original story ...)