Thrash also issued an injunction prohibiting the store from operating an adult mini-motion picture theater, adult bookstore or adult entertainment business. The store's bottom level includes several ... ( read original story ...)
Uber is ‘totally different’ to Lyft, major investor Saudi Arabia says ahead of IPO
Since its IPO in late March, Lyft's stock has lost over 20% because ... contributing $45 billion. The Japanese group is currently Uber's largest shareholder, with an almost 13% stake in the company. ( read original story ...)
Japan rings in new Reiwa era with plum blossoms and festivals
Her oldest daughter is 4 years old, the same age she was when Japan welcomed the previous Heisei era. Emperor Emeritus Akihito, 85, abdicated the throne unlike his father, who reigned until his ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s New Emperor Is Getting a One-Off Toyota Century Convertible
Japan's new emperor will ride in a one-off convertible Toyota Century at his coronation parade in October. The previous emperor used a vintage Rolls-Royce Corniche convertible at his coronation. The ... ( read original story ...)
Japan switches from Heisei to new Reiwa era, but old cultural and political faultlines remain
Japan is making much fuss, including an unprecedented 10 consecutive ... He has shown himself as a caring father figure: In tough times, after a volcanic eruption, or earthquake, or nuclear meltdown, ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama continues partnership with Canyonlands Jeep Adventures
Yokohama Tire announced it has extended its decade-long relationship with the Moab, Utah-based company that offers off-roading enthusiasts a chance to hit picturesque trails in Jeeps riding on ... ( read original story ...)
Emperor Naruhito ascends throne in Japan with ‘sense of solemnity’
“As the Japanese people embark upon a new era, we will renew the strong bonds of friendship between our two countries,” he said in a statement. Chinese President Xi Jinping sent his best wishes, ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka Stands Alone As Japan Big City Casino Candidate
“Osaka has consistently said it wants IRs ... and Yokohama has a festering rift between port operators opposing an integrated resort on Yamashita Pier and other business leaders supporting an IR. ... ( read original story ...)
World Bank Scholarships Program
Read More » The Call for Scholarship Applications from Developing Country Nationals is closed. April 11, 2019 — The Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program (JJWBGSP) call for applications ... ( read original story ...)
Japan can lead bridging of virtual-physical divide, top lobbyist says
Sompo Holdings President and CEO Kengo Sakurada recently started as chairman at the Japan Association of Corporate Executives, or Keizai Doyukai. He spoke with Nikkei about his vision for Japan in ... ( read original story ...)
Emperor Akihito Abdicates, and a New Era Arrives in Japan
While the role is chiefly ceremonial, the departing emperor acted as the nation’s chief consoler during times of disaster, such as the 2011 earthquake and tsunami, and sought to make amends throughout ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s new emperor will bring modern perspective to ancient role
Under Japan's U.S.-inspired pacifist constitution, the emperor has no political power. In an annual news conference marking his Feb. 23 birthday, Naruhito said he was open to taking up a new role that ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka withdraws from Stuttgart semi
STUTTGART, Germany — Top-ranked Naomi Osaka withdrew from the Porsche Grand Prix semifinals because of an abdominal injury on Saturday. Osaka said she began to feel the injury before her quarterfinal ... ( read original story ...)
CapitaLand raises USD391.3m for first discretionary property equity fund
The property group said CapitaLand Asia Partners I (CAP I) will invest in “value-add and transitional” office structures in several cities in Asia that include Singapore, Beijing, Guangzhou, Shanghai, ... ( read original story ...)
Same-sex marriage trial begins in Tokyo court
Thirteen same-sex couples earlier this year filed suits with district courts in Tokyo, Osaka and two other cities ... has no legal right to inherit her property, or to become the legal guardian ... ( read original story ...)
CapitaLand raises US$391 million in first closing of its maiden discretionary equity fund
Tapping into CapitaLand’s extensive network and strong asset management expertise, CAP I will invest in value-add and transitional office buildings in Asia’s key gateway cities, specifically Singapore ... ( read original story ...)