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 ...)
MGM: Companywide workforce reduction to cover 1,000 job eliminations by June
The overall goal of MGM 2020 will be to transfer some of the operating decisions made on the property level to the corporate level ... based company for development of integrated resort in Osaka, ... ( read original story ...)
12 elevated food and drink experiences to have in Japan
Japanese food has skyrocketed in popularity around the world, but discovering why it earned its status as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Property necessitates a trip ... yet it’s absolutely ... ( read original story ...)
Frasers to finalise divestment from Central Park retail
Frasers Property is looking to finalise its divestment from the $ ... This transaction represents the final component of the partnership between Frasers and Osaka-based Sekisui House’s divestment ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s new emperor takes the throne
TOKYO -- Crown Prince Naruhito ascended to Japan's Chrysanthemum Throne at midnight Wednesday, marking the beginning of the new Reiwa era. The new emperor succeeded his father, Akihito ... ( read original story ...)
How Canadians may get a better mortgage rate thanks to the Japanese. Plus, a small bank stock with big returns
Bond markets look boring on the surface – buy a bond at a price that locks in a guaranteed yield, collect annual payments, get the principal back when the bond matures. Yawn. The simplicity of the ... ( read original story ...)
Emperor Akihito, Who Gave Japan’s Monarchy a Human Face, Abdicates Throne
Akihito and Michiko traveled across Japan, and were a consoling presence particularly after disasters. They visited the Kobe region after the 1995 earthquake that killed close to 6,500 people, ... ( read original story ...)
SoftBank-backed coworking space provider WeWork joins IPO rush
If it completes its IPO in 2019, WeWork is likely to be the biggest company ... and has received significant backing from some of the world's biggest investors, including Japan's SoftBank. The company ... ( read original story ...)
Emperor Akihito: Japanese monarch declares historic abdication
Japan's Emperor Akihito has declared his abdication in a historic ... "I think the emperor is loved by the people," Morio Miyamoto told Reuters news agency. "His image is one of encouraging the people ... ( read original story ...)
Ryukyu pulls away in third quarter, eliminates Nagoya in series-deciding game
Jeff Ayres scored 17 points and Ryuichi Kishimoto had 16 as the Ryukyu Golden Kings topped the visiting Nagoya Diamond Dolphins 67-43 in Game 3 of their quarterfinal playoff series on Monday night. ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese Emperor Akihito declares historic abdication
Japan's current law prohibits women from inheriting the throne ... "I think the emperor is loved by the people," Morio Miyamoto told Reuters news agency. "His image is one of encouraging the people, ... ( read original story ...)
Emperor announces abdication as Japan marks end of era
TOKYO -- Japanese Emperor Akihito announced his abdication at a palace ceremony Tuesday in his final address, as the nation embraced the end of his reign with reminiscence and hope for a new era. ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Emperor Akihito, 85, Abdicates Throne as First Japanese Royal to Step Down in 200 Years
Japan’s Emperor Akihito is abdicating on Tuesday, making way for his son to take the throne. Akihito, 85, announced his plan to step down due to health reasons in December 2017, marking the country’s ... ( read original story ...)
WeWork owner The We Company joins IPO stampede
If it completes its IPO in 2019, WeWork is likely to be the biggest company ... and has received significant backing from some of the world’s biggest investors, including Japan’s SoftBank. The company ... ( read original story ...)