Japan's labor force do not mind robots in factories because they're seen as a source of help, Japanese Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Taro Aso said. Japan, the world's third-largest economy, is home to a rapidly shrinking population that's ... ( read original story ...)
The Yamazaki crisis — Japanese whisky is going dry
TOKYO -- Bottles of high-end Japanese whisky are put on display every day at the entrance of Japan's largest duty-free shop in Haneda Airport. But there is one problem: it is nearly impossible to buy one. "These days, we can secure just 12 bottles of ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nikkei sags as automakers slip on softer U.S. sales
TOKYO, May 2 (Reuters) - Japan’s Nikkei share average dipped on Wednesday, weighed by weaker automakers, although the dollar’s rise to three-month highs versus the yen and positive sentiment toward tech stocks helped curb some of the losses. The Nikkei ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nikkei slips ahead of Fed; automakers, Fujifilm retreat
TOKYO, May 2 (Reuters) - Japan’s Nikkei share average slipped on Wednesday amid caution ahead of the Federal Reserve’s policy decision and U.S. jobs data, although the dollar’s rise against the yen and positive sentiment toward tech stocks helped ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese PM praises relations with oil-rich U.A.E.
Abe appeared briefly at a Japan-UAE Business Forum in the Emirati capital of Abu Dhabi, at one point even praising Japanese fruit for sale. "Japan and the UAE are keen to develop a people-to-people dialogue," he said. But produce and interpersonal ... ( read original story ...)
Canadian Solar Wins Second Award for Dual-Tenor Green Project Bond in Japan
The international recognition encourages us to commit to further innovation in the Japan market. We garnered immense support from our business partners, investors, and financiers to shape an innovative financing structure,” commented Dr. Shawn Qu ... ( read original story ...)
TOKYO | In Japan, Ichiro’s move starts long ‘Sayonara’ for a legend
TOKYO — Ichiro Suzuki says he hasn’t retired, but his move to the front office of the Seattle Mariners is seen by many in Japan as the beginning of a long “Sayonara” for a national treasure. Ichiro dominated Japanese TV talk shows, news shows and ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese cosmetics makers look to lure repeat customers in China
TOKYO -- Japanese cosmetics makers in China are expanding operations as they try to keep Chinese tourists returning from Japan as repeat customers while growing a domestic customer base. Shiseido is setting up in-store "experience spaces" for its major ... ( read original story ...)
In Japan, Ichiro’s move starts long ‘Sayonara’
Ichiro dominated Japanese TV talk shows, news shows and social media on Friday. National broadcasters showed historical footage of Ichiro playing with the Orix Blue Wave — his team before he joined the Mariners in 2001 — and his news conference in ... ( read original story ...)
In Japan, Ichiro’s move starts long ‘Sayonara’ for a legend
Ichiro dominated Japanese TV talk shows, news shows and social media on Friday. National broadcasters showed historical footage of Ichiro playing with the Orix Buffaloes — his team before he joined the Mariners in 2001 — and his news conference in ... ( read original story ...)
In Japan: Ichiro’s move start of long ‘Sayonara’ for legend
Ichiro dominated Japanese TV talk shows and social media on Friday. National broadcasters showed historical footage of Ichiro playing with the Orix Buffaloes — his team before he joined the Mariners in 2001 — and his news conference in Seattle to ... ( read original story ...)
Nikkei 225 sees 22,500, equities continue to steadily eat away at January’s decline
Nikkei lifting back into fresh highs after Japan returns to markets following the long weekend. Japan's equities continue to climb as investors remain confident that interest rate increases are a long way off. Japan's Nikkei 225 equity index is looking for ... ( read original story ...)
After 6 years of growth, Japan’s economy sputters
TOKYO -- Japan's six-year economic recovery likely stumbled in the January-March quarter, as exports of electronic parts and other items stalled while rising prices for everyday goods turned off consumers. Real gross domestic product including goods prices ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo digital art museum looks to ‘expand the beautiful’
The waterfall appears to run down the wall of a room and across the floor, but the flow is an illusion -- a digital exhibit at a new interactive museum in Tokyo. The flower-filled waterfall is the work of Japanese collective teamLab, known internationally ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nikkei slips ahead of Fed’s policy decision; automakers, Fujifilm retreat
TOKYO: Japan's Nikkei share average slipped on Wednesday amid caution ahead of the Federal Reserve's policy decision and US jobs data, although the dollar's rise against the yen and positive sentiment toward tech stocks helped curb some of the losses. ( read original story ...)
RMS Releases New Japan Earthquake and Tsunami High Definition Model
RMS, the leading global risk modeling and analytics firm, announced today the release of its new Japan Earthquake and Tsunami High Definition (HD) model. RMS has collaborated with local experts, scientific agencies and insurers to develop a model that ... ( read original story ...)