A dye house in Nagoya that specializes in kuro montsukizome, the dyeing of black-crested formal kimono that has been practiced since the Edo Period (1603 to 1868), is working on selling stoles and T-shirts that make use of the same technology. Yamakatsu ... ( read original story ...)
A Chinese Entrepreneur’s Plea for Rationality
Japanese companies are very conservative ... The most important foundation of the market economy is the protection of private property. Customers are resources that are part of that property, and they are the only source of return on investment. ( read original story ...)
Anti-base Okinawa activist released after five months in detention
Okinawa hosts the bulk of U.S. military facilities in Japan. At his first hearing at the district court Friday, Yamashiro admitted to the charge of destroying property by cutting barbed wire. But he pleaded not guilty to two other charges: the forcible ... ( read original story ...)
Germany's Merkel and Japan's Abe urge free trade with jabs at U.S.
Both called for a free trade deal to be reached quickly between Japan and the European Union, in comments made after G20 finance ministers and central bankers dropped a long-standing mention of open trade in their final communique after a two-day meeting ... ( read original story ...)
Edlinger claims World Cup title in Sapporo
The Austrian skier secured the women’s visually impaired title with guide brother Julian Josef in Sapporo, Japan. Austria´s Carina Edlinger and her guide Julian after their victory at the 2017 World Para Nordic Skiing Championships. © • Heinz ... ( read original story ...)
Japan and Russia hold talks on security, territorial dispute
TOKYO - The foreign and defence ministers from Japan and Russia are meeting in Tokyo for the first "two-plus-two" talks since Russia's annexation of Ukraine. Monday's one-day meeting comes as the sides work to end a decades-long territorial dispute that is ... ( read original story ...)
7 signs Japan has become a 'demographic time bomb'
Japan is dealing with what economists call a "demographic time bomb." Through a vicious cycle of low fertility and low consumer spending, the country's economy has gradually shrunk over the last 25 years. People are living longer, and they're heaping ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Gas suggested backdoor talks for new fish market: ex-official
The Tokyo government's main negotiator for the purchase of land ... To have fuller access to the Kyodo News website, it is necessary to subscribe. We offer a broad range of subscription options depending on your needs. Learn more. ( read original story ...)
Japan Inc. signs on to Saudis' quest for diversified economy
TOKYO -- The first visit to Japan by a Saudi king in 46 years this week led to Japanese companies signing memorandums of understanding on 20 projects, but it remains to be seen how many of those undertakings will actually blossom in the desert nation. ( read original story ...)
How to enjoy winter in Sapporo, according to ‘Biyahe ni Drew’
GMA News TV’s resident biyahero Drew Arellano and his ‘Biyahe ni Drew’ crew have listed the top things to do in Sapporo in wintertime: Sled at Moerenuma Park Who knew a landfill could turn into a beautiful park? Since being opened to the public in ... ( read original story ...)
Andaz Tokyo
The story of Andaz Tokyo is one of reunions, shared memories, and a vision that looks forward to the future by connecting to the past. The property of Andaz Tokyo of a collaboration of a team comprised of Mori Building, Hyatt hotels and tonychi each of ... ( read original story ...)
Japan holds first civilian missile evacuation drill
The Japanese government held its first-ever drill Friday to protect citizens in case a ballistic missile is launched toward Japan. More than 100 residents and schoolchildren of the coastal city of Oga in northern Japan participated in the drill. ( read original story ...)
PICS: Japan one-ups Scotch with whisky
Japan — A dim storage room surrounded by bamboo groves and ... who manages Nikka's international business. Nikka Whisky From the Barrel, packaged in a sleek bottle, is doing especially well in Europe, she says. Sukhinder Singh, owner of London-based ... ( read original story ...)
Japan, Russia hold 1st talks on joint activities on disputed isles
TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Senior officials of Japan and Russia met Saturday for the first talks on possible joint economic development of islands off Hokkaido controlled by Moscow but claimed by Tokyo, in an effort to resolve the long-standing row surrounding the ... ( read original story ...)
G-20 finance chiefs to maintain past pledges on currencies
BADEN-BADEN, GERMANY – Group of 20 finance chiefs were to reiterate existing pledges on currencies, including commitments to avoid competitive devaluations, at the urging of Japan and the United States, a G-20 source said Saturday, as they prepared to ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka Coffee Introduces Premier Coffee Brewing Products at the 2017 International Home + Housewares Show in Chicago
Much like wine, the flavors of coffee are nuanced and vary greatly. Osaka believes that in order to fully enjoy coffee it is not just the source of the beans or the method of roasting. If brewed incorrectly the results will not be satisfactory. With Osaka ... ( read original story ...)