TPG spoke to the brand new JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo's general manager in an exclusive interview celebrating the property's October opening. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Fest Unveils Lineup: Fan Bingbing, Tadanobu Asano, Rithy Panh and Palestine Epic Among Competition Highlights
Other highlights at Tokyo's 38th edition include Chloé Zhao 'Hamnet,' Brendan Fraser's Japan-set 'Rental Family,' acclaimed doc 'The Ozu Diaries,' loads of anime, and the much belated local premiere ... ( read original story ...)
‘Enjoy your last dance, my friend’: Novak Djokovic and Naomi Osaka lead tributes after Monfils announces retirement
Novak Djokovic, Naomi Osaka, and Ons Jabeur were among those who reacted to the news of their colleague Gaël Monfils' retirement, sending emotional messages of support and appreciation to their rival. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka’s $495 Labubu-inspired mascots take 13 hours to make and are dazzling the U.S. Open crowd
When I call her just a few hours to go before her client Naomi Osaka takes the court for the U.S. Open women’s quarterfinals on Wednesday night, Kerin Rose Gold warns me that she needs “to crystallize ... ( read original story ...)
Donald Trump Jr. Cornered on His Family’s Crypto Cash Grab
The president’s eldest son was asked about World Liberty Financial, a Trump-backed crypto venture, at a Singapore crypto conference.
2025 China International Industrial Technology and Smart Manufacturing Expo Opens in Osaka
The China International Industrial Technology and Smart Manufacturing (Japan) Expo, hosted by China's Ministry of Commerce and organized by its Trade Development Bureau (TDB), commenced at the INTEX ...
Why India Leads in Crypto Adoption in the Asia-Pacific Region
APAC crypto adoption triples in 30 months; India dominates, Japan posts fastest growth, signaling a major market shift.
‘It’s Happening So Fast’—Crypto ‘Floodgates Opening’ Predicted To Send Bitcoin Price To $1 Million
U.S. president Donald Trump’s son Eric has said he expects the bitcoin price to go to $1 million as crypto replaces the established financial ...
Tokyo’s Shibuya to make multilingual appeals for good behavior at Halloween
Tokyo's Shibuya Ward is to launch a multilingual campaign to appeal for good behavior at Halloween. Our site uses cookies and other technologies to give you the best possible experience. By using this ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo trying to increase number of hunters to deal with threats posed by bears
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government is trying to expand the number of hunters, and help them improve their skills, in response to threats posed by bears. ( read original story ...)
Pen-ek Ratanaruang to Lead Tokyo Co-Production Seminar as Market Adds China Pavilion and Expanded Tracks
Pen-Ek Ratanaruang headlines Tokyo market's 'Morte Cucina' co-production seminar, as the event adds a China Pavilion and expands industry sessions. ( read original story ...)
Nagoya man detained, suspected of placing 1,095 fraudulent food delivery orders
The 38-year-old is alleged to have signed up and then canceled membership for the Demae-can service repeatedly, making false claims to avoid payments totaling about ¥3.7 million. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo-based venture ispace reveals new lunar lander development for 2028 launch
Tokyo-based venture firm ispace has revealed a new lunar lander that is under development for its expected launch in 2028. ( read original story ...)
Collapse of older Tokyo house sparks safety inspections
A nearly 60-year-old house in Tokyo's Suginami Ward collapsed after its retaining wall gave way, confirming years of concern from local residents about its safety. ( read original story ...)
Japan days away from running out of Asahi Super Dry after cyber attack
Japan is just a few days away from running out of Asahi Super Dry as the producer of the nation’s most popular beer wrestles with a devastating cyber attack that has shut down its domestic breweries. ( read original story ...)
Nagoya Man Allegedly Placed 1,095 Fraudulent Food Delivery Orders
Japanese police have arrested a 38-year-old man in Aichi Prefecture for allegedly receiving refunds from a food delivery service firm by falsely claiming that ordered food had not arrived. Takuya ... ( read original story ...)