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 ...)
Never work with animals or children… Unless you’re one of the 4,000 staff at Pasona’s Tokyo HQ
At least, that's the thinking at Pasona's Tokyo headquarters, which boasts a ranch on its 13th floor. It's a feature enjoyed by just one other property in the city — the palace of Japan's emperor — and is all part of the HR company's efforts liven up ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama’s RB42 E-4 Radial tire now offered in multiple compounds
Yokohama Tire’s RB42 33.00R51 E-4 radial tire for various rigid frame haul truck applications is now available in multiple compounds – CP (cut-protected) and REG (regular) – so the tires can be customized for specific applications. According to Bruce ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese tourists can’t get enough of German culture — here’s why
That said it seems a well-known fact that Germany, in particular, is one of the European countries most popular among Japanese tourists. Staff at Business Insider Japan asked friends what they love about the country and even those who've never visited seem ... ( read original story ...)