A man on trial here for forcing a high school girl into prostitution whereby she served more than 100 men last year has admitted to the allegations ... ( read original story ...)
Marcos visits Philippine Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., accompanied by First Lady Louise Araneta Marcos, visited the Philippine Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka on the second day of his official working visit to Japan. One ... ( read original story ...)
Japan private-sector rice imports soar in May
Japan's private-sector rice imports rocketed higher in May as the country grapples with supply shortages that have become a major headache for both consumers and policymakers. ( read original story ...)
Honda Opens “Honda Software Studio Osaka” as New Software Development Operation
Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (Honda) has opened Honda Software Studio Osaka, a new software development operation, in April 2025, at the Grand ... ( read original story ...)
Core inflation in Tokyo slows but stays above BOJ target
TOKYO] Core consumer inflation in Tokyo slowed in June but stayed well above the Bank of Japan’s (BOJ) 2 per cent target, data showed on Friday (Jun 27), keeping alive market expectations for further ... ( read original story ...)
Japan says no fentanyl seized at border in six years after US smuggling report
No fentanyl had been seized at Japan's borders in the six years through 2024, Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato said on Friday, after a media report alleged a Chinese group in Japan smuggled chemicals ... ( read original story ...)
Sheffield’s National Videogame Museum to showcase UK gaming excellence on world stage at Expo 2025 Osaka in Japan
July, the National Videogame Museum (NVM) will highlight UK videogame excellence and culture at Expo 2025, Osaka in Japan. ( read original story ...)
STT GDC launches data center in Tokyo
APAC data center firm ST Telemedia Global Data Centres (STT GDC) has launched a new data center in Tokyo, Japan. “We’re proud to announce that STT Tokyo 1 is now ready for service – a major milestone ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo gas in talks to seal long-term U.S. LNG purchase deals
Japan’s largest gas distributor is in talks with at least four companies over supply from projects dotting the U.S. Gulf Coast, according to sources. ( read original story ...)
Japan Post stripped of truck transport business license
The transport ministry revoked Japan Post's general truck transport business license on Wednesday, in response to the company's improper roll calls to conduct alcohol and other checks on its drivers. ( read original story ...)
Some in Bank of Japan called for keeping rates low for now, June summary shows
TOKYO] Some Bank of Japan (BOJ) policymakers called for keeping interest rates steady for the time being due to uncertainty over the impact of US tariffs on Japan’s economy, a summary of opinions at ... ( read original story ...)
US-based AI startup Anthropic picks Tokyo as 1st Asia hub
PALO ALTO, California -- Anthropic will open its first Asian office in Tokyo as early as this autumn, it was learned Tuesday, as the American venture behind ChatGPT rival Claude aims to capture ... ( read original story ...)
12 Hours in ANA’s EXQUISITE Business Class (my favorite) 🇯🇵
Journey from Sydney to Seoul with All Nippon Airways (ANA) featuring the Boeing 787-9 and 787-8 aircraft. Flight Details: - Airline: All Nippon Airways, NH - Aircraft: Boeing 787-9, Boeing 787-8 - ... ( read original story ...)
Indonesia Pavilion shines at Osaka expo, clocks 1 mln visits
The Indonesia Pavilion at World Expo 2025 Osaka, Japan, has marked a significant milestone by welcoming its one-millionth visitor, underscoring the interest ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese company blames laser tool for its 2nd crash landing on the moon
A laser navigating tool doomed a Japanese company’s lunar lander earlier this month, causing it to crash into the moon. Officials for ispace announced the news from Tokyo on Tuesday. The crash landing ... ( read original story ...)
EWJ: I’d Stay Away From Japanese Stocks Right Now
EWJ has rallied with Japanese stocks YTD, but macro and policy risks limit near-term upside despite fair valuations. Learn why EWJ ETF is a hold. ( read original story ...)