The move follows a surge in visa applications, which authorities say has led to misuse of the scheme by individuals seeking a shortcut to long-term residency rather than genuinely managing businesses ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s top bank CEOs push for AI, soothing worry over human work
In Japan, where the financial sector employs hundreds of thousands of people, the conversation over AI and its impact on work is picking up pace. ( read original story ...)
The Business Traveler’s Guide to Tokyo
In fact, traveling to Tokyo on business may be the easiest way to tap into a vein of the local and everyday. The world’s largest metropolis is one giant cityscape of commuters on the move. Instead of ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks end at record highs amid hopes for robust AI demand
Japan's key stock indexes ended at all-time highs on Thursday, driven by firm technology issues amid hopes for robust artificial inte ... ( read original story ...)
Local business leader vows to discuss Osaka expo legacies
Discussions should be held on how new technologies and ideas showcased at the World Exposition in Osaka will be put to practical use, local business leader Masayoshi Matsumoto said in a recent ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka Expo set to end in black with up to 28 bil. yen surplus: organizers
Operating expenses for the World Exposition in Osaka are expected to show a surplus of up to 28 billion yen ($186 million), organizer ... ( read original story ...)
Japan stocks hit record after ruling party names pro-business leader
The benchmark Nikkei 225 index jumped above 47,000 for the first time as investors welcomed Takaichi's victory. ( read original story ...)
Japan stocks soar to records after Sanae Takaichi wins race to head ruling party
Takaichi’s ascent to leader of the LDP puts her on track to become Japan’s first female prime minister in a vote in parliament later this month. Traders in equity, bond and currency markets anticipate ... ( read original story ...)
Doctors, Inc. and Nankodo Enter into Strategic Capital and Business Alliance
Doctors, Inc. and Nankodo Enter into Strategic Capital and Business Alliance Healthcare professionals worldwide, particularly physicians, are facing unprecedented workloads. To sustain and improve ... ( read original story ...)
Japan and U.S. business leaders call for transparency in trade and investment
The statement call comes as U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff policy is adding to global economic uncertainties. ( read original story ...)
Nvidia and Fujitsu agree to work together on AI robots and other technology
U.S. technology company Nvidia and Fujitsu, a Japanese telecommunications and computer maker, have agreed to work together on artificial intelligence to deliver smart robots and a variety of other ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s service sector extends gains in September, PMI shows
The S&P Global final Japan Services Purchasing Managers' Index edged up to 53.3 in September from 53.1 in August, marking a slightly steeper increase in business activity and an 11th month of readings ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s ruling party faces crisis as far-right Sanseito gains influence
Sanseito warned of a "silent invasion" of foreigners, and leader Sohei Kamiya used a derogatory term for ethnic Koreans at a rally, later issuing an immediate apology ... ( read original story ...)
Japan-US business summit aims to enhance ties
Business leaders from Japan and the United States are meeting in Tokyo to boost corporate ties. The conference kicks off amid concerns over the impact of US tariff measures. ( read original story ...)
Japan business mood improves, clears another hurdle for BOJ rate hike
By Leika Kihara TOKYO (Reuters) -Confidence among big Japanese manufacturers improved for the second straight quarter and firms maintained their upbeat spending plans, a central bank survey showed, ... ( read original story ...)
Thakral Corp divests Yotsubashi Nakano Building in Osaka for 5.3 billion yen
[SINGAPORE] Thakral Corporation : AWI +0.63% announced on Tuesday (Sep 30) that it has completed the divestment of its commercial building, Yotsubashi Nakano Building, in Osaka, Japan, for 5.3 billion ... ( read original story ...)