The head of Japan’s biggest business lobby said he expects businesses to maintain wage hike momentum to a certain extent during the talks despite some 'clearly very tough factors.” ... ( read original story ...)
The Tokyo Islands Access Diversification Project
To evaluate Hachijojima’s suitability as a destination for overseas business jet operations, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government conducted a demonstration project in the summer of 2025 using a ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s bond vigilantes are sending a warning governments can’t ignore, Yardeni says
The yields on Japan's long-term debt pulled back early on Wednesday after Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama urged investors to remain calm. ( read original story ...)
How The U.S.–Japan Tariffs Reshape Small Business Strategy
Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Eric Youngstrom writes about SMBs, supply chain, eCommerce & retail. Small businesses across the U.S. now face a shifting tariff ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Metropolitan Government Selects Multi-Use Case Implementation Project Featuring SkyDrive and Joby Aviation Aircraft for “eVTOL Implementation Project (Phase I)”
The project proposal by the nine companies, with Nomura Real Estate as the Lead Company, was selected by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government for their "eVTOL (Flying Car) Implementation Project (Phase I ... ( read original story ...)
Project B Announces Tokyo as Host City of Global Basketball Circuit, Featuring Elite Men’s and Women’s Competition
Today, Project B announced Tokyo as a host city of its 2026-27 basketball season. The global sports platform will play men’s and women’s tournaments at ... ( read original story ...)
Little Tokyo Düsseldorf: Where Culture, Tourism, and Business Connect Germany and Japan
Little Tokyo Düsseldorf is Europe’s most authentic Japanese quarter, showcasing strong cultural, tourism, travel, and business ties between Düsseldorf and Tokyo. Centered on Immermannstraße, the ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s ‘Another Japan’ project bridges education and real business
In the 1980s and 1990s, companies would teach graduates everything from A to Z as long as they had a diploma. Nowadays, employers seek immediately deployable experienced hires. The reality is that a ... ( read original story ...)
Under pressure, Japan’s chemical giants pivot
Japan’s leading chemical producers are in the midst of a restructuring intended to shift their focus from traditional petrochemicals and pharmaceuticals to specialty chemicals. This strategic pivot ... ( read original story ...)
Disney Japan Names Tamotsu Hiiro As Managing Director
Disney has tapped Tamotsu Hiiro to be the new managing director of its Japanese operations. Hiiro will report to Disney APAC President Luke Kang. Tamotsu was formerly president & CEO of McDonald’s ... ( read original story ...)
Japan business head regrets China’s ‘economic coercion’
The head of Japan's biggest business lobby has voiced strong regret over China's decision to step up controls on exports of goods to Japan for both military and civilian use. ( read original story ...)
Genting withdrawal from Osaka opens door for MGM in Japan
Nothing appears to be standing in the way of MGM Resorts International winning a concession in Osaka, Japan. MGM, partnering with Japanese financial services company Orix, was the only entity to ... ( read original story ...)
Reuse Business Expo to debut at FaW TOKYO 2026 in April
FaW TOKYO 2026 plans to offer a dedicated platform for circular business models when its Reuse Business Expo appears for the first time at the April edition of the international fashion trade event. ( read original story ...)
China’s Threat to Block Rare Earths Has Put Japan on High Alert
Tokyo is concerned at signs that Beijing may be laying the groundwork to restrict access to the metals vital to manufacturing. ( read original story ...)
Japan business groups cautiously optimistic despite China tensions, US uncertainty
Despite souring ties with their biggest trading partner China and uncertainty over US policies, Japan's largest business groups are cautiously optimistic about economic prospects this year. At an ... ( read original story ...)
Japan business group heads voice hope for dialogue to mend ties with China
The heads of Japan's major business groups on Tuesday expressed hope for dialogue with China as bilateral ties remain strained over r ... ( read original story ...)