Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba aims to fund social security programs without changing the current tax rate of 10%. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Metro set to raise US$2.3 billion in Japan’s biggest IPO in 6 years, sources say
TOKYO: Tokyo Metro is expected to raise ¥348.6 billion (US$2.3 billion) after pricing its initial public offering at the top end of its range, according to two sources familiar with the matter, in the ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Metro prices IPO at 1,200 yen a piece, sources say
Tokyo Metro has priced its initial public offering at 1,200 yen a share, at the top end of 1,100 to 1,200 yen range, according to two sources familiar with the matter. That would raise 348.6 billion ... ( read original story ...)
Could Japanese wrestling become fashion’s new favourite sport?
Newly launched wrestling league Sukeban is collaborating with brands from Aries to Pat McGrath Labs. As the event lands in London, Vogue Business unpacks its fashion and beauty potential. ( read original story ...)
Japan firms plan to hike economic zone investments
The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) on Monday disclosed potential investments from Japanese companies following business-to-business (B2B) ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Metro’s IPO raised US$2.3 billion in Japan’s biggest listing in six years
Tokyo Metro’s initial public offering has raised US$2.3 billion after the company priced shares at the top of the marketed range, people familiar with the matter said, in a show of hot demand for ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Market snags bigger space in Carytown
The shelves of Tokyo Market are neatly stocked with a variety of merchandise, including Japanese groceries, spices, noodles, rice, snacks, and sweets, as well as gifts like ceramics and textiles ... ( read original story ...)
Urban Sophistication Maps Global Expansion With Tokyo Store Opening
From viral phone cases to ready-to-wear, the cofounders of Urban Sophistication show what it’s like to build a Gen-Z brand in the age of digitalized content. ( read original story ...)
Concerns persist over Osaka Expo preparations 6 months before opening
With Sunday marking six months until the opening of the 2025 World Expo in Osaka, there is persisting concern about whether the construction of pavilions and other facilities will be completed in time ... ( read original story ...)
Some standout pavilions at 2025 World Expo in Osaka
The following introduces some pavilions expected to draw attention at the 2025 World Exposition in Osaka. Singapore pavilion to embody its nickname "Little Red Dot" Singapore, often referred to ... ( read original story ...)
Japan PM Ishiba to consider visiting US to meet president-elect, Yomiuri says
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba intends to consider visiting the United States to meet the president-elect before the inauguration in January next year, the Yomiuri newspaper said on Sunday. ( read original story ...)
This Budget Airline Just Launched a New U.S.-to-Tokyo Route for Under $350
Houston residents will have a new option to Tokyo when Zipair launches new flights for as low as $333 one way beginning next March. ( read original story ...)
Japan: Tokyo Go-Kart Operator Charged For Letting Tourists ‘Drive Without Licenses’
The rare enforcement action alleges the manager of the company in Tokyo's Ota Ward rented go-karts to two foreign tourists who did not possess valid international driver's licenses in April, allowing ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s top business lobby proposes maximum use of nuclear energy
The Japan Business Federation, or Keidanren, proposed Friday that the government, in its next basic energy policy, should "clearly spell out a policy to make the utmost use of power sources that ... ( read original story ...)
Japan RegTech Business and Investment Report 2024: Market to Grow by 19.1% to Reach $210.5 Million this Year – Forecast to 2029
Japanese RegTech Market Japanese RegTech Market Dublin, Oct. 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Japan RegTech Business and Investment Opportunities Databook - 50+ KPIs on RegTech Market Size, By ... ( read original story ...)
Indonesia secures over $10 million in Osaka trade agreements
Industry Minister Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita announced on Friday that Indonesia secured business agreements worth over US$10 million at the Manufacturing ... ( read original story ...)