Tokyo stocks reversed earlier losses and ended higher as confidence about sound business performances expanded ahead of corporate earnings season in Japan. ( read original story ...)
Aust coffee buzz, beer o’clock hits Tokyo
From coffee to beer, Australia's favourite drinks are proving a big hit with Japan's high-income consumers, who are turning to distinctive NSW tastes. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nikkei ends at 6-week high as growth stocks jump
Japan's Nikkei index closed at a more than six-week high on Friday, led by growth stocks which tracked Wall Street's overnight gains and shipping firms which rose on their robust earnings. TOKYO, July ... ( read original story ...)
UPDATE 1-Japan to cut this fiscal year’s economic growth forecast – Nikkei
The Japanese government is expected to cut its economic growth forecast for fiscal 2022 to about 2%, down sharply from a projection of 3.2% in January, the Nikkei business daily said on Friday. It ... ( read original story ...)
Things are compact and efficient in Japan, just as you would expect
When we moved back to Japan, the Rugby World Cup was taking place and it was a fantastic time to return after being away for almost 20 years. The atmosphere, fantastic facilities for fans and great ... ( read original story ...)
Japan June Factory Output Likely Rose First Time in 3 Months as China Lockdown Lifted – Reuters Poll
Japan's factory output likely rose in June for the first time in three months after China's COVID-19 curbs eased, a Reuters poll showed on Friday. Japanese industrial production likely expanded 3.7% ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo office rental decline to reach an equilibrium soon: Savills
Grade A office rents declined 1.4% in Q2. Tokyo Grade A office rents contracted 1.4% QoQ in Q2/2022 to JPY32,809. Savills notes that the rental decline appears to have softened and may soon reach an ... ( read original story ...)
Hot Topic Travels Around the World With HARAJUKU COLLECTIVE Launch, Offers US Designed Studio Ghibli Merchandise in Japan for the First Time
Today Hot Topic, Inc., the leader in pop culture merchandising, celebrates a number of classic Studio Ghibli films ( My Neighbor Totoro, Kiki’s Delivery Service, Princess Mononoke, Spirited Away and ... ( read original story ...)
Japan and Israel’s compatibility is a match made in business heaven
Mitsubishi Corporation marked Israel as an innovation hub. Senior executive, Takashi Kai, was chosen to be the Head of the Tel Aviv liaison office. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s daily Covid cases cross 30,000 for first time in pandemic
New coronavirus cases in Japan's capital hit a record on Thursday, surging past 30,000 for the first time since the pandemic began, spurring officials to call for more vigilance. ( read original story ...)
Japan trade deficit grows despite improved exports as oil prices surge
Japan's trade deficit for the first half of this year totaled nearly 8 trillion yen because of surging oil prices and a sinking yen, brought on partly by the war in Ukraine, and weaker global demand ... ( read original story ...)
Yokocho – Eating and Drinking in Japan’s Vibrant Side Streets and Back Alleys
Have you ever visited a yokocho in Japan? For decades, the yokocho and its myriad of tiny bars and eateries was the stomping ground of the middle-aged Japanese man. However, in recent years, these ... ( read original story ...)
Yen’s Decline Poses Challenge to Japan’s Companies, Economy, BOJ Gov Says
The yen's recent rapid decline will make it difficult for Japanese companies to devise business plans and will become a ... ( read original story ...)
Right-wing ruling party wins Japanese upper house election
The LDP ability to retain control in the National Diet is an indication of the deep distrust the working class has for the Democrats and their allies. ( read original story ...)
Toyota plans to roll out hydrogen fuel-cell trucks for the Japanese market next year
While the company is well known for its hybrid and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles, it is also attempting to make headway in the increasingly competitive battery-electric market. This week also saw Suzuki ... ( read original story ...)
China-Japan Ties Twisted And Tested By Indo-Pacific Framework
The Indo-Pacific Framework for Economic Prosperity was launched in May 2022 during Joe Biden's first visit to Asia as president. Of the 13 partic ... ( read original story ...)