Speculation is swirling about whom Ishiba will appoint to his cabinet when he forms a government on Tuesday, after winning the race for president of the Liberal Democratic Party. ( read original story ...)
PC Gamer at Tokyo Game Show 2024 Day 2 report: Microsoft’s Game Pass gambit boosts PC gaming, while Konami leans on Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater
As I detailed yesterday in my PC Gamer at Tokyo Game Show 2024 Day 1 report, PC gaming has been the notable winner at this year's TGS, with game publishers all around the world, but notably now in ... ( read original story ...)
Foreigners turn net sellers of Japanese stocks for 2024 on concerns over yen strength
Foreigners pulled out of Japanese stocks for a sixth successive week through Sept. 21, due to lingering concerns over a stronger yen and increased caution ahead of the Bank of Japan's monetary policy ... ( read original story ...)
Japan businesses hope for sustained economic growth under new PM
Japan's business leaders on Friday expressed hope that Shigeru Ishiba, the newly elected president of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, will accelerate the country's economic growth amid signs of ... ( read original story ...)
Reactions to Shigeru Ishiba’s selection as Japan’s next PM
Following are reactions to Shigeru Ishiba's election as leader of Japan's Liberal Democratic Party, setting him up to take over as prime minister next week: TAKESHI NIINAMI, CEO, SUNTORY, CHAIRMAN, ... ( read original story ...)
The hit zombie action comic achieving 8.5 million downloads in Japan, “In a World Full of Zombies I’m the Only One Who Doesn’t Get Attacked” will be available in …
In a World Full of Zombies I’m the Only One Who Doesn’t Get Attacked” will be available in English exclusively on MangaPlaza! ( read original story ...)
Japan’s new prime minister could try to shake up the country’s military pact with the US
Shigeru Ishiba, a former defense minister, wants the have a more equal partnership with the US. He will be elected prime minister of Japan next week. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Inflation Cools as Government Resumes Energy Subsidies
Consumer inflation in Tokyo eased this month after outgoing Prime Minister Fumio Kishida reinstated energy subsidies to help households cope with one of the hottest summers on record. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Electron prepares India expansion as PM Modi lures chipmakers
India is amping up efforts to attract international electronics companies and chipmakers to set up facilities within its borders, under a plan by the Narendra Modi administration to close the tech gap ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s hotly-contested leadership election
Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party will choose its new leader on Friday, after Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s surprise announcement that he’s stepping down. But what do we know about those vying ... ( read original story ...)
Some 7-Eleven owners in Japan welcome foreign bid, hoping for change
As much as Jun Nagao doesn't like the idea of foreigners scooping up Japanese companies, the former 7-Eleven franchise owner thinks a takeover would bring welcome change to the retail giant where he ... ( read original story ...)
Some 7-Eleven owners in Japan fed up with strategy, welcome foreign bid
TOKYO (Reuters) - As much as Jun Nagao doesn't like the idea of foreigners scooping up Japanese companies, the former 7-Eleven franchise owner thinks a takeover would bring welcome change to the ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Biggest Motorcycle Retailer Just Got Bought By Bain Capital, Oh Great
Let's say it's your dream to start a motorcycle shop, and through a lot of hard work and determination, you're able to pull it off. That's how the company now known as Red Baron Group first started in ... ( read original story ...)
Sidec handpicked these 9 M’sian startups to pitch to the Tokyo govt. Here’s what they learnt.
Sidec brought Malaysian startups to Japan to pitch to investors in Tokyo. Here are their biggest lessons and advice. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s PM race: Old problems, new faces, and a 30-year debate on surnames
As candidates vie for the role of prime minister, the debate over surnames has become symbolic of Japan's appetite for reform or the desire to cling to the status quo: Japan election ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s corporate service inflation steady, BOJ focusing on Oct data
A leading indicator of Japan's service-sector inflation held steady at 2.7 per cent in August, data showed on Wednesday, underscoring the central bank's view that rising wages are prodding more firms ... ( read original story ...)