No fentanyl had been seized at Japan's borders in the six years through 2024, Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato said on Friday, after a media report alleged a Chinese group in Japan smuggled chemicals ... ( read original story ...)
Sheffield’s National Videogame Museum to showcase UK gaming excellence on world stage at Expo 2025 Osaka in Japan
July, the National Videogame Museum (NVM) will highlight UK videogame excellence and culture at Expo 2025, Osaka in Japan. ( read original story ...)
STT GDC launches data center in Tokyo
APAC data center firm ST Telemedia Global Data Centres (STT GDC) has launched a new data center in Tokyo, Japan. “We’re proud to announce that STT Tokyo 1 is now ready for service – a major milestone ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo gas in talks to seal long-term U.S. LNG purchase deals
Japan’s largest gas distributor is in talks with at least four companies over supply from projects dotting the U.S. Gulf Coast, according to sources. ( read original story ...)
Japan Post stripped of truck transport business license
The transport ministry revoked Japan Post's general truck transport business license on Wednesday, in response to the company's improper roll calls to conduct alcohol and other checks on its drivers. ( read original story ...)
Some in Bank of Japan called for keeping rates low for now, June summary shows
TOKYO] Some Bank of Japan (BOJ) policymakers called for keeping interest rates steady for the time being due to uncertainty over the impact of US tariffs on Japan’s economy, a summary of opinions at ... ( read original story ...)
US-based AI startup Anthropic picks Tokyo as 1st Asia hub
PALO ALTO, California -- Anthropic will open its first Asian office in Tokyo as early as this autumn, it was learned Tuesday, as the American venture behind ChatGPT rival Claude aims to capture ... ( read original story ...)
12 Hours in ANA’s EXQUISITE Business Class (my favorite) 🇯🇵
Journey from Sydney to Seoul with All Nippon Airways (ANA) featuring the Boeing 787-9 and 787-8 aircraft. Flight Details: - Airline: All Nippon Airways, NH - Aircraft: Boeing 787-9, Boeing 787-8 - ... ( read original story ...)
Indonesia Pavilion shines at Osaka expo, clocks 1 mln visits
The Indonesia Pavilion at World Expo 2025 Osaka, Japan, has marked a significant milestone by welcoming its one-millionth visitor, underscoring the interest ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese company blames laser tool for its 2nd crash landing on the moon
A laser navigating tool doomed a Japanese company’s lunar lander earlier this month, causing it to crash into the moon. Officials for ispace announced the news from Tokyo on Tuesday. The crash landing ... ( read original story ...)
EWJ: I’d Stay Away From Japanese Stocks Right Now
EWJ has rallied with Japanese stocks YTD, but macro and policy risks limit near-term upside despite fair valuations. Learn why EWJ ETF is a hold. ( read original story ...)
Japanese megabanks weigh Middle East evacuations, JPMorgan limits travel
TOKYO/NEW YORK (Reuters) -Several major Japanese banks are considering evacuating staff from the Middle East and Wall Street giant JPMorgan has restricted employee travel in the region as tensions ... ( read original story ...)
Investors wooed with freebies at Japan’s shareholder meetings
TOKYO] More Japanese companies are giving gifts at annual general meetings (AGMs) in a practice that could increase the ranks of loyal retail investors as pressure from activist investors grows. Read ... ( read original story ...)
Korean business leaders urge closer economic ties with Japan amid U.S.-China rivalry
Korea’s business leaders are urging closer economic cooperation with Tokyo, backing President Lee Jae Myung’s push for a renewed bilateral trade alliance amid mounting U.S.-China tensions and a ... ( read original story ...)
Sega unveils plans for Tokyo flagship store alongside Nintendo
The official store was announced via a video published on the Japanese Sega X account on Friday. No details were shared, however, VGC first reported last year that the Sega Store is set to open in ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese restaurants, food companies switching to noodles from rice
As cost-sensitive consumers are steering clear of rice after a price surge to record highs, restaurant chains and food companies are ... ( read original story ...)