A U.S. economist with a focus on the sports business says the International Olympic Committee should shoulder half of the additional cost of postponing the ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s daily COVID-19 tally rises to 143, gov’t mulls reissuing business closure requests
The Tokyo metropolitan government on Tuesday confirmed 143 new COVID-19 infections, with the number staying below the 200-mark for the second straight day but spiking above the 119 cases detected a ... ( read original story ...)
Japan weighs allowing in US and European business executives
TOKYO -- Japan is considering easing coronavirus-related travel restrictions by allowing U.S and European business executives to enter the country as exceptional measures amid the pandemic ... ( read original story ...)
Japan mulls asking nightlife businesses to close to stem virus surge
The Japanese government is considering issuing business suspension requests to host clubs and other similar establishments that have ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Virus Numbers Fuel Concern of Spread Beyond Nightclubs
Tokyo reported 119 coronavirus cases Monday, its first reading below 200 in five days, which may ease concerns that the virus is spreading beyond nightclubs and known hotspot areas. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks rise in morning on COVID-19 treatment optimism
Tokyo shares rose Monday morning following upbeat U.S. shares late last week, after positive test results from a U.S. pharmaceutical ... ( read original story ...)
Virus Spreads Beyond Nightclubs as Tokyo Braces for More Cases
The latest flare-up in coronavirus cases in Tokyo is showing signs it’s spreading beyond nightclubs and known hotspot areas, as the Japanese capital braces for more infections after cases topped 200 ... ( read original story ...)
Japan government may ask Tokyo area to call for business shutdowns
The central government is considering asking Tokyo and Kanagawa, Saitama and Chiba prefectures to make business suspension requests depending on the extent of the new coronavirus outbreak there. ( read original story ...)
Takeda Provides Updates on Its Pharmacokinetic-guided Prophylaxis Studies at ISTH 2020, Reinforcing Its Commitment to Advancing Personalized Care for People with Bleeding Disorders
Among the data, Takeda spotlighted four abstracts to highlight its commitment to advancing personalized care through pharmacokinetic (PK)-guided prophylaxis in people living with hemophilia or von ... ( read original story ...)
A Tokyo neighborhood is offering anyone who gets coronavirus a $950 check, and some worry it could lead to a wave of deliberate infections
Shinjuku ward in central Tokyo says it will give 100,000 yen (around $935) to any citizen in the area who contracts COVID-19. ( read original story ...)
Japanese government considering Tokyo area business suspension requests
The government may ask Tokyo and its neighboring prefectures of Kanagawa, Saitama and Chiba to make business suspension requests depending on the extent of the new coronavirus outbreak there. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo reports 206 new COVID-19 cases, topping 200 for four straight days for first time ever
Tokyo reported 206 new coronavirus infections on Sunday, topping the 200 mark for the fourth straight day for the first time ever, public broadcaster NHK reported. The capital also reported 206 cases ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese pubs in Tokyo, Osaka now have special seats for online drinking party customers
While the coronavirus outbreak has caused entertainment event cancellations and theme park closures in Japan, many restaurants remained open, with the majority continuing to offer eat-in service even ... ( read original story ...)
Trendy Japanese lifestyle brand Muji files for bankruptcy in the US
The company said Friday that it will be closing "unprofitable" stores in the US and renegotiating rents. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s rush back to business generating alarm at local levels
The central government moved to further relax restrictions on business activities despite a worrying spike in new coronavirus infections in Tokyo and fears it heralds a second wav ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Kansai Paint pivots from Africa to India as sales slow
The Osaka-based manufacturer has also decided to exit its construction paint business in China. "We will unload low-performing assets acquired in past [acquisitions] and develop our company's ... ( read original story ...)