TOKYO — A Tokyo court has rejected former Nissan chairman Carlos Ghosn’s latest request for bail, more than two months after his arrest, prolonging a detention that has drawn international scrutiny of ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka in disguise
Naomi Osaka heeds her big sister’s suggestion to wear a wig and sunglasses to conceal her identity as she walks around in Japan. Naomi Osaka recently took up her big sister’s suggestion to ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka sets up Svitolina last-eight test, Serena faces showdown
As the second week of the opening Grand Slam of the year got underway, fourth seed Osaka was still standing after emerging from an error-strewn first set against crafty Latvian Anastasija Sevastova to ... ( read original story ...)
Pacific Rim trade bloc meets in Tokyo, prepping for growth
TOKYO — Representatives from a Pacific Rim trade bloc geared ... the agreement aims to streamline trade and slash tariffs to facilitate more business among member nations with a combined population of ... ( read original story ...)
Why some Canadian farmers may soon tower ‘head and shoulders’ above their U.S. rivals in Japan
From those early days, Sunterra's Japanese exports have grown to become the majority of their processing business. And with a newly minted trade pact among Asia-Pacific nations, Price can see even bet... ( read original story ...)
How hyper-realistic plastic food became a $90 million industry in Japan
He would go on to start one of the biggest plastic food manufacturers in Japan that now controls an estimated 60% of the fake food market. By the 1950s, fake food had caught a wave of popularity. Hanu... ( read original story ...)
Osaka breezes into 2nd round
The only delay in the 58-minute match comes just before Naomi Osaka is serving for the match, when a ballboy tries to catch a bug that is fluttering on the court. MELBOURNE, Australia—The only ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo court denies Carlos Ghosn’s latest bail request
The Tokyo District Court on Tuesday denied former Nissan Motor Co Ltd Chairman Carlos Ghosn’s request for release on bail after his indictment last week on two new charges, making it likely the once-f... ( read original story ...)
Osaka Heights Apartments aims to ‘elevate you to new heights’
My Property Ltd., exclusive sales and marketing partner for Osaka Heights Apartments, announced its official launch on 26 and 27 January from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Cinnamon Grand, Cedar Room. A bran... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo court denies bail to Nissan’s ex-chair Carlos Ghosn
TOKYO -- The Tokyo District Court says it has turned down a request by Nissan's former chairman Carlos Ghosn's for release on bail, prolonging his detention. Ghosn, 64, was arrested on Nov. 19 and has ... ( read original story ...)
Govt takes investment roadshow to Japan
In addition, Osaka governor Ichiro Matsui will lead a group of Japanese ... Jiangmen and Zhaoqing -- with Hong Kong and Macao in a move to establish a new business hub. Mr Somkid said Thailand and Hon... ( read original story ...)
ACL Expands Business in Japan with Direct Sales, Marketing, and Customer Success Capability
Vancouver, BC, January 10, 2019--(T-Net)--ACL, a leading enterprise governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC) SaaS provider, has announced the transition of its Japanese business from channel ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka: Cops bust shop selling illegal porn; 40,000 discs seized
OSAKA (TR) – Osaka Prefectural Police have busted a shop ... During questioning, Kuwayama said that he started the business several years ago. “Ten discs for 5,000 yen,” the suspect was quoted by poli... ( read original story ...)
SHARP Brings Society-Changing Vision to the World at CES 2019
LAS VEGAS & OSAKA, Japan--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan 10, 2019--Sharp Corporation (TOKYO:6753) has returned to CES 2019 with its first full-scale exhibit in over four years to showcase a fast-growing portfol... ( read original story ...)
Canadian farm exports to Japan boosted by new Pacific trade deal at expense of holdout U.S.
At the Canadian embassy in Tokyo last month, beef promoters flew in a chef from Canada to cook New York strip steaks for hungry Japanese importers and restaurant suppliers. The annual Canadian beef bu... ( read original story ...)
Carlos Ghosn case rattles Japan’s expat business community
"The way Mr. Ghosn is treated seems completely out of proportion compared to the way Japanese executives are treated," said one Tokyo-based French businessperson. TOKYO: Carlos Ghosn's prolonged deten... ( read original story ...)