TOKYO, Feb 19 (Reuters) - Japanese business sentiment worsened in February to levels last seen in late 2016, the Reuters Tankan poll showed, in a sign companies took a hit from weakening demand both a... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka split from her coach because she didn’t want to sacrifice her own happiness
We're slowly finding out more about Naomi Osaka's sudden shock split from her coach, Sascha Bajin. 21-year-old Osaka announced her decision in a brief tweet last week, saying she'd "no longer be worki... ( read original story ...)
Japan/EU trade deal likely the biggest factor in Honda move
It makes more business sense to consolidate its production back into Japan. Brexit is unlikely to have helped at the margin: no manager wants unnecessary risk, and Brexit poses all sorts of risks ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka in the spotlight ahead of G20 and elections
But when it comes to Osaka this year, what’s noticeable is not only what politicians and business leaders have talked about, but also what they’ve played down. 2019 is being called, locally, the “Year ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo 2020 venue construction on track, say organisers
The Tokyo Organising Committee of the 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games has today (Wednesday) issued an update on venue construction, with preparations for the events remaining on track. Tokyo 2020 co... ( read original story ...)
10 Best Photography Locations in Tokyo
Read on and find out about the best photography locations in Tokyo. Shinjuku is an interesting area of the city. Whether you’re looking at the large crowds of people, the many neon lights, or the skys... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks close at two-month high on eased trade fears
Tokyo: Tokyo’s Nikkei index closed at a two-month high on Wednesday, tracking gains on Wall Street as fears about a US-China trade war and another US government shutdown eased. The benchmark Nikkei 22... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka has split with the coach who took her from world no. 68 to a 2-time Grand Slam champion, and nobody knows why
Naomi Osaka has split with the coach who guided her from world number 68 to a two-time Grand Slam champion, and nobody knows why. Osaka joined forces with the 34-year-old tennis coach Sascha Bajin in ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Osaka in shock split with tennis coach Bajin
Osaka, who grew up in the US and speaks little Japanese ... (This story has not been edited by Business Standard staff and is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.) ( read original story ...)
“COOK JAPAN PROJECT”, a 10-Months Unprecedented Gastronomic Event Featuring Star Chefs around the World Will Start from April 2019 in Tokyo!
TOKYO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 11, 2019--Granada Co., Ltd. (Location: 1-9-6 Shintomi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, CEO Yuji Shimoyama) invites about 30 star chefs from around the world to Tokyo and opens a limited-re... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo to boost energy ties with Moscow despite sanctions against Russia – Japan’s economy ministry
Also on rt.com Dangerous liaisons? Italians want to build LNG plant in Russian Arctic despite US sanctions threat Sanctions on Russia are not a concern for Japan, because Tokyo complies with them, yet ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s business continues to look bright at PV EXPO & PV SYSTEM EXPO 2019
TOKYO, Feb. 11, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Reed Exhibitions Japan Ltd. will be holding Japan's largest PV industry shows, PV EXPO 2019 and PV SYSTEM EXPO 2019 from Feb. 27 at Tokyo Big Sight, Japan. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo: Man arrested over fatal beating of Thai sex worker
TOKYO (TR) – Tokyo Metropolitan Police have arrested a 20 ... The woman, 19-year-old employee of a fuzoku (commercial sex) business, was found collapsed and unconscious on the floor inside. The face o... ( read original story ...)
Kansai execs have big dreams of transport projects ahead of G20, Osaka Expo and possible casino
KYOTO - With the 2025 World Expo secured for Yumeshima district in Osaka Bay and growing confidence the man-made island will also host one of Japan’s first casino resorts, Kansai’s business leaders ar... ( read original story ...)
What’s in a Tokyo 2020 medal? Old phones, discarded cameras
Tokyo Olympic organizers say they expect to collect enough obsolete electronic devices by the end of March to reach the amount that will be required to manufacture all Olympic and Paralympic medals. T... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo-Perth direct flights: Mandurah gears up to cater for incoming Japanese tourists
Ms Riddy said when the plan to link Perth to Tokyo was first announced at the end of 2018, the local business decided to start the process of finding someone who could cater for the new markets needs. ... ( read original story ...)