Asian shares rise on Wall Street gains, upbeat Japan data

JAPAN DATA: Government data showed Asia's second-largest economy expanded at an annualized 2.5 percent in the third quarter. That's an improvement on an earlier estimate, reflecting stronger than expected business investment and rising inventories ... ( read original story ...)

Japan’s 3Q GDP Growth Revised Up to 2.5% on Capital Spending

Japan’s economy expanded in the third quarter more than initially reported, as the export recovery drove stronger business investment and rising inventories. Private consumption fell, underscoring the divide between external demand and consumer spending. ( read original story ...)

Japan reports economy grew 2.5 pct year-on-year in July-Sept

TOKYO – Japan's economy grew at a 2.5 percent annual pace in July-September, faster than the earlier estimate of 1.4 percent growth, the government reported Friday. Continue Reading Below The revision issued Friday reflects higher than expected business ... ( read original story ...)

Christmas Markets in Tokyo: Get Your Gifts and Ornaments Here

Christmas in Tokyo is a mind-boggling mashup of traditions, with continental-style markets playing a prominent part in the lead-up to the big day. The German influence is the most pronounced, probably due to the year-round popularity of a certain malt ... ( read original story ...)

Tokyo 2020 unveil bug-eyed Olympic mascot probables

Tokyo Olympic organisers unveiled a shortlist of three official 2020 Games mascots today - from bug-eyed cartoon heroes to cuddly raccoons. The Olympic and Paralympic designs, which celebrate the themes of harmony, diversity and resilience, were unveiled ... ( read original story ...)

Japan lures Vietnamese investors with free support

HÀ NỘI — With a growing economy, sophisticated market, innovation, together with business-friendly infrastructure and a comfortable living environment, Japan is attractive destination for Vietnamese enterprises to invest in. The statement was made by ... ( read original story ...)

Picosun Oy and Ushio Inc. start collaboration in Japan

ESPOO, Finland, and TOKYO, Japan, 6th December, 2017 – Picosun Oy, a leading supplier of advanced Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) thin film coating solutions, and Ushio Inc., a leading manufacturer of light sources and optical equipment, have started ... ( read original story ...)

Japan must rethink customs on product quality: Toray chief

TOKYO -- A Japanese business practice abused in a string of manufacturing scandals may need to be re-evaluated, the president of materials maker Toray Industries has suggested after a subsidiary contributed to the problem. President Akihiro Nikkaku ... ( read original story ...)

Japan consumer confidence at 4-year high on stocks, job market

The survey adds to upbeat signals surrounding consumer sentiment - service-sector business confidence reached a 3-1/2-year high last month. [nL3N1NF3HF] Japan’s economy is enjoying its longest expansion in 16 years but private consumption slipped for the ... ( read original story ...)