Tokyo Metro Co. may create a shareholder benefits program to encourage individual investors to hold its stock for the long term, according to people familiar with the matter. ( read original story ...)
Japan hails record Emmy success for ‘Shogun’ as cultural win
Japan's government and people cheered the record trophy haul for period drama "Shogun" at the Emmy Awards as yet another win for their history and culture, which are becoming increasingly popular with ... ( read original story ...)
7-Eleven parent company’s new security rating won’t affect a buyout, Japan’s finance minister says
The change prompted speculation among some market participants that Seven & i was attempting to better defend itself from a potential takeover by Canada’s Alimentation Couche-Tard ... ( read original story ...)
PAL to restart Cebu-Osaka nonstop flights
Philippine Airlines (PAL) said Friday it is relaunching its nonstop flights between Mactan-Cebu and Osaka Kansai on Dec. 22, 2024. It said the strategic move represents a significant expansion of the ... ( read original story ...)
PAL brings back Cebu-Osaka flights
Flag carrier Philippine Airlines will resume its nonstop flights between Cebu and Osaka in December, just in time for the Christmas surge in air travel. ( read original story ...)
7-Eleven Store Operator Seven & i Reclassified Under Japan’s Investment Rules: What Does It Mean For $39B Couche-Tard Deal?
Along with other additions, the list included the much-talked-about Seven & i Holdings Co. (OTC:SVNDF) (OTC:SVNDY). See Also: Retail Sales Rise 0.1% In August, More Than Expected, Boosting Odds Of ... ( read original story ...)
Most markets up ahead of Fed but Tokyo hit by strong yen
Most Asian and European markets rose Tuesday but Tokyo sank more than one percent as exporters were hit by a stronger yen with traders gearing up for a bumper US interest rate cut and a key Japanese ... ( read original story ...)
Couche-Tard tests Japan’s foreign investment reforms with 7-Eleven bid
Japanese merger experts believe the Circle K owner has a fighting chance at success in its bid for Seven & i Holdings Co. Ltd. ( read original story ...)
Most Asian markets up ahead of Fed but Tokyo hit by strong yen
Most Asian markets rose Tuesday but Tokyo sank more than one percent as exporters were hit by a stronger yen with traders gearing up for a bumper US interest rate cut and a key Japanese central bank ... ( read original story ...)
Businesses in Japan tap alumni amid talent shortage
Companies in Japan are increasingly reaching out to their former employees to cope with labor shortages and explore new business prospects. ( read original story ...)
Japan will continue to assess economic impact of stronger yen, finance minister says
Japan Finance Minister Shunichi Suzuki said on Tuesday the government will continue to analyse the impact of the strengthening yen on the economy and respond appropriately."Our stance has been that ... ( read original story ...)
Japan to analyse impact of stronger yen, finance minister says
Japan Finance Minister Shunichi Suzuki said on Tuesday the government will continue to analyse the impact of recent currency moves on the Japanese economy and respond appropriately."Rapid moves on the ... ( read original story ...)
Homes for all: The story of Japan landlord accused of yakuza ties, and why she rents to everyone
In August, a 77-year-old woman sat in court, accused of abetting the escape of a drug crime suspect with ties to a yakuza group. The woman is・・・ ... ( read original story ...)
‘Expo Osaka 2025’ Zim’s chance to shine on global stage: Majuru
Allan Majuru (AM), the commissioner-general for the expo, who disclosed that the country's participation at the world stage aims to promote the Brand Zimbabwe, tourism, investment and trade ... ( read original story ...)
Japan travel industry calls for offering free passports to 18-year-olds
TOKYO: The Japanese government should offer free passports to 18-year-olds who have legally become adults to motivate more young people to travel abroad, the head of a travel industry group said in a ... ( read original story ...)
Why has World Expo 2025 so excited host Osaka? It triggers memories of 1970 Expo in Japan
Osaka is abuzz as the city prepares for World Expo 2025, with those who recall Japan’s last World Expo, in 1970, particularly enthusiastic. ( read original story ...)