The gap is slightly below the peak seen last year. In a report, Savills revealed that average rents in the Tokyo 23W and C5W saw moderate growth in Q3/2024, returning to a positive trajectory ... ( read original story ...)
Thai finance minister: casino industry to welcome global operators
Thailand Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat says the kingdom's nascent gaming industry will welcome qualified global operators.
Vissel Kobe, Yokohama F. Marinos awaken from slumber in AFC Champions League Elite
Suffice to say, the opening round of the 2024-25 AFC Champions League Elite did not go according to plan for two of the J1 League's representatives. Expected to go far in the tournament, Yokohama F. ( read original story ...)
Yokohama TWS to name Elio Bartoli as company president
Bartoli succeeds Paolo Pompei, who is stepping down to pursue external opportunities after a tenure with the company. ( read original story ...)
Mapletree acquires data center in Tokyo, Japan
Real estate investment trust (REIT) Mapletree Industrial Trust has acquired a data center in Tokyo, Japan. It has bought the mixed-use facility which comprises a data center, back office, training facilities, and an adjacent accommodation wing in Tokyo. ( read original story ...)
What you need to know about Tokyo’s branded residence market
The concept is increasing in popularity despite its novelty. In a report, Savills said the branded residence market operates predominantly within the prime end of local residential markets, combining the traditional features of ultra-luxury residences, ( read original story ...)
No more late-night off-base drinking for U.S. troops in Japan
The head of American military forces in Japan has issued a directive curtailing public access to alcohol after a string of alleged sexual assaults by service members there earlier this year. In a Sept. 16 liberty order, U.S. Forces Japan banned troops from ... ( read original story ...)
Coco Gauff Helps Injured Naomi Osaka Walk Off Court After She’s Forced to Forfeit Game Due to Back Problems
The moment happened during the China Open on Tuesday, Oct. 1, when Osaka retired in the second set due to a back injury ( read original story ...)
Japan to Keep Nuclear, Boost Renewables in Its Energy Mix, New Industry Minister Says
TOKYO (Reuters) - Japan plans to continue safely restarting nuclear power plants and will use as much renewable energy as possible, Industry Minister Yoji Muto said on Wednesday, indicating no major ... ( read original story ...)
Japan airport runway closes as World War II-era bomb explodes
A U.S.-made bomb dating back to World War II exploded at the Miyazaki Airport in Japan on Tuesday, damaging a taxiway, and causing a disruption in air traffic at the location. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s new government welcomes ‘forward-looking’ congratulatory message from China
Japan’s new government says it hopes to improve ties with China after receiving a “forward-looking” congratulatory message from Beijing on the election of Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba. ( read original story ...)
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ITV Studios partners with Tokyo broadcasting system television to create the first ever Ninja Warrior fast channel
ITV Studios and Tokyo Broadcasting System Television (TBS) are partnering to create the world’s first ever Ninja Warrior FAST channel dedicated to programming from around the world. ( read original story ...)
South Korea’s Yoon, Japan’s Ishiba agree united response needed against North Korea
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol held his first telephone call with Japan's new Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba on Wednesday and agreed a united response together with the United States is needed to counter North Korea's threats, ( read original story ...)