The Japanese government has provided nearly $1.8 million to promote community development through the clearance of cluster munitions and unexploded ordnance (UXO) under the Grant Assistance for ... ( read original story ...)
Japan cautiously moves toward stern response to Russia after years of trying to improve relations
As the leaders of the world’s largest economies gather to discuss a united response to Russia's assault on Ukraine, Japan — the lone Asian member of the Group of Seven nations — is cautiously ... ( read original story ...)
Japan to accept J&J COVID vaccine for border entry next month
Japan said on Thursday international travellers showing proof of a COVID-19 vaccination with the Johnson & Johnson shot would be allowed in and be eligible for a shorter time in quarantine when border ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo registers 10,169 coronavirus infections on Feb. 24
Japan's capital reported 10,169 COVID-19 cases on Feb. 24, after recording 14,567 the day before, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government announced ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s Nikkei index ends down 1.8pc on Ukraine crisis
Tokyo stocks closed sharply lower today as fears grew of a full-scale war in eastern Europe after Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a “military operation” in Ukraine. The benchmark Nikkei 225 ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo reports 10,169 new coronavirus cases
The Tokyo metropolitan government on Thursday reported 10,169 new coronavirus cases, down 4,398 from Wednesday and down 7,695 from last Thursday. By age group, 1,468 cases were in their 20s, 1,672 in ... ( read original story ...)
Japan unveils 2022 feed-in tariff levels for PV
The Japanese government is proposing 20-year FITs lower than $0.010/kWh for rooftop PV and a ceiling price of $0.087/kWh for solar energy auctions. These incentive levels will likely be insufficient ... ( read original story ...)
Man found naked in Sapporo laundromat in middle of the night
At about 11:30 p.m. on Tuesday night, a man walked into a laundromat in the Atsubetsu Ward of Sapporo City, Hokkaido. However, upon entering he spotted another man inside who was completely naked. As ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s 1st Nasi Kandar Store In Tokyo Is ALWAYS Sold Out
Subscribe to our Telegram channel for the latest stories and updates. It seems that Malaysia’s famous Penang nasi kandar craze has made its way to the busy streets of Tokyo, Japan. “Zero Two Nasi ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks down in morning on escalating tensions over Ukraine
Tokyo stocks were lower Thursday morning as fears of a large-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine intensified with Kyiv declaring a stat ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks open lower on escalating tensions over Ukraine
Tokyo stocks opened lower Thursday, tracking overnight losses on Wall Street, as fears of a large-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine intensified with Kyiv declaring a state of emergency. In the first ... ( read original story ...)
Alexander Vindman Invokes ‘Tokyo Rose’ While Firing Back at Tucker Carlson
"What did you do besides [sow] discord amongst American, cheerlead for our enemies, and weaken us," Vindman said on Twitter. ( read original story ...)
Cycling says sorry for Tokyo bike debacle
AusCycling has released a report into the snapped handlebar debacle that cost the men's team pursuit squad any chance of an Olympic gold medal in Tokyo. ( read original story ...)
Australian Alex Porter’s faulty handlebar that caused his cycling crash at Tokyo Olympics was not adequately checked or tested, report finds
A report into the crash that left Australian cyclist Alex Porter with facial injuries at the Tokyo Olympics finds the faulty part that caused it was not adequately checked, and says individuals "made ... ( read original story ...)
Celebrating Black History Month: Naomi Osaka’s suncare line fights skin cancer and misinformation
I used to believe the saying ‘Black don't crack,’ but now I've learned that's not true,” says Osaka, whose brand Kinlò is made to protect melanin-rich skin. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka Buys Traditional-Style L.A. Mansion from Nick and Vanessa Lachey for $6.3 Million
Just three years after buying a Beverly Hills home from singer Nick Jonas, Naomi Osaka has purchased a second California mansion. According to Dirt, the 24 year old tennis pro paid $6.3 million to ... ( read original story ...)