TOKYO: Tokyo shares opened higher as investors' risk-on sentiment was buoyed after gains on Wall Street during ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Maps Out Action Plan for Disposal of Fukushima Water
Japan's government on Tuesday mapped out a plan for releasing contaminated water from the crippled Fukushima nuclear plant into the sea, including compensation standards for local industry and the ... ( read original story ...)
Record Snowfall in Western Japan Snarls Train and Air Travel
A powerful storm rammed western Japan with record snowfall, disrupting flights, train travel and leaving hundreds without power. ( read original story ...)
Japan aims to put a person on the moon by late 2020s
Japan revised the schedule of its space exploration plans on Tuesday, aiming to put a Japanese person on the moon by the latter half of the 2020s. ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s Albirex Niigata (S) sign ex-Southampton man and Japan’s Asian Cup hero Tadanari Lee
Albirex Niigata (S)'s quest to reclaim the Singapore Premier League in 2022 will be boosted by the signing of ex-Japan international Tadanari Lee. ( read original story ...)
10 Burning Questions in 2022: What can we expect from Naomi Osaka’s return to tennis?
Under a cloud of uncertainty after a tumultuous year, the former world No. 1 prepares to defend her Australian Open title. ( read original story ...)
Japan industrial output surge offers hope of end to supply chain squeeze
Output from Japan’s industrial sector jumped in November by the largest margin since 2013, providing hope that the country’s automotive sector could finally be moving beyond its semiconductor supply ... ( read original story ...)
COVID-19 danger persists in Japan as Omicron variant takes hold
The government’s response to the latest COVID-19 dangers in contrast to public sentiment demonstrates the need for an international strategy to end the pandemic. ( read original story ...)
Japan agrees to launch military hotline with China next year
Japan's defence minister Nobuo Kishi agreed to launch a military hotline with China next year, Japan's government spokesperson said on Tuesday, citing recent talks between Kishi and his Chinese ... ( read original story ...)
Three US Marines Could Face 10 Years in Jail for Bringing Weed Into Japan
Even though these Marines allegedly smuggled relatively small amounts of weed into the country, they are being charged with importing cannabis with intent to sell. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks higher in morning on Wall St. gains, weak yen
Tokyo stocks were higher Tuesday morning, tracking overnight gains on Wall Street, while export-oriented issues were boosted after the U.S. dollar climbed to a nearly one-month high against the yen. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s best islands to visit, from Okinawa to cat sanctuary Aoshima
Fewer than 10% of Japan's 6,852 islands are inhabited. But among those 400 or so, travelers are treated to a rich tapestry of natural treasures, deep-seated mysticism, thriving cultural assets and ... ( read original story ...)
Chinese defence chief: China, Japan should boost defence ties
Chinese State Councillor and Minister of National Defence Wei Fenghe on Monday (Dec 27) held talks via video link with Japanese Defence Minister Nobuo Kishi, at the invitation of the latter. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nov factory output surges on jump in car production
Japan's factory output soared in November as production in the auto sector benefited from a global parts supply recovery, lifting prospects for a strong fourth-quarter economic rebound. Factory ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Output Jumps by a Record as Car Production Rebounds
Japan’s industrial production jumped by a record in November, beating forecasts and adding to evidence that the country’s recovery was solidly underway before the omicron variant of the coronavirus ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s jobless rate rises to 2.8% in November
Japan's jobless rate rose to 2.8% in November, while the availability of jobs matched that of the previous month, government data showed on Tuesday. The seasonally adjusted unemployment rate ... ( read original story ...)