Tokyo is one of the world's most fascinating and a high-tech city with an over 12 million population. Recently, it hosted a Medical devices and hospital equipment expo called 'Medical Japan 2021'. The ... ( read original story ...)
Retired Bolt says he could have won Tokyo Olympics 100m
Sprint legend Usain Bolt said he could have emerged from retirement to win a fourth straight Olympic 100m title in Tokyo this year. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo International Film Festival Closes on High Note at New Main Venues in Hibiya-Yurakucho-Ginza Area, Tokyo’s Center of Cinema
The 34th Tokyo International Film Festival (TIFF) concluded with the announcement of winners at the Closing Ceremony on November 8. The Tokyo Grand Prix was awarded to "Vera Dreams of the Sea," ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks open higher despite Japan GDP contraction
TOKYO: Tokyo stocks opened higher on Monday following Wall Street gains, as investors digested data showing a worse-than-expected contraction of Japan's economy in the Covid-hit third quarter. The ... ( read original story ...)
Japan, U.S. agree to start talks on extra tariffs on steel, aluminium
Japan and United States have agreed to start discussions to solve the issue of additional U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminium imports from Japan in a meeting between Japan's Industry Minister Koichi ... ( read original story ...)
Asian shares mixed as Japan says economy contracted in 3Q
Shares were mixed in Asia on Monday, with the specter of inflation weighing on sentiment. Shares rose in Tokyo, Sydney and Seoul but fell in Hong Kong and Shanghai. Japan reported that its economy ... ( read original story ...)
Japan-US launch talks to resolve dispute over tariffs
U.S. and Japanese officials agreed Monday to launch talks aimed at settling a dispute over American tariffs on imports of Japanese steel and aluminum. The agreement came in a meeting between visiting ... ( read original story ...)
Lakers star LeBron James teams up with Drake, Naomi Osaka in potential 50 billion partnership
It’s no secret that LeBron James is a big investor. The Los Angeles Lakers superstar has used the latter half of his career investing into various companies and organization in order to secure his ... ( read original story ...)
‘I could have won Tokyo Olympics 100m’, says retired Bolt
Sprint legend Usain Bolt said he could have emerged from retirement to win a fourth straight Olympic 100m title in Tokyo this year, insisting the winning time was within his reach. ( read original story ...)
This Week: At Home And Around Tokyo For November 15-21
To keep you entertained, we have some recommendations for things you can do at home this week, along with a few events happening online and around the city. More InfoMore InfoMore InfoMore InfoMore ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese shares track Wall Street higher; Tokyo Electron leads gains
Japanese shares rose on Monday, taking cues from Wall Street's strong finish on the weekend, with chip-making equipment supplier Tokyo Electron leading gains, while investors shook off a negative ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese Newspapers Skeptical about Tokyo Government Subsidies for TSMC
The Japanese government is planning to provide huge subsidies for TSMC with the largest foundry in the world increasing its investment in Japan. An increasing number of Japanese news outlets are ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks open higher as tech names rise on improving sentiment
Tokyo stocks were higher in early trading Monday, led by firm tech issues that tracked advances in their U.S. counterparts late last week. In the first 15 minutes of trading, the 225-issue Nikkei ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Economy Shrinks, but Outlook Is Warm as Virus Ebbs
The coronavirus and supply chain issues stymied growth in the third quarter, but high vaccination rates and low numbers of virus cases point to a recovery. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Economy Shrinks as Kishida Mulls Stimulus Package
Japan’s economy shrank more than expected last quarter, underscoring the need for Prime Minister Fumio Kishida to put together a stimulus package to help shore up a recovery from the pandemic. ( read original story ...)
Japan Economy Shrinks Slightly, Hit by Supply Chain Troubles
The world’s third-largest economy contracted 0.8% in the third quarter in the July-September period owing to a decline in exports caused by supply-chain constraints and lower consumer spending. ( read original story ...)