Japan's vaccine minister Taro Kono, a contender to replace Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga, said on Thursday any new economic stimulus measures should prioritise spending on renewable energy and ... ( read original story ...)
Chanthu to produce days of tropical rainfall, raise flood risk in South Korea, Japan
Chanthu is set to continue its long-lasting journey and impact portions of South Korea and Japan through the end of the week. ( read original story ...)
Japan firms see economy recovering to pre-COVID level in FY2022
A majority of Japanese firms say the world's third-largest economy will recover to pre-pandemic levels in fiscal 2022, a Reuters poll showed, with many anticipating they will continue to face COVID ... ( read original story ...)
Japan could become partner nation on UK-led future fighter effort, says program director
The United Kingdom, Sweden, and Italy are jointly developing cutting-edge technologies to feed into the Future Combat Air System effort. ( read original story ...)
Yokohama IR exit bad for Genting, upside at Melco says MS
But Morgan Stanley believed Yokohama’s decision “could be positive” in terms of capital expenditure saving for Melco Resorts, which had US$4.8 billion net debt at the end of June. The newly-elected ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Electron winning streak hits 15 days on chip industry hopes
Tokyo Electron stock gained for a 15th straight session in Tokyo on Wednesday, as overseas investors bet on sustained growth in the semiconductor industry. Japan's largest producer of chipmaking ... ( read original story ...)
Simone Biles ties mental health struggle at Tokyo Olympics to Nassar sexual abuse
When U.S. gymnasts Simone Biles, McKayla Maroney, Maggie Nichols and Aly Raisman testified before Congress Wednesday, they painted a portrait of a system that failed them when ... ( read original story ...)
Universal Music Japan President/CEO Naoshi Fujikura Talks Streaming, Learning From K-Pop & More
Billboard Japan sits down with Universal Music Japan’s President/CEO Naoshi Fujikura to discuss his placement on Billboard’s International Power Players List for shifting his company’s focus toward ... ( read original story ...)
Simone Biles details how Nassar’s abuse impacted Tokyo Olympics: ‘I never should have been left alone’
Simon Biles revealed Wednesday that the sexual abuse she suffered by disgraced former USA Gymnastics team doctor Larry Nassar had a direct impact on her mental health at the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games ... ( read original story ...)
Cardboard beds for Tokyo Olympians to be reused at COVID-19 facility in Osaka
Cardboard beds used at the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic athletes village are expected to be reused at a temporary medical facility for novel coronavirus patients to be set up by the Osaka Prefectural ... ( read original story ...)
Nagoya Stage Epic Comeback as Persepolis Ends Istiklol’s Fairy Tale
AFC Champions League is back in town this week with both the West Zone and East Zone playing out their round of 16 matches. Japan's very own Nagoya Grampus managed to survive an epic showdown with ... ( read original story ...)
Refugee from Myanmar makes Yokohama futsal club roster
YOKOHAMA--Myanmar refugee Pyae Lyan Aung has found a new home with the YSCC Yokohama futsal team in the F.League and he intends to repay its loyalty. ( read original story ...)
Osaka inks deal to make flying cars to transport 2025 Expo guests
OSAKA--Flying cars are one step closer to ferrying attendees of the 2025 Osaka Kansai Expo around the exhibition halls as a means of transportation, fulfilling the vision of local officials here. ( read original story ...)
Mari Osaka shares how she co-designed sister Naomi’s Met Gala outfit representing ‘mix of cultures’
Naomi Osaka's magnificent look at Met Gala 2021 caught the attention of one and all. She left onlookers in awe when she appeared in a custom Louis Vuitton purple and blue halter neck gown, teamed with ... ( read original story ...)
Serious COVID-19 patients in Tokyo drop to under 200
The number of COVID-19 patients with serious symptoms dipped under 200 in Tokyo for the first time in about a month on Sept. 15, as metropolitan officials reported 198 patients. ( read original story ...)
China Blasts U.S.’ ‘Cliques’ Before Planned Meeting With Japan, India and Australia
The meeting between the four regional players comes as China has increased its assertiveness in the East and South China seas. ( read original story ...)