President Donald Trump’s push for Japanese self-reliance aligns with the long-standing desire of conservatives in Tokyo to build intelligence capabilities. ( read original story ...)
One of Tokyo’s most popular wards will now fine you for not maintaining its cleanliness
Locals and tourists alike in one of Tokyo’s most visited wards now risk being fined if they’re caught being careless with their trash. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo E-Prix preview: Tribute to Cyril Blais ahead of night races as the double-header decides the Formula E championship
The Tokyo E-Prix will most probably decide the course of the Formula E championship, as current championship leader Pascal Wehrlein of Porsche is just nine points ahead of Jaguar TCS Racing's Mitch Evans. ( read original story ...)
Jensen Huang hands out red bean buns to Tokyo crowd in his latest culinary adventure
Jensen Huang visits Tokyo, unveils AI factory plan with Noetra Corp, shares dinner with tech leaders, and hands out red bean buns. ( read original story ...)
Daniel Calvert to open his first independent restaurant in Tokyo this October
After earning three Michelin stars for Sézanne at Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Marunouchi, chef Daniel Calvert announced earlier this year that he would leave the hotel restaurant after five years. While many wondered what his next move would be, ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s summer dress code advice stirs debate over fairness
As extreme summer heat grips Japan's capital, Tokyo has encouraged male office workers to wear shorts to stay cool. However, the initiative has ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Used Condo Prices Drop for First Time in Two Years
Used condominium prices in Tokyo’s wards fell for the first time in more than two years, a sign that the market may be adjusting after a long boom as higher interest rates and inflation burden consumers. ( read original story ...)
Japan identifies large share of rare earths in deep-sea mud off remote island
By Yuka Obayashi TOKYO, July 24 (Reuters) - An analysis of rare earth-rich mud retrieved from the deep seabed off a remote Pacific Island earlier this year found medium and heavy rare earth elements ... ( read original story ...)
Why Japan is creating its first modern spy agency since World War II
President Donald Trump's push for Japanese self-reliance aligns with the long-standing desire of conservatives in Tokyo to build intelligence capabilities. ( read original story ...)
Japan to set up expert panel to discuss future policies on foreign nationals
Japan's government decided on Friday to set up a new panel of experts to examine future approaches to accepting foreign nationals. ( read original story ...)
Japan invents new word as deadly 40°C heat becomes normal
Japan has created a new term for 40°C days, aiming to raise awareness of the growing risks posed by extreme heat. ( read original story ...)
Japan consumer inflation picks up, keeping rate increases on track
Consumer prices are likely to continue facing mixed cues, including the Middle East conflict and a weak yen. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nikkei falls more than 2% on AI spending worries
By Junko Fujita TOKYO, July 24 (Reuters) - Japan's Nikkei share average fell more than 2% on Friday, as a sharp decline in Google parent Alphabet shares spurred concerns about heavy AI spending. The ... ( read original story ...)
Japan consumer inflation picks up in June, keeping rate increases on track
Japan’s consumer inflation rose at a slightly faster pace in June with oil and food costs being the key factors affecting overall price trends. ( read original story ...)
Japan core inflation rate in June creeps up from 4-year low as higher oil prices bite
This is the first rise in core inflation since March, and was in line with the1.6% growth expected by economists polled by Reuters. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s popular prime minister is burning political capital fast
STANDING BEFORE an elaborate array of white flowers, Takaichi Sanae, Japan’s prime minister, delivered a speech at a memorial this month in honour of Abe Shinzo, a former prime minister assassinated ... ( read original story ...)