Tokyo International Art Fair to kick off in Shibuya’s Hikarie

If Tokyo-based artist Satoshi Maruhashi has his way ... On sale will be works by artists from around the world such as Damien Hirst — the news-making Brit whose creations have included a shark embalmed in formaldehyde and a bisected cow — and Shona ... ( read original story ...)

Tokyo cops nab man in ¥1 million swindle of elderly woman

Takashi Hori has been accused of swindling an elderly woman in Shinjuku Ward out of more than 1 million yen (TBS News) TOKYO (TR) – When the hunter becomes the hunted. A 21-year-old man suspected in the swindling of more than 1 million yen from an ... ( read original story ...)

Yokohama Introduces New Geolandar M/T G003 Tire

If you want a quiet ride, you give up off-road traction and capability. For its latest generation of Geolandar Mud-Terrain tire, Yokohama set the bar high, and based on our first impressions, exceeded the company’s goals, as well as our expectations with ... ( read original story ...)

Tokyo firm staff are ‘feline’ great

Tokyo: Workaholic Japan is known for long office hours and stressed out employees, but one company claims to have a cure: Cats. A total of nine fluffy felines eat, sleep and walk freely in the small office of IT firm Ferray in Tokyo. Hidenobu Fukuda, who ... ( read original story ...)

Sony boss promises profitability but quiet on specifics

TOKYO -- Sony’s leader promised a comeback for the Japanese electronics and entertainment company having its best profitability in two decades. “We are a company that moves people,” said Chief Executive Kazuo Hirai, as he outlined the strategy for ... ( read original story ...)

Korea, Japan ratify Nagoya Protocol

Adopted in 2010 in Nagoya, Japan, it entered into force on 12 October 2014. Dr. Cristiana Pașca Palmer, Executive Secretary of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), said: “This is great news for the Republic of Korea and for the Nagoya Protocol. ( read original story ...)

Yokohama Geolandar G003 M/T Tire Bows: Getting down and dirty

It's a stark contrast between wilderness and civilization, the kind of contrast facing off-road tire makers like Yokohama. Because, with few exceptions, you're probably going to drive your vehicle to the trail on the same tire you'll actually use on the ... ( read original story ...)

‘Conspiracy bill’ draws backlash in Japan over state powers

Japan's lower house has approved a bill that allows authorities to punish those found guilty of planning serious crimes. It has been called the "conspiracy bill" by critics who worry the bill expanding state powers could be used to undermine basic civil ... ( read original story ...)