Tokyo, Hong Kong bounce back in mixed day for Asia markets

Tokyo and Hong Kong recovered from early losses on a mixed day ... Adding to the negative sentiment was news that Trump had installed a hardline hawk, John Bolton, as his national security adviser, stoking geopolitical worries. - 'Room for miscalculation ... ( read original story ...)

AP PHOTOS: Cherry blossoms reach full bloom in Tokyo

Japan's famous cherry blossoms have reached full bloom in Tokyo as spring-like weather descends on the nation's capital. Crowds flocked Monday to popular spots in much of Japan to enjoy the sea of delicate pink and white blooms. Some laid down picnic ... ( read original story ...)

Yokohama plans guide service to keep business travelers in city

YOKOHAMA--City government officials here are testing an online “matching” program aimed at keeping business travelers--and their wallets--in Yokohama during their spare time. Crowds of non-Japanese visit this port city for business purposes, but many ... ( read original story ...)

Japan condom makers hope for 2020 Olympic lift

Japanese condom makers are ramping up preparations ahead of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, seeing a golden opportunity to showcase their world-record ultra-thin products. For years, hundreds of thousands of condoms have been distributed for free to ... ( read original story ...)

Japan, VN mimes come to Hanoi

VNS Japan, VN mimes come to Hanoi, entertainment events, entertainment news, entertainment activities, what’s on, Vietnam culture, Vietnam tradition, vn news, Vietnam beauty, news Vietnam, Vietnam news, Vietnam net news, vietnamnet news, vietnamnet bridge ( read original story ...)

Osaka sends Serena packing in first round of Miami Open

Serena Williams' stay at the Miami Open lasted just 77 minutes. Japan's Naomi Osaka overpowered Williams and posted a 6-3, 6-2 victory at Key Biscayne, Fla., in Wednesday's first round of the event that Williams has won eight times. Osaka recorded seven ... ( read original story ...)

Japan maglev contractors formally charged in bid rigging

TOKYO – Prosecutors have formally charged four of Japan's biggest construction companies for allegedly colluding on bids for a multibillion dollar high-speed maglev train line connecting Tokyo and central Japan. The Tokyo District Prosecutors Office said ... ( read original story ...)

Tokyo’s envoy urges free and fair elections in Cambodia

A Cambodian Foreign Ministry spokesman says Sonoura told Foreign Minister Prak Sokhonn of Tokyo's desire to see a free and fair election. The spokesman says Sonoura expressed no wish to interfere in Cambodia's internal affairs while he wants to see ... ( read original story ...)