The U.S. Air Force said an airman assigned to the 374th Airlift Wing at Yokota Air Base has been found dead in Shimoda, Japan. He was found on Wednesday, August 20. The cause of death is under investigation, the Air Force said. ( read original story ...)
Japan Announces Plans To Invest $1.5 Billion In Africa
Japan aims to increase its presence in Africa. The Japanese government plans to invest $1.5 billion in the continent. ( read original story ...)
Kenya says Japan will extend $169 million in Samurai financing
Japan will provide up to 25 billion yen ($169.42 million) in Samurai bond financing to Kenya, the East African country's foreign minister Musalia Mudavadi said on Thursday."This facility will strength ( read original story ...)
As TICAD9 Ends, Tinubu Departs Japan For Brazil
President Bola Tinubu departed Yokohama, Japan, on Thursday for the ultra-long-haul flight to Brazil, where he will begin a state visit on August 24. ( read original story ...)
Tanzania, Japan sign landmark construction deal at TICAD9 Summit
YOKOHAMA: TANZANIA has become the first country in Africa to sign an agreement with Japan in a bid to enhance human resources development in the construction sector. Today, August 21, 2025, or ... ( read original story ...)
McDonald’s Japan postpones toy promo after Pokémon complaints
Fast-food giant postpones "One Piece" trading card promotion after Pokémon giveaway led to bulk-buying and cards sold online. ( read original story ...)
E-Housing Named Best Real Estate Agency for Foreigners in Tokyo
Leading agency recognized for exceptional service to international clients navigating Tokyo's property market E-Housing, Tokyo's premier real estate agency specializing in services for international ... ( read original story ...)
Everton announce strategic partnership with Nagoya Grampus
Everton have announced a new strategic partnership with Japanese side Nagoya Grampus. The two clubs will share resources and knowledge in regards to development of emerging talent, academy tours, ... ( read original story ...)
Everton announce partnership with Japan’s Nagoya Grampus
Premier League club Everton have agreed a partnership with Japan's Nagoya Grampus which will see them work together on the development of emerging talent, both teams said on Thursday. ( read original story ...)
Everton look to reach new market as major agreement confirmed
Everton have entered a strategic partnership with Japanese club Nagoya Grampus as part of efforts to grow the club’s reach in Asia. ( read original story ...)
We TAIWAN Attracts 200,000 Visitors in Osaka
White House tours canceled indefinitely because of Trump’s ballroom Jake Paul’s shock next opponent revealed as world champion Gervonta Davis Kate Middleton and Prince William’s New Home, Forest Lodge ... ( read original story ...)
Everton expands Asia footprint with new Japan deal
Everton Football Club has unveiled a new strategic partnership with Nagoya Grampus, one of Japan’s most established and community-driven football institutions, as the Premier League club continues to ... ( read original story ...)
‘Bear attack victim’ was actually killed by son, Japan police say
Japanese police have said that an elderly man who they had believed was killed by a bear, had in fact been stabbed to death by his son. Fujiyuki Shindo, 51, was arrested in the northern Akita ... ( read original story ...)
Rising property prices in Tokyo fuels resentment, anti-immigration sentiment
CNBC's Lin Lin talks to Squawk Box Asia's anchor Martin Soong about rising property prices in Japan's mega cities, as foreign buyers swoop in, fueling anti-immigration sentiment. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks fall in early trading on weak chip shares
Tokyo stocks were lower early Thursday as some semiconductor-related shares tracked overnight falls by their U.S. counterparts, but l ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Takeda weighs India for global trials to speed up drug launches
By Rishika Sadam and Bhanvi Satija (Reuters) -Japanese drugmaker Takeda Pharmaceutical is exploring the option of conducting global clinical trials in India to accelerate the launch of its innovative ... ( read original story ...)