Japan has been experiencing inflation after decades of low to negative interest rates, and it’s affecting ramen, one of the country’s favorite cheap meals. ( read original story ...)
Jennifer Garner Reveals She Faced a Big Fear and Found Wonder and Beauty on Her ‘Dream Trip’ to Japan
The actress's vacation included delicious (and daring) food, eye-opening experiences — and a run in with 'Deadpool and Wolverine' in Japanese ( read original story ...)
Global markets higher with Japan stocks surge over 3% after US retail data boosts Wall Street
Japanese stocks led the gains in Asian markets Friday after Wall Street rallied to one of its best days of the year as data showed the U.S. economy is holding up better than expected, with particular credit going to the country’s shoppers. ( read original story ...)
Crustacean with Male and Female Parts Gets Named After Ranma
A newly discovered crustacean has been named after Ranma 1/2's main character because they're both male and female. ( read original story ...)
Sense of Place: Tranquil Uji meets bustling Tokyo in the music of luvis
We're kicking off our latest Sense of Place series with an interview and performance from luvis. The singer-songwriter grew up in Uji, a beautiful city south of Kyoto that's surrounded by nature and ancient history. Now, luvis resides in bustling Tokyo, and his music fuses those two experiences into a sound that's both serene and ...
Japan’s economy bounces back, supporting case for more rate hikes
Japan’s economy expanded by a much faster-than-expected annualized 3.1% in the second quarter, rebounding from a slump at the start of the year thanks to a strong rise in consumption and backing the case for another near-term interest rate hike. ( read original story ...)
Sapporo encourages Aussies to ‘Win This Fish’ in new promotion and campaign via Sunday Gravy
One of Japan's most iconic delicacies has paired itself with another – premium grade tuna – in a promotion that’s as legendary as the beer that inspired it. Beginning today, Australians are able to en ... ( read original story ...)
Typhoon approaches Tokyo, disrupts transport during peak season
Travelers face disruption during the peak holiday season as Typhoon Ampil approaches Japan:: Tokyo, Japan::"There are a lot of people moving around because we're in the homeward-bound rush period after the Obon holiday, ( read original story ...)
‘Very strong’ typhoon buffets Japan’s Pacific coast
A "very strong" typhoon buffeted Japan's Pacific coast with fierce winds and heavy rain on Friday, forcing the cancellation of hundreds of flights and trains in the Tokyo area and leaving over 4,000 homes without power. ( read original story ...)
Airkitchen Offers Opportunity For Hosting Cooking Classes In Europe
REGISTER YOUR EXPERIENCE 2. RECEIVE BOOKING REQUESTS FROM GUESTS 3. HOST YOUR COOKING EXPERIENCE WITH GUESTS NAGOYA, AIC ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s Key Nikkei Index Closes 3.64% Higher
Tokyo's key Nikkei index surged on Friday to cap a strong week on the back of strong US economic data and a weaker yen against the dollar. ( read original story ...)
Who are Amy Luciani and Tokyo Vanity? Internet reacts as Reality star duo allegedly steal each other’s chain and pet dog
Amy Luciani and Tokyo Vanity are trending on social media after they posted videos of them allegedly stealing each other's chain and pet dog. ( read original story ...)
Powerful typhoon moves toward Tokyo, disrupting transport
A powerful typhoon is advancing toward Tokyo and other eastern areas of Japan on Friday morning, with the weather agency urging peopl ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nikkei rises 3% to lead gains in Asia after Wall Street rallies on easing recession fears
She pointed out that inflation is still "too high" and is not expected to be back in the top of the RBA's target band of 2% to 3% until the end of next year. "Circumstances may ch ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s Key Nikkei Index Jumps Nearly 3%
Tokyo's key Nikkei index gained nearly three percent on Friday after US stocks rallied on the back of encouraging consumer data. ( read original story ...)
Japan stocks lift Asian market higher after US retail data boost Wall Street
Japanese stocks led the gains in Asian markets Friday after Wall Street rallied to one of its best days of the year as data showed the U.S. economy is holding up better than expected, with particular credit going to the country’s shoppers. ( read original story ...)