Japan's Nikkei 225 futures pointed to a weaker open for the index at after it hit an all-time high on Tuesday, with the futures contract in Chicago at 41,540 and in Osaka at 41,500 compared to the ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo issues warning as some die from heatstroke
THE government has issued a warning on heatstroke in Tokyo and areas in its east and west, as hot and humid conditions behind several recent deaths drove some people to use new “cooling shelters” set up around the capital. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s female governor keeps winning: What it means for Japan’s male-dominated politics
The first woman governor of Tokyo, Yuriko Koike, has won a third term – against another woman candidate. The race between multiple women signifies a push for greater female representation in Japanese ... ( read original story ...)
Wichita will soon be buzzing about the unique design, food at this east-side restaurant
Li and Lin are also the owners of Sapporo, the sushi restaurant at 8065 Peachtree Lane. Denise Neil The Wichita Eagle But when Wichitans get inside the restaurant after it opens later this month, they ... ( read original story ...)
Disney announces a new cruise ship will join their fleet, will set sail from Tokyo
Disney announced a new cruise ship that will be designed after the Wish and set sail from Tokyo in 2028. ( read original story ...)
Japan Navy helicopters’ fatal crash caused by inadequate instructions to crew, says probe report
A Japanese navy report says lack of instructions to the crew and their failure to keep a lookout and communicate led two Japanese navy helicopters to collide during nighttime training in April, ... ( read original story ...)
Japan issues heatstroke warning after 6 die in Tokyo, offers ‘cooling shelters’ as respite
Authorities urged people to avoid physical activity and issued top “danger”-level alerts, after several people died from heatstroke symptoms over the last few days. ( read original story ...)
A heartbreaking crash ended her Olympic dream in Tokyo. Three years later, she wants to right the wrongs at the Paris Games
In June 2022, after a concussion put BMX rider Saya Sakakibara out of action, the Australian considered quitting the sport. In an interview with CNN Sport, the 24-year-old talks about the decision to ... ( read original story ...)
Japan stocks are BlackRock’s favourite equity play
The BlackRock Investment Institute (BII) said on Tuesday that Japan stocks were its favoured equity investment play, while the prospect of higher-for-longer interest rates made inflation-linked bonds ... ( read original story ...)
Foreign-affiliated hotels opening in Kyoto, Osaka as competition for guests heats up
Numerous foreign-owned hotels have opened their doors across Japan in 2024 as the country experiences a surge in overseas visitors driven by ( read original story ...)
Disney to add new ship in Tokyo to expanding cruise business
By Dawn Chmielewski, Lisa Richwine and Rocky Swift URAYASU, Japan (Reuters) -Walt Disney unveiled plans on Tuesday to launch a new cruise ship that will set sail from Tokyo starting in fiscal 2028, adding a ninth vessel to the brand's growing fleet. ( read original story ...)
KKR to sell almost 50% stake in Tokyo-based Kokusai Electric – report
Shares of the Tokyo-based semiconductor manufacturing company have more than tripled since its IPO in October. A 20% stake in Kokusai ( OTCPK:KOKSF) was worth ~$1.6B as of Monday's closing price, the report said. ( read original story ...)
Japan issues heatstroke warning as ‘cooling shelters’ offer respite
Japan warned on Tuesday against the risk of heatstroke in Tokyo and areas in its east and west, as hot and humid conditions behind several recent deaths drove some people to use new "cooling shelters" ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nikkei 225 stock index logs another record high close as world markets rally
TOKYO -- Japan’s Nikkei 225 stock index logged a record high close on Tuesday, gaining 2% to 41,580.17. The Nikkei 225 index also hit a record high last week, propelled skyward by strong buying ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nikkei 225 jumps over 2% to hit a fresh high as Asia-Pacific markets mostly rise
Asia-Pacific markets rose on Tuesday, tracking gains on Wall Street that saw the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq Composite closing at record highs overnight. ( read original story ...)
Japan and Philippines sign defense agreement prompted by concerns over China
Japan and the Philippines have signed a defense pact allowing Japanese forces to deploy in the Southeast Asian country for joint military exercises, officials say. ( read original story ...)