Tokyo Metro Co. is set to announce on Monday a provisional price range for its initial public offering that’s projected to be Japan’s biggest in six years. The IPO of the company, one of two subway ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka airport finds room for 15m more flyers by shortening lines
OSAKA -- Kansai International Airport, near Osaka, is in the final stretch of a renovation designed to better accommodate Japan's influx of international travelers, with 5% to 10% more people expected to use the airport next year. ( read original story ...)
Pope creates 21 new cardinals from around the world including Tokyo’s archbishop
Isao Kikuchi will become the seventh Japanese to be appointed a cardinal; Indonesia, the Philippines and India are also represented Pope Francis on Sunday announced the creation of 21 new cardinals to ... ( read original story ...)
Japan leads Asia stock rally, dollar gains after blowout US payrolls
Asian stocks rallied and the dollar reached a fresh seven-week peak on the yen on Monday after blowout U.S. labour data dispelled fears of a recession and spurred a sharp paring of rate-cut bets. ( read original story ...)
Video: Dental clinic in Tokyo innovates by dressing employees differently to ease patients’ fears
X @kokoro_akibaDC The Akiba Dental Clinic, located in Tokyo, Japan, has found an unusual and creative way to combat the common fear many people feel when visiting the dentist: all of its female staff dress as maids. ( read original story ...)
Trains with batik motif rolled out in Japan to celebrate SIA’s 35 years of flying to Nagoya
The trains will operate on 12 lines including the Nagoya Main, Toyokawa, Inuyama and Tokoname lines. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Batik motif-themed trains rolled out in Japan to celebrate SIA’s 35 years of flying to Nagoya
The special livery train will operate on 12 lines including the Nagoya Main, Toyokawa, Inuyama and Tokoname lines. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s cruise business rides on wave set off by Tokyo Disney
TOKYO -- Luxury cruises are no longer just for the retired superrich. The announcement by the operator of Tokyo Disney Resort that it is entering the cruise business points to interest in a younger ... ( read original story ...)
Italy’s Eni in talks with Japan on supplying LNG, executive says
Italian energy company Eni is in talks with Japan on supplying the country with liquefied natural gas (LNG), Cristian Signoretto, Eni's director for global gas and LNG portfolio, told reporters on the ... ( read original story ...)
Man holds walking event in Nagoya to ‘love life’ after accepting dad’s suicide
A young man, together with his friends, has been holding a monthly night walk event here for participants to love life through casual conver・・・ ... ( read original story ...)
STARDOM Nagoya Golden Fight 2024 Results (10/5): Mayu Iwatani, Toni Storm, And More
Nagoya Golden Fight featured a total of four championship matches and the STARDOM return of Joshi wrestling icon Dump Matsumoto. Plus, Mayu Iwatani defended the IWGP Women’s Championship against Toni ... ( read original story ...)
North Korean team arrive in Sapporo for Asian Winter Games
North Korea's seven-strong team have arrived in Sapporo. They were greeted yesterday by 80 members of the Chongryon, a Tokyo-based organisation of ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Second-Largest City Is A Unique, Walkable Paradise Often Overshadowed By Tokyo
With its scenic waterfront, rich culture, and laid-back urban vibe, this Japanese city is a walkable alternative to the country's capital, Tokyo. ( read original story ...)
Japan 13-19 Scotland: What they said
Scotland captain Rachel Malcolm: "That could have gone either way. Japan were outstanding. "The physicality they brought was unbelievable, but testament to my team for sticking in and getting the job ... ( read original story ...)
IOC refuse to rule out third successive Asian Winter Olympics in 2026
Yes, I did miss Sapporo, it was mentioned. Tunku Imran suggests they should be "kind to Sapporo, and say 'don't waste your time' and focus on 2030, ... ( read original story ...)
First matches revealed for NJPW x Stardom Historic X-Over II
The first match has been revealed for NJPW x Stardom Historic X-Over II and an open challenge has also been issued for the event. G1 Climax winner Zack Sabre Jr. will team with 5Star Grand Prix winner ... ( read original story ...)