Tokyo stocks closed lower on Tuesday, with the benchmark Nikkei briefly sliding more than 2 per cent, as the yen strengthened against the US dollar amid expectations of a larger interest rate cut by ... ( read original story ...)
Martian meteorite to go on display at 2025 Osaka Expo
A rock from Mars will be showcased at the 2025 Osaka Expo's Japan Pavilion.Informed sources said the government plans ... ( read original story ...)
Uber revs up 3-month ride-hailing trial in Tokyo
Uber, the ride-hailing service common in the United States but less so in Japan, is taking to the streets of Tokyo for a test drive. ( read original story ...)
7-Eleven parent’s new security rating won’t affect a buyout, Japan minister says
The new classification of 7-Eleven's parent company as "core" to Japanese national security will not raise hurdles to a potential buyout, Japan's finance minister said on Tuesday, comments that ... ( read original story ...)
Is Beijing about to ‘play the Ryukyu card’ over Tokyo’s stand on Taiwan?
University plans research centre on the ancient kingdom as academics emphasise its significance to ‘national security and reunification’. ( read original story ...)
Dedicated artists are keeping Japan’s ancient craft of temari alive
Time seems to stop at Eiko Araki's studio in Japan. Women sit around her in a small circle, painstakingly stitching intricate patterns on balls the size of an orange. ( read original story ...)
7-Eleven owner’s ‘core’ security tag in Japan will not lift buyout hurdles, minister says
The new classification of 7-Eleven's parent company as "core" to Japanese national security will not raise hurdles to a potential buyout, Japan's finance minister said on Tuesday, comments that ... ( read original story ...)
US and Japan near deal to curb chip technology exports to China, FT reports
The United States and Japan are close to a deal to curb tech exports to China's chip industry despite alarm in Tokyo about Beijing's threat to retaliate against Japanese companies, the Financial Times ... ( read original story ...)
Japan finance minister says Seven & i’s new ‘core’ tag doesn’t raise bar for buyout
Finance Minister Shunichi Suzuki said on Tuesday that Japanese retail giant Seven & i Holdings' new status as a company "core" to national security would not raise additional hurdles to a potential ... ( read original story ...)
Hollywood’s New Sushi Counter Is a Michelin-Starred Sensation From Tokyo
Los Angeles’s already-brimming sushi scene will receive an upgrade with the debut of Udatsu on September 18. The celebrated Michelin-starred omakase counter from Tokyo is slotted in an intimate space ... ( read original story ...)
Japan celebrates record Emmy wins for ‘Shogun’
Anna Sawai, left, winner of the award for outstanding lead actress in a drama series for “Shogun”, and Hiroyuki Sanada, winner of the awards for outstanding lead actor in a drama series, and outstanding drama series for “Shogun” pose in the press room during the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards on Sunday, ( read original story ...
This Airline Just Made It Easier to Connect Across Japan with Free Domestic Connecting Flights
Japan Airlines has rolled out complimentary domestic flights for international passengers, making it easier to travel to the country’s diverse prefectures ( read original story ...)
Sapporo High Court rules hotel stopping manager from attending daughter’s wedding unlawful
The high court here has ruled that it was illegal for the Keio Plaza Hotel Sapporo to deny its now former accommodations manager permission･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Disha Patani lives happy moments with her frriend in Tokyo, fans react
Disha Patani's Tokyo photo dump takes fans breath away! Turning to her Instagram handle on Monday, the Yodha starlet dropped a thread of pictures featuring memorable moments with her friend in Tokyo. ( read original story ...)
Thieves target brand bags at luxury store in Nagoya days before grand opening
With hoods pulled over their eyes, they then began stuffing items into the large bag they had brought with them. The two collected one item after another from shelves, and within about 10 minutes the ... ( read original story ...)
Cong Phuong likely to return home after departing Yokohama FC
VOV.VN - Vietnamese striker Nguyen Cong Phuong has confirmed that he has ended his contract with Japanese side Yokohama FC after two years of playing for the J2 League club. ( read original story ...)