TOKYO, Aug 21 (Reuters) - Japan's manufacturing sector expanded in August as new orders rose at their fastest pace since January 2018, a business survey showed on Friday. The S&P Global Flash Japan ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s U.S. Ties Could Not Save a Top Judge From Trump’s I.C.C. Sanctions
Japan had tried to dissuade the U.S. from imposing sanctions on Tomoko Akane, president of the International Criminal Court, but the White House pressed ahead. ( read original story ...)
Osaka College will use Capcom’s RE Engine for game courses
Students will be able to use the engine while receiving feedback from actual game developers under Capcom. ( read original story ...)
Toei, Shochiku, Kadokawa among IP holders set for Tokyo Remake Market
Eight major Japanese publishers, studios and production companies will pitch intellectual property to international buyers at the second edition of Tokyo IP Market: Adaptation & Remake, running Oct. ( read original story ...)
Korean consulate in Nagoya focuses on safety for 1,000 athletes
The opening of the 20th Aichi Nagoya Asian Games, which will bring together 45 Asian countries, is just one month away. Flags featuring the official mascot Honohon—a flame-shaped symbol of athletes’ ... ( read original story ...)
Four workers dead after being hit by train in Japan
The train collided with the four men at Shin-Kanuma Station, north of Tokyo, authorities say. ( read original story ...)
Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games use cruise ship as eco-friendly marine village
I hope the ‘sustainable model’ showcased at this Asian Games will become a new milestone for future mega sports events,” said Aichi Governor Ohmura Hideaki, chairman of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games ... ( read original story ...)
Toei, Shochiku, Kadokawa Among IP Holders Set for TIFFCOM’s Tokyo Adaptation and Remake Market
Kadokawa, Shochiku, Square Enix and Toei are among eight companies pitching manga, novels and classic films to global producers at TIFFCOM 2026. ( read original story ...)
Negroni Week is returning to Tokyo this September
Get ready to drink for a good cause as Negroni Week returns to Tokyo over Silver Week, running from September 21 to 27. The global event, brought together by Campari and Imbibe magazine, connects ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks rise on broad buying after US Treasury’s bond support
Tokyo stocks rose Thursday morning with buying spreading to a broad range of sectors as Japanese bond yields fell following the decli ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Airbnb host allegedly rejects Thai booker over nationality
A Thai traveler has accused an Airbnb host in Japan of rejecting her booking because of her nationality, with the latter citing problems caused by previous Thai guests. ( read original story ...)
Japan reports record exports and imports for July as energy costs climb
Japan’s imports and exports set records in July, though soaring energy costs and a weak yen helped extend a trade deficit for a third straight month. ( read original story ...)
Nagoya consulate ensures safety for 1,000 South Korean athletes
The opening of the 20th Aichi Nagoya Asian Games, involving 45 Asian countries, is just one month away. Flags featuring the official mascot “Honohon,” symbolizing athletes’ passion as flames, are ... ( read original story ...)
SB19 holds thanksgiving fanmeet in Yokohama
SB19 brought their music to fans in Yokohama, Japan. After their California stop, the P-Pop Kings held their “I WaS There Thanksgiving Fanmeet” in Yokohama on August 18. On Instagram, SB19 shared ... ( read original story ...)
Japan exports growth accelerates for fifth straight month, beating estimates, on robust chip shipments
Shipments of semiconductor equipment posted a massive 49.1% jump in value, reflecting continued demand, boosted by the artificial intelligence boom. ( read original story ...)
Sapporo Snow Festival to rebrand self for sustainability
SAPPORO--A rebranded Sapporo Snow Festival next year will focus on the themes of environmental protection and sustainability, as the winter event itself is now threatened by climate change, organizers ... ( read original story ...)