TOKYO, June 24 (Xinhua) -- Tokyo stocks closed higher on Monday as the yen's weakness against the U.S. dollar supported buying of a wide range of export-oriented issues. Japan's benchmark Nikkei stock ... ( read original story ...)
Death threat sent to office of aspiring Tokyo governor Renho
A death threat has been sent to the election office of Renho, a candidate in the July 7 Tokyo gubernatorial election, investigative sources said Monday. A lawyer for Renho, a former member of the ... ( read original story ...)
Japan orders compliance improvements at MUFG bank and securities tie-ups with Morgan Stanley
Japan's banking regulator on Monday ordered the banking and securities units of Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) to improve compliance measures after the securities watchdog found multiple ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo police warn political group leader over posters unrelated to election
The Tokyo Metropolitan Police have warned the head of a political group over inappropriate posters placed on a campaign board for the Tokyo gubernatorial election. Investigators told NHK that 24 ... ( read original story ...)
Sam Kendricks wins Trials vault, still angry about Tokyo controversy
Noah Lyles capped the night with a 9.83 victory in the 100 meter final, the first step toward his goal of winning four gold medals in Paris. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks trade higher, helped by cheaper yen
TOKYO, Japan — Tokyo shares edged higher on Monday, supported by a cheaper yen against the dollar following falls on Wall Street and losses in early trade for the key Nikkei index. The benchmark ... ( read original story ...)
Japan warns against rapid FX moves, reiterates readiness for action
Japan is always ready to take action against excessive market moves, Tokyo's top currency diplomat Masato Kanda said on Monday, as the yen fell close to 160 to the dollar, raising market caution about ... ( read original story ...)
Asia-Pacific markets set for lower open; Australia and Japan inflation readings expected this week
Investors will be watching Australia's inflation data on Wednesday, after the country's central bank said it discussed the case for raising interest rates at its last meeting. Should inflation come in ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s FX diplomat says Tokyo ready to respond to rapid FX moves
TOKYO :Japan is always ready to take action against excessive market moves, Tokyo's top currency diplomat Masato Kanda said on Monday, as the yen fell close to 160 to the dollar, raising market ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Says It’s Ready to Intervene in Currency Markets 24 Hours a Day If Needed
The yen inched lower toward a key level against the dollar Monday, even as Japan’s top currency official warned that authorities stand ready to intervene in currency markets 24 hours a day if ... ( read original story ...)
“Venture into Storm Center – 2024 WikiEXPO Tokyo Special Summit” Successfully Concluded
Tokyo, Japan--(Newsfile Corp. - June 23, 2024) - Today (June 22nd), the high-profile "Venture into Storm Center- 2024 WikiEXPO Tokyo Special Summit" came to a successful conclusion in Nihonbashi, the ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka’s Hana Kuma Production Company Secures Investment From The Players Fund
Tennis player Naomi Osaka has received an investment from The Players Fund for her production company, Hana Kuma. ( read original story ...)
5 Of The Best Museums And Galleries For First-Timers In Tokyo
People walking next to the entrance of the Honkan museum building that holds the Japanese Gallery in ... [+] the Tokyo National Museum in the Ueno Park at the Taito ward in Tokyo city, Japan. Tokyo is ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama plans to expand tire production in PH
Leading Japanese tire manufacturer Yokohama Rubber Co. Ltd. disclosed plans to expand production operations in the Philippines. Trade Secretary Alfredo Pascual said the tire manufacturer expressed its ... ( read original story ...)
Basketball: Japan, Australia tie Olympic men’s warm-up 95-95
SAPPORO (Kyodo) -- Japan and Australia played to a 95-95 stalemate Sunday in a men's basketball warm-up for the Paris Olympics after Yuki Kawamura tied the game with 18.3 seconds left at Hokkaido ... ( read original story ...)
“Hope Alexander Zverev gets the full Naomi Osaka treatment” “Another tantrum?” – Fans irritated by German canceling Halle presser after SF loss
His move has also sparked comparisons to the backlash faced by WTA players like Naomi Osaka, Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina for similar decisions. Following his runner-up finish at the French Open ... ( read original story ...)