The long-term effects of positive rates could be profound—on everything from mortgage rates to U.S. government finances. ( read original story ...)
This Japanese City Is the Birthplace of Miso Ramen — and Its Best Spot Is in a Tiny Lantern-lit Alley
Spread the loveIn the heart of Japan, a city claims the prestigious title as the birthplace of one of the country’s most beloved dishes: miso ramen. This city is none other than the vibrant Sapporo, ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama to invest $380 million towards new passenger car tyre plant in Mexico
The Yokohama Rubber Co, has announced that it will build a passenger car tyre plant in Mexico to strengthen its capacity to supply tires to the North American market. The new plant will have an annual ... ( read original story ...)
University in Osaka plans to start school year in the autumn
OSAKA—Osaka Metropolitan University in the 2027 academic year will start graduate school programs and some undergraduate courses in autumn to attract more foreign students and to promote studies ... ( read original story ...)
Thais in Osaka advised to wear masks during measles scare
Thais visiting or living in Osaka are advised to wear masks when outside or on public transport following the detection of cases of measles in the Japanese city, the Thai consulate in Osaka said on ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks end higher with Nikkei jumping over 2 pct
TOKYO, March 18 (Xinhua) -- Tokyo stocks closed sharply higher Monday, with the benchmark Nikkei jumping over 2 percent as exporters were boosted by the yen's weakness and investors hunted bargains ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo court says nurse’s death not work-related, but recognizes doctor’s harassment, abuse
The Tokyo District Court on March 14 dismissed a lawsuit filed by the parents of a nurse who died in 2013 after her death was not recognized ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka set for BJK Cup return but Elena Rybakina’s absence spoils party
Naomi Osaka, 26, will be returning to the Japanese Billie Jean King Cup team next month for the first time since 2020, the team announced. Between April 12-13, Japan will travel to Kazakhstan for ... ( read original story ...)
These 6 artists from L.A. to Osaka made poster art of Shohei Ohtani for us
For the Los Angeles Times’ special section on “The Journey of Shohei Ohtani,” we commissioned five artists to create portraits of the baseball megastar. All of the stories in the section can be found ... ( read original story ...)
Axe Management Partners Completes Purchase of Three Osaka Hotels from CapitaLand Ascott Trust
They are centrally located in the prime district of Honmachi Osaka with close proximity to Osaka Metro stations, and within walking distance to commercial districts and the renowned Shinsaibashi ... ( read original story ...)
Analysis-The BOJ won’t sway Japan’s trillions of investment abroad
Even as the Bank of Japan prepares for a pivotal change in monetary policy, analysts say much more will need to be done to materially shift the roughly $3 trillion of yen Japanese investors have ... ( read original story ...)
Stock market today: Asian stocks gain ahead of US and Japan rate decisions
In Tokyo, the Nikkei 225 index jumped 2.4% to 39,639.27. Markets are awaiting a decision by the Bank of Japan on Tuesday on whether to raise its benchmark interest rate for the first time in 17 years. ( read original story ...)
What the End of Japan’s Negative Interest Rates Means
The Bank of Japan is widely expected to end its negative interest rate regime, the world’s last. The measure was adopted to encourage bank lending, spur demand and nurture inflation. Now the program’s ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s cherry blossoms are set to arrive in one week
According to the latest forecasts, Tokyo's cherry blossoms are expected to flower around March 24, with the pink blossoms reaching their peak bloom by March 31. These dates are right on par with what ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo: Shares open 2.05% higher as yen slides
TOKYO shares opened higher on Monday as investors cheered the yen’s slide with their eyes on the Bank of Japan’s possible upcoming interest rate hike. Read more at The Business Times. ( read original story ...)
Goldman Sachs now expects the Bank of Japan to hike rates Tuesday
Goldman's Japan economist Tomohiro Ota cited stronger-than-expected salary gains at the annual "shunto" wages negotiations and subsequent Japanese news reports of an exit from negative rates at the ... ( read original story ...)