Upward pressure on Japanese government bond yields is building as oil prices remain elevated after the U.S. and Iran rejected each other's proposals to end the conflict. ( read original story ...)
State targets Japan tourism gap as Maui seeks big-spending visitors
Inouye International Airport in Honolulu, illustrates the inter-island routes that once connected Oʻahu to Maui and the neighbor islands. A new state report calls for rebuilding Japanese visitor ... ( read original story ...)
Emperor penguins in focus as Antarctica talks start in Japan
Greater protections for endangered emperor penguins and how to manage growing tourism are topping the agenda at talks on Antarctica in Japan. ( read original story ...)
Korean Air captain praised in Japan after difficult Narita Airport landing
A Korean Air pilot has drawn attention in Japan after aborting a landing at Narita International Airport amid strong crosswinds before safely touching down on t ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Game Show 2026 teaser video; giveaway campaign and first wave of influencers announced
Computer Entertainment Supplier’s Association has released a teaser video for Tokyo Game Show 2026, as well as announced a giveaway campaign and the first wave of official influencers. ( read original story ...)
Solar power fuels decarbonisation at Yokohama
The new agreement will reduce Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by replacing fossil fuel-based grid electricity with solar power ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka reacts for the first time since heavy defeat to Iga Swiatek in Rome
Naomi Osaka explains what went wrong in her loss to Iga Swiatek Iga Świątek made quick work of Naomi Osaka earlier tonight, wrapping up a straightforward win over the former world No. ( read original story ...)
Kingdom Hearts 4 Teases Appearance At Tokyo Game Show
Tokyo Game Show hints that Kingdom Hearts 4 will be making an appearance during the 30th anniversary of Japan's largest gaming convention. ( read original story ...)
The Iran War Is Taking the Color Out of Japan’s Best-Known Snack Bags
The food giant Calbee said shortages of naphtha, a crude-oil derivative used in inks, were forcing it to switch to black-and-white packaging for its salty products. ( read original story ...)
Russia Suggests Tokyo-Moscow Vice Foreign Minister Talks
Mikhail Shvydkoy, Russian President Vladimir Putin's international cultural envoy, on Tuesday proposed subcabinet-level talks between Japan and Russia to open the way for a meeting of the two ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama Maruuo FY Net Y612.00M Vs Net Y508.00M
Japan Year Ended March 31 GROUP 2026 2025 Revenue Y40.64 bln Y39.84 bln Operating Profit Y462.00 mln Y354.00 mln Pretax Profit Y907.00 mln Y710.00 mln Net Profit Y612.00 mln Y508.00 mln Per share ... ( read original story ...)
Korean Air flight wobbles and aborts landing at Tokyo airport amid strong winds, viral video captures dramatic moment
The dramatic footage has drawn significant attention online, with many praising the pilots' quick decision-making under pressure. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks rise in morning on tech gains but limited by profit-taking
Tokyo stocks rose Tuesday morning, boosted by solid earnings results in the technology sector, although gains were pared by profit-ta ... ( read original story ...)
Japan to send officials to Russia in May over protection of companies’ assets
TOKYO, May 12 (Reuters) - Japan plans to send several officials to Russia in late May to facilitate communication and help protect assets owned by Japanese companies operating there, the Minister of ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Katayama says coordinating with Bessent on FX policy
Japan’s Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama confirmed that her team is coordinating closely with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on currency policy, signaling tacit US approval of Japan’s recent ... ( read original story ...)
Japan, US affirm close cooperation on currency moves
By Makiko Yamazaki and Leika Kihara TOKYO, May 12 (Reuters) - Japan and the U.S. reaffirmed their close cooperation in dealing with exchange rate moves, including on currency intervention, Japanese ... ( read original story ...)