Japan's defense minister is preparing to visit S. Korea in late June for talks with his counterpart, as the two countries accelerate efforts. ( read original story ...)
Horse racing in Japan is on the rise. A Kentucky Derby winner could be next
While horse racing grapples with an uncertain future in many parts of the U.S., the sport is thriving in Japan with millions of dollars being poured into everything from breeding to training. ( read original story ...)
Osu Kannon: Nagoya’s spiritual anchor for centuries
Standing as a brilliant crimson landmark in Nagoya City, Osu Kannon Temple has served as the city’s spiritual anchor for centuries. Founded in 1333 in Gifu Prefecture and moved to Nagoya by Tokugawa ... ( read original story ...)
Yen soars as Japan intervenes after issuing ‘final’ warning
The yen surged more than 2%, for its biggest gain in three years, after Japan intervened in the foreign-exchange market hours after officials delivered a “final” warning to investors against selling ... ( read original story ...)
Yen surges as Japan reportedly intervenes to counter currency weakness
The Nikkei, citing a government source, said officials had intervened buying the currency, which had been around its weakest since July 2024 earlier Thursday. ( read original story ...)
Japan puts ‘too much burden’ on U.S. for security, former defense minister Kono says
This comes as U.S. President Donald Trump said Washington is reviewing the possibility of a troop reduction in Germany. ( read original story ...)
Yen jumps 3% after officials’ ‘final warning’; oil swept lower
By Alun John, Amanda Cooper and Dhara Ranasinghe LONDON, April 30 (Reuters) - Japan's yen surged 3%, the most in a day in over three years on Thursday, following stark warnings from Tokyo officials ... ( read original story ...)
Nagoya University debuts SMART system for rapid enzyme screening
Nagoya University researchers have developed SMART, a single-molecule enzyme screening platform that accelerates and reduces the cost of identifying improved enzyme variants. The system links proteins ... ( read original story ...)
Japan puts ‘too much burden’ on US for security, former defense minister Kono says
This comes as U.S. President Donald Trump said Washington is reviewing the possibility of a troop reduction in Germany. ( read original story ...)
Bank of England sits tight on interest rates like US and Japan as Iran war upends the global economy
The Bank of England is expected to announce it's keeping interest rates on hold as policymakers assess the economic impact of the Iran war and Tehran’s effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz, ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s yen surges as Tokyo issues strong intervention warning
LONDON, April 30 (Reuters) - The Japanese yen surged on Thursday, following stark warnings from Tokyo officials, including the finance minister, that intervention to prop up the currency could be ... ( read original story ...)
Japan yen surges 2%; officials issue strongest intervention warning yet
The Japanese yen surged on Thursday, following stark warnings from Tokyo officials, including the finance minister, that intervention to prop up the currency could be imminent.The dollar dropped 2.1 ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo police issue wanted notice for man suspected of hammer attack on high school boy
TOKYO -- The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) issued a wanted notice April 30 for Teruyuki Takabayashi, 44, on suspicion of attempted murder in a ･･･ ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Ramen Sensation Mensho Hits Kapolei With Free Swag For Early Slurpers
According to KHON2, MENSHO will kick off service on May 2 with a Hawaiian blessing before the doors officially open. The first 100 customers ages 18 and older who purchase a bowl of ramen that day will score a limited-edition tote, ( read original story ...)
Police search for man accused of hammer attack on students in western Tokyo
Police have launched a manhunt for a 44-year-old man in western Tokyo after he attacked high school students with a hammer and sprayed an unknown liquid at the responding officers. According to the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, ( read original story ...)
Actor Ken Matsudaira performs signature samba dance in Yokohama to pray for sunny holidays
YOKOHAMA -- Actor Ken Matsudaira performed "Matsuken Samba II" from a platform 15 meters high at Yokohama Hakkeijima Sea Paradise on April 27, praying･･･ ... ( read original story ...)