Would-be casino city Yokohama held on Tuesday the first meeting of a local body called the Yokohama Innovation IR Council. Its main purpose is to bring together public-sector agencies and institutions ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka’s Nike Star Power Continues To Shine With New Apparel Line
She’s proving that yet again with pieces in her first Nike collection selling out online in less than 24 hours. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka’s New Nike Collection Honors Her Japanese, Haitian, and American Roots
Naomi Osaka's new Nike apparel collection has gear that works on and off the tennis court, including a camouflage shirt and NikeCourt shorts. ( read original story ...)
How Athlete, Activist and Next-Gen Marketing Magnate Naomi Osaka Aces Her Brand Partnerships
The three-time Grand Slam tennis champ spoke with Adweek about gut-checking endorsements, ignoring trolls and speaking her mind. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Bolsters Push to Lure Business From Hong Kong: NEF Update
The Bloomberg New Economy Forum continues the second half of its Cities day at 8 a.m. Hong Kong time on Wednesday with speakers including Marriott International Inc. Chief Executive Officer Arne ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo to raise coronavirus alert level to highest of four levels: Nikkei
Tokyo is preparing to raise its coronavirus alert level to the highest of four levels as infections are spreading and the number of positive cases in the Japanese capital have crept up recently, the ... ( read original story ...)
India, US, Japan, Australia resume naval exercises
The navies of India, the United States, Australia and Japan are holding exercises in the Northern Arabian Sea in the second phase of a naval drill seen as part of a regional initiative to counter Chin ... ( read original story ...)
AirAsia Japan files for bankruptcy, leaving 23,000 flyers without refunds
AirAsia Japan filed for bankruptcy proceedings in the Tokyo District Court on Tuesday with about 21.7 billion yen ($208 million) in liabilities, becoming the first airline to fail in the country ... ( read original story ...)
Morning mail: 1 million more in poverty, Australia-Japan defence pact, Dolly Parton funds vaccine
Successive cuts to coronavirus supplement are seeing many Australians sink into poverty. Plus: fireflies light up Japan ... ( read original story ...)
Japan, Australia reach security pact amid fears over disputed South China Sea
Japan and Australia agreed on a breakthrough defence pact on Tuesday allowing reciprocal visits for training and operations, and voiced concern over the disputed South China Sea, where China is ... ( read original story ...)
The Rise Of Naomi Osaka’s Nike Presence
She’s proving that yet again with pieces in her first Nike collection selling out online in less than 24 hours. ( read original story ...)
Japan, Australia Forge Closer Military Ties to Counter China
The leaders of the U.S. allies said they would remove legal and administrative barriers to their militaries entering the other country, allowing for more joint training and quick military support in a ... ( read original story ...)
Hokkaido raises alert level for Sapporo as virus surge continues
Move comes after the central government pledged to financially support shops and restaurants that are asked to shorten their business hours. ( read original story ...)
Hokkaido raises alert level to contain spike in COVID-19 cases
The governor of Hokkaido and the mayor of Sapporo, the main northern island's capital, agreed to implement measures equivalent to stage 4 of the new coronavirus alert level for the city to help ... ( read original story ...)
No mandatory coronavirus vaccine for Tokyo Olympics, says IOC chief
Athletes won't be required to take a coronavirus vaccine to compete at the Tokyo Olympics, IOC chief Thomas Bach said Tuesday, adding that mandatory shots would be "going too far". ( read original story ...)
Japan’s sake exports more than tripled over the last decade
A traditional Japanese alcoholic beverage made from fermented rice, sake is becoming increasingly popular overseas. Thirst for the iconic drink is paired with a growing appetite for Japanese cuisine. ( read original story ...)