(Bloomberg) -- Japanese regulators are starting to look into underwriting practices in the nation’s corporate bond market, where banks routinely say deals are successful even in cases when they are un... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s economy faces rising risks from U.S.-China trade war – Reuters poll
TOKYO (Reuters) - Japan's economy, which likely shrank in the third quarter, is set to grow more slowly in the coming year than previously thought, according to a Reuters poll of economists who ... ( read original story ...)
Welcome to Sapporo, crab capital of Japan (and maybe even the world)
There are several seasonal varieties, all of which are available in the countless restaurants and market stands across Hokkaido's capital, Sapporo. First up is kegani (hairy crab), known for its delic... ( read original story ...)
‘Ghost boats’ believed from N. Korea wash up on Japan shores
TOKYO—Scores of dilapidated wooden boats believed to be from North Korea have washed ashore in northern Japan in a seasonal influx. The coast guard said Monday that 95 rickety boats, sometimes carryin... ( read original story ...)
‘Ghost boats’ believed from North Korea wash up on Japan shores
TOKYO - Scores of dilapidated wooden boats believed to be from North Korea have washed ashore in northern Japan in a seasonal influx. The coast guard said Monday that 95 rickety boats, sometimes carry... ( read original story ...)
More North Korean ‘ghost boats’ in Japan
Scores of dilapidated wooden boats believed to be from North Korea have washed ashore in northern Japan in a seasonal influx. The coast guard says 95 rickety boats, sometimes carrying skeletonised bod... ( read original story ...)
Woman seriously injured in suspected random stabbing on Yokohama street
YOKOHAMA – A 34-year-old woman suffered serious injuries early Sunday after she was stabbed in a shopping street in Yokohama in what may have been a random attack, police said Monday. Ayu Hirose was s... ( read original story ...)
Aichi cops raid 3 illegal casinos in Nagoya, arrest 17
AICHI (TR) – Aichi Prefectural Police last week arrested 17 persons in connection with the operation of three illegal casinos in Nagoya, reports the Kyodo News (Nov. 11). Between the night of November ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo 2020: Heat could be biggest issue for athletes, spectators at Japan Olympics
Sweltering conditions could pose a threat to both athletes and spectators at the 2020 Olympic Games in Japan, according to Australian team officials, who are already warning athletes to prepare for ex... ( read original story ...)
A slice of Japan: Tokyo’s pizza makers
But now some of the world's tastiest pizza is being made in Tokyo, Japan. Tsubasa Tamaki is a pizza maker who has never set foot in Italy. "Of course, I would like to visit Italy," said Tamaki. "But i... ( read original story ...)
TOKYO | Molina, Realmuto homer to lead MLB All-Stars to win in Japan
TOKYO— Yadier Molina and J.T. Realmuto both homered on Sunday to lead the MLB All-Stars to a 7-3 win over Japan for their first win of the six-game exhibition series. Realmuto hit a solo homer to righ... ( read original story ...)
Unconventional Tokyo music school named among world’s best new buildings
CNN Style is the international digital news partner for the RIBA International Prize. Over the coming weeks we will be profiling the four finalists for the 2018 award. Tasked with designing a music sc... ( read original story ...)
Japan TV cancels show of K-pop’s BTS over atom bomb t-shirt furor
TOKYO (Reuters) - A Japanese TV station said it had canceled a Friday television show with South Korean boy band BTS after news one member had worn a t-shirt that sparked anger on social media and ... ( read original story ...)
“Amanda” Wins Tokyo Grand Prix at 31st Tokyo International Film Festival
Official Website: 31st Tokyo International Film Festival: https://2018.tiff-jp.net/en/ View original content:http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/amanda-wins-tokyo-grand-prix-at-31st-tokyo-internat... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka headed for big money with Japan, global appeal
TOKYO — Naomi Osaka used a powerful forehand and a matching serve to win the U.S. Open against Serena Williams two months ago, soaring as high as No. 4 this season in the WTA tennis rankings. Off the ... ( read original story ...)
Pricier Ice Cream in Japan Is Sweet News for Investors and BOJ
It’s not quite a sugar rush, but a plan to raise ice cream prices in Japan is boosting hopes for investors in food company stocks, and may satisfy the cravings of government officials. “The decision b... ( read original story ...)