The seizure of the trawler, which Japan said was sailing in its waters in the East China Sea, is likely to add to tensions between Tokyo and Beijing. ( read original story ...)
Yokohama Reito 1Q Net Y1.21B Vs Net Y134.00M
Japan 1st Quarter Ended December 31 GROUP 2025 2024 Revenue Y33.33 bln Y33.76 bln Operating Profit Y2.19 bln Y1.81 bln Pretax Profit Y2.09 bln Y850.00 mln Net Profit Y1.21 bln Y134.00 mln Per share ... ( read original story ...)
Japan says it seized Chinese vessel amid tensions with Beijing
The fishing boat tried to flee when ordered to stop for an inspection inside Japan's territorial waters, authorities say. ( read original story ...)
Japan to accelerate talks with US for first deals under trade package
Feb 12 (Reuters) - Japan has agreed with the United States to accelerate talks on the first batch of deals under Japan's $550-billion investment package as some issues still need to be worked out, ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo noodle shop serves bear meat soba, udon amid Japan’s surge in wild encounters
Matsuishi — a standing noodle bar a short walk from Takadanobaba Station on the Yamanote Line circling the city — is offering soba and udon topped with chunks of Hokkaido brown bear loin and shoulder ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama Geolandar X-CV Named OE on 2026 Subaru Solterra BEV
Yokohama Rubber said it has begun supplying its Geolandar X-CV tires as original equipment for Subaru’s new 2026 Solterra SUV BEV. ( read original story ...)
Pirelli Replaces Yokohama as Carrera Cup NA Tire Supplier
Pirelli will replace Yokohama as the tire supplier of Porsche Carrera Cup North America, it has been announced. ( read original story ...)
Coco Gauff and Naomi Osaka message Lindsey Vonn after her successful surgery
Coco Gauff and Naomi Osaka are among the sports stars to have sent messages of support to skiing legend Lindsey Vonn. Vonn’s Winter Olympics dream is over after she crashed in Milano Cortina, where ... ( read original story ...)
Nissan sees smaller full-year operating loss as turnaround efforts bear fruit
By Daniel Leussink YOKOHAMA, Japan, Feb 12 (Reuters) - Nissan sharply trimmed its outlook for a full-year loss on Thursday and reported a surprise profit in the third quarter, as the struggling ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s wholesale inflation slows in January, yen import prices up
By Leika Kihara TOKYO, Feb 12 (Reuters) - Japan's annual wholesale inflation slowed for the second straight month in January but yen-based import costs rose, data showed on Thursday, suggesting a weak yen will continue to put upward pressure on prices. ( read original story ...)
U.S.-Made Cars Headed to Japan Face New Road-Legal Rule
As Japan prepares for the import of U.S.-origin cars, a new law requires them to display a 'star-spangled sticker' to comply. ( read original story ...)
Seoul, Tokyo coordinating Takaichi’s visit to S Korea in March: report
South Korea and Japan are coordinating Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's visit to the neighboring country in March, a Japanese news agency reported Thursday. Seoul and Tokyo raised the ... ( read original story ...)
Formula E to stage Tokyo E-Prix as a night race in 2026
A new night race is on the Formula E calendar as Tokyo gets an evening slot for 2026 ... ( read original story ...)
These futuristic screens help you navigate Tokyo
In Tokyo, BBC journalist Paul Carter joins Finnish Deaflympian Sara-Elise Ruokonen to test transport tech that makes the city more navigable for everyone. ( read original story ...)
A diplomat’s view: Japan’s ambassador to China discusses the state of bilateral ties
Japan's Ambassador to China Kanasugi Kenji tells NHK that Tokyo will pursue dialogue with Beijing, while responding firmly to any rhetoric. ( read original story ...)
Yen heads for best week in a year as ‘buy Japan’ talk picks up
By Tom Westbrook and Sophie Kiderlin SINGAPORE, Feb 12 (Reuters) - A resurgent yen pushed towards its biggest weekly gain in more than a year on Thursday, adding pressure on the dollar and suggesting a shift in mood may be afoot in the currency market. ( read original story ...)