The Japanese parliament has approved a bill to relax imperial succession rules, amid concerns over the dwindling size of the imperial family. The bill, passed by the upper house on Friday, allows the ... ( read original story ...)
Japan to leave monetary policy tools to BOJ in economic blueprint, document shows
By Yoshifumi Takemoto and Leika Kihara TOKYO, July 17 (Reuters) - Japan's government will state in its economic blueprint that decisions on specific monetary policy tools should be left to the Bank of ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo, Taipei lead tech losses as Asian markets suffer again
Tokyo and Taipei led losses on a glum day for Asian markets Friday, with tech firms once again in the crosshairs as investors cash in following this year's breathtaking rally. But with South Korea ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka wins again to reach the Auckland quarterfinals after Mertens, Raducanu withdraw
Osaka overcame a swirling breeze and a lengthy rain break to progress comfortably, 7-5, 6-3, in a match where she was never broken. MATCH POINT: Naomi Osaka moves into Auckland quarterfinals after ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka beats No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka to reach Wimbledon quarterfinals
Naomi Osaka was all smiles after she upset No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in the round of 16 at Wimbledon for her first win at Centre Court. ( read original story ...)
Yohei Kono, who apologized for Japan’s role in sex slavery during World War II, dies at 89
As a high-ranking government official, he acknowledged the government’s role in running “comfort stations.” ( read original story ...)
Nvidia unveils new AI model and expands Japan’s physical AI ecosystem
Nvidia announces new AI model, Cosmos 3 Edge, and expansion of its physical AI ecosystems in Japan. ( read original story ...)
Nvidia partners with Japan robotics firms on AI development
TOKYO, July 16 (Reuters) - Nvidia said on Thursday it was partnering with Japanese companies including Fanuc and Yaskawa Electric to advance the development of robotics and AI. "With AI, robots will ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Go IPO Summit 2026 Expands Focus to Growth Stage Venture Capital and Secondaries
Second Annual Summit Convenes Founders, Venture and Global Growth Investors, and Advisors in TokyoMapping the Playbook ... ( read original story ...)
Japan household inflation expectations rise, build case for BOJ rate hikes
By Leika Kihara TOKYO, July 16 (Reuters) - Japanese households' inflation expectations crept up and the ratio of those expecting prices to rise a year from now hit a record high, a quarterly central ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo eyes New York University campus in push for global education
The announcement comes as Japan’s capital seeks to strengthen its profile as an international education and research hub. ( read original story ...)
Osaka urges households to reduce garbage as waste processing capacity falls
OSAKA -- The Osaka Municipal Government is urging households to reduce garbage, fearing that general household waste may soon exceed processing capaci･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka’s Wimbledon Look Is a Love Letter To Japanese Ceremonial Dress
I like to use fashion as a medium for storytelling,” tennis legend Naomi Osaka tells Vogue, whose elaborate walk-on outfit was designed by Hana Yagi. ( read original story ...)
Japan refiners to diversify crude sources, explore support for Hormuz bypass routes
By Yuka Obayashi TOKYO, July 15 (Reuters) - Japanese oil refiners will diversify supply sources while exploring ways to support Middle Eastern producers, including pipeline expansion projects that ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka-led industry group eyes China mission as corporate Japan navigates trade tensions
Delegation from prominent Japanese organisation seeks October talks in Beijing and Xian to repair business partnerships after geopolitical disputes snarled exchanges A Japanese business organisation ... ( read original story ...)
Japan manufacturers stay upbeat on chip demand, services hit by costs
By Satoshi Sugiyama TOKYO, July 15 (Reuters) - Japanese manufacturers' sentiment remained relatively upbeat in July, supported by solid semiconductor demand, while confidence among non-manufacturers ... ( read original story ...)