Despite the early hour, the mercury was already climbing as the Japan Meteorological Agency reported that 303 of 914 observation posts nationwide recorded temperatures of 30 degrees or higher by 9 a.m. ( read original story ...)
Japan will continue trade talks with US for mutually beneficial deal, Ishiba says
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said on Tuesday that he would continue negotiations with the U.S. to seek a mutually beneficial trade deal, after President Donald Trump announced 25% tariffs on goods from Japan starting August 1. ( read original story ...)
Tennis Star Naomi Osaka Shares Personal Message After Criticizing Herself Over Wimbledon Loss
Naomi Osaka shared a message reflecting on her career and encouraging herself to focus on her achievements days after her emotional Wimbledon 2025 loss. ( read original story ...)
Andaz Tokyo x Andaz Bali authentic Balinese massage experience
Escape to Bali without leaving Tokyo at this exclusive summer wellness event at. From July 10 to 14 and July 17 to 21, top therapist Diah Wulandari ... ( read original story ...)
Ex-Softbank Hawks player accused of raping teenage girl in Yokohama
Kanagawa Prefectural Police have arrested a former professional baseball player for the Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks over the alleged sexual assault of a woman earlier this year ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks higher despite Trump announcement of 25% tariff on Japan
Tokyo stocks were slightly higher early Tuesday, despite announcements by President Donald Trump that the United States will impose a 25 percent import tariff on Japan and his new Aug. 1 deadline for ... ( read original story ...)
Tariffs, declining real wages, slowing growth: Japan’s central bank has its work cut out
Latest wage data highlights that inflation could be taking a substantial bite out of incomes in Japan, despite incomes in the country rising. ( read original story ...)
Yokohama, RAOT support Thai NR farmers in seminar
Yokohama Rubber and the Surat Thai branch of the Rubber Authority of Thailand hosted a seminar for smallholders to help improve quality and productivity of NR farming. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Ghoul Is Coming to U.S. Theaters (But With a Catch)
Whether you're an old fan of the franchise or a curious newbie to the world of ghouls, you won't want to miss this series on the big screen! ( read original story ...)
Japan, South Korea hit with 25% tariffs as Trump ramps up trade war in letters to leaders
By Jeff Mason, Bart H. Meijer and David Brunnstrom WASHINGTON/BRUSSELS (Reuters) -U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday began telling trade partners – from powerhouse suppliers like Japan and South ... ( read original story ...)
Trump says 25% tariffs coming for Japan and South Korea as trade war escalates again
President Donald Trump sent out letters to nations that haven't entered into trade agreements with the U.S., informing them of their new tariff rates. ( read original story ...)
Trump announces 25% levies on Japan and South Korea to take effect August 1
President Trump on Monday said 25% tariffs on goods from South Korea and Japan will go into effect on August 1. ( read original story ...)
FirstFT: Donald Trump threatens Japan and South Korea with steep tariffs
Also in today’s newsletter, Jane Street to fight India manipulation charges, and Iran’s president says Israel tried to kill him ... ( read original story ...)
Nissan May Consider Deal With Foxconn to Save Japanese Car Plant
According to new reports published by Nikkei and Reuters, Taiwanese electric vehicle upstart and electronics contract manufacturer Foxconn (Hon Hai Precision Industry Co.) is said to be in talks with ... ( read original story ...)
Women’s Tennis Star Naomi Osaka Calls Out ESPN
Naomi Osaka made a third-round exit at this year's Wimbledon Championships following her loss to Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova. And after leaving the hallowed UK tennis grounds she made sure to call out ... ( read original story ...)
Trump announces a 25% tariff on Japan and South Korea
President Donald Trump cranked up the pressure on two of America’s key trading partners, Japan and South Korea, firing off letters Monday to the heads of their countries, informing them of their new ... ( read original story ...)