SBI Holdings is exploring plans for an immersive – and round – entertainment venue in the capital ... ( read original story ...)
Cherry blossom viewing starts at Japan Mint in Osaka
OSAKA (Kyodo) -- An annual cherry blossom viewing event began Thursday at the Japan Mint in Osaka, attracting visitors with its "cherry blossom passage." From the south gate to the north gate of the ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks fall in morning on profit-taking, ceasefire uncertainty
Tokyo stocks were slightly higher in early Thursday trading as overnight Wall Street gains kept sentiment upbeat and helped erase los ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks overcome early profit-taking to open higher on Wall St. gains
Tokyo stocks were slightly higher in early Thursday trading as overnight Wall Street gains kept sentiment upbeat and helped erase los ... ( read original story ...)
Forza Horizon 6 Tokyo setting disappoints despite new map features
Despite a smaller Tokyo than expected, Forza Horizon 6 delivers in other areas. Explore the first hands-on details of the new map! ( read original story ...)
Kim Kardashian, Lewis Hamilton romance goes Instagram official with drifting in Tokyo video
Kim Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton have been fueling romance rumors for several months. The two recently went to Tokyo. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Just Set the Bar for Every Restaurant on Earth With This Pet-Friendly Dining Experience
More and more pet-friendly restaurants are popping up around the globe, but a British Shorthair cat named Todd recently dined at a Yakiniku restaurant in Tokyo, Japan, that got two paws up. He was ... ( read original story ...)
Japan PM urges Iran to secure Hormuz shipping after ceasefire
TOKYO, April 8 (Reuters) - Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Wednesday urged Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian to quickly calm tensions in the Middle East and ensure the safety of vessels ... ( read original story ...)
Emergency alert issued in Japan after North Korea launched suspected ballistic missile
Japanese authorities have urged residents, particularly in coastal and northern regions, to remain vigilant and follow official updates. Emergency protocols for aviation and maritime sectors were also ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Real Wages Rise Most Since 2021 to Keep BOJ on Hike Path
Japanese workers’ wages adjusted for inflation rose at the fastest pace since 2021, backing the case for the Bank of Japan to consider a rate hike as soon as this month. ( read original story ...)
Yokohama Outlines 2026 Motorsports Program for Advan, Geolandar Tires
Yokohama Rubber announced its 2026 motorsports activity plan focused on its consumer Advan and Geolandar tire portfolios. ( read original story ...)
ANOTHER WAR COMING? North Korea Missile Launch Sparks Japan Emergency Alert | Region On EDGE
North Korea launches a suspected ballistic missile, triggering emergency alerts across Japan. Sirens blared and authorities swiftly activated national defence protocols, urging citizens to remain ... ( read original story ...)
Japan business mood slumps, bankruptcies seen rising as Iran war lifts costs
By Leika Kihara TOKYO, April 8 (Reuters) - The Japanese business mood worsened in March to levels not seen since the start of the Ukraine war in 2022, a government survey showed, a sign surging oil ... ( read original story ...)
Japan bankruptcy cases seen rising as Iran conflict lifts costs, think tank says
TOKYO, April 8 (Reuters) - Japan saw corporate bankruptcy cases rise for the fourth straight year in fiscal 2025 and may see further increases from around summer this year as surging costs from the ... ( read original story ...)
Japan PM urges Iran president to swiftly secure safe Hormuz passage
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Wednesday urged Iran to swiftly secure safe passage for ships of all nations through the St ... ( read original story ...)
The Iran War Has Finally Exposed Japan’s Achilles Heel
Energy crises expose structural vulnerabilities: like Germany's past reliance on Russian gas, Japan is now highly exposed due to heavy dependence on Middle Eastern oil via the Strait of Hormuz. ( read original story ...)