Authorities in central Japan say that 15 people were injured in a stabbing incident at a factory in Mishima City, Shizuoka Prefecture, central Japan. Police have arrested a man for attempted murder. ( read original story ...)
‘It’s so quiet’: Mistake Aussies making in Japan as record tourists swarm hotspots
A record-breaking number of travellers have been flocking to Japan, with the country desperate to disperse tourism by urging visitors to explore beyond the hotspots. ( read original story ...)
Can Apple’s AirPod Translation Get You Through Tokyo? We Tested It.
A non-Japanese-speaking first-time visitor used Apple’s new in-ear translation feature to connect with locals at bars, sushi classes and even a fire ritual. ( read original story ...)
Japan proposes record budget spending while curbing fresh debt
Japan's government on Friday proposed record spending for next fiscal year while curbing debt issuance, underscoring Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's challenge in boosting the economy while inflation remains above the central bank's target. ( read original story ...)
Japan stabbing rampage leaves 14 injured at Yokohama rubber factory
Authorities confirm injuries after a weapon and ‘spray-like liquid’ attack. Local media report one man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo inflation cools more than expected, weakening yen
The currency has been hovering near its softest level against the US dollar since January Read more at The Business Times. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo police raid luxury sauna operator over customer deaths
On Dec. 15, a fire occurred in a private room at the sauna facility in Tokyo's Akasaka district, and the victims were found lying inside. ( read original story ...)
Takaichi urges business lobby to agree above-inflation pay hikes in 2026
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Thursday urged Japanese firms to agree to pay raises above inflation in annual wage negotiations nex ... ( read original story ...)
Krispy Kreme selling operations in Japan
Krispy Kreme operations in Japan. Charlotte-based Krispy Kreme estimates cash proceeds from the transaction to be approximately $65 million, dependent on the fiscal-year 2025 financial results for ... ( read original story ...)
Man found collapsed on stairs in multi-tenant building in Yokohama dies
A man found lying on a staircase of a multi-tenant building here was confirmed dead after being transported to hospital on Dec. 25.The col･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka Titanium secures DBJ two-step loan to expand sponge titanium capacity
OSAKA Titanium Technologies Co., Ltd. ( ($JP:5726) ) just unveiled an announcement. OSAKA Titanium Technologies has secured a 5 billion yen, ... ( read original story ...)
Best Ski Resorts Near Osaka: 10 Easy Day Trips and Weekend Winter Getaways
Discover the best ski resorts near Osaka, with easy access, family-friendly slopes and weekend-ready ski areas across Kansai. ( read original story ...)
Zheng Qinwen, Naomi Osaka sign up for $1M pro-amateur Australian Open event
The Post Zheng Qinwen, Naomi Osaka sign up for $1M pro-amateur Australian Open event appeared first on Tennis World USA The One Point Slam has added more top players to its lineup after Zheng Qinwen, ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s small IPOs fall to 12-year low amid market reforms
Small deals have historically dominated Japan’s IPO market. Over the past decade, tiny initial offerings accounted for about 82% of the country’s total IPOs, based on the average of compiled data from ...
Japan’s cabinet OKs record defense budget that aims to deter China
Japan's Cabinet on Friday approved a record defense budget plan exceeding 9 trillion yen ($58 billion) for the coming year, aiming to fortify its strike-back capability and coastal defense with cruise ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s cabinet approves record $785 billion budget, vows to keep debt in check
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's cabinet on Friday approved a record $785 billion budget for the next fiscal year, aiming to strike a balance between her proactive fiscal policy and debt ... ( read original story ...)