Japanese police said they have arrested seven people suspected of running an illegal sex business that reportedly targeted tourists in Tokyo's busy red-light district. A Tokyo police spokesman told ... ( read original story ...)
The 8 Airlines Operating The Longest Flights To Tokyo: What To Expect Inside
Several major airlines operate long-haul routes to the Japanese capital with exceptional service and cabin products for these extraordinary distances. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Xtreme Racer brings heart, soul, and sweet handbrake turns back to the genre just when it needed them most
Tokyo Xtreme Racer expects me to go hunting in this city of endless night—a quick flash of my headlights is an invitation to race that's never refused. Who wins these unscripted duels is determined ... ( read original story ...)
Japan may see LNG demand up if renewables are slow; Canada there to deliver, officials say
Japan's demand for liquefied natural gas (LNG) may grow by more than 10% to some 74 million metric tons by 2040 under a government scenario where the renewable energy rollout goes slower than expected ... ( read original story ...)
Blockstream Opens New Office in Tokyo as It Expands in Asia
Blockstream, the crypto company co-founded by legendary bitcoin (BTC) developer Adam Back, is expanding its global presence with the opening of a new office in Tokyo, the company said in a press ...
Tokyo tech IPO soars but Seoul deal tanks 10% in volatile Asian markets
SYDNEY/SEOUL, Feb 5 (Reuters) - Shares of a small Japanese technology firm shot up nearly 60% on its first day of trade on Wednesday, while Seoul's largest initial public offering (IPO) in three years ...
Japanese media report Nissan is abandoning negotiations to merge with Honda
The Nikkei newspaper states that Nissan Motor will abandon the memorandum of understanding (MOU) under which it was negotiating with Honda Motor due to differences between the two regarding the structure of the resulting joint company.
Japan’s Nomura doubles Q3 profit on revived markets and IB divisions
Japan’s top brokerage and investment bank, Nomura Holdings, on Wednesday (Feb 5) reported a 101 per cent increase in net profit on strong demand for equity offerings and mergers and acquisitions ...
Japan gov’t mulls same-day tickets for Osaka Expo amid slow pre-sales
TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said Wednesday the government will consider introducing same-day tickets for the World Exposition in Osaka from April, despite an earlier ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka police identify dismembered body as ministry official; arrest suspect
The deceased, 52-year-old Takamichi Kamioka, had been missing since late last year, prompting his family to file a missing persons report. ( read original story ...)
LVMH to Touch Down At Osaka-Kansai World Expo 2025 Ahead of a Dior Runway Show
LVMH brands including Louis Vuitton, Dior, Celine, Chaumet and Moët Hennessy will be showcased in permanent and temporary exhibition spaces at the French Pavilion. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Toyota announces EV and battery push in China and U.S., as its quarterly profit surges
Toyota is developing and making electric vehicles and EV batteries in China, the Japanese automaker said Wednesday, under a new partnership with the Shanghai government. Toyota Motor Corp. also ... ( read original story ...)
Japan PM Declares Crypto ‘Extremely Important’ Ahead of 2025 Tax Changes
Japan plans major crypto tax reforms by 2025 to boost Web3 innovation and economic growth. Officials aim for lower rates and clearer regulations.
BOJ will keep raising rates if prices move as forecast, central bank official says
The Bank of Japan will continue to raise interest rates if underlying inflation accelerates toward its 2% target as projected, a senior central bank official said on Wednesday. "Underlying inflation ...
Japan Wages Grow Most Since 1997, Supporting BOJ Hike Path
Japanese nominal wages rose at the fastest pace in nearly three decades, supporting the Bank of Japan’s latest rate hike decision and keeping the bank on track for further tightening steps.
Japanese brokerage Nomura doubles third-quarter profit
Japan's top brokerage and investment bank, Nomura Holdings , on Wednesday reported a 101% increase in net profit as its wholesale business segment grew income on strong demand for equity offerings and ...