Outside political groups tied to the cryptocurrency industry have raised more than $102 million to spend on the upcoming U.S. congressional elections in order to elevate candidates who are friendly to ...
It Took Decades, but Japan’s Working Women Are Making Progress
Employers have taken steps to change a male-dominated workplace culture. But women still struggle to balance their careers with domestic obligations.
Japan Tells US That Biden’s ‘Xenophobia’ Comment Is Regrettable
TOKYO (Reuters) - Japan has described as "regrettable" U.S. President Joe Biden's comment that "xenophobia" is stifling the Asian nation's economic growth, the top government spokesperson said on ...
Many Banks in Japan Raise Deposit Rates after BOJ Action
"The importance of gathering deposits as resources of our business operations will increase further," Masahiro Kihara, president of Mizuho Financial Group Inc., one of Japan's top three banking groups ...
Japan warns of action over volatile currency, notes other nations too share the concerns
Japan is reluctant to intervene in the currency market considering its limited available dollar cash reserves and US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen's comments that such moves were acceptable only in rare circumstances, said Hideo Kumano, chief economist at Dai-ichi Life Research Institute.
Japan may have spent US$23.59-billion in latest attempt to prop up yen: central bank data
On Wednesday, the yen was trading at around 157.55 per dollar when it suddenly spiked, strengthening as far as 153 over the following half-hour
Osaka Expo to Offer Cutting-Edge Entertainment Experience
Tokyo, May 7 (Jiji Press)--As preparations for the 2025 World Exposition in Osaka pick up pace with just under one year to go before its opening, some private-sector businesses taking part in the ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo DisneySea taps ‘Frozen’ and ‘Peter Pan’ in ¥320 billion expansion
Located at Tokyo Disneyland’s companion park Tokyo DisneySea, Fantasy Springs spans upwards of 140,000 square meters and consists of three areas based on franchises "Frozen," "Tangled" and "Peter Pan. ( read original story ...)
Australia seeks client data from crypto exchanges in tax crackdown
Australia's tax office has sought from crypto currency exchanges the personal data and transaction details of up to 1.2 million accounts as it looks to crack down on users who may be failing to pay their taxes amid a rising interest in digital tokens.
Crypto Venture Capital Funding Surpasses $1 Billion for Second Consecutive Month
Crypto venture capital funding has exceeded $1 billion, signaling sustained investor interest in the industry. In April, a total of $1.02 billion was raised across 161 investment rounds, slightly lower than the $1.09 billion recorded in March from 186 rounds.
Japan’s Nikkei closes at 3-week high on US rate-cut outlook, tech boost
TOKYO, May 7 (Reuters) - Japan's Nikkei share average jumped more than 1% on Tuesday, as investor sentiment brightened on higher bets of U.S. interest rate cuts this year while technology shares ...
Yokohama v Al Ain: What time is the Asian Champions League final and how to watch
Al Ain take on Yokohama F Marinos of Japan in a two-legged final to determine the winners of the 2023/24 Asian Champions League.The only UAE club to be crowned kings of the continent, back in 2003, Al ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama v Al Ain: How UAE club reached the Asian Champions League final
Al Ain play Japanese club Yokohama F Marinos in this month's two-legged Asian Champions League final.The UAE club, the only Emirati side to be crowned Asian champions, contest the first leg in Tokyo ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka’s coach ‘super happy with the process’ as he addresses clay struggles
Naomi Osaka’s coach Wim Fissette has revealed he is “super happy” with how she has progressed since her return to the tour as he discussed her ongoing issues playing on clay. Former world No 1 and ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks rebound on hopes for US rate cuts, weaker yen
TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Tokyo stocks rebounded for the first time in three trading days on Tuesday, boosted by optimism about the U.S. economy amid hopes for sooner-than-expected interest rate cuts by the ... ( read original story ...)
Crows are being driven off the streets of Tokyo by their own cries
The municipality of Adachi has decided to install crow-deterrent loudspeakers to dissuade these birds from attacking the garbage of the 700,000 or so residents who live there ... ( read original story ...)