Video captured the moments when a rocket from Space One, a Tokyo-based startup, exploded shortly after takeoff during its inaugural launch. If the launch were successful, Space One would have become ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese man arrested over investment fraud after 4 years abroad
A Japanese man who had been on an international wanted list for allegedly committing investment fraud was arrested Wednesday four ye ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s first private-sector rocket launch attempt has exploded shortly after takeoff
A rocket touted as Japan’s first from the private sector to go into orbit exploded shortly after takeoff Wednesday, livestreamed video showed. Online video showed the rocket called Kairos blasting off ...
Crypto exchange OKX receives in-principle approval for Singapore payments licence
Cryptocurrency exchange OKX's Singapore subsidiary has received in-principle approval for a payments licence to operate in the city-state, the firm said on Wednesday.
Japan’s Nikkei extends declines as traders eye BOJ’s March meeting
Japan's Nikkei share average was set for its third consecutive day of declines on Wednesday, as investors assessed the likelihood of a policy shift at the upcoming Bank of Japan monetary policy ...
Pair killed in horror avalanche while skiing in remote Japan
A pair who were back-country skiing in Japan have been killed, after an avalanche struck Mt Yotei in Hokkaido on Monday. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Space One Kairos rocket explodes on inaugural flight
Japan's Space One will launch its Kairos small rocket on its inaugural trip on Wednesday, in a bid to become the first private firm in the country to put a satellite in orbit. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Space One ‘Kairos’ rocket explodes right after lift-off
The small rocket that Japan's Space One launched for its inaugural flight exploded shortly after take-off, live-streaming images showed on Wednesday. ( read original story ...)
Toyota likely agreed to wage requests as Japan Inc set for big pay bump
Toyota Motor Corp has agreed to fully meet its union's request for annual pay increases, the Mainichi newspaper said on Wednesday, as top Japanese companies look likely to offer sizeable salary hikes ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Inc set to offer big wage hikes, paving way for end to negative rates
Some of Japan's biggest companies are expected to formally offer sizeable pay increases at annual talks with unions that wrap up on Wednesday, clearing the way for the central bank to end negative ... ( read original story ...)
Japan to shore up security support for Pacific Islands in ‘significant’ policy shift as China looms
Talks on March 19 are expected to involve Japan Self-Defence Forces and police taking part in local and regional responses as well as training Japan's policy pivot can help keep the Indo-Pacific 'Free ... ( read original story ...)
Two of Japan’s Most Popular Attractions Are Limiting Tourists
It’s worth noting that the ban will be limited to certain private streets in Gion—travelers will still be able to walk the public streets to visit popular tourist attractions such as the ... ( read original story ...)
Bitcoin Fog crypto mixer founder guilty of money laundering, jury finds
The founder of Bitcoin Fog, a massive $400 million crypto-mixing service, was convicted of money laundering in a United States District Court on Tuesday, March 12 — the latest win in the government’s ...
Japan’s Space One counts down to inaugural Kairos rocket launch
Japan's Space One will launch its Kairos small rocket on its inaugural trip on Wednesday, in a bid to become the first private firm in the country to put a satellite in orbit. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s pink wave arrives early
A gentle pink wave is steadily sweeping across Japan, gradually advancing in a front from south to north. This is the annual spectacle of cherry tree blossoms bursting open in a great frothy flush of ... ( read original story ...)
Forced head shave for transgender inmate a human rights violation: Osaka lawyers
A group of lawyers has submitted a recommendation asking the Japanese government to stop imposing haircuts on prisoners after a transgender w ... ( read original story ...)