Stand-offs between Japan and currency traders over a weak yen are nothing new, but the stakes now are higher than ever and have global implications If Tokyo policymakers aren't careful, their ...
Tokyo event highlights Liaoning’s cultural and tourism heritage
A promotion event for Northeast China's Liaoning province was held at the China Cultural Center in Tokyo on Friday, showcasing Liaoning's cultural and tourism offerings through photo exhibits, local cuisines and enchanting performances. ( read original story ...)
Possible gunfire reported as 2 injured at hospital north of Tokyo
At least two people were injured at a hospital in the east Japan city of Toda, Saitama Prefecture, following reports of possible gunfire on ( read original story ...)
Man fires shots outside hospital near Tokyo, reportedly holes up in post office
A man has fired shots toward a hospital in Saitama Prefecture, near Tokyo, possibly wounding two people. The suspected shooter fled the scene and reportedly holed himself up in a nearby post office. Police were notified shortly after 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwanese chip firm to build a $5.3 billion factory in Japan as country seeks semiconductor boost
Japan has been looking to boost its domestic semiconductor industry and manufacturing of chips — and the PSMC and SBI factory is part of that push. ( read original story ...)
Update on Disclosed Matter: Mitsubishi Electric to Transfer Automotive-equipment Business to New Subsidiary as Part of Restructuring
TOKYO, October 31, 2023--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (TOKYO: 6503) announced today that it will transfer its automotive-equipment business and assets to a future wholly owned ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Play for Today: Too Much? Just Right? Or Never Enough?
The United States — and its allies — cannot continue in their security endeavors in the way they have heretofore. Business as usual will not lead to ... ( read original story ...)
Bitcoin Holds Steady Above $34K After Hawkish BOJ Decision
On Tuesday, the central bank kept the short-term policy rate steady at -0.1%, continuing its negative interest rate policy. However, the BOJ said it would consider the 1% upper bo ...
Best Crypto Exchanges In Canada For October 2023
Despite recent setbacks, cryptocurrency has remained a wildly popular new asset class for investors. Among the top Google searches for 2022, Bitcoin beat out TikTok, Apple and NFL, and almost topped “restaurants near me.”
Bank of Japan again tweaks yield curve control policy, holds interest rates
The Bank of Japan kept its short-term interest rate target unchanged at -0.1% on Tuesday but also took steps to make its yield curve control policy more flexible, as widely expected. In its release, the Bank of Japan said the target level of the 10-year JGB yield will be held at 0%,
Bank of Japan Backs Away From Rate Cap Amid Persistent Inflation
Central bank sees core prices rising 2.8% next fiscal year in revised forecast
Shuttered Osaka bathhouse enjoying new lease of life
Shuttered Osaka bathhouse enjoying new lease of life A beloved Osaka City bathhouse that was forced to close in 2021 is enjoying a second life, following a chance offer by a local doctor. ( read original story ...)
Coast guard leaders from over 100 nations gather at Tokyo summit
The two-day talks from Tuesday are set to focus on building a framework for international cooperation in maritime security. ( read original story ...)
Japan Takes Another Step Away From Easy Money
The Bank of Japan said it would be more flexible in how it manages government bond yields, citing rising inflation. ( read original story ...)
US buys Japan seafood after China Fukushima ban
T he US military in Japan has started to bulk buy the country's seafood in response to China banning the products after the release of treated water from the Fukushima nuclear plant. The US ambassador ... ( read original story ...)
PBBM, Japan PM to hold bilateral meeting Nov. 3
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida would hold a bilateral meeting at Malacañan Palace in Manila this Friday, Malacañang said Tuesday.This as Communications ... ( read original story ...)