The yen weakened past a closely watched level, while benchmark Japanese bond yields rose, a few days ahead of a Bank of Japan meeting that some analysts think will result in higher interest-rate ...
Deer Sightings in Sapporo: A Quiet Challenge to Urban Dominance
In the heart of Japan, in the bustling city of Sapporo, Hokkaido, the reign of the urban jungle has been subtly challenged. The evidence of this quiet upheaval? The sudden, unexpected presence of a ... ( read original story ...)
Thirdy Ravena, San-En make it five B.League wins in a row
THIRDY Ravena and the San-En NeoPhoenix continued their resurgence, winning their fifth game in a row at the expense of the Nagoya Fighting Eagles, 89-80, in the 2023-24 Japan B. League season. A 10-0 ... ( read original story ...)
Increased Screentime May Lead to THESE Mental Health Disorders
Meanwhile, even if their initial screen time was limited, children with ADHD gradually increased their screen time as they grew older. The findings of the study were published in the journal ... ( read original story ...)
Autism, ADHD genetic risks may increase screen time in children
A study led by Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine in Japan evaluated screen time in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Denso to invest $3.3 bln to bulk up chips business, president says
Japanese automotive supplier Denso will invest about 500 billion yen ($3.3 billion) in semiconductors by 2030 as aims to triple the scale of its chips business by 2035 from current levels, the company ... ( read original story ...)
Crypto Regulations in Japan: Unique Blend of Tradition and Innovation
For cryptocurrency regulations, Japan holds a unique place. It's no coincidence that Satoshi Nakamoto, the pseudonymous creator of Bitcoin, has a Japanese ...
Crypto Across Borders: A Look at International Regulatory Strategies
The word "Crypto" originates from the Greek word "kruptós" meaning hidden or secret. Cryptocurrency is a form of digital currency that exists in a digital ...
Bitcoin And Crypto Suddenly Braced For A Huge $48.3 Trillion Price Earthquake
Bitcoin and crypto prices have rocketed higher this week, surging after a Wall Street giant made a shock bitcoin price
Japan’s Nikkei drops most in 3 weeks as chip stocks tumble
TOKYO, Oct 26 (Reuters) - Japan's Nikkei share average slumped to its worst day in three weeks on Thursday as chip-related stocks led a broad selloff amid rising long-term yields and a tumble in U.S.
Yokohama F.Marinos Triumph over Kaya FC-Iloilo in AFC Champions League
In a resounding display of resilience and adaptability, Yokohama F.Marinos triumphed over Kaya FC-Iloilo, the reigning champions of the Philippines, in a Group G match of the AFC Champions League (ACL ... ( read original story ...)
Photos: Naomi Osaka posts about fun activities she got to enjoy on ocean
N aomi Osaka spent a fun day at the ocean as the Japanese got to experience a few very interesting activities. Through her Instagram Story, Osaka revealed that she jumped from the edge of a cruise ship into the ocean. In her next Instagram Story, Osaka revealed that she rode a jet ski. ( read ...
Japan’s Takeda slashes full-year profit forecast on drug pipeline impairments
Japan's biggest drugmaker Takeda Pharmaceutical on Thursday slashed its full-year profit forecast by 36% as it contends with disappointments in its development pipeline and the loss of patent protection on key products. ( read original story ...)
Japan policymakers jawbone markets as yen falls beyond key threshold
Japanese policymakers maintained their warning to investors against selling the yen on Thursday in the wake of the currency's renewed slide beyond 150 to the dollar, a level seen by traders as authorities' threshold for intervention. ( read original story ...)
South Korea Must Return Buddhist Statue to Japan, Supreme Court Says
The artifact, which was taken to Tsushima centuries ago, was stolen and smuggled back to South Korea by thieves in 2012. ( read original story ...)
South Korea, US and Japan condemn North Korea’s alleged supply of munitions to Russia
South Korea, the U.S. and Japan have strongly condemned what they call North Korea’s supply of munitions and military equipment to Russia. ( read original story ...)