Highest paid sportswoman Naomi Osaka launched a media production company in partnership with SpringHill Company, a media conglomerate created by LeBron James. ( read original story ...)
Scientists probe Japan’s remarkable COVID success in hunt for new vaccine to protect some of the most vulnerable
While many factors likely boosted Japan's COVID resilience, researchers say a possible cellular-level advantage could help them create a new weapon against the virus. ( read original story ...)
Japan high court rejects paternity harassment allegations
A Japanese High Court on Thursday rejected an appeal by a former brokerage manager alleging on-the-job harassment and unlawful dismissal after he took parental leave while working at Mitsubishi UFJ ... ( read original story ...)
As Crypto Prices Seesaw, Every New Investor Should Ask These 5 Questions
Bitcoin teetered above and below $20,000 this week. If you're thinking about investing, here's what to know first. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo reports 2,413 coronavirus cases
The Tokyo metropolitan government on Thursday reported 2,413 new coronavirus cases, up 84 from Wednesday and up 594 from last Thursday. The number of infected people hospitalized with severe symptoms ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Film Market to Return as Virtual Event for Third Consecutive Year
The Tokyo International Film Festival, meanwhile, will take place as a full-scale physical event featuring attendance from global directors and stars. By Patrick Brzeski Asia Bureau Chief TIFFCOM, the ... ( read original story ...)
COVID-19 tracker: Tokyo reports 2,413 new cases, up 600 from week before
Tokyo confirmed 2,413 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, up by about 600 from a week before, with the daily count showing a modest uptrend over the past week. The seven-day average of new cases came ... ( read original story ...)
Pilot “raised in tactical airlift” takes command of US airlift hub in Tokyo
A C-130J Super Hercules pilot who led a tactical airlift squadron in Afghanistan is the new commander of the Air Force’s home in western Tokyo. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s famed 100-yen shops fall victim to cost-of-living squeeze
Prices at discount stores double or more as cost pressures become critical issue ahead of upper house elections next month ... ( read original story ...)
GLOBAL ECONOMY U.S. recession fears darken outlook for Japan, global factories
Japan's factory activity growth slowed to a four-month low in June as China's COVID-19 curbs disrupted supply chains, while many other economies in Asia were also facing headwinds amid growing risks ... ( read original story ...)
Japan city loses memory drive with info on all 460,000 residents
KOBE. KAZINFORM - The western Japan city of Amagasaki said Thursday it has lost a USB flash drive containing personal information on all of its roughly 460,000 residents, Kyodo reports. ( read original story ...)
These Covid-19 vaccines are accepted for entry into Japan
Along with the raised daily entry cap, overseas arrivals can now be exempt from arrival testing and quarantine rules depending on the country or region they are coming from. While you don’t have to be ... ( read original story ...)
Japan to provide necessary aid for Afghanistan after earthquake
The Japanese government plans to provide assistance to Afghanistan, a government spokesperson said on Thursday, after an earthquake there killed at least 1,000 people. ( read original story ...)
Ex-Japanese official discusses what the country needs to do to get out of ‘pandemic stagnation’
Kotaro Tamura, Asia fellow at the Milken Institute and former senator and parliamentary secretary for economic and fiscal policy in Japan, discusses possible measures such as the restructuring of ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Display showcases latest LCD panels
LCD maker Japan Display has unveiled its latest line of monitors. The company is looking to refocus its business on the electric vehicle and virtual reality sectors after posting losses every year for ... ( read original story ...)
Yoshiharu Global Co. (YOSH) Announces June 27th IPO
Yoshiharu Global Co. (YOSH) plans to raise $17 million in an initial public offering (IPO) on the week of June 27th, IPO Scoop reports. The company plans to issue 3,800,000 shares at $4.00-$5.00 per ... ( read original story ...)