CapitaLand Ascott Trust (CLAS) is divesting three hotels in Osaka for 10.7 billion yen ($99.8 million), which is at 15% above their total book value. Following the sale, CLAS will net 3.9 billion, or ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Leader’s Support Drops After Replacing Scandal-Hit Cabinet
Support for Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida fell to fresh lows in polls taken after he reshuffled his cabinet to contain a funding scandal that threatens the future of his government. ( read original story ...)
Former Amazon engineer pleads guilty to stealing $12.3 million of crypto in first ever hacking case involving smart contracts
A former Amazon engineer pleaded guilty to hacking two crypto exchanges and stealing $12.3 million in the first ever conviction involving smart contracts.
‘Host clubs’ in Tokyo force women into sex work to pay off huge debts
A ‘vicious’ multibillion-yen system is pushing vulnerable young women who rack up extortionate bills into prostitution ... ( read original story ...)
From Blossoms to Bullet Trains: Discover a new world with Type 7’s Guide to Tokyo
It’s a dream destination for so many around the world, a true melting pot of culture, style, wealth, heritage, and the coolest cars. Tokyo is the futuristic trendsetter in so many genres, and now ERG ... ( read original story ...)
Japan, ASEAN to vow to widen cooperative fields as ties mark 50 years
Leaders of Japan and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations are expected to agree Sunday on expanding their relations in the econ ... ( read original story ...)
‘Superstar’ Osaka’s return a boost for women’s tour, says Mouratoglou
The women's tour needs superstars and will benefit from former world number one Naomi Osaka's return following a 15-month break, top tennis coach Patrick Mouratoglou said. ( read original story ...)
From Wastepaper to High Art: Japan Seeks to Save Manga Heritage
Awakened to the country’s cultural heritage, artists, publishers and museums are trying to preserve original drawings. ( read original story ...)
Tennis-‘Superstar’ Osaka’s return a boost for women’s tour, says Mouratoglou
The women's tour needs superstars and will benefit from former world number one Naomi Osaka's return following a 15-month break, top tennis coach Patrick Mouratoglou said.
Tokyo Gas unit to buy U.S. natgas producer Rockcliff Energy for $2.7 bln
TOKYO, Dec 16 (Reuters) - A unit of Tokyo Gas (9531.T) has decided to buy Texas-based natural gas producer Rockcliff Energy from private equity firm Quantum Energy Partners for $2.7 billion to expand ... ( read original story ...)
Bank of Japan expected to stick with negative interest rates
Investors are widely expecting the Bank of Japan to hold off on lifting negative interest rates on Tuesday, but governor Kazuo Ueda is likely to map out more clearly its monetary policy plans following last week’s US Federal Reserve pivot towards easing. ( read original story ...)
Japan and ASEAN bolster ties at summit focused on security amid China tensions
Leaders from Japan and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, marking their 50th anniversary of friendship, are meeting at a special summit and expected to adopt a joint vision that places ... ( read original story ...)
How ‘Fair Value’ Accounting Rules for Crypto Can Raise Bitcoin Price
New standards that reflect crypto gains in the valuations of companies holding digital assets could encourage more to invest.
US Securities regulator says no to crypto rules
In a big set back for crypto firms in the united states, the US Securities and exchange commission has denied a petition by coinbase, which sought new rules for the digital asset sector. The crypto exchange is all set to challenge this decision in court.
Naomi Osaka confides what she really thinks of her partner Cordae
The Japanese star, ready to come back on the court, shared what she thinks of her current partner and father of their daughter Shai ( read original story ...)
Coco Gauff and Naomi Osaka Make It to the Top of the Richest Female Athletes for 2023 Surpassing the Likes of Simone Biles
The current No. 3 in the WTA circuit, Coco Gauff, has added yet another feather to her crown. Gauff took the world by storm after winning the US Open in 2023. Now, she has overtaken Eileen Gu and Iga Swiatek as the Highest Paid Female Athlete in 2023. ( read original story ...)