On March 26, a woman was fatally stabbed inside the Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo in Japan. According to Reuters, the attacker, who was in his 20s, sneaked behind the counter with kn ... ( read original story ...)
France and Japan Defense Chiefs Pledge Cooperation in Pacific
The defense ministers of France and Japan pledged to work together on security in the Pacific as the conflict in the Middle East draws away American military supplies and troops from the region. ( read original story ...)
Japan raises tobacco, corporate taxes to finance defense spending boost
Japan on Wednesday raised tobacco and corporate taxes to finance a boost in defense spending, with income tax hike set to follow in 2027 as the government projects the tax increases will add some 1.3 ...
John Aylward’s Sona Plans Private Credit Push Into Japan Market
John Aylward’s Sona Asset Management is eyeing Japan for new opportunities and is adding personnel to lead the effort, as the credit manager continues to expand globally. ( read original story ...)
Sentiment improves among Japan’s big firms, but Iran war clouds outlook
By Leika Kihara TOKYO, April 1 (Reuters) - Business sentiment among large Japanese manufacturers improved in the three months to March, according to a closely watched survey released on Wednesday, a ... ( read original story ...)
Japan business mood, inflation expectations rise but Iran war clouds outlook
By Leika Kihara TOKYO, April 1 (Reuters) - Japan saw the business mood improve and corporate inflation expectations heighten in the three months to March, a closely watched survey showed, helping the ... ( read original story ...)
Why Nagoya deserves a spot on your Japan road trip: best things to see and do
Discover what makes Nagoya a unique destination in Japan, from cultural highlights to hidden gems, and why it should be part of your travel itinerary. #Nagoya #JapanTravel #TravelJapan #CityGuide #Exp ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Firms Stay Upbeat Under Pressure, Keeping Rate Hike on Table
A key gauge of business sentiment in Japan improved for a fourth straight quarter.
Business sentiments in Japan improving despite Iran worries
A quarterly survey by the Bank of Japan shows business sentiment among major Japanese manufacturers improved slightly.
Bank of Japan chief signals vigilance to yen moves, impact on economy
By Leika Kihara TOKYO, March 30 (Reuters) - The Bank of Japan will closely watch yen moves as they affect the economy and prices, Governor Kazuo Ueda said on Monday, suggesting that rising import ...
Japan raises tobacco, corporate taxes to finance boost in defence spending
The tax increases are expected to add $10.5 billion annually in revenue. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Japan business mood improves as BOJ weighs rate hike chance
TOKYO -- Business sentiment among large Japanese manufacturers improved for a fourth consecutive quarter in the January-March period, according to the Bank of Japan's latest survey released on ... ( read original story ...)
Federal plan would let 401(k) investors tap private equity and crypto
The federal government has unveiled a proposal that would allow 401(k) participants to invest in private equity, crypto, commodities, and other alternative assets. While employers have always had the ...
Klook and Osaka Convention & Tourism Bureau sign MoU to advance inbound tourism and foster socio-economic development throughout Osaka Prefecture
SINGAPORE, Feb. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Klook, a leading pan-regional experiences platform in Asia Pacific, today announces the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Osaka ...
Osaka bus operator drops plan to reuse expo buses over safety fears
A subway and bus service company in Osaka said Tuesday it has abandoned plans to repurpose electric buses used at the World Expositio ... ( read original story ...)
Series by Marriott Debuts in Japan with the Opening of Sugata Hotel Osaka Shinsaibashi
Series by Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy's global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today announced the opening of 256-room Sugata Hotel Osaka Shinsaibashi, Series by Marriott in ... ( read original story ...)