TOKYO: Japan's Nikkei share average climbed by the most in two weeks on Thursday on renewed enthusiasm for technology stocks and easing geopolitical tensions linked to the Iran war.
Tokyo shares surge, Nikkei ends 5-day losing streak
Tokyo stocks finished higher on Thursday, with the benchmark Nikkei stock index rising by more than 3 percent, as declining oil prices helped ease ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo police arrest man over exam impersonation attempt at Nihon University
TOKYO -- Police on May 21 announced the arrest of a 39-year-old man who allegedly tried to take a university entrance exam for a teenage applicant.Acc･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Why the Tokyo firebombing became World War II’s forgotten inferno
On March 9–10, 1945, U.S. B-29 bombers carried out Operation Meetinghouse, a low-altitude incendiary raid that destroyed much of eastern Tokyo and killed an estimated 90,000 to 100,000 people. The ... ( read original story ...)
Sacred hall housing Japan’s ‘eternal flame’ destroyed by fire
The temple has moved the flame to a different location and authorities said the fire may have been caused by the it, according to Japan Times. ( read original story ...)
SoftBank jumps 20% on OpenAI and SB Energy IPO pipeline
SoftBank (SFTBF) jumped nearly 20% on Thursday on the Tokyo exchange after reports about OpenAI (OPENAI) preparing to file for an IPO as soon as Friday surfaced. SoftBank (SFTBY) is a major ...
Nikkei 225 soars as Softbank stock surges, foreigners scoop Japan shares
The Nikkei 225 Index surged by over 3.5% today, May 21, its best day in weeks, helped by numerous catalysts, including the potential US-Iran deal, foreign buying of Japanese stocks, and the soaring ...
Japan weighs extra budget of about $19 billion, TBS says
TOKYO, May 21 (Reuters) - Japan is considering a supplementary budget of about 3 trillion yen ($19 billion) for the current fiscal year to prepare for a prolonged Middle East crisis, broadcaster TBS ...
Roland Garros pays tribute to Monfils in farewell event: Sinner and Osaka added to lineup
The French Open is preparing a special farewell exhibition event for Gaël Monfils, former world No. 6 and one of the leaders of French tennis over the last two decades. ( read original story ...)
Thousands rally in Tokyo against Takaichi government’s push to revise pacifist constitution
People holding slogans participate in a protest rally in front of the National Diet Building in Tokyo, Japan, May 19, 2026. Thousands of demonstrators gathered in front of Japan's National Diet ... ( read original story ...)
Japan exports rise for eighth month despite supply disruptions
Japanese exports rose for an eighth straight month in April, government data showed on Thursday, reflecting resilient global demand despite major supply disruptions caused by the U.S.-Israeli war ... ( read original story ...)
Japan records bigger exports and imports in April, despite oil supply concerns
Japan’s exports soared 14.8% in April from the same month a year earlier, according to Finance Ministry data released Thursday, showing that its trade remained robust despite worries over supplies of ... ( read original story ...)
Crypto companies are trying to leave the hype cycle for a more disciplined phase, earnings show
Crypto companies spent years monetizing volatility. Now they're trying to survive without it.
Bank of Japan policymaker signals that rate hike might be approaching
Policy board member Junko Koeda said Japan’s underlying inflation is likely already at around 2%.
Tokyo Electron’s Taiwan unit says it will not appeal ruling in TSMC trade secrets case
TAIPEI, May 21 (Reuters) - Tokyo Electron's Taiwan unit told Reuters in a written response on Thursday that it respects the judicial process, takes the court ruling seriously and will not appeal in ... ( read original story ...)
Nikkei 225 Forecast: U.S.-Iran Tensions and Bond Yield Test 60,000 Support
The Nikkei 225 faces pressure from higher oil prices, rising JGB yields, and weak U.S. tech sentiment, but the 60,000 support level may decide whether the bullish trend continues toward 65,000.