Japan will start acquiring Tomahawk cruise missiles from the US beginning in 2025, moving up its planned purchase by a year due to increased security threats from neighbors such as North Korea and ... ( read original story ...)
Japan has issued a tsunami advisory after an earthquake near its outlying islands
Japan has issued a tsunami advisory after an earthquake near its outlying islands. Officials say a potential tsunami could reach one meter in height. ( read original story ...)
Asia-Pacific stocks set to rise after U.S. Treasury yields pull back from 16-year highs
Asia-Pacific markets are set to rise after U.S. Treasury yields ease from a 16-year high following the release of much weaker-than-expected jobs data.
Man arrested for attempted murder of friend at bar in Sapporo
Police in Sapporo, Hokkaido, have arrested a 40-year-old unemployed man on suspicion of attempted murder after he slashed a 48-year-old friend at a bar. According to police, the incident occurred at ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks open slightly higher on bargain-hunting
Tokyo stocks opened slightly higher Thursday on bargain-hunting after a five-day losing streak, supported by overnight gains on Wall Street. In the first 15 minutes of trading, the 225-issue Nikkei ... ( read original story ...)
An Artist’s Mesmerizing Miniatures of Tokyo Buildings
Nordström creates compelling architectural “portraits” of the city by including the real stuff of life, like electric boxes, water damage, and rusting metalwork. ( read original story ...)
Express bus between Tokyo’s Haneda Airport, Gunma Pref. hot springs set to start in Nov.
An express bus will connect Tokyo's Haneda Airport with hot spring resorts in Gunma Prefecture this November in a bid to increase visitors by making the areas more accessible.Kan-etsu Transportation ... ( read original story ...)
The rise of crypto ETFs marks a turning point in financial adoption
The change in perception of digital assets, from skepticism to mainstream acceptance, is marked by the wave of crypto-focused ETFs.
Spot Bitcoin ETF Launch Will Solidify Crypto As A Distinct Asset Class
The SEC has consistently cited the safeguarding of investors against potential crypto market manipulations and concerns about Bitcoin market liquidity as the primary
Leading Crypto Token in the World of Philanthropy and Blockchain Innovation
The team firmly believes that sharing clear and honest information is what binds their crypto community together and fortifies its strength. In a space where trust is paramount, BobaCat has set a shining example. A Journey of Evolution: From Binance Smart ...
Crypto Sector Sheds More Jobs as Chainalysis Cuts 15% of Staff
Blockchain data company Chainalysis Inc. implemented another round of layoffs, the latest job cuts to hit the crypto sector.The firm made “the difficult decision to part ways with 15%” of employees, a spokesperson said late Monday in the US,
Crypto firm Ripple secures Singapore payments licence
Cryptocurrency firm Ripple said on Wednesday its Singapore subsidiary has secured a payments licence to operate in the city-state without transaction thresholds.
Host City Contract signed for 2026 Asian Para Games in Aichi-Nagoya
Asian Paralympic Committee President Majid Rashed has expressed his confidence that Aichi-Nagoya will stage a "spectacular" Asian Para Games in 2026 ... ( read original story ...)
Bungou Stray Dogs: The Tripartite Alliance, Explained
Here's all there is to know about the connection between the Port Mafia, the Armed Detective Agency, and the Special Division for Unusual Powers. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka praises ‘unbelievable’ Novak Djokovic in Instagram Q&A
"Purely as a tennis player, this man is unbelievable," the four-time major champ wrote when asked about her favorite players. ( read original story ...)
Japan implements visitor tax impacting popular attraction
Travelers now have to pay a tax to visit the island of Miyajima, where the popular Itsukushima Shrine is located. ( read original story ...)