YOKOHAMA, Japan -- A wave of spending, fueled by international travelers, is spreading to Yokohama, a port city southwest of Tokyo once known for its relatively low rents and retail prices despite its ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka attacker who rammed children with SUV says he disliked people living without hardship
A 28-year-old man who was arrested after driving his vehicle into a group of elementary school children in Osaka last week has reportedly told police that he disliked people living without hardship, according to sources cited in local media. ( read original story ...)
New Zealand triathlete Wilde in Japan hospital after crash
Twice Olympic triathlon medallist Hayden Wilde is recovering in a Japanese hospital with broken bones and injured lungs after a bike crash, the New Zealander said on social media. ( read original story ...)
Crypto Trader Profits $14M Riding the April Crypto Dip, Here’s What They Bought
Crypto trader leveraged long on Bitcoin and other top altcoins, making $14M in profit amid the April crypto market dip. Know more.
Japan denies using its $1 trillion in US Treasuries as a trade threat
Japan has denied any plan to threaten the United States with the sale of over $1 trillion in US Treasuries during trade talks, Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato said on Sunday in Milan. The denial came ...
Australia’s Kisnorbo named permanent coach of Yokohama
Patrick Kisnorbo has been confirmed as head coach of Yokohama F Marinos after serving as interim boss in the wake of Steve Holland's sacking last month. ( read original story ...)
Kiefer Ravena rejoins Yokohama in time for Japan B.League finale
KIEFER Ravena made sure that he will end the Japan B.League season strong, returning in action for the Yokohama B-Corsairs for the final weekend of action. ( read original story ...)
Patrick Kisnorbo Takes the Helm at Yokohama F Marinos
Australian coach Patrick Kisnorbo has been appointed head coach of Yokohama F Marinos after Steve Holland's dismissal. Tasked with improving Marinos' poor season start, Kisnorbo aims to replicate the ... ( read original story ...)
Resentful Japan man admits driving SUV into schoolchildren in Osaka
The 28-year-old suspect, who recently quit his job, told police he had deliberately targeted the children as they walked home from school. ( read original story ...)
Panel weighs need to update 43 tril. yen Japan defense buildup plan
A panel of experts under the Japanese Defense Ministry is considering a proposal to revise the current defense buildup plan, which al ... ( read original story ...)
Jung Woong-in’s three daughters grew up looking like Neujin’s Harin..Surprise capture in Japan (my life)
Actor Jung Woong-in's three daughters are going on a trip to Sapporo, Japan.At the end of ENA 'My Child's Private Life', which aired on the 4th, a trailer starring Jung Woong-in and three daughters Se ... ( read original story ...)
Capella launches second Patina property, Patina Osaka
Hyperbaric oxygen and hydrogen therapies are among the cutting edge wellness treatments on offer at the newly opened Patina Osaka. ( read original story ...)
Bank of Japan sees window for rate hikes narrowing but not closed yet
TOKYO] The Bank of Japan’s rate-hike cycle is facing its biggest test since Governor Kazuo Ueda took the helm two years ago, with US President Donald Trump’s tariffs rapidly narrowing the window for ...
News in Easy English: Dog loose on highway near Tokyo safely caught by drivers, police
On April 29, a dog ran free on a highway near Tokyo. Many drivers and police worked together to catch it safely. It happened during Japan's Golden Wee ... ( read original story ...)
Plug and Play wants to help Japanese startups go global
The Japanese government is aggressively supporting startups, and large companies are seeking more opportunities to bet on entrepreneurs. ( read original story ...)
Japan Foods warns of ‘substantial’ full-year loss, citing weak sales and outlet closures
SINGAPORE] Japan Foods announced on Monday (May 5) that it expects to report a “substantial net loss” for FY2025 ended March 31, based on a preliminary review of the group’s unaudited management ... ( read original story ...)