Japan Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama reiterated on Tuesday the government would continue to monitor foreign exchange movements with a high sense of urgency as the yen hit fresh eight-month lows.
Bitcoin falls below a key level. The crypto may head toward $94,200 next.
Bitcoin has broken below an important technical level, which could signal further downside for the crypto, one analyst says.
Tokyo, western Japan experience northerly winds signaling start of winter
The first northerly wind, signaling the start of winter, blew in Tokyo and parts of western Japan on Monday, four days earlier than u ... ( read original story ...)
Rigid gender roles are prompting women to leave rural Japan
Akita Prefecture has Japan's most aged population, lowest birthrate and fastest declining population. Rigid gender roles are prompting young women to leave rural areas like this for opportunities ... ( read original story ...)
Construction update from Japan’s tallest tower
Dubbed by its contractors as “the tallest ultra-high-rise building in Japan,” the Torch Tower is planned to have 62 floors, host offices, shops, residences, a luxury hotel, a 2,000-seat hall and an ... ( read original story ...)
Planet Japan: Highlights from the Tokyo auto show, and its different auto culture
Japan is an ocean, 6,397 nautical miles, and a world away from the Detroit. From kei cars to pickup trucks, how the world's third-biggest car market looks different. ( read original story ...)
Yokohama Rubber breaks ground on hose factory expansion in Mexico
Yokohama broke ground or a major expansion at its automotive hose facility in Mexico, with plans to nearly double the location's footprint. ( read original story ...)
Yokohama public school’s esports class more than just gaming
YOKOHAMA—The Yokohama municipal government will start offering esports classes at a city-run high school next spring, allowing third-year students to earn credits by learning about the video gaming ... ( read original story ...)
In Tokyo, Trump and Takaichi bonded over a mutual friend – and a mutual enemy
During their first bilateral meeting in Tokyo, Donald Trump and Sanae Takaichi looked more like old friends than world leaders. ( read original story ...)
Trump claims Biden ‘switched totally’ to support crypto after losing voter support
Donald Trump said that Joe Biden’s administration “switched totally” on crypto policy after realizing Trump’s voter advantage.
Major crypto hack after Halloween stuns investors
Halloween’s scare came late for the crypto industry. Decentralized finance (DeFi) protocol Balancer (BAL) has been hit by one of the biggest crypto hacks of 2025, with more than $116 million stolen ...
How Trump’s Tariffs Crashed the Crypto Market — What It Means for You
Following President Donald Trump’s threat in early October that he would impose a 100% on imports from China to America, crypto markets crashed as a result. As the rollercoaster of Trump’s ...
Dodgers’ extra-innings win sparks celebration and pride across Tokyo
As the final out was recorded in Toronto, a roar erupted not only from Dodger Stadium but from bars, cafés and newsstands across Tokyo. ( read original story ...)
Top Crypto Exchanges in Japan for 2025
Overview: The top crypto exchanges in Japan for 2025 are regulated under Japanese law and offer support for JPY fiat currency.Features to look for include credi ...
Torso believed to be of woman found in Yokohama, foul play suspected
The headless torso of a woman was found floating off Yokohama over the weekend, and police are investigating it as a possible case of foul ... ( read original story ...)
Police say 1999 killing of Nagoya housewife most likely premeditated
Police in Aichi believe a woman arrested last week over the killing of a 32-year-old housewife had attacked her immediately after she opened her front door. ( read original story ...)