No country holds more provable Treasury debt than Japan with roughly $1.1 trillion, equivalent to a quarter of its entire economy. ( read original story ...)
Suspect who hit Osaka children with SUV said he disliked people living without hardship
The Osaka Prefectural Police Department is investigating how and why the 28-year-old suspect, Yuki Yazawa, committed the assault. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka Hit by Backlash From Tennis Fans After a Petty Social Media Post
Osaka has not issued a statement or apology in response to the backlash. It remains unclear whether the post was meant to be sarcastic ... ( read original story ...)
Trump’s 100 days of profit: Crypto coin rakes in millions, raises ethics alarms
Trump returned to the White House days after launching a cryptocurrency meme coin that analysts say is now worth a fortune.
French influence in Tokyo
Tokyo is a fascinating city. Its population of over 37 million makes it the world’s largest and it probably boasts restaurants with as many different styles of cooking as there are in London. ( read original story ...)
Castles, cuisine and culture – essential things to do in Nagoya, Japan
From ancient castles to delectable cuisine, explore the welcoming Japanese city of Nagoya with our comprehensive list of top things to do. ( read original story ...)
‘Myaku-Myaku’ cosplayer delights Osaka Expo visitors, amid calls to observe rules
Myaku, the official mascot of Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, was a recent star attraction at the Expo venue, with many ･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
‘Sea Man’ Park Ji-hyun cheers on stage in Osaka…It’s for global fans.
Trot singer Park Ji-hyun, dubbed the 'live fish voice', caught the attention of global fans through the SBS 'The Trot Show IN JAPAN' stage in Osaka, Japan. In the recent SBS 'The Trot Show IN JAPAN', ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo lodges strong protest against China after helicopter breaches airspace, ships enter territorial waters
Tokyo has lodged a protest against Beijing after a Chinese helicopter “violated” Japan’s airspace and four vessles entered its territorial waters ... ( read original story ...)
Japan and China accuse each other of violating airspace around disputed East China Sea islands
Japan and China are accusing each other of violating the airspace around the Japanese-controlled East China Sea islands that Beijing also claims. Japan’s Foreign Ministry issued a statement saying ... ( read original story ...)
Trump family crypto venture tapped as part of $2B Emirati-backed investment deal
An Abu Dhabi-backed investment firm is making a $2 billion investment in a crypto business deal that could serve as a major boost for the Trump family's crypto venture.
Company Boasts Spending Up To $20 Million On Trump Crypto Coin To Buy Influence
The arrangement puts money in Trump’s pocket in return for the opportunity to change policy — exactly the sort of pay-to-play scheme critics warned about.
Man arrested for assaulting 3-month-old son, causing temporary cardiac arrest
Police in Nagoya on Saturday arrested a 26-year-old man on suspicion of assaulting his 3-month-old son, causing him to go into temporary cardiac arrest. According to police, Koichi Yumitatsu, a ... ( read original story ...)
Berkshire endorses Japanese trading houses, could hold them ‘forever’
Warren Buffett on Saturday gave a full-throated endorsement to the five Japanese trading houses in which his conglomerate Berkshire Hathaway has invested. ( read original story ...)
Will condos ever create cool neighbourhoods? Why one developer sees a future that’s more Tokyo than Toronto
These Toronto developers want to make their condo neighbourhoods cool again, with more micro retailers and small businesses. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Princess Aiko delivers 1st official address at int’l medical conference in Tokyo
Princess Aiko, daughter of Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako, delivered her first official address May 3 at the opening ceremony of an inte ( read original story ...)