The engine of Japan's flagship small rocket, the Epsilon S, blew up and burst into flames during a combustion test on Tuesday. ( read original story ...)
Japanese lawmaker’s family members missing after Tokyo condo fire
A fire at a Tokyo condominium unit occupied by a Japanese lawmaker has killed two people. The victims are believed to be family members of the politician. ( read original story ...)
Powder technologies showcased in Tokyo
An exhibition is being held in Tokyo to showcase cutting-edge technologies related to powder. More than 280 companies and organizations from Japan and overseas are taking part in the annual event held ... ( read original story ...)
Japan seen reaping record tax revenue in fiscal 2024, sources say
Japan's tax revenues are likely to hit a record high for a fifth straight year in the current fiscal year ending in March 2025, four government sources told Reuters. The government will tap the additional revenues to fund part of a 13. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s former top FX diplomat Kanda elected as next ADB chief
TOKYO (Reuters) -- The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has elected as its next president Japan's former top currency diplomat Masato Kanda, the bank said on Thursday. Kanda, now a special adviser to ...
Bank of Japan’s latent losses on JGBs hits record ¥13.66 trillion
JGB prices fell after the central bank ended its negative interest rate policy in March and raised interest rates in July.
Japan’s ex-top currency diplomat Kanda picked as next ADB chief
Former top Japanese currency diplomat Masato Kanda has been selected as the next president of the Asian Development Bank, the Manila-based international lender said Thursday. Kanda, 59, currently a ...
Influenza season underway in greater Tokyo area
Japanese health authorities say the influenza season has begun in Tokyo and six surrounding prefectures. The National Institute of Infectious Diseases and other entities reported the number of people ... ( read original story ...)
Japan seen reaping record tax revenues in fiscal 2024, sources say
Japan will likely see tax revenues hit a fresh high for the fifth straight year in the current fiscal year ending in March 2025, four government sources told Reuters. ( read original story ...)
Real estate worth ¥25 trillion puts Japan companies in spotlight
The hidden value of property on corporate balance sheets is a theme behind some of the biggest activist campaigns and mergers and acquisitions in Japan. ( read original story ...)
Chipmaker Kioxia files for IPO; sources say it’s targeting December
Bain Capital-backed Kioxia filed for an IPO on Friday and sources familiar with the matter said the Japanese chipmaker was targeting December for the offering. The IPO registration marks a fresh ...
Nikkei Slips 0.4%, Dragged by Electronics Stocks
Japanese stocks were lower, dragged by falls in electronics stocks, as concerns about U.S. trade policy continue.
Japan companies go for short-term commercial paper on BOJ hike concerns
Market expectations that the Bank of Japan may raise interest rates at its December policy meeting have led to concerns about rising rates for commercial paper, reducing demand for the longer-term ...
Nikkei May Fall on Concerns About U.S. Trade Policy
Japanese stocks may fall as concerns about U.S. trade policy continue.
Japan’s move to charge teen whose suicide caused woman’s death sparks debate
A decision by Japanese authorities to prosecute a 17-year-old girl whose suicide resulted in another woman’s death has ignited controversy and debate over the reasons to target the deceased in the ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks open mixed on stronger yen, bargain-hunting
TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Tokyo stocks opened mixed Thursday as some exporter issues were sold on a stronger yen, while investors hunted for bargains following two straight days of declines. In the first 15 ... ( read original story ...)