U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will head a presidential delegation to Osaka to attend the World Exposition in the Japanes ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese manufacturers say tariffs weighing on outlook
The tariffs already in place under US President Donald Trump are putting pressure on some Japanese companies. Firms at a manufacturing trade show in Tokyo say the outlook for businesses has worsened. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s sticky problem with Trump, tariffs and rice
Donald Trump's insistence that "spoiled" Japan imports more US rice is adding to Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's problems ahead of elections that could sink his premiership after less than a year in ... ( read original story ...)
Naoya Inoue-Murodjon Akhmadaeliev confirmed for Nagoya, Japan
Naoya Inoue and Murodjon Akhmadaliev now have a confirmed location for their already agreed upon September 14 showdown: the IG Arena in Nagoya, Japan. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks drop in morning as firmer yen hurts exporters
Tokyo stocks dropped Thursday morning as export-linked shares were sold on a firmer yen against the U.S. dollar. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s panda capital is losing its pandas. What comes next?
Pandas have fueled the Japanese town of Shirahama’s tourism industry for decades. But the town’s zoo has to send its last four bears to China ahead of an expiring lease, plunging the future of Japan’s ... ( read original story ...)
Japan seeks US tariff talks during Bessent visit, Yomiuri reports
Japan is seeking talks between tariff negotiator Ryosei Akazawa and U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent when the U.S. official visits Japan for the World Expo next week, Yomiuri newspaper reported ... ( read original story ...)
Philippine Airlines brings back its Manila-Sapporo seasonal flights
It's time to pack your bags and prepare for your next adventure! Philippine Airlines has announced the return of its seasonal flights between Manila and Sapporo, Japan. In a statement on its website, ... ( read original story ...)
Downpours forecast for Tokyo and surrounding areas from Thursday afternoon
Japan's weather officials are warning of possible torrential downpours from late afternoon throughout the night on Thursday in the Kanto Koshin region which includes Tokyo. ( read original story ...)
Which Ichiran Branch Is the Best? I Visited All 13 in Tokyo and Found Big Differences
Welcome to Food in Japan! 🍣 Thanks for stopping by! 🙏 If you love Japanese food, you're in the right place. Join me as I explore the best dishes, street foods, and hidden gems all around Japan. ( read original story ...)
Japan unlikely to face US pressure to strengthen yen, ex-top FX diplomat says
Japan is unlikely to face pressure from the United States to intentionally strengthen the yen despite President Donald Trump's criticism of its large trade surplus with the U.S., former top currency ... ( read original story ...)
Senators Seek ‘Light Touch’ for Crypto Market as Democrats Balk
A key US Senate panel took up the debate over proposed regulation of digital assets, with Republicans calling for a soft approach and Democrats warning about potential loopholes and conflicts of ...
How to Set Up a Bank Account in Japan
Learn how to open a bank account in Japan, what documents you need and how to avoid common issues with names, PINs and phone numbers.
‘Demolish the Ministry of Finance!’ protest erupts in Tokyo, angry attendees say ‘we are not your ATM’ – MSN
Angry residents of Japan fed up with the country’s monetary recklessness gathered outside the Ministry of Finance in Tokyo on Friday evening. Shouting “dismantle the finance ministry ...
Uighur Chef Makes Superb Japanese Halal Ramen Bowl at Sankyu Halal Japanese Food in Asakusa, Tokyo
Welcome to Food in Japan! 🍣 Thanks for stopping by! 🙏 If you love Japanese food, you're in the right place. Join me as I explore the best dishes, street foods, and hidden gems all around Japan. ( read original story ...)
Japan June wholesale prices rise 2.9% y/y
Japan's annual wholesale inflation slowed in June for the third straight month, data showed on Thursday, backing up the central bank's view that price pressures from rising raw material costs will gradually dissipate. ( read original story ...)