Miki Tsusaka has been president of Microsoft’s Japan business since February 2023. She now leads the tech giant’s engagement with customers and business partners after spending over 30 years at Boston Consulting Group.
Year-round street drinking ban takes effect in Tokyo’s Shibuya Ward
A year-round ban on street drinking at night has taken effect near Tokyo's Shibuya Station. Our site uses cookies and other technologies to give you the best possible experience. By using this site you are consenting to their use and accept our policies. Learn more... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s foreign minister says ‘Asian NATO’ is an idea for the future
The idea of an Asian NATO floated by Japan's new prime minister is one to consider in the mid- to long-term but not imminent, the new foreign minister, Takeshi Iwaya, said on Wednesday. ( read original story ...)
Top Japan Bankers Predict More Share Gains, BOJ Rates at 1%
Top executives of Japan’s biggest banks and brokerages predicted further gains in domestic share prices and more interest-rate hikes, as they welcomed a new prime minister who started his career in ... ( read original story ...)
Analysis-Futures in Japan face hangover from BOJ’s bond-buying binge
Japan's $9 trillion bond market is bracing for disruption as a shortage of paper caused by the central bank's massive buying is expected to hit the settlement of derivatives used by investors and the ...
Futures in Japan face hangover from BOJ’s bond-buying binge
Japan's $9 trillion bond market is bracing for disruption as a shortage of paper caused by the central bank's massive buying is expected to hit the settlement of derivatives used by investors and the dealers who underwrite the nation's debt sales.
Stock market today: SGX Nifty, SEBI F&O meet, Manba Finance IPO listing, Japan selloff & more
All eyes would be on the listing of Manba Finance, whose Rs 150.84 crore IPO attracted 224.05 times bids recently. The IPO of Diffusion Engineers will conclude today.
17-year-old girl found dead in Osaka hotel room was strangled
Osaka police are on the hunt for a man who was seen entering the hotel in the city's Dotonbori area with the victim. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s New Economy Minister Seeks to Maximize Nuclear Restarts
Japan’s new economy minister said the country will need to maximize the use of existing nuclear power plants as artificial intelligence and data centers are expected to boost electricity demand. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo shares fall, Hong Kong’s advance as tensions escalate in the Middle East
Asian shares are mixed, with Tokyo's benchmark falling while Hong Kong's advanced despite the sharp escalation of tensions in the Middle East ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s new PM Ishiba pledges reform, deeper ties with friendly nations
Japan's new Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba on Tuesday promised political reform and help for households as prices rise, and said he would seek deeper ties with friendly nations to counter the gravest security threats his country has faced since World War Two. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Kojima, with its proud Jeans Street, draws fans of vintage, deep-blue denim
American fabric — is all about being Japanese in the town of Kojima. The town's main road is named Jeans Street, with real pairs of pants flapping like flags overhead. ( read original story ...)
AI-focused Masaaki Taira appointed Japan’s digital minister, crypto holders cross fingers on tax issue
With Japan’s new prime minister in place, a new digital minister (“Minister for Digital Transformation”) will also be taking over, known by supporters for his advocacy of AI and web3 development.
Artificial heart made of iPS cells unveiled to press, to be displayed at 2025 Osaka expo
A miniature artificial heart made of induced pluripotent stem (iPS) cells, expected to be one of the main exhibits at the 2025 World E･･･ ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks open lower on weak Wall St., tensions in Middle East
Tokyo stocks opened lower Wednesday, weighed down by overnight falls on Wall Street and concern over growing instability in the Middl ... ( read original story ...)
Institute of Science Tokyo launched after merger of two universities
The Institute of Science Tokyo was inaugurated on Tuesday as a new university created by the merger of the Tokyo Institute of Technology and Tokyo Medical and Dental University. ( read original story ...)