Here is a detailed comparison between Shohei Ohtani and Naomi Osaka's net worth and popularity in their respective sports. ( read original story ...)
Larry Wilson: In Japan, the robots have a mission of their own
The robot appeared in the hotel hallway as if out of nowhere, R2D2-sized, silently rolling, on a mission of undetermined nature from its robot overlords. A group of us Yankee ( read original story ...)
BOJ’s cautious stance aims to balance economic activity with inflation control.
The BOJ kept interest rates at 0.25% after August's CPI showed a 2.8% increase, reflecting a cautious approach amid economic concerns.
Japan, a tourism hot spot, is losing its passion for travel
Travel has been a go-to recreational choice for Japanese nationals since the economic boom era. Domestic trips were the top pastime last year in terms of participation rate, according to a white paper published by the Japan Productivity Center.
Biden and Japan’s Kishida discuss shared concerns over South China Sea
U.S. President Joe Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida discussed diplomacy with China and their shared concerns over "coercive and destabilizing activities" in the South China Sea during a meeting on Saturday at the Quad Leaders Summit in Wilmington, ( read original story ...)
Sony Expands Into Blockchain Amid Calls for Looser Crypto Regulations in Japan
Sony has joined a growing list of Japanese companies exploring blockchain technology as Japan’s crypto market begins to recover.
Donald Trump’s Crypto Project Details: When, How, And Where To Buy
On the other hand, much of the audience, which peaked at over 50,000 listeners, was likely more interested in finding out when, how, and where to invest. The answer: A governance token called WLFI will be sold on public exchanges.
Column: Trump and his family jump into crypto, which the FBI calls a hive of ‘pervasive’ criminality
A new FBI report says the U.S. is the world center of crypto fraud. Donald Trump and his family just announced a big crypto venture.
Japan’s Nikkei books best week since mid-Aug
TOKYO: Japan’s Nikkei share average rose on Friday and logged its best week since mid-August, but gains were capped as the yen strengthened after the Bank of Japan set the stage for future interest rate hikes.
Fiji wins Pacific Nations Cup after overwhelming Japan in Osaka
Fiji has overwhelmed Japan from a 10-10 halftime deadlock to win an energetic Pacific Nations Cup final 41-17 in Osaka. ( read original story ...)
Trump’s crypto burger stunt draws increased attention to bitcoin
At the venue, Trump exhorted supporters to vote in November, and reminded the bitcoin community that he was committed to creating a more pro-crypto regulatory environment. For PubKey co-owner Thomas Pacchia,
Crypto Biz: Circle prepares to debut on Wall Street
This week’s Crypto Biz explores Circle’s IPO, Cathedra’s shift from Bitcoin mining, MicroStrategy’s third debt offering of 2024 and BitGo’s regulated custody for native protocol tokens.
WATCH: Naomi Osaka goes on shopping spree, shows off various skirts she got after ‘challenging’ herself to wear more
In a recent TikTok, Naomi Osaka shared a peek into her latest purchases, showing off a variety of items she picked up. She started with some cute hair clips, even trying one on and giving fans a quick "side-view" to show how it looked. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nikkei leads gains in Asia Pacific after Wall Street soars; BOJ and PBOC hold rates
Traders in Asia also look toward August consumer prices index from Japan and Hong Kong, and central bank decisions from Bank of Japan and People's Bank of China.
Letter purportedly from father of slain boy urges Japan-China ‘bridge’
HONG KONG -- A letter apparently written by the Japanese father of a 10-year-old boy stabbed to death in Shenzhen has circulated, bearing a message against hatred.
LIBER HOTEL OSAKA Introducing the “MUJI room” for an Immersive MUJI Experience
Company Overview Company name: Musashino Co., Ltd. Representative: President and CEO, Nobuyuki Yasuda Address: 1-1-1 Nishihara, Asaka City, Saitama 351-0034, Japan Established: December 1969 Business: ... ( read original story ...)