While Tokyo notched improvements in research and development, cultural interaction, livability, and accessibility, its score declined in the economy category. ( read original story ...)
Analysis-Rival LNG supplies, Sakhalin’s depleting fields give Japan an exit from Russian gas
As Japan's long-term contracts to secure liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Russia's Sakhalin-2 project near expiration, rival producers see opportunity to fill the supply gap, even as Tokyo looks to ... ( read original story ...)
Japan NISA investors continue to prefer U.S. and global equities
TOKYO -- Japanese retail investors still favor U.S. and global equities almost a year after a tax-saving investment scheme was updated as these assets have been outperforming domestic stocks.
Football: Yoshinori Muto wins J-League MVP after 2nd-straight title with Kobe
Vissel Kobe forward Yoshinori Muto was named the J-League's most valuable player Tuesday after spurring his club to their second s ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Launches 4-Day Workweek To Encourage Boost In Fertility Rate | What We Know
Amid East Asia's baby crisis, Japan has introduced more measures to boost the fertility rate in the country. This time, it's a scheme to implement a four-day workweek for government employees. ( read original story ...)
Used cooking oil program to start in Tokyo ward that hosts airport
Authorities in Tokyo’s Ota Ward clinched a deal with Japan Airlines Co. and supermarket chain operator Daiei Inc. to help make sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from waste cooking oil. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s wholesale inflation accelerates, keeps BOJ rate-hike plan in focus
Japan's wholesale inflation accelerated for three straight months as companies continued to pass on rising raw material and labour costs, data showed on Wednesday, keeping the central bank under ... ( read original story ...)
I’ve flown on the Airbus jet Alaska will fly to Tokyo. It was a comfortable ride and I’m excited about the airline’s new long-haul flights.
Airfare to Japan has decreased since 2023, and Alaska's new route will boost competition and likely further lower ticket prices to Tokyo. ( read original story ...)
Nissan reassigns CFO Ma to China head in management reshuffle, Nikkei reports
Nissan Motor's board has decided to reassign Chief Financial Officer Stephen Ma to head its China business, the Nikkei newspaper reported, a high-profile shake-up for the crisis-hit Japanese automaker as it cuts thousands of jobs.
Japan’s Marubeni to manage commercial EV fleets in Thailand
BANGKOK -- Japanese trading house Marubeni will launch a fleet management service for commercial electric vehicles in Thailand in partnership with Banpu, the country's largest coal company, anticipating long-term demand growth as EVs gain ground.
Japan Manufacturers’ Mood Turns Negative for the First Time in 10 Months Reuters Poll
The poll of 505 big non-financial Japanese firms found that manufacturers' sentiment tumbled to minus 1 in December from the prior month's plus 5, the first negative reading since last February. The ...
Japan’s wholesale inflation rises in November
Japan's wholesale prices increased 3.7% in November from a year earlier, data showed on Wednesday, accelerating slightly from the previous month in a sign companies continued to face pressure from ... ( read original story ...)
Alaska Airlines plans new nonstop flights to Japan, Korea in $1 billion postmerger profit push
Alaska Airlines is launching new flights and a new premium credit card to help grow profits by $1 billion in 2027. ( read original story ...)
Japan Airlines offers luggage delivery service to your hotel when you visit Tokyo
The hotel delivery service aims to ease congestion on public transport and address the shortage of storage lockers, making travel smoother for visitors. ( read original story ...)
Japan Popularity Spurs Cruise Line to Open 2027 Bookings
High demand for 2026 Japan sailings aboard the new Star Seeker prompts Windstar Cruises to open 2027 bookings early. ( read original story ...)
Alaska Airlines will offer nonstop flights to Japan, Korea
Alaska Air Group plans to grow profit by $1 billion and expand routes to other corners of the world, the company revealed Tuesday. ( read original story ...)