Japan’s 30-year government bond auction drew the weakest demand since June 2025 as a decline in yields dented investor appetite, with concerns over inflation and fiscal policy weighing on sentiment. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Asics to spin off Onitsuka Tiger business
By Mariko Katsumura TOKYO, June 10 (Reuters) - Japan's Asics Corp on Wednesday said it will spin off its high-end Onitsuka Tiger business, a key driver behind four straight years of record profit, in ... ( read original story ...)
Starbucks said to weigh Japan unit options, including a stake sale, Bloomberg News reports
June 9 (Reuters) - Starbucks is considering options for its Japanese business, including a stake sale, following the disposal of a majority interest in its China operations, Bloomberg News reported on ... ( read original story ...)
Bear that caused panic and school closures captured in Japan
The bear sightings had forced the closure of all 94 public primary and middle schools in a city just north of Tokyo. ( read original story ...)
Refugees, immigrants in Japan share culture, build understanding at Tokyo festival
TOKYO -- Refugees, immigrants and their supporters shared food, culture and discussions while promoting understanding of the challenges they face in J･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Three women found dead in Sapporo apartment in suspected group suicide
Three women were found dead inside a Sapporo City apartment on Tuesday morning in what police are investigating as a highly probable group suicide ... ( read original story ...)
Japan national soccer team arrives, calls Nashville home during World Cup
The Japan national soccer team is making Nashville its home base during the World Cup and will be using Nashville SC's training facilities. ( read original story ...)
Why “pacifist” Japan has China worried
Japan is positioning itself as a focal point for defense cooperation among U.S. partners. ( read original story ...)
Bear that shut down nearly 100 schools in Japan captured after days of panic
A bear causing significant alarm in Utsunomiya, Japan, has been captured after days of panic and the closure of nearly 100 schools. ( read original story ...)
From Tokyo drift to Soweto spinning: the travel trend fuelled by speed
Uncover the excitement of Japan's drift culture and the unique spinning tradition in Soweto, South Africa, as both locations attract a new wave of travellers seeking immersive motorsport experiences. ( read original story ...)
Bear caught in Japan after days of sightings and school closures
Black bear caught alive in Japan after days of sightings and school closures - Utsunomiya officials yet to decide what to do with the captured bear ... ( read original story ...)
Auburn student whose body was found after going missing in Japan was on a ‘decompression’ hike
An Auburn University student who died in Japan after going off on a solo hike away from his family enjoyed long strolls for “decompression” and wouldn’t have wanted to harm himself, a family friend sa ... ( read original story ...)
Amsted Automotive to Demonstrate Flexible Powertrain Solutions at JSAE Automotive Engineering Exposition 2026 Nagoya
As automakers balance regional regulations, customer preferences and evolving propulsion strategies, flexibility has become a critical competitive advantage. At Automotive Engineering Exposition 2026 ... ( read original story ...)
Wild black bear in Japan captured after multi-day hunt grips nation’s attention
(Changes headline) By Joseph Campbell and Chang-Ran Kim UTSUNOMIYA, Japan, June 9 (Reuters) - The Japanese city of Utsunomiya captured a wild black bear on Tuesday after a dramatic multi-day search ... ( read original story ...)
Black bear caught in Japan after days of sightings
The capture in Utsunomiya comes as bear attacks have reached record levels across Japan. ( read original story ...)
Japan economy minister says he hopes BOJ works closely with government on policy
By Leika Kihara TOKYO, June 9 (Reuters) - Japan's Economic Revitalisation Minister Minoru Kiuchi said on Tuesday he hoped the Bank of Japan works closely with the government to durably achieve its 2% inflation target. ( read original story ...)