Tokyo stocks opened lower Thursday, weighed down by selling of heavyweight semiconductor-related shares after recent advances. In the first 15 minutes of trading, the 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average ... ( read original story ...)
Han’s Veilside Mazda RX-7 From Tokyo Drift Sells For Seven Figures
One of two hero cars from Tokyo Drift, this RX-7 sold for $1.22M thanks to its iconic VeilSide kit. It’s a real, running Mazda with a rebuilt twin-rotor engine and formerly functional NOS system. Some ... ( read original story ...)
Japan exports down for second straight month, weighed by US tariffs
Japan's exports fell for a second straight month in June, data showed on Thursday, underscoring the mounting strain that sweeping U.S. tariffs are placing on the country's fragile economy. ( read original story ...)
Most Japan firms want extra budget as Trump tariffs loom, Reuters poll shows
More than two-thirds of Japanese firms believe the government should compile an extra budget later this year to mitigate the impact of U.S. President Donald Trump's new tariffs and rising prices, a ... ( read original story ...)
New ‘Dreams Take Flight’ Stage Show Debuts at Tokyo DisneySea
The new “Dreams Take Flight” stage show premiered at Tokyo DisneySea on July 16, 2025. Tokyo Disney Resort announced the show last year. It features Mickey and his friends fixing up an airplane so ... ( read original story ...)
Trump Says US Will Stick to 25% Tariff on Japan, May Have Deal With India Soon
On July 7, Trump announced 25% tariffs on imports from Japan and South Korea, effective August 1. He also announced separate rates for a number of other countries. On Tuesday, he said letters would be ... ( read original story ...)
Sumo: Onosato stunned, Hoshoryu falls again as both yokozuna beaten
Onosato suffered his first defeat as a yokozuna while his fellow grand champion Hoshoryu fell to a third straight defeat as a day of ... ( read original story ...)
Now Pitching in Japan, Former Cy Young Winner is Doing Things No One Else Is, Good and Bad
Trevor Bauer has hit the 100-strikeout mark with the Yokohama Baystars, but he also has the highest ERA of any qualified starting pitcher. ( read original story ...)
Toiling Mets Reportedly Interested In Veteran Free Agent Reliever
The New York Mets entered the break a half game behind the Philadelphia Phillies, and with pitchers sidelined, have reportedly shown interest in David Robertson. ( read original story ...)
Baseball: BayStars add former MLB pitcher Fujinami
The DeNA BayStars on Wednesday announced the signing of former major league pitcher Shintaro Fujinami, who spent the last season-a ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka Tours Tokyo in ‘Off Day,’ New Travel Series Following Athletes Exploring the Cities They Love (EXCLUSIVE)
UltraBoom Media, LeBron James’ Uninterrupted and Naomi Osaka’s Hana Kuma team to launch 'Off Day,' a new travel show that merges food and sports. ( read original story ...)
Asuka III Named in Festivities in Yokohama
The new Asuka III was named at a commemorative ceremony earlier this month at the Japanese port of Yokohama, Asuka Cruises announced in a press release. The milestone was celebrated during a special ... ( read original story ...)
Japan populist party faces complaint over alleged false online post
A local chapter of the Japanese Communist Party said Wednesday it has filed a criminal complaint against the minor populist Sansei ... ( read original story ...)
Royal Family member embark on Japan trip for 2025 Expo Osaka
A special Royal Family member has embarked on a trip to Japan to attend 2025 Expo Osaka.On Wednesday, Prince Guillaume Jean Joseph Marie presided over his last economic mission to Osaka “before his ... ( read original story ...)
Prodigal Hokkaido son returns to campaign trail for last run in Upper House election
Muneo Suzuki's personality and past actions make him a divisive political figure, but he's teaming up with the Liberal Democratic Party for one final run. ( read original story ...)
Crowds, heat pose challenges as Osaka Expo reaches midway point
To ease daytime crowds, the association plans to encourage visitors to come later in the evening. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)