Japan’s imports rebounded in April as the weak yen boosted their value, pushing the nation’s trade balance into deficit and highlighting the increasing economic burden stemming from the currency’s ... ( read original story ...)
Catch up on the day’s stories: Caitlin Clark’s historic deal, overtourism in Japan, Stonehenge link
1️⃣ Historic deal: Caitlin Clark has a new achievement that hasn’t been accomplished since Michael Jordan. The WNBA star signed a multiyear deal with the league’s official basketball supplier, making her the first female athlete to have her own collection with Wilson. ( read original story ...)
20 Fun And Free Things To Do In Kyoto and Osaka, Japan
Looking to explore the popular cities of Kyoto and Osaka without breaking the bank? Contrary to popular belief, you can soak in the rich culture and beauty of these Japanese cities without ... ( read original story ...)
5 Of The Best Casual Eateries For First-Timers In Tokyo
The following restaurants and bars are well-loved by tourists and regularly frequented by locals as well. They offer a great example of what the Tokyo culinary scene has to offer—without breaking the ... ( read original story ...)
Creepy Nuts Set to Globally Livestream Tokyo Concert: See the Schedule
Creepy Nuts is set to stream a show from its ongoing domestic tour, called ONE MAN TOUR 2024, for global audiences. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Strategic Interests in the Global South: Indo-Pacific Strategy
Since the end of the Cold War, dramatic changes in the security environment in the Indo-Pacific region have transformed Japan’s official development assistance (ODA) strategy, as evidenced by revisions to the ODA Development Cooperation Charter. ( read original story ...)
Sapporo-Stone Brewing Unveils Phase One of its $60 Million Expansion
Two years following the announcement of its acquisition by Sapporo U.S.A., San Diego-based Sapporo-Stone Brewing, unveils the near completion of phase one of its expansion project at its Escondido ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka’s Newest Nike Collection Bombarded with ‘Weird and Hideous’ Tags from Angry Tennis Fans
Naomi Osaka has dropped a clothing bomb ahead of the French Open, shaking up the fashion world. Following her return to the tennis scene, Osaka is poised to make a step with Nike. The Japanese tennis ... ( read original story ...)
Japan top currency diplomat calls for stepping up structural reforms
TOKYO -- Japan needs to take action to make its economy more internationally competitive, Masato Kanda, the country's chief currency diplomat, told Nikkei, urging reform to tackle structural issues seen as weighing on the yen. Japan's vice finance minister ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nikkei Boom Has An Economic Bust Problem
Suddenly, the 25% surge in the Nikkei 225 Stock Average these last 12 months leaves Japanese officials with some explaining to do. ( read original story ...)
Whaling ‘mothership’ sets sail on first hunt in Japan. Why controversial whale hunting is crucial for the country
Japan launched a new ‘mothership’ for its whaling fleet, despite criticism. With this nearly 9,300-tonne Kangei Maru, the Asian nation hopes to revive a shrinking industry, which some call a ‘part of ( read original story ...)
New Mitsui Ocean Fuji to make its debut in Yokohama
Japanese cruise brand Mitsui Ocean Cruises has unveiled the first month of cruise itineraries for its new ship, Mitsui Ocean Fuji. The 32,000gt ship will make its debut on 1 December 2024 when it ... ( read original story ...)
Kai Sotto, Yokohama part ways as loan from Hiroshima expires
‘Thank you Yokohama B-Corsairs for giving me a chance to show what I can do to this game that I love the most,’ says Kai Sotto as his remarkable stint with the Japan B. League club comes to an end ... ( read original story ...)
Kai Sotto part ways with B.League team Yokohama
Kai Sotto’s run in the Japan B.League has come to an end. For now, at least. The Yokohama B-Corsairs have announced that the deal between them and Kai Sotto has expired and no new contract has been ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka police arrest 12 on suspicion of money laundering with accounts holding $384 mil.
Osaka Prefectural Police on May 21 arrested 12 people suspected of involvement in money laundering after they allegedly set up some 4,000 acc ... ( read original story ...)
Beloved public bathhouse near Tokyo to end 57-yr history due to customer harassment
A public bathhouse near Tokyo beloved by local residents for over half a century has announced that it will shut down later this month, citin・・・ ... ( read original story ...)