The same bridge was also hit by a wayward cargo vessel in 1980. On Aug. 29 of that year, a container ship named the Blue Nagoya drifted into a pier that supported the structure, the Francis Scott Key ... ( read original story ...)
Kai Sotto limited as Yokohama loses to Nagoya in B.League
MANILA, Philippines — After scoring in double figures for eight straight games, Kai Sotto was limited to just seven points in Yokohama B-Corsairs’ 80-64 loss to Fighting Eagles Nagoya in the 2023-24 B ... ( read original story ...)
Honesty in Japan: Tokyo marks record US$29.1 million in lost cash found, 20% surge in belongings returned
The honest people of Tokyo handed in a record 4.4 billion yen (US$29.1 million) in cash that had been lost around the city in 2023, usually on public transport or in dropped wallets or purses. That ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks drop on ex-dividend day
Tokyo shares ended lower on Thursday after investors locked in dividend rights during the previous session. The benchmark Nikkei 225 index dropped 1.46 percent, or 594.66 points, to close at 40,168.07 ... ( read original story ...)
Japan repeats verbal warning to yen bears, BOJ keeps dovish tone
Japan continued its jawboning on Thursday to stave off further yen declines, with the government's top spokesperson renewing a warning that Tokyo would not rule out any options to counter excessive ... ( read original story ...)
Towering sculpture helped build “powerful” relationship between Tasmania and Japan
It was one of many ambitious projects, led by Japan relationship manager for Tourism Tasmania Ken Takenaga, which pushed tourism beyond mainland Australia. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo: Shares sink 1.1% on ex-dividend day
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Tokyo stocks lower on ex-dividend selling, profit-taking after highs
Tokyo stocks fell Thursday morning, with investors offloading shares after locking in dividend rights before the end of the current f ... ( read original story ...)
Japan won’t rule out any options on currency moves, says government spokesman
Japan's top government spokesman said on Thursday the administration would not rule out any options to counter against excessive currency moves. The government is watching currency moves with a high ... ( read original story ...)
Why good news for Japan may be bad news for hedge funds
When the Tokyo stock market closed on Wednesday afternoon, the sun was shining, a weekend of cherry blossoms lay in prospect and the once leaden-footed Topix index — the broad benchmark of corporate ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo drift-off
Hotel Toranomon Hills, part of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt and the first in Asia, debuted on Dec 6, 2023, setting a new benchmark for luxury and sophistication. Located at the heart of Tokyo ... ( read original story ...)
Supercomputer predicts Team GB will surpass Tokyo 2020 medal haul as virtual top 10 Olympics table is revealed
THE PARIS Olympics are just five months away as Team GB prepare to win medals with a host of new and experienced stars. Great Britain have enjoyed some hugely successful Games since the turn of ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Ueno zoo ‘monkey mountain’ to be rebuilt into forest-like enclosure
Tokyo's main zoo plans to rebuild the enclosure for Japanese monkeys to help them feel more comfortable during the scorching summer season. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s yen tumbles to 34-year low against dollar in trading
The Japanese yen tumbled to its lowest mark against the U.S. dollar since 1990 on Wednesday, temporarily sliding to the 151.97-per-dollar level as investors continued to sell the country's currency. ( read original story ...)
Shares edge up; Japan authorities confer on weak yen
Global shares rose on Wednesday, nudged higher by a rally in Japanese stocks as the yen sagged to its weakest since 1990, while the dollar held mostly steady in a holiday-shortened week that ends with ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s yen hits 34-year low, sparking intervention warnings
The yen dropped to its lowest level since 1990 on Wednesday before rebounding slightly after Japan's top monetary officials met to discuss the rapidly weakening currency and suggested they were ready ... ( read original story ...)