TOKYO (Reuters) - Japanese companies believe that neither U.S. President Donald Trump nor Japan Prime Minister Shinzo Abe want to see the yen weaken significantly, a Reuters poll showed, a development they worry could spark an unwelcome political backlash. ( read original story ...)
Japan's PM says will keep seeking Trump's understanding on TPP
TOKYO Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said on Monday he believed U.S. President Donald Trump understood the value of free trade and that he would keep pitching a multinational trade pact that Trump's administration has vowed to exit. "I believe ... ( read original story ...)
Trump withdraws U.S. from TPP, raps Japan, China over trade
Separately, the new Republican president accused Japan and China of engaging in trade practices that ... To have fuller access to the Kyodo News website, it is necessary to subscribe. We offer a broad range of subscription options depending on your needs. ( read original story ...)
Panel's report to support letting Japan's emperor abdicate
TOKYO -- A government panel studying a possible abdication of Japanese Emperor Akihito is to release a report Monday that supports enacting special legislation that would apply to him but not to future monarchs. The panel is looking at how to accommodate ... ( read original story ...)
Panel to issue report supporting Emperor abdication plan
TOKYO - A Japanese government panel studying a possible abdication of Emperor Akihito is set to release Monday an interim report that supports enacting special legislation that is applicable only to him. The six-member panel is looking at how to ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Xanadu Releases On PS Vita This Summer, Tokyo Xanadu eX+ Coming To PS4 And PC This Fall
Aksys Games announced Tokyo Xanadu will release for PS Vita both physically and digitally this summer in North America and Europe. An enhanced version of the base game, called Tokyo Xanadu EX+, releases this fall on PS4 and PC. Tokyo Xanadu, just like its ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks drop on strong yen after Trump's protectionist speech
Tokyo stocks fell sharply Monday morning with export-related ... To have fuller access to the Kyodo News website, it is necessary to subscribe. We offer a broad range of subscription options depending on your needs. Learn more. ( read original story ...)