As Billboard Japan unveiled its 2024 year-end charts, the hip-hop duo Creepy Nuts — rapper R-Shitei (also known as R-rated) and DJ Matsunaga — land the No. 1 song of the year ( read original story ...)
Japanese Nu-Metal Band HANABIE. Reflect on Lollapalooza & How International Festivals Led to Their ‘Bucchigiri Tokyo’ EP
HANABIE. is an all-woman nu-metal band of vocalist Yukina, guitarist and vocalist Matsuri, bassist and backup vocalist Hettsu, and drummer Chika. ( read original story ...)
A Visitor’s Guide to Nagoya, Japan
Spread the loveIntroduction Nagoya, a vibrant city in central Japan, is known for its rich history, modern attractions, and industrial heritage. As a major economic hub, Nagoya offers a unique blend ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo to make 4 day work week legal; how can it help keep mental, physical health in check
The four-day workweek is gaining traction worldwide as countries and corporations explore ways to balance productivity with employee well-being ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s SoftBank plans to invest $100 billion in US projects over the next four years.
President-elect Donald Trump joined SoftBank Group CEO Masayoshi Son to announce plans by the Japanese company to invest $100 billion in U.S. projects over the next four years. Trump announced the ... ( read original story ...)
Trump and Japan tech conglomerate SoftBank announce $100 billion in U.S. investments
President-elect Donald Trump and the head of Japanese tech conglomerate SoftBank, Masayoshi Son, will announce a $100 billion investment effort designed to spur artificial intelligence and related ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s SoftBank Pledges $100 Billion—And 100,000 Jobs— To US For Trump’s Second Term
He’s a great negotiator,” SoftBank’s billionaire CEO Masayoshi Son joked about Trump after the American asked Son to double his commitment to $200 billion. ( read original story ...)
BTFD Coin, Brett, and Osaka Protocol Are the Top Meme Coins to Buy Today [Here’s What Makes Them Appealing]
Want to invest in the top meme coins to buy today? These top contenders are simply primed for growth with their features, community vibes, and more. ( read original story ...)
Santisima, Llover win in Osaka
FORMER world title challenger Jeo Santisima ended his drought in Japan with a victory on Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024. Santisima demolished Japanese boxer Hiro Ichimic ... ( read original story ...)
Man given life term for fatal robbery in Tokyo tied to ‘Luffy’ group
A Japanese court on Monday sentenced a man to life in prison for his role in a robbery that led to the death of a 90-year-old woman i ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s largest bank apologizes over theft of millions of dollars from safe deposit boxes
Japan’s biggest bank apologized Monday for the alleged theft by an employee of more than 1 billion yen ($6.6 million) from customers’ safe deposit boxes. The bank, formally known as Mitsubishi UFJ ... ( read original story ...)
Japan bank confirms former employee’s theft of over 1 billion yen from customers’ deposit boxes
According to the President of Mitsubishi UFJ Bank Junichi Hanzawa, the valuables were stolen from customer safety deposit boxes over the last four years by a management-level official who was in ... ( read original story ...)
Explore the hidden gem of Niseko and Sapporo in the lap of luxury with Japan ticket PRESTIGE
Enter Japan ticket PRESTIGE – the curators of one-of-a-kind, luxury customisable travel experiences in the Land of the Rising Sun. ( read original story ...)
Yokohama Tire renews partnership with Surfrider North OC
Santa Ana, CA – For the second consecutive year, Yokohama Tire is partnering with the Surfrider Foundation’s North OC Chapter of the nationally recognized nonprofit Surfrider Foundation USA on various ... ( read original story ...)
Virus responsible for respiratory illness is increasingly common in Tokyo area
Saitama prefecture recorded the highest rate of infection with 569 cases and 3.49 cases per facility, followed by Tokyo with 796 cases and 3.02 cases per facility and Kanagawa prefecture with 499 cases and 2.17 per facility, according to the report. ( read original story ...)
Bank of Japan expected to keep rates on hold this week — CNBC survey
The central bank is expected to keep interest rates on hold this week, awaiting clarity on domestic trends and U.S. policy under Trump, a CNBC survey finds. ( read original story ...)