CNBC's Lin Lin talks to Squawk Box Asia's anchor Martin Soong about rising property prices in Japan's mega cities, as foreign buyers swoop in, fueling anti-immigration sentiment. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks fall in early trading on weak chip shares
Tokyo stocks were lower early Thursday as some semiconductor-related shares tracked overnight falls by their U.S. counterparts, but l ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Takeda weighs India for global trials to speed up drug launches
By Rishika Sadam and Bhanvi Satija (Reuters) -Japanese drugmaker Takeda Pharmaceutical is exploring the option of conducting global clinical trials in India to accelerate the launch of its innovative ... ( read original story ...)
Hokkaido hunters’ association tells branches they can refuse to shoot bears in urban areas
SAPPORO -- With Japan set to introduce a revised law on the "emergency shooting" of bears and wild boars in urban areas on Sept. 1, the Hokkaido Ryouyuukai hunters' association has notified all its 71 ... ( read original story ...)
Japan, Sweden say they’re ready to contribute to security guarantees for Ukraine
European leaders have accelerated negotiations on security guarantees for Ukraine in recent weeks, responding to President Volodymyr Zelensky's request for binding assurances that Russia will not attack again if a ceasefire is reached. ( read original story ...)
Japan sees record 3.43 million July foreign visitors
Japan' s tourism recorded 3.43 million visitors in July, up by 4.4 percent, a record high for the month, the Japan National Tourism Organization said Wednesday. ( read original story ...)
Japan police arrest 29 people deported by Cambodia over phone scams
Japanese police arrested 29 people Wednesday on board a chartered flight from Phnom Penh for allegedly operating phone scams from Ca ... ( read original story ...)
Two firefighters killed in Osaka inferno: A warning of deepening social crisis in Japan
Despite Japan’s reputation for superior safety standards, the Osaka fire reveals growing cracks, exposing a trajectory of deregulation and neglect. ( read original story ...)
Calvin Klein Unveils New Global Flagship in Tokyo
Calvin Klein Inc., a subsidiary of PVH Corp., will open a new, sprawling Calvin Klein global flagship in Tokyo on Aug. 29. ( read original story ...)
Japan proposes ‘economic zone’ linking Indian Ocean to Africa, seeks greater role in the region
YOKOHAMA, Japan -- YOKOHAMA, Japan (AP) — Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba on Wednesday proposed an economic zone connecting the Indian Ocean to Africa as the country seeks to play a greater role ... ( read original story ...)
Kenya expects faster growth in 2025, signs yen-denominated loan with Japan
Kenya's economic growth this year is expected to exceed official forecasts despite higher US tariffs and other challenges, President William Ruto said at a conference on Wednesday, where ... ( read original story ...)
Japan seeks bigger role in Africa at Yokohama summit
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, second right at bottom, arrives at a photo session for the Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD IX) in Yokohama ... ( read original story ...)
Winter in Sapporo: 10 Must-Do Experiences
Travel with Gilbert and Lilian 🌍✈️ as they explore the world for great sights 🏞️, good food 🍜, and delightful experiences 💫. #TravelWithUs #FoodieAdventures #Wanderlust #CoupleTravel #ExploreTheWo ... ( read original story ...)
Ruto gets standing ovation in Yokohama with call for global cooperation
President William Ruto was on Wednesday accorded a standing ovation after delivering a powerful speech to the Yokohama City Council Assembly. In his address, Ruto underscored the importance of global ... ( read original story ...)
Unique 57sqm ⁄ 613sqft Tokyo Family Home – Art Meets Architecture
Set in Tokyo’s Suginami-ku neighbourhood, home to many manga artists, Open Sky House is home to artists and architect Zajirogh, his wife, and their three children. Having always dreamed of living in a ... ( read original story ...)
Fireball streaks through skies over Japan
A fireball was caught on multiple cameras lighting up the night skies in southern Japan on Tuesday evening. Path of potential cyclone behind Hurricane Erin suddenly shifts ... ( read original story ...)