Tokyo's fast internet, efficient public transport and perceived safety are part of why it has been labelled the world’s best city for travellers who want to break up a holiday by doing some work. The ... ( read original story ...)
Japan PM proposes economic zone initiative for Africa amid China’s clout
TICAD is a Japan-hosted international aid conference that dates back to 1993 and was last held in Tunisia in 2022. China has also been holding a forum on African cooperation since 2000 and has been ... ( read original story ...)
African development conference opens in Japan
A Japan-led global conference on African development has opened in Yokohama, near Tokyo. Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru, African leaders and other representatives are attending the three-day ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks slide as chip shares sold, gains locked in
Tokyo stocks fell sharply Wednesday, dragged down by semiconductor-related issues on caution over the U.S. government's increased inv ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo police station chief handed stern reprimand over sexist ‘bridal training’ remarks
The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) has handed the then Machida Police Station chief the most severe reprimand over sexist comments refe ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s exports log biggest drop in 4 years as US tariff impacts intensify
Japan's exports posted the biggest monthly drop in about four years in July, government data showed on Wednesday, as the impact of U.S. tariffs intensified, raising concerns about the outlook for the ... ( read original story ...)
Driver’s dash cam captures bright meteorite streaking across the night sky over Japan
A meteorite was seen lighting up the night sky over western Japan on Tuesday night. Dashcam footage filmed in Kagoshima showed the ball of light around 11 p.m. local time (1400GMT). ( read original story ...)
Lutnick: Japan’s $550 billion will be directed by Trump
The U.S. commerce secretary said the funds promised by Tokyo in the course of tariff talks will be deployed to benefit the United States. ( read original story ...)
Japan tourism arrivals hit July record despite weather disruption, quake fears
Japan's tourism boom continued in July, with record arrivals for the month despite a steep drop in visitors from Hong Kong due to typhoon-related flight disruption and jitters about possible ... ( read original story ...)
‘Bear attack’ victim in Japan was actually killed by son, police say
Authorities withdrew their bear attack alert after finding that the 93-year-old victim’s wounds were inconsistent with an animal mauling. ( read original story ...)
“My GOAT”- Naomi Osaka sends touching message to Gael Monfils after their US Open mixed doubles loss, Frenchman’s wife Elina Svitolina also reacts
Naomi Osaka expressed her heartfelt thanks to Gael Monfils, who partnered with the former World No. 1 at the newly revamped mixed doubles event at the 2025 US Open. ( read original story ...)
Getting Ready With Naomi Osaka For Her Documentary Premiere
Naomi Osaka gets ready for the premiere of her documentary 'The Second Set,' which will reflect on motherhood and her tennis career. ( read original story ...)
Osaka/Monfils vs McNally/Musetti Live Streaming: When, Where To Watch US Open Mixed Doubles Rd Of 16
Naomi Osaka/Gael Monfils vs Caty McNally/Lorenzo Musetti Live Streaming: Check out when and where you can watch the US Open 2025 Mixed Doubles Round Of 16 match between these two top pairs in season's ... ( read original story ...)
PICTURES: Naomi Osaka turns up the style in chic ‘business casual’ look as she steps out in New York amid US Open
Naomi Osaka made a strong fashion statement on Tuesday, August 19, just before the US Open. The four-time Grand Slam champion turned heads with her outfit. ( read original story ...)
Japan PM to propose economic zone initiative for Africa amid China’s clout
TICAD is a Japan-hosted international aid conference that dates back to 1993 and was last held in Tunisia in 2022. China has also been holding a forum on African cooperation since 2000 and has been ... ( read original story ...)
Vietnamese man assaulted and robbed near Nippori Station in Tokyo
A Vietnamese man in his 40s was attacked and had a bag containing about one million yen (US$6,780) stolen by two men believed to be foreigners near Nippori Station in Tokyo. ( read original story ...)