Tag: tokyo

Investigators believe the suspects conspired to extort the victim by threatening to report him to the police for alleged sexual misconduct. ( read original story ...)

Japan's labour shortage is forcing its conservative lawmakers to consider overhauling decades-old social welfare rules originally designed to encourage married women to spend more hours looking after ... ( read original story ...)

Bain Capital, KKR & Co. and Lone Star are among investment firms that have advanced to the second round of bidding for the real estate unit of Sapporo Holdings Ltd., according to people familiar with ... ( read original story ...)

The Yosakoi Soran Festival, held in early summer in the city of Sapporo, Hokkaido, began on June 4. The festival features dances performed with ... ( read original story ...)

My first trip to Sapporo last month made me fall in love with Japan even more. It's not only the delicious food and nice people that impressed me but also the unique beauty that makes me want to go ... ( read original story ...)

Japan has become a very popular travel destination. But if you are looking to beat the crowds, check out this hidden city that is full of castles and blossoms. ( read original story ...)

Chinese fighter jets flew unusually close to Japanese military patrol planes over the weekend, Tokyo said, after two Chinese aircraft carriers were spotted operating simultaneously in the Pacific for ... ( read original story ...)

It's been a surreal week for those who live and work in the Civic Center area, as peaceful protests, clashes with police and vandalism have erupted since Friday night. ( read original story ...)