A statue of 16th century warlord Toyotomi Hideyoshi installed at a shopping district in Nagoya was found with its head ... ( read original story ...)
One month left to see twin giant pandas at Tokyo’s Ueno Zoo
Panda fans are flocking to Tokyo's Ueno Zoological Gardens to see twin giant pandas. There is only about one month remaining before the animals are returned to China. ( read original story ...)
Major Japan firms’ winter-bonus average tops ¥1 million
The average rose 8.57% from a year before, up for the fourth consecutive year, according to a survey conducted by the Japan Business Federation, or Keidanren. ( read original story ...)
Krispy Kreme to sell Japan business to Unison Capital
The sale is expected to be completed during the January-March quarter of 2026. Krispy Kreme will use the proceeds to repay debt. ( read original story ...)
Japan business mood hits 4-year high
TOKYO >> Big Japanese manufacturers’ business sentiment hit a four-year high in the three months to December, a closely watched survey showed on Monday, reinforcing market expectations the central ... ( read original story ...)
Skip Tokyo crowds and slow travel through this Japanese hidden gem
As overtourism strains Japan’s major cities, Gifu Prefecture offers travelers a slower, more intimate way to experience the country’s culture. ( read original story ...)
Crypto for Christmas? Gen Z-ers Are Cautiously Open to the Idea.
Despite recent volatility in the crypto market, younger generations are still open to receiving digital currencies as gifts.
Japan expects growth to accelerate next year with fiscal stimulus
Japan's government revised up its economic forecast for the fiscal year to next March and projected that growth would accelerate in the following year, on the view that its massive stimulus package ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Awaits Two-Year Bond Auction Amid Growing Rate Hike Fears
Investors are on tenterhooks ahead of Japan’s two-year government bond auction on Thursday, amid speculation that the Bank of Japan may need to raise interest rates more aggressively to rein in ... ( read original story ...)
Crypto exchange Kraken plans to offer prediction markets in 2026: CNBC Crypto World
On today's episode of CNBC Crypto World, Kraken's global head of consumer, Mark Greenberg, discusses the crypto exchange's recent announcement to acquire Backed Finance, the company driving the ...
Telegram Founder’s Biography Reveals The Risk Behind Its Crypto Power
A new biography of Pavel Durov sheds light on Telegram’s rise in crypto, and the risks of platforms built around singular control.
‘The god particle’: Southern Utah scientist publishes molecular hydrogen study with Japanese colleagues
A scientist based in Southern Utah has collaborated with Nagoya University in Japan to publish a study that could explain the potential benefits of molecular hydrogen therapy. ( read original story ...)
Japan to tighten regulations on mega-solar projects to protect nature, landscape
The Japanese government will tighten regulations and end financial support for large-scale solar power projects to protect the natural environment, ensure safety and preserve landscapes, government ... ( read original story ...)
Dragonfly’s Rob Hadick on 2026 crypto outlook, bitcoin price trends and future of prediction markets
Rob Hadick, Dragonfly general partner, joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss the state of crypto, bitcoin price trends, 2026 outlook, future of prediction markets, and more.
Hackers stole over $2.7B in crypto in 2025, data shows
2025 was another banner year for crypto hacks and heists, the third year in a row that a new crypto theft record was set.
Yokohama showcases circular city model at Asia Smart City Conference
Yokohama city’s circular city model has various activities---treatment of garbage, waste recycling, disassemble rebuilding architecture, reuse of unused clothing, reduction of food loss, sustainable ... ( read original story ...)