Time seems to stop at Eiko Araki's studio in Japan. Women sit around her in a small circle, painstakingly stitching intricate patterns on balls the size of an orange. ( read original story ...)
7-Eleven owner’s ‘core’ security tag in Japan will not lift buyout hurdles, minister says
The new classification of 7-Eleven's parent company as "core" to Japanese national security will not raise hurdles to a potential buyout, Japan's finance minister said on Tuesday, comments that ... ( read original story ...)
Most Asian markets up ahead of Fed but Tokyo hit by strong yen
Most Asian markets rose Tuesday but Tokyo sank more than one percent as exporters were hit by a stronger yen with traders gearing up for a bumper US interest rate cut and a key Japanese central bank ... ( read original story ...)
Businesses in Japan tap alumni amid talent shortage
Companies in Japan are increasingly reaching out to their former employees to cope with labor shortages and explore new business prospects. ( read original story ...)
US and Japan near deal to curb chip technology exports to China, FT reports
The United States and Japan are close to a deal to curb tech exports to China's chip industry despite alarm in Tokyo about Beijing's threat to retaliate against Japanese companies, the Financial Times ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong preparing policy statement for artificial intelligence in finance
The guidelines are intended to signal support for the technology, while local regulators try to address its use amid the U.S.-Chinese technology conflict.
Japan finance minister says Seven & i’s new ‘core’ tag doesn’t raise bar for buyout
Finance Minister Shunichi Suzuki said on Tuesday that Japanese retail giant Seven & i Holdings' new status as a company "core" to national security would not raise additional hurdles to a potential ... ( read original story ...)
Japan will continue to assess economic impact of stronger yen, finance minister says
Japan Finance Minister Shunichi Suzuki said on Tuesday the government will continue to analyse the impact of the strengthening yen on the economy and respond appropriately."Our stance has been that ... ( read original story ...)
Japan to analyse impact of stronger yen, finance minister says
Japan Finance Minister Shunichi Suzuki said on Tuesday the government will continue to analyse the impact of recent currency moves on the Japanese economy and respond appropriately."Rapid moves on the ... ( read original story ...)
Travel News: Royal Mansour Casablanca Dazzles, Four Seasons Hotel Osaka Unveils a New Wellness Concept, and More
From a new Casablanca-based hotel to a boutique property by director Luca Guadagnino, check out our curation of exciting luxury travel news. ( read original story ...)
MGM Resorts Cements $8.9 Billion Commitment to Osaka Casino Development, Eliminates Exit Clause
MGM Resorts solidifies its $8.9B Osaka project, removing exit clause to accelerate construction for Japan's first casino resort, slated to open mid-2030. ( read original story ...)
Trading debut of Malaysia’s largest IPO mints new billionaire
First, Japan’s Nikkei falls for sixth day ahead of US inflation data, Fed decision. Plus, 99 Speed Mart jumps 14% in market debut following Malaysia’s largest IPO in 7 years. And, TSMC’s August ...
The Bank of Japan’s next rate hike may come in December, not this week: CNBC survey
Economists, FX strategists and Japan-focused fund managers are split over the timing of the Bank of Japan's next interest rate hike, according to a new CNBC International survey. BOJ Governor Kazuo ...
Homes for all: The story of Japan landlord accused of yakuza ties, and why she rents to everyone
In August, a 77-year-old woman sat in court, accused of abetting the escape of a drug crime suspect with ties to a yakuza group. The woman is･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s next prime minister: Old guard, young blood or first woman?
TOKYO -- As sure as night follows day, Japan's next prime minister is expected to be whoever wins the current race to claim the leadership of the broad conservative party that has steered the country ...
Japan chip industry suppliers hunt for clients in Taiwan
FUKUOKA, Japan -- Nearly three years after Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. announced that it would build a plant in Kyushu, suppliers based on the Japanese island are ramping up efforts to ...