One month after closing Osaka Ramen, Denver restauranteur Jeff Osaka announced Friday he would end his last-standing restaurant in the city, Sushi-Rama. ( read original story ...)
Earth’s oceans weren’t always blue, scientists say
But while lifeless during that time, the planet was already covered by vast oceans dotted with hydrothermal vent systems that released large amounts of ferrous iron into the water. The earliest ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama’s Jeff Barna Promoted to President & CEO of Yokohama Corporation of North America
Yokohama organizational changes include leadership promotions and expanded roles to support North American operations. ( read original story ...)
US, Japan, Philippines stage navy drills in disputed South China Sea as a Chinese ship keeps watch
The United States, Japan and the Philippines on Friday staged joint naval drills to boost crisis readiness off a disputed South China Sea shoal as a Chinese military ship kept watch from a distance. ( read original story ...)
This crypto country has no taxes or bureaucracy— and it’s thriving
As the Free Republic of Liberland marks its 10th anniversary this April, founder and president Vít Jedlička reflects on its growth, technological advancements, and its ongoing mission to redefine ...
KKR and state-backed JIC to take Japan’s Topcon private for $2.3bn
TOKYO (Reuters) -- U.S.-based private equity firm KKR and Japanese state-backed fund Japan Investment Corp (JIC) will acquire medical gear maker Topcon in a tender offer buyout worth 348 billion yen ...
Japan warns of economic harm from Trump’s car import tariffs
I recognize that the impact that this will have on the economy will be very big, — said the country's Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba on Friday. Exports are a major driver of Japan's economic growth. — ...
Japan issues guidelines telling public what to do if Mount Fuji erupts
Japanese authorities have issued guidance on how the public should respond if the famous Mount Fuji volcano, near Tokyo, were to erupt. ( read original story ...)
Japanese consortium proposes floating data center in Yokohama
A consortium of Japanese companies and financial institutions is planning to develop an offshore floating data center demonstration project off the coast of Yokohama, Japan. The consortium includes ... ( read original story ...)
KKR and JIC take Japan’s Topcon private for $2.31 billion
TOKYO (Reuters) -U.S.-based private equity firm KKR and Japanese state-backed fund Japan Investment Corp (JIC) will acquire medical gear maker Topcon in a tender offer buyout worth 348 billion yen ($2 ... ( read original story ...)
The Town That Went Crazy for Crypto
In San Pedro, Argentina, 16,000 people, a fifth of the population, signed up for a cryptocurrency exchange where everyone won. Until they didn’t.
Democrats Fear Trump’s Crypto Entity Will Pose Regulatory Conflict
Senators wrote to financial watchdogs to ask how they plan to oversee the Trump family’s cryptocurrency activities.
Disney Japan Taps McDonald’s Veteran Tamotsu Hiiro as New Managing Director
The Walt Disney Company revealed Friday the appointment of Tamotsu Hiiro as its new managing director for Japan. Tamotsu, who brings more than 35 years of corporate leadership experience to the role, ... ( read original story ...)
Star Asia Expands Osaka Property Portfolio with Retail Acquisition
Star Asia Investment Corp. ( ($JP:3468) ) has shared an update. Star Asia Investment Corporation has announced the additional acquisition of a ... ( read original story ...)
Japan to limit cash withdrawals and bank transfers for elderly people
Japan is planning to limit the amount of money that older people can withdraw or transfer at cashpoints in an effort to halt a spike in fraud cases targeting the elderly.
MUFG Bank to raise starting salary by 18%
Next year is shaping up to be a great time to enter Japan's banking industry, with major firms offering big entry-level wage hikes. MUFG Bank is the latest financial giant to boost its salary for new ...