Despite a backdrop of economic contraction and modest upward pressure on yields, Japanese equities have shown resilience, with the Nikkei 225 and TOPIX indices posting gains. This environment ...
20 Fun And Free Things To Do In Kyoto and Osaka, Japan
Looking to explore the popular cities of Kyoto and Osaka without breaking the bank? Contrary to popular belief, you can soak in the rich culture and beauty of these Japanese cities without ... ( read original story ...)
5 Of The Best Casual Eateries For First-Timers In Tokyo
The following restaurants and bars are well-loved by tourists and regularly frequented by locals as well. They offer a great example of what the Tokyo culinary scene has to offer—without breaking the ... ( read original story ...)
Creepy Nuts Set to Globally Livestream Tokyo Concert: See the Schedule
Creepy Nuts is set to stream a show from its ongoing domestic tour, called ONE MAN TOUR 2024, for global audiences. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Strategic Interests in the Global South: Indo-Pacific Strategy
Since the end of the Cold War, dramatic changes in the security environment in the Indo-Pacific region have transformed Japan’s official development assistance (ODA) strategy, as evidenced by revisions to the ODA Development Cooperation Charter. ( read original story ...)
Sapporo-Stone Brewing Unveils Phase One of its $60 Million Expansion
Two years following the announcement of its acquisition by Sapporo U.S.A., San Diego-based Sapporo-Stone Brewing, unveils the near completion of phase one of its expansion project at its Escondido ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka’s Newest Nike Collection Bombarded with ‘Weird and Hideous’ Tags from Angry Tennis Fans
Naomi Osaka has dropped a clothing bomb ahead of the French Open, shaking up the fashion world. Following her return to the tennis scene, Osaka is poised to make a step with Nike. The Japanese tennis ... ( read original story ...)
Japan top currency diplomat calls for stepping up structural reforms
TOKYO -- Japan needs to take action to make its economy more internationally competitive, Masato Kanda, the country's chief currency diplomat, told Nikkei, urging reform to tackle structural issues seen as weighing on the yen. Japan's vice finance minister ... ( read original story ...)
Ethereum rises 18% and Sen. Elizabeth Warren sinks in latest D.C. crypto drama
Crypto boosters are in a fine mood after a series of wins in Washington D.C., where one of their biggest antagonists saw her influence decline.
Japan’s Chugoku Bank maintains strong liquidity despite weak loans
Higher interest rates will help improve profitability, Moody’s said. Japan’s Chugoku Bank is expected to maintain strong liquidity and moderate capitalisation through 2025, according to the latest ...
Japan’s Nikkei Boom Has An Economic Bust Problem
Suddenly, the 25% surge in the Nikkei 225 Stock Average these last 12 months leaves Japanese officials with some explaining to do. ( read original story ...)
Whaling ‘mothership’ sets sail on first hunt in Japan. Why controversial whale hunting is crucial for the country
Japan launched a new ‘mothership’ for its whaling fleet, despite criticism. With this nearly 9,300-tonne Kangei Maru, the Asian nation hopes to revive a shrinking industry, which some call a ‘part of ( read original story ...)
Bonsai burglars: Japan sees surge in tiny tree thefts, prompting ‘angry’ growers to boost security
Nurseries and the police suspect the thieves are stealing to order for unscrupulous collectors in China, Vietnam and elsewhere in Southeast Asia. ( read original story ...)
Bitcoin Reaches New Highs against Japanese, Argentine, Philippine Currencies
Bitcoin has set new records against the Japanese yen, Philippine peso, and Argentine peso after recovering back to $70,000.
The Crypto Industry Is Trying to Elect Political Allies. The Stakes Couldn’t Be Higher.
The industry has amassed a formidable war chest and is working to elect politicians it sees as allies and defeat those who are critical. A trio of super political-action committees has together raised ...
Crypto Astrologers See Price Moves in the Stars
They predict the ups and downs of Bitcoin based on planetary movements, and their super-secretive clientele listens.