It’s not that Japan, a notoriously work-obsessed nation where time is at a premium, hasn’t tried out the more direct approach to speed-dating, where the youngsters do it for themselves. It’s more that ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s ‘militarisation’ worsens the situation in the Asia-Pacific area, says former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev
Medvedev said Japan, with help from the United States, was expanding its military infrastructure and increasing its arms purchases ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo lacks places for stranded people just after quake
With transportation networks severely disrupted, experts ponder how to care for those who wouldn't be able to go home. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Akita Pref. records oldest average age of company presidents for 5th year in row
The average age of presidents of companies headquartered in northern Japan's Akita Prefecture has hit 62.4 years old -- the oldest among Japa ... ( read original story ...)
Only 23% of Tokyo companies have business continuity plans, survey shows
Efforts to create such plans did not spread widely among companies although many had their operations disrupted due to the March 2011 quake and tsunami. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s old abandoned houses, or akiya, draw foreign buyers looking for a bargain holiday home to let
Lying vacant in mainly rural areas, Japan’s 8 million or so akiya can often be snapped up for a fraction of the price of a new or lived-in property in a housing market that is already cheap compared ... ( read original story ...)
Crypto’s Future Under Biden Presidency, Dogecoin’s Potential Surge And More: This Week In Cryptocurrency
This week in the world of cryptocurrency was nothing short of eventful. From concerns about the future of crypto in the U.S. under President Joe Biden to the potential of Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) ...
Orient ties up with banks on service to help purchases of empty houses in Japan
Japanese consumer credit company Orient Corp. will tie up with more than a dozen regional banks nationwide in October to expand its n ...
Stablecoin Reshuffling Chips Away at Tether’s Crypto Market Dominance
Tether, the digital token that underpins much of cryptocurrency world’s ecosystem, saw its market capitalization decline for the first time in nine months amid a growing reshuffling of the stablecoin ...
Japan prison with serious inmate abuse record tests addressing inmates politely
A central Japan prison grappling with assault and verbal abuse of inmates by prison staff began a trial run in August of using the honorific suffix "-san" when addressing prisoners.The move ... ( read original story ...)
In Japan, your parents do the speed-dating for you
It’s not that Japan, a notoriously work-obsessed nation where time is at a premium, hasn’t tried out the more direct approach to speed-dating, where the youngsters do it for themselves. It’s more that ... ( read original story ...)
Fukushima: China’s anger at Japan is fuelled by disinformation
China's anger over the Fukushima water release has persisted despite approval by the UN's nuclear watchdog. In July, International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) approved Japan's plan - announced two ... ( read original story ...)
Top Trending Crypto Coins on DEXTools – Pond Coin, DEXTools, Rollbit Coin
Get detailed on some contenders for the top trending crypto coins to buy right now, potentially worth adding to your watchlist over the coming days.
Nintendo’s Splatoon tie-in makes splash at Yokohama aquarium
TOKYO -- The Yokohama Hakkeijima Sea Paradise aquarium in its namesake Japanese city is making waves with a summer event based on the popular third-person shooter Splatoon 3. By collaborating with ... ( read original story ...)
Japan workers strike over sale of department store to US investment group
a subsidiary of the Japanese retail giant Seven & i, to the US-based Fortress Investment Group. Workers’ concerns primarily revolve around the possibility of job cuts and the need for assurances ... ( read original story ...)
Altcoin Apocalypse: Crypto Expert Warns Of $60B Market Crash That Could Affect Dogecoin, Shiba Inu, Toncoin And Others
Ahead of the much-anticipated Benzinga's Future of Digital Assets conference, renowned crypto analyst Nicholas Merten has shared his insights on the altcoin market's trajectory, suggesting a possible ...