TIME AND AGAIN since Japan emerged as a global economic force, its financial leaders have hatched plans to translate their influence into investment-banking clout. Time and again, they’ve failed. The ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Display sees clock tick as would-be rescuer gets cold feet
TOKYO -- Japan Display, once heralded as the savior ... several sources with knowledge of the negotiations told Nikkei on Thursday. In response to an inquiry by Nikkei, a Harvest representative ... ( read original story ...)
Olympics: Tokyo 2020 organizers welcome IOC boxing decision
TOKYO (Reuters) - Tokyo 2020 organizers welcomed on Thursday the International Olympic Committee’s recommendation to include boxing at next year’s Games. The IOC executive board recommended on ... ( read original story ...)
‘Unprepared’ Tokyo 2020 boxing boss vows to put athletes first
The 60-year-old, currently head of the International Gymnastics Federation, told reporters at a news conference in Tokyo that the call had come out of the blue. "It was two days ago at night. ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama India opens new outlet in Karnataka
YCN is a specialized network based on Yokohama’s global philosophy to develop point of sales to provide world class tyre buying experience. New Delhi: Yokohama India, a fully owned subsidiary of ... ( read original story ...)
Former Nissan chairman Ghosn appears in Tokyo court
TOKYO -- Former Nissan Chairman Carlos Ghosn appeared in a Japanese courtroom Thursday for a hearing ahead of his trial on accusations of financial misconduct. The session was the first in a series of ... ( read original story ...)
Chinese Actress Zhang Ziyi to Head Tokyo Film Fest Jury
Chinese actress Zhang Ziyi will be president of the main competition jury at this year's Tokyo International Film Festival, the fest announced Wednesday in Cannes. TIFF director Takeo Hisamatsu called ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo: Woman nabbed over swindle of elderly man
TOKYO (TR) – Tokyo Metropolitan Police have arrested a 30-year-old woman over the alleged defrauding of an elderly man in Machida City, reports TBS News (May 22). In April, the victim, aged in his 80s ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka Scores Another Brand Deal, Adding Mastercard to Nike
Read more here about Osaka’s leap to stardom and big endorsements Mastercard will gain valuable real estate on Osaka’s outfit, joining patches on her shirt from instant noodles maker Nissin Foods ... ( read original story ...)
Nikkei drops as U.S.-China trade tensions hit tech shares
TOKYO, May 23 (Reuters) - Japan’s Nikkei dropped on Thursday after renewed U.S.-China trade tensions dragged down technology shares, while index-heavyweight SoftBank Group fell more than 5 percent. ... ( read original story ...)
Drug smugglers increasingly using waters around Nagoya
NAGOYA--Crime gangs are increasingly using waters near Nagoya Port to smuggle in illegal drugs from Taiwan, taking advantage of the close proximity and the relatively low number of customs officials. ... ( read original story ...)
South Korea to ‘carefully review’ Japan’s call for arbitration on wartime labor
JR West carried out the drills Monday in c... Japan adds 16 properties, including a gold mine and Kansai-area temples, to its national heritage... The Cultural Affairs Agency on Monday announced 16 ... ( read original story ...)
Nikkei drops as U.S.-China trade tensions flare; Sprint sale doubt hits Softbank
TOKYO, May 23 (Reuters) - Japan’s Nikkei dropped on Thursday morning after renewed U.S.-China trade tensions dragged down technology shares, while index-heavyweight SoftBank Group fell more than 5 ... ( read original story ...)
Trade will not be the focus of US Pres. Trump’s upcoming trip to Japan – Nikkei
The US Federal Reserve document failed to impress, with the market ignoring the release, overshadowed by the Brexit drama and the more updated statement from Chief Powell last Monday. Despite growing ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama North Dock Running Festival promotes ‘camaraderie, unity’
CAMP ZAMA, Japan (May 23, 2019) – A cool sea breeze and the scenic Yokohama Port served as the backdrop for the Yokohama North Dock Running Festival, which drew more than 1,600 runners to the ... ( read original story ...)
Japan May flash PMI snaps back into contraction as Sino-U.S. trade war escalates
TOKYO (Reuters) - Japanese manufacturing activity swung back into contraction in May as export orders fell at the fastest pace in four months, highlighting why policy makers and investors remain ... ( read original story ...)