A Chinese survey ship has reportedly entered Japanese waters in the East China Sea over three days in the past week. ( read original story ...)
What to Know About Japan’s Leadership Election
Japan’s beleaguered governing party will convene for a crucial election that could pave the way for the first female prime minister or the youngest leader in 140 years. ( read original story ...)
Nomura-Owned Laser Digital Plans Crypto License Application in Japan: Bloomberg
Laser Digital, part of the Nomura Group, is planning to expand its crypto offering in Japan, Bloomberg reported on Friday. Laser is preparing to apply for a crypto trading license to offer services to ...
Nomura’s Laser Digital Prepares Japan Crypto License Push as Trading Volumes Surge
Nomura’s Laser Digital seeks Japan crypto trading license as volumes hit ¥33.7 trillion, eyeing institutional clients and broker services.
Bank of Japan Still on Path to More Rate Hikes, Governor Says
The Bank of Japan remains committed to further interest-rate hikes, Gov. Kazuo Ueda said, amid growing speculation over the timing of the central bank’s next move.
Asahi Cyberattack Stokes Fear Japan Could Run Dry of Its Favorite Beer
Four days after Asahi Group was targeted by a cyberattack, output at many of the brewer’s plants in Japan remains offline. ( read original story ...)
Ex-day care worker acquitted of assault sues Japan, Tokyo gov’ts, says police hid evidence
A former worker at a day care center who has been acquitted of charges including assault against children sued the Japanese government and th･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s Nikkei 225 ends week at record high
Japan's Nikkei 225 stock index rose sharply on Friday to finish the week at a record high. The gain came after all three major equity indices on Wall Street hit new highs. ( read original story ...)
WWF Japan: Tokyo area animal cafes pose infection risk
WWF Japan says some so-called animal cafes in the Tokyo area fail to follow hygiene procedures and pose an infectious disease risk to visitors. The venues allow customers to feed and pet exotic ... ( read original story ...)
No trick or treat? Tokyo’s Shibuya announces measures to prevent Halloween disruptions
The government of Tokyo's Shibuya Ward on Oct. 2 announced measures to address potential issues around Shibuya Station during the Halloween p ... ( read original story ...)
Nvidia and Fujitsu agree to work together on AI robots and other technology
U.S. technology company Nvidia and Fujitsu, a Japanese telecommunications and computer maker, have agreed to work together on artificial intelligence to deliver smart robots and a variety of other ... ( read original story ...)
Nomura Unit Eyes Wider Access To Crypto Trading In Japan: Report
Nomura unit Laser Digital is seeking a license in Japan to offer institutional crypto trading, signaling confidence in the localmarket.
Nomura unit Laser targets Japan’s booming crypto trading market
The news comes with crypto pushing further into mainstream financial services in the country Read more at The Business Times.
Japan’s markets gird for leadership vote with stocks, bonds on edge
By Junko Fujita and Kevin Buckland TOKYO (Reuters) -Japanese markets are bracing for a crucial ruling party vote this weekend that will determine the next prime minister and set the tone for budget ...
Asian markets open: Nikkei jumps 1.11%, Sensex falls in a divided session
A powerful wave of optimism is sweeping across most of Asia on Friday, with markets confidently tracking a record-setting rally on Wall Street that has brazenly shrugged off the political chaos of a ...
Japan’s jobless rate rises to highest in 13 months at 2.6%
TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Japan's unemployment rate in August rose to 2.6% from 2.3% in the previous month, marking the highest level in 13 months, as more workers left their jobs to seek improved conditions, ...