Suzu, an Ishikawa city heavily damaged in the disasters, will receive the dismantled timber from the world's largest wooden architectural structure free of charge. ( read original story ...)
Autumn leaves expected to arrive late in Osaka and Kyoto this year
According to the official 2025 forecast, autumn colours in the Kansai region will only begin to show in late November ... ( read original story ...)
Anti-foreigner sentiments are on the rise as Japan faces a population crisis
A Japanese nationalist party led by fiery anti-globalist Sohei Kamiya was among the biggest winners in this summer’s parliamentary election ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese Bitcoin treasury Metaplanet surges on $620 mln buy
Investing.com-- Metaplanet Inc (TYO: 3350 ) shares rallied on Thursday after the Japanese hotelier-turned-Bitcoin treasury announced a $620 million purchase of the coin, making it the fourth-largest ...
Trump Jr. dismisses crypto conflict of interest concerns: My dad’s not checking blockchain ledgers
Donald Trump Jr. and Zach Witkoff dismissed concerns regarding the project's political ties as "complete nonsense," at a major crypto event in Singapore.
Japan LDP leadership race highlights policies on foreigners as major issue
TOKYO -- All five candidates running in Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) leadership election are to varying degrees calling for stricter policies toward non-citizens as the country, beset ...
Anti-foreigner sentiments and politicians are on the rise as Japan faces a population crisis
A Japanese nationalist party led by fiery anti-globalist Sohei Kamiya was among the biggest winners in this summer’s parliamentary election. ( read original story ...)
Bus services cut in Tokyo due to driver shortage
Bus services in Tokyo have been scaled back because there are not enough drivers to operate them. The cuts came into effect this month and are believed to be the first since at least 2002 due to a ... ( read original story ...)
Nissan Might Sell Soccer Team as Part of Restructuring Plans
Nissan may sell its majority stake in Yokohama F. Marinos as part of sweeping cost‑cutting and restructuring measures amid mounting losses. ( read original story ...)
Japanese Loans Giant MBK Announces $2M Bitcoin Purchase, Crypto Exchange Deal
The Japanese loans provider MBK says it has bought over $2 million worth of Bitcoin (BTC) and struck a partnership deal with a domestic crypto exchange.
Nikkei Rises 1.0%, Led by Pharma, Chip Stocks
Japanese stocks rise after major U.S. stock indexes hit record highs overnight, taking the U.S. government shutdown in stride. Pharmaceutical and chip-related stocks are leading gains. Chugai ...
Supervisor of Japan high school soccer powerhouse suspended for failing to halt violence
A teacher has been suspended indefinitely from supervising a high school soccer powerhouse for failing to protect team members when their ap ... ( read original story ...)
Exclusive: Susquehanna crypto CEO departs to lead $671 million Avalanche treasury company
Another heavy hitter from Wall Street is diving into the crypto treasury craze. On Wednesday, a group of investors announced that it plans to establish a $671 million company dedicated to stockpiling ...
Naomi Osaka – Page 2
Naomi Osaka faces Serena Williams today in a high-flying duel for the 2021 Australian Open semifinals. Check out how to watch the matchin the US, the ... ( read original story ...)
A Tokyo Gallery Gears Up for a Busy London Arts Season
Mora’s Frieze London booth will include ceramic works by Sam Bakewell and pieces by the Japanese sculptor Tomoaki Suzuki. ( read original story ...)
‘Mishima’ Was Unofficially Banned in Japan, but the Tokyo Film Festival Will Premiere It There This Fall
Paul Schrader tells the incredible story of why his masterpiece “Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters" never showed in Japan and shares details of his new film “Non Compos Mentis." ... ( read original story ...)