South Korea’s household and corporate debt has ballooned to more than twice the size of its economy, reaching levels last seen in Japan on the eve of its 1990s asset bubble collapse, the Bank of Korea ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s ispace pins hope on 2027 after 2nd failed moon landing
TOKYO -- Japan's ispace seeks to become Asia's first private sector company to land successfully on the moon, but it is increasingly clear that support from the public sphere will be key. The ...
The US Treasury told the Bank of Japan to raise interest rates to fix the weak yen
The US Treasury Department has told the Bank of Japan to keep hiking interest rates, saying it’s the only way to stop the yen from staying weak and to fix the trade imbalance between both countries.
Black Thunder snack maker targets sweet-toothed tourists with factory trips
NAGOYA, Japan -- The maker of Japan's popular Black Thunder chocolate bar is aiming to lure sweet-toothed tourists and other guests to a visitor center at its new $70 million plant, offering a ... ( read original story ...)
Plan your Osaka Expo 2025 visit: 14 must-see pavilions, things to do and top tips
Must-see pavilions include the interactive Saudi village, future-themed Korea Pavilion, and Singapore’s red sphere built with recycled aluminium discs. ( read original story ...)
Japan trade negotiator Akazawa says he made progress in US tariff talks
Japan had made some progress in a fifth round of trade talks with U.S. officials aimed at ending tariffs that are hurting Japan's economy, Tokyo's chief tariff negotiator said. ( read original story ...)
Mrs. GREEN APPLE Tops Billboard Japan’s 2025 Mid-Year Hot 100, Hot Albums & Artist 100 Charts
Four songs by Mrs. GREEN APPLE charted in the mid-year Japan Hot 100 top five -- the first time any act has accomplished this feat. ( read original story ...)
Mrs. GREEN APPLE on Landing Unprecedented Trifecta on Billboard Japan Mid-Year Charts: Interview
Mrs. GREEN APPLE topped the all-genre Japan Hot 100 song chart, the Hot Albums tally & the Artist 100 list on the Billboard Japan mid-year charts. ( read original story ...)
Metaplanet Aims to Raise $5.3 Billion to Buy More Bitcoin
Japanese Bitcoin treasury Metaplanet has said it will raise $5.3 billion as part of a plan to buy more crypto.
Bond buyers’ shocking strike leaves BlackRock struggling
Big funds ditch 20-year bonds, yields hit 2008 highs as BlackRock and peers shun long debt, nudging some toward Bitcoin hedges.
Trump Crypto-Wallet Spat Ends With World Liberty Buying Memecoin
Eric Trump signaled that the tension between the competing factions of Donald Trump’s crypto empire has cooled and the family’s World Liberty Financial will buy a “substantial’ amount of the memecoin ...
Institutional crypto adoption is surging, says OKX US CEO in new report
OKX US CEO Roshan Robert says institutional crypto adoption is accelerating, with over half of asset managers planning crypto funds by 2026, according to a new report with Blockworks.
Gemini confidentially files for US IPO as crypto markets heat up
Gemini, a crypto exchange run by billionaire twins Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss, on Friday disclosed it had confidentially filed for a U.S. initial public offering, as digital asset firms seize on ...
Bitcoin rebounds after Trump and Musk’s online feud weighs on crypto prices: CNBC Crypto World
On today's episode of CNBC Crypto World, bitcoin bounces back after an only feud between President Trump and Elon Musk put pressure on crypto. Plus, Switzerland considers sharing crypto tax ...
Natuzzi Will Be Present at the Expo 2025 Osaka With Its Collections
Mario Cucinella Architects, is inspired by the Renaissance Ideal City 90 bespoke seats developed by the Natuzzi Style Center for the Theater within the Italy Pavilion. SANTERAMO IN COLLE, Bari, Italy, ... ( read original story ...)
Minoh Falls: The Perfect Escape From Osaka’s Cityscape
If you’re craving a quick break from Osaka’s city energy, Minoh Falls (also spelled “Minoo” sometimes) is the half-day activity you probably need. Just 30 minutes from Osaka-Umeda Station, this easy ... ( read original story ...)