Japanese fans will "cheer for all athletes" at the Tokyo Olympics, organisers pledged Monday, after the unprecedented decision to bar overseas spectators from attending over virus fears. ( read original story ...)
arashi abe uses ‘asukesi’ waste stones from japanese quarry to create one-of-a-kind chair
japanese designer arashi abe created a chair using 'asukesi' waste stones, found abandoned in the soft stone quarries of sapporo, japan. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo organisers to bar most international volunteers
Tokyo Olympic organisers said on Monday that Japan would not allow in volunteers from overseas except for some who are deemed essential, after it decided to bar international spectators amid public ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo prosecutors charge American father and son with helping Ghosn escape
Tokyo prosecutors charged two Americans with illegally helping former Nissan Chairman Carlos Ghosn flee Japan more than a year ago. ( read original story ...)
Carlos Ghosn: Japan charges two Americans with helping ex-Nissan CEO flee
The Taylors were not immediately available for comment, as is standard in Japan’s criminal system, where more than 99 percent of those who go on trial are found guilty. Ghosn, who led Nissan Motor Co. ( read original story ...)
Olympics overseas fan ban hits Japan tourism sector
After Olympics organisers announced a ban on spectators from abroad, those working in Japan's tourism industry are counting their losses. Experts say the impact will be limited compared to the much ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo tour bus operation restarts as state of emergency lifted
Japan's major tour bus firm Hato Bus Co. resumed its operations on Monday following the lifting of a coronavirus state of emergency for the Tokyo area, allowing passengers to enjoy fresh air and ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo prosecutors charge two Americans with helping Carlos Ghosn escape
Two Americans could be jailed of up to three years after Tokyo prosecutors charged them with illegally helping ex-Nissan Motor chairman Carlos Ghosn flee Japan. ( read original story ...)
American father and son charged in Japan with helping ex-Nissan boss Carlos Ghosn escape Japan to Lebanon
Tokyo — Japanese prosecutors have charged two Americans, Michael Taylor and his son Peter, in connection with the escape of former Nissan Chairman Carlos Ghosn to Lebanon. Tokyo District Prosecutors ... ( read original story ...)
East Asia Wrap: Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors take top spot, Nagoya Grampus close in
Hong Kong: Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors FC are the new leaders of the K League 1, while Kawasaki Frontale maintained their position at the top of the J1 League with Nagoya Grampus closing in. The K League 1 ... ( read original story ...)
‘Neon Genesis Evangelion’ Launches Rei Ayanami Train Line
Thrice Upon a Time, Khara has teamed up with Nagoya Rinkai Rapid Transit to launch a Rei Ayanami-themed train. Rightfully taking over Nagoya’s Aonami Line, train cars running between the Nagoya and ... ( read original story ...)
Japan charges Americans with helping Ghosn flee, jump bail
TOKYO (AP) — Japanese prosecutors have charged two Americans, Michael Taylor and his son Peter, in connection with the escape of former Nissan Chairman Carlos Ghosn to Lebanon. Tokyo District ... ( read original story ...)
Japan may grant special entry to some foreign volunteers for Olympics: report
Japan has decided to bar international spectators from the Tokyo Olympics, but is considering granting special entry permission to some 500 foreign volunteers, Japanese media said on Monday. ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Charges Father-Son Team With Aiding Ghosn Escape
Japanese prosecutors on Monday formally charged an American father-son team with aiding the December 2019 escape of former Nissan Motor Co. Chairman Carlos Ghosn. ( read original story ...)
Infiniti taps new ad agency to unify message
Infiniti is shifting its strategy by inking a three-year deal with Publicis Group to handle worldwide advertising. The goal is to deliver a more consistent global message. YOKOHAMA, Japan — Think of ... ( read original story ...)
Japan falls almost 2% in mixed Asia-Pacific trading; Turkish lira weakens sharply against the dollar
In Japan, the Nikkei 225 slipped 1.91% in morning trade while the Topix index dipped 1.25%. South Korea's Kospi declined 0.23%. Elsewhere, mainland Chinese markets rose, with the Shanghai composite up ... ( read original story ...)