Fujikawaguchiko town official says choice to erect a huge barrier is ‘regrettable’ and last resort ... ( read original story ...)
Japan frets over relentless yen slide as BOJ keeps ultra-low rates
By Satoshi Sugiyama and Makiko Yamazaki TOKYO (Reuters) -Japan is concerned about negative effects of the weak yen, finance minister Shunichi Suzuki said on Friday, in a fresh warning to speculators ... ( read original story ...)
Analysis-The glitch in Japan’s plans to bolster U.S. defence
As the United States faces security threats across the globe, its close ally Japan has committed to stepping up as a trusted defence partner - but Tokyo's cyber and information security ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo inflation slows to less than 2%
The latest inflation figures for Tokyo show prices in the capital are still rising but at a slower pace. The consumer inflation rate for April fell below the Bank of Japan's 2 percent target. Tokyo's ... ( read original story ...)
The glitch in Japan’s plans to bolster U.S. defence
As the United States faces security threats across the globe, its close ally Japan has committed to stepping up as a trusted defence partner - but Tokyo's cyber and information security ... ( read original story ...)
Japan concerned about weak yen’s negative effects, Finance Minister says
By Satoshi Sugiyama and Makiko Yamazaki TOKYO (Reuters) -Japan is concerned about negative effects of the weak yen, Finance Minister Shunichi Suzuki said on Friday, in a fresh warning against ... ( read original story ...)
Swiatek, Gauff through in Madrid Open as Osaka falls
World No 1 Iga Swiatek beat Wang Xiyu 6-1, 6-4 to reach the third round of the Madrid Open on Thursday as she bids to win the competition for the first time. and she's off 💨@iga_swiatek is into the next round after defeating Wang Xiyu 6-1, 6-4. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Inflation Slows Sharply on Education Subsidy Impact
Price growth in Tokyo decelerated sharply to a pace below 2% in April, in an outcome largely distorted by the start of education subsidies, as the Bank of Japan gathers to decide policy. ( read original story ...)
Little Tokyo seniors unite for exercise and friendship
Senior citizens in Little Tokyo are gathering each week for exercise and fun times at Terasaki Budokan, a multi-purpose sports and activities center. ( read original story ...)
Japan is concerned about weak yen’s negative effects, Finance Minister says
Japanese Finance Minister Shunichi Suzuki said on Friday he is concerned about negative effects of the weak yen as the currency has continued to slide this year. The dollar hovered around 155.58 yen ... ( read original story ...)
Inflation in Japan’s capital slows more than expected, slides below BOJ goal
Core inflation in Japan's capital slowed much more than expected in April and fell below the central bank's 2% target, data showed on Friday, complicating its decision on how soon to raise interest ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Big Bet on Interest Rates May Not Pay Off
William Sposato is a Tokyo-based journalist who has been a contributor to Foreign Policy since 2015. He has been following Japan’s politics and economics for more than 20 years, working at Reuters and ... ( read original story ...)
Forever Young looks to give Japan first Kentucky Derby win. Why he could be colt to do it
Forever Young, the unbeaten colt looking to give Japan its first Kentucky Derby win, is "very unique." Is he the country's best shot at a Derby win? ( read original story ...)
Osaka eliminated by Samsonova in Madrid
Samsonova did apply plenty of pressure in the final set – forcing five break points compared to just one for Osaka – and was ultimately rewarded in the closing stages of a con ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka beaten by impressive Liudmila Samsonova to exit Madrid Open in the second round
Naomi Osaka is out of the Madrid Open after a second-round defeat to 15th seed Liudmila Samsonova. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka loses in Madrid, bows out to Liudmila Samsonova on clay
The former world No. 1 has not won back-to-back matches on clay since 2019, but put on a valiant effort before exiting the Mutua Madrid Open in three sets. ( read original story ...)