Osaka Governor Yoshimura Hirofumi said on April 16 that the number of foreign pavilions to be built independently by ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo boldly going to do Washington’s bidding: China Daily editorial
Japan under Kishida has transformed its national security strategy, discarding its pacifist Constitution and expanding its outlook "beyond that of being America's closest ally". Yet it still seems it is unwilling to boldly go where it hasn't gone before by turning its back on Washington's schemes and making peace with its past and its neighbors. ( ...
This is how I ate my way around snowy Sapporo
Sapporo, the capital of Hokkaido, presents an array of culinary treasures enough to excite food lovers. From the comforting warmth of soup curry to the abundance of scallops, snow crab, and uni, and ... ( read original story ...)
Olympics-After Tokyo ‘test run’, Duplantis set for different experience in Paris
After making his Olympic bow in Tokyo when strict COVID-19 restrictions kept fans away and athletes in a bubble, pole vault world record holder Armand Duplantis hopes his second Games in Paris will be ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks close lower on prolonged high U.S. rates concerns
Traders pointed out the market fell to its lowest close in two months after the yield on the benchmark 10-year Japanese government bond rose to a five-month high of 0.885 percent, tracking an ... ( read original story ...)
Taste a slice of Osaka with its culinary specialties
Osaka is celebrated as " Japan 's kitchen", a city alive with culinary promise. This dynamic urban landscape boasts a rich food scene that spans from quaint street food stalls to sophisticated ... ( read original story ...)
Japan oil refiners to tap reserves in case of Middle East disruption
Japanese oil refiners see no immediate impact from escalating tensions in the Middle East on their crude procurement, but will use the country's reserves in case of contingencies to ensure stable oil ... ( read original story ...)
Analysis-Japan Inc makes a renewed U.S. push as China fears mount
Japanese companies are increasingly hitching their growth plans to the United States, as concerns about Chinese demand and Beijing's influence over supply chains prompt a noticeable pivot toward the ... ( read original story ...)
Snake on bullet train causes rare delay in Japan
TOKYO - Even small delays in Japan's much-vaunted bullet trains are rare, and more unusual still are snakes on board holding up the speedy "shinkansen" services. On Tuesday evening, a passenger ... ( read original story ...)
‘Snake on a train delays Japanese bullet service’
TOKYO: Even small delays in Japan's much-vaunted bullet trains are rare, and more unusual still are snakes on board holding up the speedy 'shinkansen' services. ( read original story ...)
South Korea cautiously optimistic about US-Japan military upgrades
WASHINGTON - South Korea is cautiously optimistic about alliance upgrades that the US and Japan have planned to bolster security in East Asia and the ... ( read original story ...)
Want to showcase your game? Tokyo Game Show opens the door for 80 indie devs
MICROTEL, PASAY - THE GAMING WORLD was at the edge of their seats as the highly anticipated Tokyo Game Show Event Briefing took center stage on April 10, 2024. Gathering enthusiasts, industry insiders ... ( read original story ...)
Snake On A Japan Bullet Train Causes Rare 17-Minute Delay
Even small delays in Japan's much-vaunted bullet trains are rare, and more unusual still are snakes on board holding up the speedy "shinkansen" services. ( read original story ...)
Slam legend identifies why Naomi Osaka could have Andre Agassi-like resurgence
A ustralian tennis legend Todd Woodbridge says Naomi Osaka accepting to compete in a WTA 250 tournament is proof that she is indeed very serious about everything she has been saying over the last few ... ( read original story ...)
Seoul, Tokyo vow ‘appropriate action’ on weak yen and won
South Korea and Japan shared "serious concerns" on the recent weakness of their currencies against the dollar and agreed to take "appropriate actions" to counter extreme volatility, the finance ministry in Seoul said Wednesday. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks lower in morning on prolonged high US rates concerns
Tokyo stocks were lower Wednesday morning, as selling on concern over the impact of prolonged elevated U.S. interest rates on the wor ( read original story ...)