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 ...)
Japan to allow divorced parents to share custody of children
Change to civil code will bring Japan into line with other G7 countries, amid concerns existing law inflicts psychological harm on children ... ( read original story ...)
Three new ports to join MPA’s annual maritime cybersecurity exercise
Three new ports are joining this year's maritime cybersecurity exercise led by the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore. The exercise simulates cyberattacks on multiple ports across regions. The ... ( read original story ...)
EXCLUSIVE: Simone Biles recalls thinking ‘the world is going to hate me’ after twisties at Tokyo Olympics
Simone Biles reveals what she thought immediately after she got the twisties while competing at the Summer Olympics in Tokyo in 2021. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s exports grow amid weak yen but higher import bills hurt business mood
Japan's exports grew for the fourth straight month in March driven by U.S.-bound car shipments, although business confidence at big firms soured amid a slump in the yen and signalled that a ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Exports Extend Run of Growth
Japan’s exports extended their growth streak for a fourth consecutive month in March, propelled by heightened demand for autos and semiconductors. ( read original story ...)
Japan firms business mood slips as weak yen squeezes households
Business confidence at big Japanese manufacturers and services sector firms slid in April from the prior month, dragged down by cost-of-living pressures and shaky economic conditions in major market ... ( read original story ...)
For Unforgettable Neapolitan-Style Pizza, Hit This New Spot In Tokyo
While Tokyo may not be the first destination that comes to mind for pizza, avid pie lovers promise to be delighted by the offerings at this recently opened spot. ( read original story ...)
Swiatek tops Roland Garros entry list; Osaka, Kerber to return
Defending champion Iga Swiatek leads the whole of the Top 10 in the entry list for Roland Garros 2024, which is based on this week's edition of the WTA rankings. All but three of ( read original story ...)
GOP lawmaker demands action from Japan PM on key issue impacting hundreds of US children abroad
GOP Rep. Chris Smith is calling on Japan's prime minister to act to ensure that hundreds of American children abducted by their parents in Japan are reunited with their families. ( read original story ...)
US ambassador urges Japan to boost weapon production for stronger security alliance
The U.S. ambassador to Japan has urged Tokyo to take a greater role in developing, producing and supplying weapons for a stronger security alliance during conflict. ( read original story ...)
Bain proposes Japan’s Kioxia IPO to clear $5.8 bln loan refinance
Bain Capital has proposed an initial public offering (IPO) of Japan's Kioxia Holdings as part of a plan to allow the money-losing chipmaker to refinance a $5.8 billion loan coming due in June, ... ( read original story ...)
Bain Proposes IPO of Japan’s Kioxia to Clear Way for $5.8 Billion Loan Refinance, Source Says
Bain Capital has proposed an initial public offering (IPO) of Japan's Kioxia Holdings as part of a plan to allow the money-losing chipmaker to refinance a $5.8 billion loan coming due in June, ... ( read original story ...)