Chinese coast guard vessels have been routinely passing by Japanese-claimed waters near the Senkaku Islands in the East China Sea, according to officials in Tokyo. ( read original story ...)
Japan is launching a digital nomad visa—you’ll need an annual income of at least $67,000 to qualify
Japan is set to launch a digital nomad visa at the end of March and it will be offered to visitors from 49 countries and territories, including the U.S. ( read original story ...)
Japan repeatedly spots Chinese coast guard and warships near disputed waters
It warned China’s vessels against further approaching the islands, called the Senkaku in Japanese, while Beijing calls them the Diaoyu. China's Coast Guard on Tuesday acknowledged that it was ... ( read original story ...)
IG Group, Aichi International Arena Corporation and AEG Announce Historic Naming Rights Partnership for New Arena in Nagoya, Japan
IG Group, Aichi International Arena Company LTD and AEG announced a naming rights partnership for IG Arena, a 17,000-seat arena in Nagoya, Japan. ( read original story ...)
Japan: Yokohama aims for tourism boost, sustainability with Smart City initiatives
Nestled in the heart of Japan, Yokohama stands as a coveted tourist destination, captivating visitors with its allure. With a vision for sustainable growth, the city now aims to enhance its charm and ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Fukushima nuclear plant leaked radioactive water, officials say
A radioactive water leak occurred at the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant due to a malfunction in a treatment machine. A plant worker found the leak on Wednesday morning. ( read original story ...)
US and Japan Fight China in Allied War Game
China's state-run "Global Times" has accused Washington and Tokyo of substantially increasing tensions in the Taiwan Strait. ( read original story ...)
The Brief Reign of Japan’s First Foreign-Born Beauty Queen
Karolina Shiino, a naturalized Japanese citizen who was born in Ukraine, resigned two weeks after winning the Miss Japan crown. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s SoftBank Group marks a return to profit as it cuts Vision Fund losses
Japanese technology conglomerate SoftBank Group has returned to profitability after four straight quarters in the red. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Honda reports its profit rose on the back of strong U.S. demand
Japanese automaker Honda's profit rose 3.5% in the October-December quarter from a year earlier on the back of solid demand in the U.S. and Europe and a recovery in its home market, the company said ... ( read original story ...)
Japan automaker Nissan’s profit stumbles on China sales decline
Nissan has reported its profit sank in October-December to about half of what it earned in the same period the year before. ( read original story ...)
Osaka Expo budget expected to rise again by ¥200 million
The latest request would raise the total amount of money directly spent by the national government on all expo-related activities to ¥164.9 billion. ( read original story ...)
Emirates Boosts Osaka Flights With A380
Emirates will be boosting its services to Osaka with the introduction of the A380 starting from 1 June 2024. The A380 to be deployed to Osaka will be retrofitted with the airline's latest product, ... ( read original story ...)
Thai ice sculpture’s Naga Fireballs wins second place in Sapporo contest
A team of Thai ice sculpture artists earned the runner-up position in a contest held in Sapporo, showcasing their artwork inspired by the mystical Naga fireballs along the Mekong River. ( read original story ...)
Yokohama Port and Kobe Port to trial hydrogen-powered RTGs
Japan’s ministry of land, infrastructure, transport and tourism has announced that Yokohama Port and Kobe Port will hold on-site demonstrations ... ( read original story ...)
Emirates to launch A380 to Osaka with Premium Economy
The four-class A380 to Osaka will feature 14 First Class suites, 76 in Business Class, 56 seats in Premium Economy, 338 seats in Economy ... ( read original story ...)