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Japan Ditches 2027 Target to Start High-Speed Rail Services: Central Japan Railway Co. won’t meet its 2027 target of bringing the world’s fastest train into ...
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Japan FX Chief Calls Yen’s Slump Unusual, Vows to Act if Needed: Japan’s top currency official said recent yen weakness is odd and out of line with current ...
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How Hui Muslims Waged Holy War for China in World War II: Their patriotic loyalty was based on centuries of tradition, a history that is now largely forgotten
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Japan Attracts Foreign Investors as It Tries to Make Tokyo Into Financial Hub: Japan is attracting more interest from foreign asset managers, sparked by the ...
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Dollar Hits 33-Year High of 151.97 Yen in Tokyo (Update 1)
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'Oppenheimer' finally premieres in Japan to mixed reactions and high emotions: “Oppenheimer” finally premiered Friday in the nation where two cities were ... Show more
5 dead, over 100 hospitalised from recalled Japanese health supplements: Kobayashi Pharmaceutical Co. came under fire for not going public quickly with problems ...
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Execs in Japan busted for winning dev bids then outsourcing to North Koreans: Government issues stern warning over despot money-making scheme
theregister.com/2024/03/28/japan_nk_arrests/
Quick Glance: Execs in Japan Arrested for Winning Dev Bids and Outsourcing to NK
- Two executives in Japan were issued arrest warrants for charges related to establishing a business that outsourced work to North Korean IT engineers.
- Authorities suspect Pak may have connections to a person involved in the foreign currency acquisition activities of the Hermit Kingdom, and are looking into potential money flow to North Korea.
- Amid an investigation involving the development of a smartphone app that breached Japan's banking act, authorities found suspicious transfers to North Korean IT engineers from Robast.
- Hiring a North Korean for development tasks can contribute foreign currency and illicit funds for a despot's operations, while also violating national sanctions.
Hydrogen Station Opens Near Tokyo Condominium Complex; Will Supply Hydrogen for Lighting, Bus Services
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Investors Shun China and India, Reward Japan as Earnings Season Winds Down: As the Asia-Pacific reporting season takes a breather, a look at how investors have ...
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Bonuses for Global Bankers in Tokyo, Japan Shrink Despite Stock Market Rally: Booming markets in Japan have swelled the workload for international bankers in ...
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Japanese city to allow kids to miss 3 days of school per year for more family time - The Mainichi
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Japan rail operator gives up plan to launch maglev train in 2027 - The Mainichi: TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Central Japan Railway Co. said Friday it has given up its plan ...
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240329/p2g/00m/0bu/043000c
Films that give the Japanese perspective of the atomic bomb: Movies about the nation's darkest days — in genres such as dramas, fantasies and anime — offer ...
japantimes.co.jp/culture/2024/03/27/film/wwii-atomic-bomb-japan-perspective/
Japan February jobless rate rises to 2.6%: Japan's jobless rate in February rose to 2.6% from 2.4% in the previous month, government data showed on Friday.
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Japan theater firm Takarazuka theater admits to all harassment claims in actress death - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240328/p2g/00m/0na/047000c
Japan's Nikkei posts biggest point gain on record for fiscal year: Japan's Nikkei share average logged the biggest rise ever on an absolute basis for the fiscal ...
reuters.com/markets/asia/japans-nikkei-posts-biggest-point-gain-record-fiscal-year-2024-03-29/
Shohei Ohtani Mural Unveiled on Hotel in Los Angeles’ Little Tokyo
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Tokyo inflation slowdown, output slide clouds BOJ's rate hike outlook: Core inflation in Japan's capital slowed in March and factory output unexpectedly slid in ...
reuters.com/markets/asia/tokyo-inflation-slows-march-clouding-rate-hike-outlook-2024-03-28/
Japan tees up Shinzo Abe's ex-interpreter to help chart course with Trump: Sunao Takao was the loyal interpreter at Shinzo Abe's side, helping Japan's ...
reuters.com/world/japan-tees-up-abes-ex-interpreter-help-chart-course-with-trump-2024-03-26/
In Japan, even Taylor Swift can't make it to the top of the music charts: TOKYO -- Japanese, who previously favored musical artists from the U.S ...
asia.nikkei.com/Life-Arts/Life/In-Japan-even-Taylor-Swift-can-t-make-it-to-the-top-of-the-music-charts
Japan’s Nikkei Posts Biggest Point Gain for Fiscal Year (Update 1)
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Wild Birds Gesture ‘After You’ to Insist Their Mate Go First: Like humans, these small Japanese birds communicate abstract concepts with gestures
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🔊 Japan is pricing in a possible second Trump term. To find out who Tokyo has lined up to liaise with the Trump 2024 campaign ...
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Japan flags 'speculative' yen moves, signals chance of intervention: Japanese Finance Minister Shunichi Suzuki said on Friday there were "speculative" moves ...
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Quick Glance: Japanese Authorities Address Weakening Yen, Signal Intervention
- Masato Kanda, vice finance minister for international affairs, mentions Japan's readiness to respond to disorderly FX moves.
- Japan's three main monetary authorities held an emergency meeting to discuss the weakening yen and indicated willingness to intervene to stop speculative currency market moves.
- Amid the yen falling to a 34-year low against the dollar, urgency was emphasized by the Bank of Japan, Finance Ministry, and Financial Services Agency to stabilize the yen.
- A weaker yen raises Japanese import costs, fuels inflation, and increases the cost of living.
Swimming: Paris-bound Ikee aims to beat her Rio Olympic times - The Mainichi: TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Paris Olympics-bound Japanese swimmer Rikako Ikee said Friday her ...
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240329/p2g/00m/0sp/045000c
'Godzilla Minus One' Filmmaker Takashi Yamazaki Signs With CAA: Takashi Yamazaki, the Japanese filmmaker and vfx supervisor of Oscar-winning smash hit ...
variety.com/2024/film/global/godzilla-minus-one-takashi-yamazaki-caa-1235954427/
Easy Japanese news in translation: 101-year-old locomotive retires in Kumamoto Prefecture - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240328/p2a/00m/0na/013000c
'Shogun' star Hiroyuki Sanada paves Hollywood path for Japanese talent: TOKYO -- After roughly two decades working in Hollywood, Japanese actor Hiroyuki Sanada ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Media-Entertainment/Shogun-star-Hiroyuki-Sanada-paves-Hollywood-path-for-Japanese-talent
Bullet trains restart in east Japan after power failure - The Mainichi: TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Bullet train services on sections of lines in eastern Japan restarted at ...
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240329/p2g/00m/0bu/001000c
Toyota's global sales slide 7% in February, led by slumps in China and Japan: Toyota Motor's global sales dropped 7% in February from a year earlier ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/toyotas-global-sales-slide-7-february-led-by-slumps-china-japan-2024-03-28/
Morning Bid: Yen wary of holiday calm as Q1 curtain falls: A look at the day ahead in Asian markets.
reuters.com/markets/asia/global-markets-view-asia-graphic-pix-2024-03-28/
A Japanese 'flavor wizard' conquers the homeland of chocolate: Yasushi Sasaki has been named Brussels' chocolatier of the year by the prestigious Gault & Millau ...
japantimes.co.jp/life/2024/03/27/food-drink/yasushi-sasaki-japanese-chocolate-belgium/
North Korea says Japan's Kishida showed intention to meet Kim Jong Un recently: North Korea's Kim Yo Jong, the powerful sister of leader Kim Jong Un ...
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Quick Glance: Japanese PM Offers to Meet Kim Jong Un, Conditions Pose Challenges
- North Korea states that Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida proposed a meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un 'as soon as possible,' contingent on Tokyo's stance towards North Korea's weapons program and past abductions of Japanese nationals.
- Kishida emphasizes the importance of a meeting with Kim to address the abduction issue, but North Korea's preconditions make a Kim-Kishida summit unlikely.
- Kim Yo Jong, Kim Jong Un's sister, highlights the need for Japan to make political decisions aligned with its overall interests to enhance bilateral relations and regional peace.
- Experts suggest that a potential meeting could benefit both North Korea and Japan, with North Korea aiming to strengthen its position and Japan considering potential economic assistance if ties normalize.
US and Japan plan biggest upgrade to security pact in over 60 years: Biden and Kishida to announce move to counter China at White House meeting next month
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Japan brought forward emergency yen meeting to maximise market impact - source: Japanese monetary authorities made a last-minute decision to bring forward to ...
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Japan tees up Shinzo Abe's ex-interpreter to help chart course with Trump: Sunao Takao was the loyal interpreter at Shinzo Abe's side, helping Japan's ...
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BOJ policymakers saw need to go slow in future rate hikes, March summary shows: Many Bank of Japan policymakers saw the need to go slow in phasing out ...
reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/boj-board-divided-economys-strength-upon-stimulus-exit-march-summary-shows-2024-03-28/
Police receive three motorcycles from Tokyo Motors: Navindra Dhanwa and Elisha Campbell, the Managing Directors of Tokyo Motors, have donated three new ...
stabroeknews.com/2024/03/27/news/guyana/police-receive-three-motorcycles-from-tokyo-motors/
New Earphones Shaped Like Chocolate-Covered Mushrooms; Meiji to Sell Just 3,500 Sets Based on Popular Japanese Snack
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/business/companies/20240326-176722/
'Shogun' star Hiroyuki Sanada paves Hollywood path for Japanese talent: TOKYO -- After roughly two decades working in Hollywood, Japanese actor Hiroyuki Sanada ...
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Subaru to recall over 118,000 vehicles in US, NHTSA says: Subaru of America is recalling 118,723 SUVs and sedans in the U.S. over an issue which prevents air ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/subaru-recall-over-118000-vehicles-us-nhtsa-says-2024-03-27/
In America, Godzilla is a superhero — in Japan, he’s still a monster: Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire, Monarch: Legacy of Monsters, and Shin Godzilla all see ...
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Quick Glance: Mixed reactions to Godzilla x Kong: New Empire
- Initial responses to Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire have arrived, praising an exhilarating, action-packed experience - however, the new Monster-verse film doesn't captivate everyone.
- The storyline follows Godzilla and Kong reuniting to confront a fresh, perilous menace, with director Adam Wingard returning to helm the project once more.
- Critics commend the grand scale, fast-paced sequences, and diverse range of creatures, though a few express concerns over the sparse dialogues and sluggish beginning.
- Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire is set to hit theaters on March 29, eliciting a mixed bag of reactions, with many lauding the thrilling action and monster clashes, while others scrutinize the plot and dialogue.
Japanese chocolate snack-shaped translator earphones to go on sale - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240326/p2g/00m/0bu/006000c
Cherry blossoms start blooming in Tokyo: Cherry blossoms started blooming in Tokyo on Friday, five days later than the yearly average.
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Renault to sell Nissan stake of about 2.5%: Renault plans to sell a stake of about 2.5% in Nissan shares to the Japanese car maker in a deal that could result ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/renault-sell-about-25-nissan-shares-up-362-million-euros-2024-03-27/
Shares edge higher; yen's drop to 1990 low lifts Nikkei: Global shares rose on Wednesday, nudged higher by a rally in Japanese stocks as the yen sagged to its ...
reuters.com/markets/global-markets-wrapup-1-2024-03-27/
Those Godzilla Claw Shoes on the Oscars Red Carpet Are Just One of Hazama’s ‘Dark Fantasy’ Creations
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60% in Japan don't like cherry blossom viewing with colleagues, call events 'work': survey - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240326/p2a/00m/0na/031000c
Japan adds driver, railway roles to skilled foreign worker visa - The Mainichi: TOKYO (Kyodo) -- The Japanese government on Friday added four new industries to ...
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240329/p2g/00m/0na/030000c
Tokyo Retro Show Exhibits Stationery From Showa Era; Trendy Games and Figures Representing Children’s Dreams on Display
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/features/japan-focus/20240325-176557/
'Shogun' star Hiroyuki Sanada paves Hollywood path for Japanese talent: TOKYO -- After roughly two decades working in Hollywood, Japanese actor Hiroyuki Sanada ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Media-Entertainment/Shogun-star-Hiroyuki-Sanada-paves-Hollywood-path-for-Japanese-talent
Markets brace for more rate cut mood swings after wild Q1: Global bond and equity markets are ending the first quarter on a high, with investors poised for more ...
reuters.com/markets/global-markets-q1-pix-graphics-2024-03-28/
Yen on intervention watch; Asia shares subdued: The yen languished near its weakest in decades on Thursday though the threat of intervention from Japanese ...
reuters.com/markets/global-markets-wrapup-1-2024-03-28/
Hit TV satire reveals how Japanese society has changed: A time-travelling TV comedy with a bawdy middle-aged hero has become a big hit in Japan ...
japantoday.com/category/entertainment/hit-tv-satire-reveals-how-japanese-society-has-changed
Ohtani interpreter Mizuhara may be dumped from Japan school text after gambling accusation - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240323/p2a/00m/0na/004000c
Quick Glance: Shohei Ohtani's Interpreter Fired Amid Gambling Allegations
- Shohei Ohtani's friend and interpreter at the Los Angeles Dodgers, Ippei Mizuhara, was fired due to allegations of theft and illegal gambling.
- Mizuhara was suspected of $4.5 million being transferred from Ohtani's bank account to an illegal bookmaker in Southern California.
- Ohtani's lawyers revealed that Ohtani was a victim of massive theft and the matter is being handed over to the authorities.
- Mizuhara refused to comment on the allegations, and investigations are ongoing.
Dollar dips, yen draws support from Tokyo's jawboning: The dollar was on the back foot on Tuesday, owing to profit taking and pressured in part by a slightly ...
reuters.com/markets/currencies/dollar-dips-yen-draws-support-tokyos-jawboning-2024-03-26/
'Fruitful' Japan-N. Korea ties will benefit both nations: Kishida - The Mainichi: TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said Thursday that ...
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240328/p2g/00m/0na/056000c
Japan leukemia survivor Ikee to swim at Paris Olympics: Leukemia survivor Rikako Ikee will compete for Japan in the 100 meters butterfly at the Paris Olympics ...
japantoday.com/category/sports/japan-leukaemia-survivor-ikee-to-swim-at-paris-olympics
Japan to Add 4 Industries to Foreign Workers Program
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/politics/politics-government/20240329-177444/
Doctor to sue Japan gov't for disregarding on-call hours in rejection of worker's comp - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240329/p2a/00m/0na/015000c
Why is Japan changing its ban on exporting lethal weapons, and why is it so controversial? - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240326/p2g/00m/0na/035000c
TSS cases "in various countries": Tokyo comments on deadly wave of infections: In Japan, cases of infection with toxic shock syndrome, or TSS for short ...
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BOJ's Tamura calls for slow but steady policy normalisation: Bank of Japan (BOJ) board member Naoki Tamura said on Wednesday the central bank must proceed slowly ...
reuters.com/markets/asia/bojs-tamura-calls-slow-steady-policy-normalisation-2024-03-27/
Japan says it won't rule out any steps to prop up faltering yen: Japan would not rule out any measures to rein in weakness in the yen, finance minister Shunichi ...
reuters.com/markets/asia/japan-finance-minister-says-he-wont-rule-out-any-steps-stem-weak-yen-2024-03-26/
Three Tokyo destinations where the past is delightfully present: TOKYO -- Nostalgia, you could say, is a current that hums under the static of modern society ...
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BOJ must support economy with easy policy, says Governor Ueda: Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda said on Wednesday it was important to support the economy with ...
reuters.com/markets/asia/boj-must-support-economy-with-easy-policy-says-governor-ueda-2024-03-27/
Bank of Japan may be less dovish than markets think: The Bank of Japan has ditched its dovish forward guidance in favour of a more
reuters.com/markets/asia/bank-japan-may-be-less-dovish-than-markets-think-2024-03-26/
Chinese EV makers take centre stage at Bangkok motor show, to unveil new models: Boosted by strong electric vehicle sales, Chinese car makers will be in the ...
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Secrets of Kyoto / Revisiting the Memories of Fushimi Castle in Kyoto; The Most Important Castle of the Toyotomi Family
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/original/perspectives/20240328-176509/
TEPCO submits plan to load nuclear fuel in idled reactor in central Japan - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240328/p2g/00m/0bu/058000c
Can Japan lure the jet-set class off the beaten path?: High-end travelers are looking for sustainability, wellness and adventure when they head abroad ...
japantimes.co.jp/life/2024/03/25/travel/luxury-tourism-market-japan-experience/
Hong Kong's loss can be Tokyo's gain if it plays its cards right: Benjamin Qiu is a partner with the law firm Elliott Kwok Levine & Jaroslaw in New York ...
asia.nikkei.com/Opinion/Hong-Kong-s-loss-can-be-Tokyo-s-gain-if-it-plays-its-cards-right
Quick Glance: Tokyo's Opportunity Amid Hong Kong's Decline
- As Hong Kong's appeal diminishes, Singapore rises in prominence.
- Chinese entrepreneurs and investors are relocating to Singapore.
- Japan has the potential to rival Singapore and Hong Kong.
- Tokyo must act swiftly to attract investors and establish a foothold.
40% of Japanese in 30s desiring children are sexless, research reveals: TOKYO -- Nearly 40% of married Japanese in their 30s who want children are sexless ...
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Marvel’s Groot Lands a Gig at Tokyo Disneyland; Tree Man to Appear In ’It’s a Small World’ in 2025
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/society/general-news/20240328-177209/
South Korea’s JoongAng Hires Japanese Reporter as Tokyo Correspondent : It’s the first time that any South Korean newspaper has ever employed a Japanese reporter ...
thediplomat.com/2024/03/south-koreas-joongang-hires-japanese-reporter-as-tokyo-correspondent/
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Shohei Ohtani effect: Dodgers likely will open '25 season in Japan: In what would be a homecoming for Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto, the Dodgers likely ...
latimes.com/sports/dodgers/story/2024-03-24/dodgers-likely-open-2025-mlb-season-in-japan
Tepco seeks regulatory approval to load nuclear fuel into Kashiwazaki-Kariwa plant
reuters.com/business/energy/tepco-seeks-regulatory-approval-load-nuclear-fuel-into-kashiwazaki-kariwa-plant-2024-03-28/
Japan Imperial Household Agency to Launch Instagram Account
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/society/imperial-family/20240326-176728/
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