Thailand’s ambitious goal of attracting as many as 9 million tourists from China this year looks in doubt, after the kidnapping of a Chinese actor started driving mainland visitors to the safety of …
Locals explain what to never do on your trip to Japan
From geisha being harassed to arguments in the carparks of ski towns, the island nation is experiencing a range of issues due to the incredible influx of visitors in recent months.
Philippines defence minister says to discuss China’s actions with Japan counterpart
Philippine defence minister Gilberto Teodoro said he would discuss China’s attempts to change the international order during a bilateral meeting with his Japanese counterpart in Manila on Monday.
Japan, Philippines eye closer security ties; two sides exploit each other, undermining regional peace: expert
Japan and the Philippines plan to establish a high-level defense consultation mechanism to expand Japan’s defense exports, Kyodo News reported Sunday during Japanese Defense Minister Gen Nakatani’s visit to the Philippines.
I moved back to the US after 1 year abroad in Japan. My American career is more lucrative, but life is better in Japan.
Ben Gran lived in Japan for a year teaching English. More than 20 years later, he still vividly remembers the experience and what it taught him.
Buffett says Berkshire will continue to increase investment in Japan trading houses
“Over time, you will likely see Berkshire’s ownership of all five increase somewhat,” Buffett said in his annual letter to shareholders. The Japanese names in Berkshire’s portfolio are Itochu, …
Rich in cash, Japan automaker Toyota builds a city to test futuristic mobility
Woven City near Mount Fuji is where Japanese automaker Toyota plans to test everyday living with robotics, artificial intelligence and autonomous zero-emissions transportation.
Warren Buffett says US should ‘spend wisely’, plans to increase investment in Japan
The 94-year-old Buffett also acknowledged his advanced age in his annual letter, telling shareholders he now uses a cane and will spend less time fielding their questions at Berkshire’s annual meeting …
‘You know what? They quit!’ Resigning by proxy and the crisis of corporate Japan
Agencies that help dissatisfied employees make a clean break are putting pressure on companies and exposing a demographic problem …
Turkmenistan and Japan strengthen partnership in finance and industry
Negotiations with the Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC) and Nippon Export and Investment Insurance (NEXI) explored new financial partnerships and opportunities for large-scale projects …