China will stage a massive military parade next month in the heart of Beijing to commemorate 80 years since the end of World War Two following the surrender of Japan, mobilising tens of thousands of …
Japan’s July exports clock steepest plunge in more than four years, dropping by a more than expected 2.6%
The trade readings come after Japan reported its second-quarter GDP figures, which saw the country beat expectations as net exports drove growth.
Japan chain stops rice ball sales after staff fake expiry dates
A Japanese convenience store chain has suspended the sale of rice balls, or onigiri, and other deli items at 1,600 stores after it found that staff had faked their expiry dates.
Trump shock spurs Japan to think about the unthinkable: nuclear arms
In Japan and South Korea there is deepening concern over the reliability of long-time American security guarantees – whether the U.S. will come to their aid in the event of a war. This has been …
Dentsu posts revenue dip in H1 2025 as international business struggles continue
Despite solid growth in Japan, Dentsu’s international restructuring failed to bear fruit, leading to a 0.2% H1 organic decline, a lowered full-year forecast, and an 8% global workforce cut.
NTT DATA rolls out payment suite to accelerate digital transition in Philippines
NTT DATA Payment Services, a subsidiary of the Japanese technology company, has officially launched ADAPTIS, a suite of integrated …
Bangladesh, Kazakhstan replace Pakistan, Oman for Asia Cup men’s hockey in India
Hosts India have drawn China, Japan and Kazakhstan in Pool A, while Pool B comprises defending champions Korea, Malaysia, Chinese Taipei and Bangladesh.
South Korea likely to name ex-ambassador to Vietnam as new envoy to Japan
The government of President Lee Jae Myung is likely to name former Ambassador to Vietnam Lee Hyuk as new ambassador to Japan, South K …
US tariffs tighten screws on Japanese and South Korean captive finance
Japanese and South Korean automakers reel from US trade penalties as captive finance arms shift from support roles to survival strategies.
Murder of 2 Japanese nationals in Philippines triggers special police probe
CCTV footage shows the victims being attacked by several assailants while exiting a taxi near the Sheraton Manila Bay hotel.