A pioneer in gaming culture, Japan has created many of the world’s most iconic — and successful — video games.
Japan’s sake exports more than tripled over the last decade
A traditional Japanese alcoholic beverage made from fermented rice, sake is becoming increasingly popular overseas. Thirst for the iconic drink is paired with a growing appetite for Japanese cuisine.
Japan PM Suga says broad agreement reached on military pact with Australia
Japan’s Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga said on Tuesday Japan and Australia had reached a broad agreement on their bilateral defence pact to facilitate more joint operations and exercises on each …
Australia, Japan to bolster defense ties amid China’s rise
The leaders of Australia and Japan have held in-person talks to bolster defense ties between the two U.S. allies to counter China’s growing assertiveness in the Asia-Pacific region amid the transition …
Why Walmart’s might couldn’t crack Japan
In 2002, Walmart’s decision to enter the market through an existing domestic supermarket brand was seen as savvy even if some had hesitations over the choice of Seiyu. It was no surprise that Japan …
Why the U.S. Could Be the Big Loser in the Huge RCEP Trade Deal Between China and 14 Other Countries
Even U.S. allies like Japan and Australia moved to strike a bargain with China in the absence of an alternative …
Philippines’ plan to sell its Japanese real estate hits a wall
But the plan to sell them fell apart after the Philippine Supreme Court ruled it illegal, citing that it had not been approved by lawmakers. The properties have also been the focus of financial fraud.
With Tokyo posing a challenge to Hong Kong’s financial hub crown, are companies likely to head for Japan? Analysts weigh in
Japan is bent on turning Tokyo into Asia’s top finance hub, sensing that rival Hong Kong has been weakened by its political turmoil.The Japanese government announced this month that a financial servic …
Improve business climate, go for intense negotiation for more Japanese investment
Japanese Ambassador to Bangladesh ITO Naoki believes Bangladesh should begin intense negotiations with his country so that the duo could sign a comprehensive economic partnership agreement.
Singapore minister says mega trade deal backed by China ‘signals a commitment’ to economic integration
Pacific countries, including China, Japan, Australia and Singapore, on Sunday signed the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP).