TOKYO (AP) — Japanese prosecutors have charged two Americans, Michael Taylor and his son Peter, in connection with the escape of former Nissan Chairman Carlos Ghosn to Lebanon. Tokyo District …
Olympics overseas fan ban hits Japan tourism sector
After Olympics organisers announced a ban on spectators from abroad, those working in Japan’s tourism industry are counting their losses. Experts say the impact will be limited compared to the much …
Japan may grant special entry to some foreign volunteers for Olympics: report
TOKYO (Reuters) – Japan has decided to bar international spectators from the Tokyo Olympics, but is considering granting special entry permission to some 500 foreign volunteers, Japanese media said on …
International spectators to be barred from Olympics in Japan
International spectators will not be allowed to enter Japan for this summer’s Olympic Games amid public concerns over coronavirus, organisers said on Saturday, crushing many fans’ hopes and setting …
Japan shares tumble as fire at chip factory hits Renesas, carmakers
Carmakers led declines in Japanese shares on Monday after a fire at semiconductor supplier Renesas Electronics’ plant fanned worries about more chip supply shortfalls hitting vehicle production. TOKYO …
Japan shares tumble as fire at chip factory hits Renesas, carmakers
Carmakers led declines in Japanese shares on Monday after a fire at semiconductor supplier Renesas Electronics’ plant fanned worries about more chip supply shortfalls hitting vehicle production. TOKYO …
Injured Son out of South Korea friendly against Japan
Tottenham Hotspur’s Son Heung-min will miss South Korea’s friendly against Japan this week because of injury, the Korea Football Association said.
Japan car makers scramble to assess impact of Renesas auto chip-plant fire
Toyota, Nissan, Honda and other Japanese automakers scrambled on Monday to assess the production impact of a fire at a Renesas Electronics automotive chip plant that could aggravate a global …
Strong quake shakes Japan; minor injuries, no major damage
A strong earthquake struck Saturday off northern Japan, shaking buildings even in Tokyo and triggering a tsunami advisory for a part of the northern coast. No major damage …
South Korea May Seek Stronger Military Ties With Japan
Mar.21 — South Korea’s defense minister indicated the military should play a greater role beyond the peninsula and enhance ties with Japan in a trilateral alliance with the U.S. to boost …