President Donald Trump sent out letters to nations that haven’t entered into trade agreements with the U.S., informing them of their new tariff rates.
Support for Japan PM Ishiba slides further as key election approaches
Support for Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba slid further ahead of major national elections, a poll by public broadcaster NHK showed on Monday, as voters gave the thumbs-up instead to tax cuts …
How Japan is using 3D tech and traditional craft to protect cultural heritage from climate risks
Japan is combining cutting-edge 3D scanning with centuries-old craftsmanship to protect cultural heritage from climate change, earthquakes, and humidity — starting with the iconic Eiheiji temple in …
How China tightened its grip over its rare earth sector
When China restricted rare earth exports to Japan in 2010 during a diplomatic spat, a wild west domestic industry undermined Beijing with rampant smuggling.
What is Japan’s trade policy on rice?
U.S. President Donald Trump has complained that Japan was not buying American rice, putting pressure on Tokyo as it struggles to seal a trade deal before so-called “reciprocal” tariffs are set to kick …
Sanofi’s (NASDAQ:SNY) Riliprubart Granted Orphan Frug Designation in Japan
Sanofi (NASDAQ:SNY) is one of the 11 Best 52-Week Low Stocks to Buy Right Now. On June 30, Sanofi (NASDAQ:SNY) announced that its Riliprubart has been granted orphan drug designation in Japan for …
Report: Japan to ‘export’ six destroyer ships to Philippines
Tokyo-based newspaper “Yomiuri Shimbun” reported that the governments of Japan and the Philippines have reached an agreement for the export of six used Abukuma-class destroyer escorts.
Foreign investors in Japan avoid $690m in taxes with Singapore loophole
TOKYO — Investors putting money into Japan via Singapore avoided roughly 99 billion yen ($690 million) in Japanese taxes between 2020 and 2022 through a treaty loophole allowing them to double-dip on …
Japan tariff negotiator held “in-depth” talks with Lutnick, Japan government says
Japan’s tariff negotiator Ryosei Akazawa held “in-depth exchanges” over the phone with U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick on Thursday and Saturday, the Japanese government said.
A Manga Is Causing Earthquake Panic in Japan
Earthquakes can’t be predicted. But a manga artist’s dream of a July 5 ‘megaquake’ has spooked some residents and travelers.