The Japanese auto industry stands to lose billions as a result of the US tariff war which is creating what the country’s prime minister has said is a “national crisis.” …
Japan Trading House Shares Rise, Berkshire to Hold Long Term
Shares of Japanese trading houses climbed after Warren Buffett said he expects Berkshire Hathaway Inc. to hold its investments in them for 50 years or more.
Muji opens its first flagship store in the Philippines
Muji, the Japanese brand beloved by minimalists (and many who aren’t), launched its first flagship store in the Philippines on April 24 in Glorietta 3, Makati. Its eighth and biggest store in the …
Toyota buys 40% stake in Indonesia used-car seller Astra Digital Mobil
NAGOYA — Toyota Motor has acquired a 40% stake in Indonesian used-car dealer Astra Digital Mobil, the Japanese automaker’s Asia subsidiary announced on Tuesday, as it looks to expand its reach in the …
Germany, Italy, Japan, Spain need foreign workers; India is the answer
Dr Jaishankar said India was preparing to meet the rising international demand for skilled and semi-skilled workers …
Japan’s SMBC is closer to acquiring 51% stake in India’s Yes Bank, sources say
Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp (SMBC) is close to agreement on acquiring a stake in Yes Bank, with the Japanese firm eyeing a majority 51% equity in the Indian lender, three sources familiar with the …
Japan and China accuse each other of violating airspace near disputed islands
Japan and China have accused each other of violating the airspace around the Japanese-controlled East China Sea islands, which Beijing also claims.
Should You Sneak a Pet Into a No-Pet Apartment in Japan—or Find a Pet-Friendly One?
Finding a pet-friendly apartment in Japan isn’t easy for animal lovers. Once they click the “pet-friendly” checkbox on a search filter, their options go from practically hundreds to pretty limited. It …
Japan’s SMBC inches closer to acquiring 51% stake in India’s Yes Bank, sources say
Talks between Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp (SUMFGI.UL) (SMBC) and Yes Bank are apace as the Japanese firm eyes a majority 51% stake in the Indian lender, three sources familiar with the deal said on …
From safe haven to hidden hazard: Bangladesh’s growing yen debt strain
Bangladesh’s strategy of borrowing in Japanese yen to sidestep high dollar-based interest rates is showing signs of backfiring, as currency volatility and rising interest rates in Japan begin to take …