Japanese baseball has a rich history, but a series of structural factors stand in the way of it becoming a phenomenon in America.
From Tradition to Transformation: The women redefining Japan’s workplace culture
In 2023, women occupied just 8.3% of senior positions in private corporations in Japan, and among the top 1,643 firms listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange’s prime market in 2024, only 0.8% had female …
Metaplanet, Japan’s Biggest Corporate Bitcoin Holder, Adds Eric Trump as Adviser
Tokyo-based Metaplanet is forming a strategic board of advisers with Eric Trump as one of the appointees, as the company continues to spur bitcoin (BTC) adoption, according to a press release on …
Most Japan firms stay committed to diversity despite US moves, Reuters survey shows
More than three-quarters of Japanese companies have no plan to pull back from promoting workplace diversity and decarbonisation despite recent policy changes in the United States, a Reuters survey showed on Friday.
Cherry Blossom, Free Visas and Stronger Rouble See Russians Flock to Japan
With most of Europe having banned direct flights with Russia, and Japan offering free visas, Russians are exploring new holiday destinations and making the most of the strengthening rouble and a rise …
Japan becomes first non-host nation to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Japan has qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup to be held in the U.S., Canada and Mexico. Japan is the first non-host country to qualify for the event.
Japan’s Exports Growth Aided by Pre-Tariff Demand From U.S.
The rush to secure products before President Trump imposes higher tariffs on imports into the U.S. has helped boost shipments from Japan.
Solo Leveling: Japan’s Hidden Objective, Explained
Solo Leveling ‘s Jeju Island Raid Arc was set in motion when the Japanese Hunters decided to help the South Korean Hunters. The raid went well until a formidable foe appeared and disrupted things. The …
Tanaka’s Japan first team to qualify for World Cup
Leeds United’s Ao Tanaka has helped Japan become the first team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup finals. The midfielder appeared as a half-time substitute as Japan beat Bahrain 2-0 in Saitama to …
Japan’s Shockingly Cheap Homes Go Viral – What’s the Catch?
Abandoned house for sale Recently, a Twitter user, @TwonXBT posted about an abandoned house listing in Japan, questioning whether it was a good purchase, considering the cheap price to own a house …