From pink plum blossoms in Setagaya to purple sprays of wisteria in Fukuoka, here are five alternative bloom festivals in Japan – and how to enjoy them responsibly.
Nissan recalls a batch of new LEAF EVs in Japan due to a battery defect
Nissan issued a recall in Japan for the new LEAF on March 27 due to a high-voltage battery issue. In a statement, Nissan said the recall was due to improperly manufactured electrode plates used in the …
China demands more than just regret from Japan after embassy break-in
BEIJING, March 27 (Reuters) – Japan has expressed its regret over the break-in at the Chinese embassy in Tokyo by a knife-wielding Japanese military officer, but that is “far from enough,” the Chinese …
Japan finance minister warns of oil-driven FX speculation, vows decisive action
TOKYO, March 27 (Reuters) – Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama said on Friday that the government was ready to take decisive steps on foreign exchange, warning against speculative trading …
Japan Prime Minister vows to resolve North Korea abductions
PM Takaichi pledged to resolve the issue of N. Korea’s abduction of Japanese citizens during her term, saying she has secured full support from US …
Bank of Japan may raise rates by June as Iran war fuels inflation, its ex-top economist says
By Leika Kihara and Takahiko Wada TOKYO, March 26 (Reuters) – The Bank of Japan is likely to raise interest rates by June, as rising oil costs from the Iran war heightens the chance of being too late …
Iran war fuels Asia energy crunch as India, Japan, others feel strain
India, Bangladesh, the Philippines and South Korea are all facing energy shortages as the Iran war starts to take a toll on Asian nations.
China complains to Japan about Tokyo embassy break-in
BEIJING, March 24 (Reuters) – China has lodged solemn representations with the Japanese after what it described as a “forceful break-in” at its embassy in Tokyo, the Chinese foreign ministry said on …
Japan just stepped up its currency warnings — and the dollar could feel it
The yen has been the funding currency for carry trades, where investors borrow cheaply in Japan and invest in higher-yielding assets abroad.
Blackstone plans to invest $15B in Japanese property over three years – report
Blackstone (BX), the private equity giant, plans to invest $15B in Japan’s property market over a three-year period, according to a media report on Tuesday. The firm is seeking to acquire properties …