Renesas Electronics Corp. is exploring a sale of its timing division in a deal that could value the business at close to $2 billion, according to people familiar with the matter.
Death penalty for Japan man who killed four in gun and knife attack
A Japanese court has sentenced to death a man who killed four people in a shooting and stabbing attack in 2023, rejecting the defence’s argument that he has schizophrenia.
In Japan, fears over foreign-owned land prompt review of sales to deter ‘bad actors’
Officials are concerned about strategic land near military bases and water supplies falling into foreign hands.
Producer Erik Feig to Launch New Studio With $1 Billion Backing from Saudi Arabia, Japan
The new studio is backed by MiSK Group, SNK and MBC Group, all of which have ties to Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
Pace eyes great strides for Japan’s art market
Pace Gallery, one of the largest art galleries in the world, has an ambitious mission in Japan: turning the country into a leading regional art market. And for Pace’s Japan branch, having more …
Football: Moriyasu eyes Japan’s first win over Brazil, Ancelotti calm
Japan manager Hajime Moriyasu said Japan will be out to get their first win over a record five-time World Cup champions Brazil in a h …
Japan Is Putting American Missiles On Its Destroyers – Here’s How They Work & What They’re For
As part of an ongoing effort to increase its defense strategy, Japan will be adding American-designed missiles to its Destroyers. Here’s what you need to know.
Kazakhstan wins EXPO 2025 Osaka Theme Development nomination
The EXPO 2025 Osaka opened in April focusing on the theme Designing Future Society for Our Lives wrapped in Japan, Kazinform News Agency cites the Kazakh Trade and Integration Ministry’s press service …
Japanese business groups concerned over ruling coalition split
Major Japanese business groups on Friday expressed concern over the possible political instability arising from the Komeito party’s w …
Takaichi’s bid for Japan’s premiership jolted as Komeito quits ruling coalition, NHK reports
Komeito Chief Representative said that the LDP “failed to provide sufficient answers regarding political funding issues.” …