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ASIA PACIFIC
Apr 24, 2023

Land of sake, gold, premium tools and elegant geigi

The Group of Seven comprises Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States, and receives representation from the EU as well. It was originally formed in 1973 as a forum for the world’s major industrialized nations to discuss economic issues. From an initial informal...
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Apr 21, 2023

Japan's broadening inflationary pressures test BOJ's dovish stance

Consumer inflation held steady above the central bank's target in March and an index excluding fuel costs rose at the fastest annual pace in four decades.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Apr 15, 2023

Beautiful nature provides respite, outdoor activities

Nagano Prefecture is known for its mountains, hosting part of “the Japan Alps,” a term coined by a British man during the Meiji Era (1868 to 1912). Mountain ranges above 3,000 meters stretch north to south through central Japan over six different prefectures, drawing climbers, mountain lovers, skiers...
Japan Times
LIFE / Food & Drink
Apr 14, 2023

Noma Kyoto’s eclectic beverage lineup leaves no stone unturned

As with the food menu, the beverage program at Noma Kyoto is the fruit of long, deep and, by all accounts, highly enjoyable consideration by Noma’s head sommelier, Ava Mees List.
Japan Times
CULTURE
Apr 14, 2023

Disney super fans keep the magic alive in Japan

As Tokyo Disneyland marks its 40th anniversary, influencers such as Christopher Nilghe and Yoshika Yoshida celebrate on social media.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Apr 13, 2023

Skyrocketing milk prices in India add to cost-of-living challenge for Modi

The average retail price of milk in India has increased by 12% from a year ago, amid rising feed costs and lower dairy yields, ahead of national elections next summer.
Japan Times
LIFE / Food & Drink
Apr 12, 2023

At Noma Kyoto, chef Rene Redzepi plants ‘seeds’ for the future

The world's best chef is experimenting with the next phase of fine dining at his Kyoto pop-up.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Apr 9, 2023

Ueda takes over top BOJ job with a long to-do list

There will be little time to celebrate for Ueda, an academic, author and former BOJ board member who will be under the microscope as he leads the central bank through a crucial period.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Apr 9, 2023

Could Hokkaido be the key to Japan's renewable ambitions?

As Japan looks to shift its energy mix toward cleaner sources, vast Hokkaido is drawing attention for its enormous potential for wind power.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Apr 7, 2023

Seven-Eleven’s owner says new committee to review spinoffs and IPOs

The committee of outside board members will recommend changes and execute them, the eight independent directors said in a statement.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Apr 4, 2023

North Koreans trapped in 'state-sponsored slavery' in Russia

China and Russia have become loopholes helping the North earn badly needed cash as it deals with the fallout of international sanctions and the pandemic.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Regional Voices: Hiroshima
Apr 3, 2023

Aiming for zero waste, Hiroshima firms gear up for plastic recycling drive

A number of companies based in the prefecture are either developing their own recycling techniques or contributing to wider efforts to improve local environmental standards.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Apr 3, 2023

Japan’s manufacturer sentiment worsens in support of BOJ policy

The deterioration in manufacturers’ confidence reflects concerns over a possible global slowdown amid interest rate rises, suggesting a need for the central bank to keep up QE.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Apr 1, 2023

In Taiwan’s waters, a hunt for tiny, wriggling ‘gold’

In the 1980s and ’90s, Taiwan’s eel industry was thriving, fueled by Japan’s appetite for unagi. But those days are gone.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Mar 28, 2023

AI and social media are a dangerous combination

The TikTok feeding frenzy reflects genuine fear about social media influence and AI, but a solution is elusive.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / ANALYSIS
Mar 27, 2023

With COVID downgrade, Japan expects an economic windfall

According to one estimate, the negative economic impact of COVID-19 for the rest of this year could be ¥800 billion lower due to its reclassification.
BUSINESS / Longform
Mar 27, 2023

Can the return of international cruises bolster Japan’s beleaguered tourism industry?

The industry is struggling to deal with pandemic-induced challenges such as staff shortages and concerned residents near ports.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Mar 26, 2023

I saw America snatch defeat from victory in Iraq

Few of us who were on the ground couldn't imagine that the Iraq war could go so well, or the peace so badly.
Japan Times
LIFE / Food & Drink
Mar 24, 2023

Lab-grown poultry nears U.S. plates

First, it was the 'impossible' burger. Now, 'impossible' chicken nuggets might not be far behind.
Japan Times
PODCAST / deep dive
Mar 23, 2023

The cherry blossoms are here and business is blooming

Kathleen Benoza explains what's at stake during the hanami season, while Thu-Huong Ha and Alyssa I. Smith discuss the science, symbolism and culture of sakura in Japan.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Mar 19, 2023

The cherry blossoms are back, but is Tokyo?

Japan’s famous petals are blooming, and for the first time in four years so are the associated parties. But not everything COVID-19 took away will return.
JAPAN
Mar 15, 2023

Kenichi Chin, 'Iron Chef' of Chinese cuisine, dies at 67

Chin, whose real name was Kenichi Azuma, was the oldest son of Kenmin Chin, who is believed to have popularized Sichuan cuisine in Japan.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Mar 14, 2023

Regional U.S. banks slammed by fear of a broader financial crisis

Across the U.S., banks of various sizes are battling market turmoil as customers rushed to withdraw their deposits and investors, worried about more bank runs, dumped bank stocks.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / FOCUS
Mar 14, 2023

Tokyo to get major new office spaces this year, but is there demand?

Massive redevelopment projects in central areas are opening at a time when the vacancy rate is already indicating oversupply.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Explainer
Mar 13, 2023

Japan’s mask rules end — with some caveats

The government started leaving the decision on masking largely up to individuals Monday. But that doesn’t mean that everyone can throw out their face coverings in all situations.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Mar 13, 2023

Rice into low-carbon plastic: bringing hope to a struggling Fukushima town

A toasted rice aroma hangs around the factory line, where rice is combined with small plastic beads, heated and kneaded before being extruded in thin rods.

Longform

Visitors walk past Sou Fujimoto's Grand Ring, which has been recognized as the largest wooden structure in the world.
Can a World Expo still matter? Japan is about to find out.