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Japan Times
JAPAN / Society
Nov 2, 2017

Tokyo single father takes on paternity harassment with case against Mitsubishi UFJ Morgan Stanley Securities Co.

A Canadian single father who filed a complaint against Mitsubishi UFJ Morgan Stanley Securities Co. — claiming he was harassed after he took a paternity leave — said Thursday that he hopes his case will highlight workplace struggles faced by fathers in Japan.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Nov 1, 2017

U.S. states allege broad generic drug price-fixing collusion, triggering fall in pharmaceutical stocks

A large group of U.S. states accused key players in the generic drug industry of a broad price-fixing conspiracy, moving on Tuesday to widen an earlier lawsuit to add many more drug makers and medicines in an action that sent some company shares tumbling.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Tech
Oct 26, 2017

Twitter could turn first-ever profit in 4Q as it slashes expenses

Twitter Inc. said on Thursday it could turn its first ever profit in the fourth quarter, after making sweeping cuts in expenses the past few months and finding sources of revenue beyond the advertising that dominates social media.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Oct 25, 2017

Eco-friendly and self-driving cars showcased at Tokyo Motor Show

Green-energy vehicles, self-driving technologies and internet connectivity are expected to be the rage at this year's Tokyo Motor Show slated to open to the public Saturday at the Tokyo Big Sight convention center in Koto Ward.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Oct 19, 2017

WPP alliance dead with or without Bain deal, Asatsu-DK CEO says

Asatsu-DK Inc.'s chief executive officer said he is determined to sever an alliance with top stockholder WPP PLC, seven months after the world's largest advertising agency called on share owners to vote him out.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Sep 29, 2017

Twitter tells congressional aides it suspended hundreds of Russia-linked accounts but seen coming up short

Twitter said on Thursday it had suspended hundreds of Russian-linked accounts and would ramp up enforcement of its spam rules as it probes online campaigns to influence the 2016 U.S. election.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Sep 27, 2017

Twitter to let some break 140-character limit in test

Twitter Inc., struggling to attract new users, will lift its 140-character limit on tweets in an experiment with a small group that may expand to the entire social media platform.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Tech
Sep 27, 2017

U.K. inventor James Dyson aims for electric car launch by 2020

James Dyson, the billionaire British inventor of the bagless vacuum cleaner, said on Tuesday his company was working on developing an electric car to be launched by 2020.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Sep 24, 2017

Could even a missile alert stop Japanese from going to the office?

Flexible working styles like telecommuting would benefit Japan on many levels.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Sep 22, 2017

From Russia with fuel: North Korean ships may be undermining sanctions

At least eight North Korean ships that left Russia with a cargo of fuel this year headed for their homeland despite declaring other destinations, a ploy that U.S. officials say is often used to undermine sanctions.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Sep 19, 2017

McDonald's secret sauce for success in Japan

McDonald's Japan took a series of hits starting in 2014 that threatened to crack its golden arches: a supplier was selling expired chicken, a human tooth was found in french fries and a child was injured by a plastic shard in a sundae.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Sep 17, 2017

Beyond Airbnb: Minpaku market poised for growth

Needing a place to stay before moving to a new home, James Degan recently went on Airbnb and found an apartment in Tokyo's upscale Minato Ward. At ¥8,000 per night with a double bed and fully equipped kitchen, it came cheaper than staying in a hotel and was conveniently located near a station close...
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
Sep 17, 2017

Sports conference offers companies chance to help improve Japan's stadiums and arenas

We have witnessed Japanese athletes develop into global stars over the past 10, 20 years. But the country still has a long way to go in order to stand on an equal footing with the world's most advanced sports facilities.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Sep 7, 2017

McDonald's Japan adding restaurants as turnaround gains momentum

McDonald's Japan is adding to its restaurant count in the second half of the year, underscoring a turnaround that has seen same-store sales climb for 21 straight months.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Tech
Aug 31, 2017

How a rice lover's robot revolutionized the modern sushi industry

Kisaku Suzuki, creator of the world's first sushi robot, once ran a company that made candy-wrapping machines. And he was angry.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Aug 23, 2017

For foreign companies in Japan, adapting to local culture seen as key to success

Adjusting to culture in Japan is often a challenge for foreign residents. The same goes for foreign companies.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Aug 15, 2017

Toshiba's hopes for quick chip unit sale imperiled as talks stall over payment timing

Toshiba Corp.'s talks to sell its chip business to a consortium led by Bain Capital have hit an impasse over the timing of payments for business and governance issues, according to people familiar with the matter, casting doubt on the company's ability to complete a deal quickly.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Tech
Jul 20, 2017

With Switch, Nintendo seen enticing players to use just one device

For more than two decades, Nintendo Co.'s twin product lines were the envy of its rivals: a home console and a handheld gaming device. But signs are emerging that its new hybrid Switch may upend all of that.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Society
Jul 2, 2017

'No foreign tenants' — and not much you can do about it

Landlords in Japan are within their rights to refuse to rent to foreign residents, but some services are stepping in to bridge the gap.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Society
Jul 2, 2017

Survey: What's been your experience of trying to rent an apartment in Japan?

We asked foreign residents to tell us about the hurdles they faced when trying to rent an apartment in Japan. The following is a selection of their responses.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jun 28, 2017

Japan's corporate chiefs face more scrutiny over cushy retirement roles

For decades, boards allowed former executives to linger on as highly paid advisers, without offering shareholders much detail about their roles. Now, there are signs that cushy retirement gigs may no longer be a sure thing.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jun 27, 2017

Takata's new Chinese owner a big player in auto safety, looks to keep operations intact

Wang Jianfeng has been on an epic acquisition tear over the past decade, assembling a formidable auto parts empire in China with $4 billion in revenue.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Society
Jun 16, 2017

Japan's corporations make strides to foster inclusive LGBT work environment

In May 2015, Hiroki Inaba, vice president of Goldman Sachs Japan Co.'s legal department, came out as gay, after almost 13 years with the company and 10 years since the company established its LGBT Network, which was formed by staff to promote understanding of sexual minorities.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Tech
Jun 9, 2017

SoftBank gains cutting-edge robotics with Boston Dynamics acquisition

The SoftBank Group invests in a robotic future by purchasing Boston Dynamics from Google parent Alphabet along with Japanese robot maker Schaft.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Jun 1, 2017

Japan's most-shorted stock faces AGM pressure as largest shareholder Effissimo looms

The most-shorted stock on Japan's Nikkei 225 Stock Average, a shipping line, is facing rough seas again.
Japan Times
LIFE / Food & Drink
May 20, 2017

Japan ramen chain takes on U.S. foodie scene for overseas growth

To bring savory noodles to locales around the world, the operator of ramen chain Ippudo has had to adapt one of Japan's best-known specialties.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
May 9, 2017

Toshiba warns Western Digital to stop impeding chip unit sale

Toshiba Corp. has told partner Western Digital Corp. to stop interfering in plans to sell its memory chip business, warning it may take legal action to prevent the U.S. company from derailing the sale.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / YEN FOR LIVING
Apr 22, 2017

Tellmeclub's bankruptcy grounds discount travel services

On March 27, discount travel company Tellmeclub filed for bankruptcy while a number of its Japanese customers were still overseas on package tours.

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