The Latest and Greatest in Japanese Style

Do you count yourself among the many who admire Japanese style? If that's the case, I'm confident you'll enjoy what you read here. One of the most ubiquitous styles in history is Japanese street style. Community as a cultural focal point and a willingness to take chances are two of th...

Ahead of the Fed's important rate decision, Japan's stock market rises about 2%, pacing Asia's advance.

As investors awaited the latest information on the U.S. Federal Reserve's rate hike decision, Asia-Pacific markets climbed on Wednesday. The Fed is attempting to balance its inflation fight and stem a banking crisis.

The Nikkei 225 in Japan led regional advances, rising 1.93 percent...

In April, Japan and South Korea will hold their first security discussions in five years.

According to a diplomatic source on Monday, preparations are being made for the first working-level security talks between Japan and South Korea in more than five years to take place next month, ahead of a planned visit by President Yoon Suk Yeol to the United States.

As Tokyo and Seoul...

Is there hope for Korean movies in April's releases? Movies to watch out for this April

Hollywood and Japanese films have continued to break box office records in the first quarter of 2023, while Korean films have been struggling. In February, the top two movies were "The First Slam Dunk," a Japanese anime, and "Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania," a Marvel superh...

Through international theater collaboration, new Japanese plays are being put on in London.

In January, three plays by Japanese women were put on in London as a way to show people from other countries some of the best new dramatists from Japan. Foreign theatregoers may know more about Japan's kabuki dramas than its modern plays, but the British and Japanese theater companies behind ...

Fujitsu is speeding up digital transformation with its AI Demand Forecast Service

Fujitsu and Toridoll said that Fujitsu's AI demand forecast service would be used in 823 Toridoll-run Marugame Udon noodle shops in Japan. Based on weather data and POS data that Toridoll already has, the service will allow Toridoll to accurately predict the number of customers and sales for ...

These are the 10 Newest Spring 2023 Fashions from Japan.

If you're into clothes, you need to know what's happening in spring 2023 Japanese fashion. You should expect to see these 10 trends popping up all over the place. We can't wait to see how individuals interpret and wear these trends, which range from bright hues to unusual patterns. Wi...

South Korea has made an announcement regarding a proposal to settle a labour dispute with Japan that dates back to the war.

On Monday, South Korea unveiled a controversial plan to raise local civilian funds to compensate Koreans who won damages in cases against Japanese businesses that enslaved them during World War II.

The proposal is a reflection of conservative South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol's d...

Japan cancels the launch of a new rocket carrying a missile sensor.

As the supplemental booster engines failed to ignite, Japan's space agency canceled the launch of its next-generation H3 rocket on Friday, according to officials. The main engine of the rocket, which is carrying an observation satellite and an experimental sensor to detect missile launches, h...

In January, Japan recorded a record trade imbalance of 3.5 trillion yen

Japan recorded its largest-ever trade deficit of 3.5 trillion yen in January as energy import prices rose and export growth slowed, with record red ink noted with major trading partner China, according to the Finance Ministry on Thursday. The deficit surpassed the previous record of 2.82 trillion...

Japan will reduce COVID-19 to flu status and relax rules even further.

COVID-19 is currently classified as a Class 2 disease in Japan, alongside SARS and tuberculosis, and is subject to restrictions on patient and close contact movement while permitting central and local governments to take emergency measures. Downgrading it to Class 5 would result in the abolition ...

Kuroda, the BOJ's "bazooka" leader, is leaving down after a record term.

Haruhiko Kuroda, governor of the Bank of Japan, is stepping down after a 10-year stint marked by his famous "bazooka" of loose money policies aimed at revitalizing the country's dormant economy. Since his appointment, the central bank's assets have doubled, exceeding GDP for the...

10 Tips on Japanese Business Etiquette & Traditions!

Because they cherish respect, the Japanese place a premium on civility. It is critical to study as much as possible about their business norms before joining their industry. It is generally a good idea to learn about the cultural norms of a potential business partner country. Japan is no exceptio...

Popular Japanese Fashion Trends in 2023

Japanese fashion is cantered on culture, community, self-expression, and risk-taking. The 2023 trends are inspired by Tokyo's everyday life and aesthetics, notably Harajuku streets: vibrant colours, large proportions, experimental layers, clashing prints, and tactile materials. In addition, 2...

Japan goes countrywide with computerized prescriptions.

Japan started its electronic prescription service on Thursday, allowing doctors' prescriptions to be communicated with pharmacists electronically. The system tries to eliminate duplication and errors. Doctors will continue to write prescriptions on paper. Doctors enter patient prescription in...

Transparent clams discovered off the coast of Hokkaido provide a glimpse into the mysteries of the deep water.

The Japanese archipelago sits on the edge of the Eurasian tectonic plate, where the Philippine and Pacific plates slide beneath it. Because of this peculiar convergence, the eastern side of the Japanese shoreline swiftly collapses into a series of trenches, some of which reach approximately 10,00...

The Japanese Automobile Industry

Since the 1960s, Japan has been one of the world's top three vehicle producing countries, cementing its position as a world leader in automotive manufacture and technology. The automobile business is home to some of the company's most well-known global brands. Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Mitsu...

More illnesses, the Japanese worry, will result from downgrading Covid to flu.

According to media reports from Saturday, millions of people in Japan are at long-term risk of contracting the deadly Covid-19 virus if the government downgrades its legal status from pandemic to seasonal flu. Japan Today notes that this spring, teachers, health professionals, and other residents...

Guidelines for Creating Your Own Unique Japanese Stamp, or Hanko

A change in demand for hanko, Japan's version of personal stamps, was mentioned in one of our recent articles. Still, these seals are deeply ingrained in Japanese culture, so if you're going to be living there for a time, you should obtain one. Learn more about hanko, the several kinds of...

The IKEA Story in Japan: A Look Back with Heart

With multiple outlets across the country and a steady stream of loyal consumers who have trusted the brand since 2006, IKEA has successfully established itself in Japan. But it took IKEA two tries before it was successful in Japan. The company first sold its wares in Japan in 1974, but by 1986, i...