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Bank of Japan keeps rates steady, cuts growth forecasts on US tariff hit
The Bank of Japan (BOJ) kept interest rates steady and sharply cut its growth forecasts on Thursday (May 1), suggesting uncertainty…
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Trump’s Tariffs Lead Japan to Slash Its Economic Growth Forecast
The growing list of major economies warning of weaker growth because of U.S. tariffs has a new member. The Bank of Japan said on Thursday…
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Japan denies report citing Bessent’s push for strong yen
Japan’s top currency diplomat on Monday (Apr 28) denied a media report that US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent had told his Japanese…
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Bank of Japan to hit pause on rate-hike path as economic risks mount
The Bank of Japan (BOJ) is widely expected to signal a pause in policy normalisation this week as US tariffs heighten global uncertainty,…
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Markets Rise on Hints of Easing Trade Tensions
Markets rose on Friday, setting the stage for their fourth straight positive day, as investors continued to look for signs of easing trade…
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U.S. Urges Japan and South Korea to Commit to Alaska L.N.G. Project
Officials in the United States are urging Japan and South Korea to make a formal commitment within the next few weeks to a $44 billion…
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A Waitress in Japan Noticed a New Mom Struggling to Enjoy Her Meal. What She Did Next Left the Woman Speechless (Exclusive)
A waitress in Japan offered to hold Maggie Boynton's newborn so she and her husband could enjoy a peaceful meal together The heartwarming…
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Indo-Pacific map shows where US bombers operate outside of America
The United States has been rotating its bomber fleet, including those that are equipped for nuclear armament, in the Indo-Pacific region…
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Bus Driver Denied $84,000 Pension After Stealing $7, Japan's Supreme Court Decides
I'd never defend stealing on the job, but losing your retirement over the monetary equivalent of a stapler is a ridiculously…
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Industry leader announces surprising fuel upgrade that could change how we fly
Cosmo Energy Holdings, the third-largest oil refiner in Japan, is beginning to produce sustainable aviation fuel and working toward…
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Asia: Markets boosted by ‘Big Progress’ in Japan tariff talks
Tokyo led stocks higher on Thursday (Apr 17) as optimism over Japan-US trade talks offset Federal Reserve boss Jerome Powell’s warning…
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Trump, U.S. officials meet with first-in-line Japan on tariff relief
President Trump said Wednesday he met with a delegation from Japan to negotiate "trade fairness" as nations try to avoid the reimposition…
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Both Admired and Resented by Trump, Japan Scrambles to Stay Close
This month in the White House’s Rose Garden, as he held up a placard showing the global wave of tariffs he wanted to impose, President…
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Japan Targets Google Over Alleged Search Monopoly on Android Devices
Japan's Fair Trade Commission has ordered Google, a unit of Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOG), to cease certain business practices deemed…
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Discover the top 10 things to do in Tokyo, Japan
Forget the notion that Tokyo is nothing but a concrete sprawl, neon and crowds—that tells only a small part of the city’s story. From…
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Your essential guide to visiting Tokyo, Japan
One of the world’s most populous cities, Tokyo brings together many of the elements that make Japan so popular with travelers. Visit…
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Expo 2025 Osaka offers culture and innovation to visitors to Japan
Japan's Expo 2025 Osaka is open to visitors, offering a swathe of exhibits all about the climate and sustainability from 160 countries…
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Japan rules out big Trump concessions, must understand "emotional" views
By Shane Croucher is a Breaking News Editor based in London, UK. He has previously overseen the My Turn, Fact Check and News teams, and…
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Why tourist information centers are some of Asia’s top tourist attractions
Many travelers associate tourist information centers with maps and help finding a nearby public bathroom. But Tammy Mermelstein counts her…
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A practical guide to collecting Japan's eki stamps
This article was produced by National Geographic Traveller (UK). Now ubiquitous in many of Japan’s 9,000 stations, the first eki stamp…
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An inside guide to Tohoku—Japan’s historic ryokan region
The Tohoku region of Japan is synonymous with the great 17th-century writer Matsuo Basho — whose journey into the north of his country was…
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Map shows China and Russian military aircraft buzzing US allies
The Chinese and Russian militaries in 2024 conducted extensive flight operations near Japan and South Korea, which are United States…
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Berkshire sells 90 billion yen bonds in smallest Japan deal
Berkshire Hathaway priced 90 billion yen (S$628 million) of bonds on Friday (Apr 11), completing the yen deal even as sharp market…
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Contributor: Trump's latest trade war with China is sorely needed
On Wednesday, President Trump abruptly announced a 90-day pause on most of his planned country-specific “reciprocal” tariffs — with the…