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Japanese PM urges UN to undergo sweeping reforms

(MENAFN) On Tuesday, Japan’s outgoing Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba underscored that international peace and stability do not sustain themselves automatically but require constant safeguarding. He pressed for sweeping reforms of the UN Security...

Tokyo Stocks Post Recovery on Monday

(MENAFN) Tokyo’s benchmark stock index soared on Monday, snapping a two-day lull and setting a new record high, as robust buying by overseas investors — spurred by Wall Street gains — sent shares sharply higher. The Nikkei 225 jumped 447.85...

Japanese Farm Minister Enters Race for LDP Leadership

(MENAFN) Japanese Farm Minister Shinjiro Koizumi officially announced his candidacy on Saturday to lead the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), aiming to rejuvenate the economy and restore the party’s influence following its setback in July’s...

From Tokyo to the World: Rui Bigmoon Brings Japanese Spiritual Wisdom to a Global Audience

TOKYO, JAPAN, September 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- From Tokyo to the World: Rui Bigmoon Brings Japanese Spiritual Wisdom to a Global Audience Japanese author Rui Bigmoon announces the release of a new English-language spiritual self-help...

Over 185% Liquidity Improvements on BitMEX Derivatives Contracts Following Strategic AWS Tokyo Migration

VICTORIA, Seychelles, Sept. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BitMEX, one of the world’s safest crypto exchanges, today announced the transformative impact of its successful trading engine migration to AWS Tokyo. The move has delivered liquidity...

VarmX receives Phase 1 waiver from Japanese regulator PMDA for lead asset VMX-C001

VarmX receives Phase 1 waiver from Japanese regulator PMDA for lead asset VMX-C001 Japanese regulator, the PMDA, waived the requirement for a Phase 1 trial in Japanese subjects for lead asset VMX-C001, enabling it to go straight to Phase 3...

Central Japanese city enacts regulation to restrict screen time

(MENAFN) On Monday, a central Japanese city enacted a rule advising the population to reduce phone usage, video game consoles, as well as other electronics to 2 hours a day apart from work and school. However, there will be no fines imposed. A...

Tokyo Governor Tours U.S., Urging Cities Worldwide to Fight Common Challenges Together

TOKYO, JAPAN, September 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tokyo Governor Koike Yuriko has called on cities around the world to unite in tackling common urban issues, especially disaster resilience. Her proposal comes at a time when national...

Tokyo's Waseda University to Launch Season 2 of its English Podcast “Rigorous Research, Real Impact”

Season 2 will showcase the diverse work of Waseda social sciences and humanities researchers and also introduce the English-based degree programs they teach in. TOKYO, JAPAN, September 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Following the success of the...

ICONIC EVENTS RELEASING & LIONSGATE PRESENT 25th ANNIVERSARY 4K THEATRICAL-CUT OF JAPANESE ACTION-THRILLER BATTLE ROYALE

Iconic Events Releasing and Lionsgate celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the Japanese horror-thriller Battle Royale with North American theatrical run in October LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, September 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Iconic...

Tokyo Stocks Close Wednesday in Red

(MENAFN) Tokyo’s stock market dropped sharply on Wednesday, halting a five-day upward run as investors cashed in gains on major holdings. The Nikkei 225 index closed at 44,790.38, retreating 111.89 points, or 0.25%, from Tuesday’s finish. Pressure...

Tokyo Stocks End Tuesday Higher

(MENAFN) Tokyo stocks climbed for a second consecutive session on Tuesday, lifted by a robust rally in U.S. technology shares that boosted investor sentiment. The 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average gained 134.15 points, or 0.30%, to close at...

Japanese Politicians Join Race to Replace Ishiba

(MENAFN) Senior Japanese officials have declared their participation in the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) leadership contest after Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba revealed his plan to step down. According to a news agency, Yoshimasa Hayashi,...

JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles Introduces Cultural Awareness Series - Tastes of Japan | The Rise of Japanese Food Brands in America

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles is excited to announce the Cultural Awareness Series, sponsored by MUFG Bank, inviting individuals from all backgrounds to explore the rich tapestry of traditions and...

Japanese Emperor Pays Tribute to Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Survivors

(MENAFN) Japanese Emperor Naruhito, Empress Masako, and their daughter, Princess Akito, visited a nursing care facility in Nagasaki on Saturday to meet survivors of the atomic bombing, a poignant moment in their ongoing three-day visit to the...

Seiji Kawajiri Becomes the First Japanese Entrepreneur Featured on the Cover of Entrepreneur Magazine

TOKYO, JAPAN, September 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- —Special Issue Launched in India with an Initial Circulation of 100,000 Copies — Kawajiri Foundation is pleased to announce that Mr. Seiji Kawajiri has become the first Japanese entrepreneur...

Tokyo Downpours Prompt Temporarily Suspension of Train Services

(MENAFN) Severe downpours battered Tokyo and surrounding regions on Thursday, prompting authorities to temporarily suspend several bullet train operations, local media reported. The Japan Meteorological Agency revealed that Tokyo’s Setagaya...

Japanese university considers taking in Harvard international students

(MENAFN) On Monday, the University of Tokyo stated that it was mulling to welcome Harvard University students if they got impacted by the US motion to ban them from studying at the Ivy League establishment. The administration under Donald Trump...

Japanese Lawmakers Press Government for Palestinian State Recognition

(MENAFN) A coalition of Japanese lawmakers pressed the government on Thursday to officially recognize Palestinian statehood, according to local reports. A cross-party group, including members from the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, submitted a...

Mochimen Innovates Japanese food with Chewy Texture Udon Noodles at its Grand Opening in Shinagawa Konan Exit Store

YOKOHAMA, KANAGAWA, JAPAN, September 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- YOSHITUNE Co., Ltd. has joined the franchise of the new brand Mochimen, which offers an entirely new gummy-like chewy texture udon, at its Tokyo Restaurant open on Tuesday,...