Japan: Typhoon Shanshan Leaves Trail of Destruction
TOKYO – In a devastating blow to the nation, Typhoon Shanshan has wreaked havoc across Japan, leading to tragic loss of life and widespread disruption. The powerful storm, which is considered one of the strongest to hit the country in … Continue reading Japan: Typhoon Shanshan Leaves Trail of Destruction
Ryuichi Sakamoto: A Musical Genius and a Social Activist
TOKYO – Ryuichi Sakamoto was one of the most influential and versatile composers of our time. He created music that spanned genres, cultures, and media, from electronic pop to classical symphonies, from film scores to environmental soundscapes. He collaborated with … Continue reading Ryuichi Sakamoto: A Musical Genius and a Social Activist
Japan to build virus testing centers for foreigners
Tokyo – Japan plans to set up new coronavirus testing centers at three major airports in Tokyo and Osaka, as well as in central parts of the cities, as the country prepares to relax its travel restrictions, health minister Katsunobu … Continue reading Japan to build virus testing centers for foreigners
Brexit: Toyota plans to pause production
London/Tokyo – Toyota Motor will stop building cars in the U.K. for a few days after Brexit in case of snags from a no-deal breakup. A plant in central England will suspend production the day after the Oct. 31 divorce … Continue reading Brexit: Toyota plans to pause production
Japan issues recall after rat poison found in Vietnamese fish imports
Tokyo – Packages of frozen fish from Vietnam containing rat poison were found by a seafood importer in Yamaguchi Prefecture, western Japan, with a recall issued nationwide, officials from Imura Industry said Thursday. The seafood importer said that frozen dried … Continue reading Japan issues recall after rat poison found in Vietnamese fish imports
Japan biggest supplier of development assistance in Vietnam
Tokyo – “We highly appreciative of what Japanese firms do to bolster Vietnam–Japan ties”. This was the opening message of the Vietnamese President Truong Tan Sang addressing the Vietnam – Japan Business Forum in Tokyo. Sang is on a four day … Continue reading Japan biggest supplier of development assistance in Vietnam