National Dec 5, 2021
Omicron throws a wrench in Osaka’s plan to promote 2025 expo in Dubai
by Eric Johnston
Although Japan Day will still take place at the Dubai Expo on Dec. 11, key Japanese officials will be absent, hampering lobbying efforts for the 2025 event in Osaka.
Business Nov 17, 2021
The government plans to provide subsidies to oil wholesalers if domestic gasoline prices surpass certain levels.
Business Oct 13, 2021
Japan's average gasoline price rises to highest level in seven years
The average price for regular gasoline stood at ¥162.10 ($1.4) per liter as of Monday, up ¥2.10 from Oct. 4.
National Sep 8, 2021
Aichi music event sees government cash pulled over lax virus measures
Alcoholic drinks were sold at the venue despite the prefecture's request not to sell such beverages and social media videos showed audience members not practicing social distancing.
Business / Economy Sep 7, 2021
Japan steps up self-driving to revive rural areas and aid older population
by Shiho Takezawa
The government has earmarked about ¥6 billion ($55 million) for developing autonomous-driving services this fiscal year.
Business Sep 4, 2021
Tokyo ready to back Western Digital-Kioxia deal if key tech stays in Japan, sources say
by Tim Kelly and Ritsuko Shimizu
The tie-up could give Japan greater leverage in geopolitical rivalries increasingly dominated by technology, including over shortages of chips.
Business / Corporate | FOCUS Aug 30, 2021
Western Digital pitch for new Kioxia deal faces familiar hurdles
by Takashi Mochizuki and Yuki Furukawa
Resistance from within Japan, China and Kioxia's own management are among the challenges ahead.
Business / Economy Aug 23, 2021
Japan considers extending tax breaks for investment in startups
The move is partly aimed at supporting companies that are accelerating cross-industry cooperation as part of efforts to cope with changes in society brought by the coronavirus crisis.
Business / Tech Aug 12, 2021
Japan joins efforts to back women’s health tech businesses
by Tamayo Muto and Min Jeong Lee
The economy ministry has chosen 20 "femtech" firms for a combined subsidy of ¥150 million to help them develop products and services that can help with issues such as menstruation.