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In first, court rules Tokyo's order to cut business hours amid COVID spread was 'illegal'

National / Crime & Legal May 16, 2022

In first, court rules Tokyo's order to cut business hours amid COVID spread was 'illegal'

The court said that the order did not constitute the necessary conditions in COVID legislation that allow authorities to fine businesses for refusing to cooperate.

The cofounders of German restaurant Schmatz offer some startup takeaways

Our Lives May 16, 2022

The cofounders of German restaurant Schmatz offer some startup takeaways

by Richard Solomon

They came to Japan with the goal of starting a business. Now, Christopher Ax and Marc Luetten are helping to update perceptions of Germany.

Beer and chicken price hikes show Japanese inflation at tipping point

Business May 2, 2022

Beer and chicken price hikes show Japanese inflation at tipping point

by Shikhar Balwani and Hideyuki Sano

Shares of Asahi Group Holdings Ltd. jumped as much as 7% last Wednesday after the company said it would raise prices for its Super Dry beer.

Tokyo to ease COVID-19 group dining guidelines

National Apr 22, 2022

Tokyo to ease COVID-19 group dining guidelines

The metropolitan government also decided to extend an ongoing alert period — warning of the threat of a rebound in cases — for about one month.

Russian-run restaurant in Japan looking to hire Ukrainian evacuees

National Apr 20, 2022

Russian-run restaurant in Japan looking to hire Ukrainian evacuees

"Although (the evacuees) may be still feeling anxious after coming to Japan, we'd like to do whatever we can to help," says the operator of the restaurant in Chiba.

Michelin-star chef collects donations for Ukraine with rice balls

National Apr 11, 2022

Michelin-star chef collects donations for Ukraine with rice balls

The raised money will be sent to an emergency fund for Ukraine at the Japan Committee for UNICEF.

Azuki to Kouri elevates Japan's classic summertime sweet

Food & Drink | TOKYO FOOD FILE Apr 11, 2022

Azuki to Kouri elevates Japan's classic summertime sweet

by Robbie Swinnerton

Azuki to Kouri. “Red Beans and Ice.” Whichever language you prefer, the name of Tokyo’s newest, hottest dessert counter evokes one of Japan’s classic summertime treats. Azuki beans have been eaten in Japan in sweetened form since ancient times. Meanwhile, ice has been used in ...

Ramen restaurant chain Ichiran under antitrust probe

Business Mar 29, 2022

Ramen restaurant chain Ichiran under antitrust probe

The Japan Fair Trade Commission is investigating Ichiran Inc., the operator of a popular ramen noodle restaurant chain, for allegedly fixing the retail prices of its products.

Etat d'esprit: A modern take on Okinawan cuisine

Food & Drink | Destination Restaurants 2021 Mar 6, 2022

Etat d'esprit: A modern take on Okinawan cuisine

by Robbie Swinnerton

Drawing on his French training but inspired by local tradition, Yasuhiro Tomari has developed a uniquely creative approach to fine dining at Etat d'esprit.

Osaka Ohsho chain makes inroads in Shanghai

Food & Drink Mar 4, 2022

Osaka Ohsho chain makes inroads in Shanghai

by Tetsuo Watanabe

With travel and tourism out of the question for the past two years, Chinese diners have satisfied their Japanese cravings at home.

Major Japan restaurant operators see earnings improve on COVID relief benefits

Business / Corporate Feb 15, 2022

Major Japan restaurant operators see earnings improve on COVID relief benefits

Some businesses have been able to get back into the black, while others have stemmed their losses.

Number of hotel and restaurant workers in Japan fell by 220,000 in 2021

Business Feb 1, 2022

Number of hotel and restaurant workers in Japan fell by 220,000 in 2021

Japan's construction sector and the livelihood-related and entertainment sector reported a decrease of 100,000 workers each.

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