The Latest Breaking News from Japan

Dollar Supported by Higher T-Note Yields

The dollar index (DXY00 ) climbed to a 2-month high on Tuesday, finishing up by +0.19%. The dollar found support on Tuesday from rising T-note yields as the 10-year T-note yield jumped to a new 19-year high, strengthening the dollar’s interest rate differentials. Dollar gains were limited Tuesday by weaker-than-expected...

Barchart · Sep 29

Inflation Is Running So Hot That Even Japan’s Buddhist Monks Are Turning to Investing to Cope

Japanese temples have found a creative solution to dwindling numbers and donations. But what can Western investors learn from Buddhist portfolios?

Barchart · Sep 29

Tokyo records longest rainy streak on record with 34 consecutive days

Tokyo has recorded 34 consecutive days of rain, marking the longest such streak on record, according to Japan's weather agency.

Euronews · Sep 29

Indian golfers face star-studded field as Asian Games campaign begins

India's golf contingent, featuring experienced players like Aditi Ashok and Yuvraj Sandhu, is set for the Asian Games. The event will take place at Kasugai Country Club's East Course from September 30 to October 3. With no cuts in play, both men's and women's teams can focus on securing medals.…

The Economic Times · Sep 29

Japan immigration offices swamped by huge queues ahead of 20-fold visa fee hike

The new charges come into effect on 1 October

The Independent UK · Sep 29

Rangers star earns praise from boss after scoring first international goal

Rangers star earns praise from boss after scoring first international goal

The National (Scotland) · Sep 29

Honda's Limited-Run Prelude Was Such A Hit In Japan, It's Now Coming To Europe

“Overwhelming response” at home has prompted Honda to bring the swanky coupe’s exclusive colorway to other markets.

Motor1 · Sep 29

Global Market: Japanese bond yields hover near multi-decade highs as inflation concerns persist

Japanese government bond yields remained near multi-decade highs as persistent inflation, elevated oil prices and expectations of further Bank of Japan rate hikes weighed on sentiment. A strong 40-year bond auction offered some relief, with demand improving, but investors remain focused on inflation, fiscal expansion and the outlook for interest…

The Economic Times · Sep 29

Global Market: Nikkei falls as oil surge, global bond selloff rattle markets

Japan’s Nikkei fell 1.23% amid rising global bond yields and oil prices, while Topix declined 1.75%. Inflation concerns, elevated interest rates and expensive AI-linked stocks pressured sentiment. NEXON led losses, while Tokai Carbon gained. Investors remained focused on oil prices, bond yields, monetary policy expectations and ongoing US-Iran developments.

The Economic Times · Sep 29

Four Linked Pieces of Chewy Konjac Blocked a Man's Small Intestine and Sent Him to Emergency Surgery

Surgeons in Japan removed four linked pieces of konjac from a man's blocked small intestine. The springy diet food can resist digestion if not chewed.

Medical Daily · Sep 29