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Yen slides past 163, raising intervention alert

The yen is near a four-decade low as the dollar strengthens broadly. Rising oil prices and U.S. Treasury yields are supporting the dollar's safe-haven status. Traders watch for possible Japanese intervention amid the yen's steady decline. The euro and Australian dollar are holding their ground against the dollar. Sterling is…

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Japanese proverb of the day: 'Depend on your walking stick, not on...' Life lessons from inspirational proverb and Japanese mindset on self-reliance, true independence, human assistance and resilience

Japanese proverb of the day highlights the message, "Depend on your walking stick, not on other people." This traditional Japanese saying teaches self-reliance, independence, responsibility and resilience. It encourages people to trust their own abilities instead of depending on others for every challenge. The proverb and Japanese mindset remains relevant…

The Economic Times

Mideast war hits Centara hotels in Dubai and Japan

While Thailand and the Maldives remain popular destinations, hotels in Dubai and Japan have been struck by geopolitical conflicts, prompting softer performance in the second quarter, according to Centara Hotels and Resorts.

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Quote of the day by Takeda Shingen: 'Knowledge is not power, it is only potential. Applying that knowledge is...' - motivational quote by Japanese samurai and Tiger of Kai teaches why knowledge is useless until you know how to use it and why the smartest person may not be the wisest

Quote of the day by Takeda Shingen: Takeda Shingen's quote highlights knowledge as potential, with application being power. True wisdom involves understanding when and why to apply learned information. Shingen was a powerful Japanese daimyo and military leader during the Sengoku period.

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Japanese Mindset: 'Omotenashi' - The Japanese philosophy of hospitality that puts kindness before expectations

Japanese Mindset: Omotenashi is the Japanese philosophy of wholehearted hospitality which goes beyond good service. This mindset values sincerity and selfless care without expecting anything in return. The Japanese tea ceremony deeply influenced this philosophy of giving without expectation. Omotenashi reminds us that small thoughtful actions can leave the biggest…

The Economic Times

Cheap point-and-shoot camera shipments are exceeding all others. But why are the biggest manufacturers stubbornly ignoring this popular category?

In Japan and beyond, affordable snapshots from the likes of Kodak’s license holder are beating Canon, Nikon, Sony et al for popularity. So why aren’t the latter coming up with their own?

Digital Camera World

'A kind of respect that doesn't fade' – Olympic medallist and top keirin rider dies after Japan velodrome crash

Veteran keirin star Toshiaki Fushimi died after crashing into barriers at the Matsusaka Keirin

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Stock Index Futures Climb as Chipmakers Extend Rebound, Earnings in Focus

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU26) are up +0.57%, and September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU26) are up +1.39% this morning, pointing to a higher open on Wall Street as a rebound in chipmakers gained momentum.

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Old places new menus

Bored of eating the same thing twice? Fear no more, here's a list of restaurants and bars that have shuffled things up to make sure you're never bored or short of choices while dining out.

Bangkok Post

Inside the ancient Greek theatres where wooden stages rolled in and out for every performance

Long before modern theatres began using motorised stages and rolling sets, ancient Greek theatre builders appear to have solved the same problem using wood, stone tracks and simple wheels. New research from a team at Kumamoto University in Japan has strengthened the case that theatres from the Hellenistic period used…

The Times of India

JPMorgan, other US banks set to help finance Japan's $550 billion US investment plan, sources say

JPMorgan and other US banks are close to agreeing on financing support for projects under Japan’s $550 billion US investment pledge, according to sources. The move could help Tokyo fulfil commitments made to President Donald Trump, as Japanese banks face challenges in funding large dollar-based infrastructure projects. Japan has announced…

The Economic Times

Daizen Maeda makes telling transfer 'wish' during Japanese television appearance

Celtic star Maeda is eyeing a summer exit, with the 28-year-old forward hoping the club will lower their valuation in order to facilitate a move.

The National (Scotland)

JPMorgan, other US banks set to help finance Japan's $550 billion US investment plan, say sources

US banks like JPMorgan are nearing financing agreements for Japan's investment pledge. Japanese banks face high costs for dollar funding, limiting their participation. Tokyo seeks to fulfill commitments made to the US government regarding these investments. Only a fraction of the needed financing has been secured for initial projects. Discussions…

The Economic Times

Japan bond jitters overshadow Takaichi's first economic policy roadmap

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's economic blueprint promises increased investment in growth areas. Market concerns persist regarding potential government interference in monetary policy decisions. Bond yields have risen, reflecting worries about Japan's substantial national debt. The administration adjusted its blueprint language to clarify the Bank of Japan's policy-setting independence. This focus…

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Global Markets: Japan's Nikkei rallies after steep decline as focus turns to tech results

Japan's Nikkei share average advanced on Tuesday after a significant weekly decline. Markets reopened and investors bought bargains following last week's sharp selloff. The benchmark Nikkei 225 recovered some of its previous losses. Investor attention now turns to upcoming second-quarter earnings from major tech companies. This rebound follows a broader…

The Economic Times

Global Market: Japan's Takaichi unveils growth blueprint, reiterates investment push amid bond market concerns

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi unveiled her first economic blueprint, promising stronger investment in strategic industries while reaffirming the Bank of Japan's monetary policy independence. The plan comes as rising bond yields and investor concerns over fiscal spending and political influence on the BOJ keep markets on edge.

The Independent UK

Japan raises fears over Chinese destroyer’s live-fire exercise with Russia

China disputes Japan's claim of an EEZ around the Okinotori island, saying it's an atoll not an island

The Independent UK

Asian shares mostly gain and South Korea and Japan recover some losses from AI stock sell-offs

Asian shares have mostly gained, with markets in South Korea and Japan trading higher after recent declines due to heavy selling of stocks linked to artificial intelligence

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Japan Divides Its Year Into 72 'Micro Seasons' — This Is How People Change Their Homes for Them

This concept of seasonal adaptability relies on resetting your space to feel connected to the natural world, and in turn, more authentic to you

The Economic Times

Global Market: Japan's Nikkei rebounds as bargain buying lifts stocks after sharp weekly selloff

Japan's Nikkei share average advanced on Tuesday, recovering from last week's steep slide. Investors bought beaten-down stocks after a market holiday, boosting the index. Global sentiment remained cautious due to rising oil prices and inflation concerns. Focus now shifts to upcoming second-quarter earnings from major U.S. technology firms. Analysts noted…

The Guardian - AU

Chinese warship holds live-fire drills inside Japan’s economic waters for first time

Exercise took place about 180km from Okinotori, Japan’s southernmost island, and comes as Chinese and Philippine sailors clashed in the South China Sea

Player One

PS Plus July 2026 Games Bring 'Dying Light,' 'Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora,' and More

PlayStation Plus' July 2026 catalog is here, and it brings heavy hitters in the list, including Dying Light and Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora

The Economic Times

Chinese destroyer held live-fire drill in Japan's EEZ, Japan says

A Chinese destroyer conducted live-fire drills near Japan's Okinotori Island early Sunday. Japan's Maritime Self-Defense Force spotted Chinese and Russian naval vessels operating together. The Chinese Luyang III-class destroyer conducted the exercise within Japan's exclusive economic zone.

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Nvidia Turns to a Japanese Giant to Solve the Power Botteneck. What That Means for NVDA Stock.

The hardest part of building AI data centers is no longer the chips. Nvidia’s talks with Mitsubishi Heavy show the bottleneck was always power.

TechRadar

Nvidia is building the world's first 'national AI' — Japan's FRONTia Project could be the next big step forward in global progress, but is this a step too far?

The Japanese government, Noetra Corp, and Nvidia are building an AI project that it believes will deliver physical AI and underpin Japan’s entire AI ecosystem

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