The Latest Breaking News from Tokyo

Better tech has wooden buildings poised to grow

The development of high-rise buildings utilizing timber is progressing due to advances in fire-resistance and earthquake-proofing technology amid a global push to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Apr 2, 2022

Omicron subvariant accounts for 52.3% of new cases in Tokyo

The BA.2 omicron subvariant accounted for 52.3% of the new coronavirus cases in Tokyo in the seven days from March 15 to March 21, according to estimates by the metropolitan government.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Apr 2, 2022

Paris Olympics | Boxing events for male reduced, changes also in weightlifting and shooting

While the preceding Tokyo Games had eight events for men and five for women, in Paris there will be seven events for the male pugilists and six for the female

The Hindu · Apr 2, 2022

Just Wanderful: Magical Makeovers Will Transform Tokyo Train Stations Into Harry Potter Tributes

The idea is that the fans’ journey to the museum can mirror Harry’s ride to Hogwarts.

Zenger · Mar 31, 2022

New competition key to discovering next generation of BMX stars, says Declan Brooks

Brooks won Olympic bronze at Tokyo 2020.

The Independent UK · Mar 30, 2022

Nintendo Shares Slump 6% on ‘Legend of Zelda’ Delay

Nintendo Co shares slumped 6% in Tokyo trading after the Kyoto-based gaming firm said it was pushing back the release of the hotly awaited sequel to "Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild" to spring 2023 from this year's planned debut. The fall comes after Nintendo's shares had gained 25%…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 30, 2022

‘We have waited so long’: a cautious Tokyo celebrates cherry blossoms in shadow of Covid

Rise in infections since quasi-emergency restrictions were lifted sparks concern that long-awaited hanami season could help fuel a resurgence

The Guardian - AU · Mar 30, 2022

Honda's Asimo robot to retire after 20-year career wowing public

Honda Motor's Asimo humanoid robot will retire on Friday, ending its 20-year career of wowing the public with walking and dancing demonstrations at a showroom at the automaker's Tokyo headquarters.

Bangkok Post · Mar 30, 2022

Plouffe powers to nationals pursuit crown

Tokyo Olympian Maeve Plouffe is starting to think of a shot at the individual pursuit world record after dominating the event at the track cycling nationals.

AAP · Mar 29, 2022

China Tech's Dwindling Fortunes Fuel More Alibaba Stake Selloff Speculations By SoftBank

The dwindling fortunes of the Chinese tech shares have prompted concerns over Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (NYSE:BABA) stake selloff by SoftBank Group Corp (OTC:SFTBY) (OTC:SFTBF), the Wall Street Journal reports. SoftBank's single most significant investment in the e-commerce giant was hit hard by the domestic crackdown. The Nasdaq Golden Dragon China Index of U.S.-listed Chinese stocks…

Benzinga · Mar 28, 2022