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Tokyo is the perfect destination for overseas startups: Here’s why

The society that brought us the Playstation wants you to become part of the next big thing.

Shanghai, Tokyo, New York, Houston spew most greenhouse gas of world cities

Shanghai, Tokyo, New York, Houston spew most greenhouse gas of world cities

Cities in Asia and the United States emit the most heat-trapping gas that feeds climate change, and Shanghai is the most polluting

The Independent UK

Japan's Princess Mikasa, Great Aunt To Emperor, Dies Aged 101

Japan's Princess Mikasa, Great Aunt To Emperor, Dies Aged 101

Princess Mikasa, the oldest member of Japan's royal family and great aunt to the emperor, died aged 101 on Friday in a Tokyo hospital, the Imperial Household Agency said.

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Japan police arrest American tourist, 65, accused of defacing one of Tokyo’s most iconic shrines

American tourist Steve Hayes was arrested on Wednesday ‘on suspicion of damaging property’ at the Meiji Jingu shrine

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Jensen Huang says Softbank's Masayoshi Son once offered to help him buy Nvidia

Huang was speaking at Nvidia’s AI Summit in Tokyo where he also announced several AI collaborations with Softbank.

Claesson Koivisto Rune on 30 years of their often Japan-inspired designs, charted in a new book

‘Claesson Koivisto Rune: In Transit’ is a ‘round-the-world journey’ into the Swedish studio's projects. Here, the founders tell Wallpaper* about their fascination with Japan, and the concept of aimai

Dallas Long, who won 2 Olympic medals while dominating the shot put in the 1960s, has died at 84

Dallas Long, a three-time NCAA shot put champion who won a gold medal at the 1964 Tokyo Olympics, has died

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The Hidden Speakeasy in This 'California Meets Japan' Style Home Is Inspired by a Bar in Tokyo

The Hidden Speakeasy in This 'California Meets Japan' Style Home Is Inspired by a Bar in Tokyo

With its Japanese design influences, this minimal architectural retreat is a serene escape for its owners

Building a Perfect Car Is Tough, But This Copper Lexus LC500 Sure Comes Close

Building a Perfect Car Is Tough, But This Copper Lexus LC500 Sure Comes Close

Early spring in Tokyo is magical. That’s when sakura—the Japanese cherry blossoms—envelop the city in delicate waves of white and pink. The flowers usually bloom in early April, and within mere weeks, they’re gone. The beauty and impermanence of these falling petals draws people from around the world.

Asian Markets Struggle To Maintain Momentum After Fed Cut

Asian Markets Struggle To Maintain Momentum After Fed Cut

Asia took up the baton in early trade but some markets fell away in the afternoon. Tokyo, Sydney, Singapore, Wellington, Taipei and Jakarta rose.

Japan's defense chief steps aboard visiting South Korean warship as the two nations strengthen ties

Japan's defense chief steps aboard visiting South Korean warship as the two nations strengthen ties

Japan’s Defense Minister Gen Nakatani was welcomed aboard a South Korean warship during its port call near Tokyo on Wednesday, a first for a Japanese defense chief, as the two countries step up security ties against a backdrop of growing tension in the region

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Japan plans ‘conveyor belt road’ linking Tokyo and Osaka amid delivery driver shortage

Japan plans ‘conveyor belt road’ linking Tokyo and Osaka amid delivery driver shortage

It is hoped ‘innovative’ 24-hour design will also cut carbon emissions, as demand for delivery services soars

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PlayStation Plus Just Quietly Added the Most Overlooked Horror Game of All Time

PlayStation Plus Just Quietly Added the Most Overlooked Horror Game of All Time

'Ghostwire Tokyo' is a wonderfully unique horror game that gives you a dazzling, but exceedingly eerie, version of Tokyo to explore.

“We are dedicated to building a direct connection with the artist community in China”: Fender to open Shanghai Artist Showroom in its latest high-profile move in overseas guitar markets

Two years after opening its flagship store in Tokyo, Fender has decided to further increase its presence in the Asian guitar scene with 'The Fender Backstage'

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All PS Plus members get one of best-looking action games on PS5 for free

Ghostwire Tokyo is now available to all PS Plus members to download on PS5 at no extra cost.

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A ripping yarn: Olympian Tom Daley opens knitting exhibition in Japan

Retired gold medallist tells Justin McCurry about his new project in Tokyo, finding joy in crafting and life after sport

The Independent UK

Japan plans ‘conveyor belt road’ linking Tokyo and Osaka to tackle truck drivers shortage

Japan is planning an automated cargo transport corridor between Tokyo and Osaka

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Diddy played J-Lo on loop during sexual encounter, model claims

Rachel Kennedy is a former Playboy model who met Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs in Tokyo in 2000

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Japan law to punish cyclists for phone use, riding drunk takes effect

TOKYO: A revised Japanese traffic law took effect on Friday, introducing prison terms and fines for cyclists who use their mobile phones or ride while under the influence of alcohol.

International Business Times

Shelf-sharing Seeks To Save Bookstores In Japan

"I'm holding an illustrated book of cheeses," says a delighted Tomoyo Ozumi, a customer at a growing kind of bookshop in Japan where anyone wanting to sell their tomes can rent a shelf.

Evening Standard

PlayStation Plus reveals monthly games for November, including Ghostwire: Tokyo and Hot Wheels Unleashed 2

Three new games are coming to PlayStation Plus in November, from three separate genres

Japanese Pride Soars As Ohtani Leads Dodgers To Victory

Japanese fans celebrate Shohei Ohtani and Dodgers' World Series win, showcasing Ohtani's impact on baseball and fans in Tokyo and across Japan.

International Business Times

Asian Shares Rise As Markets Await Tech Results

Asian markets mostly rose Tuesday with investors looking ahead to the release of US economic data and the earnings reports of tech titans this week.

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Developers begin cutting trees in a Tokyo park that environmentalists want to protect

Tree-cutting has begun in the Jingu Gaien park district of central Tokyo, a flashpoint for more than a year between environmentalists and real estate interests

Japan’s parliamentary election: Why it matters

Japanese voters go to the polls after new Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba called a snap election.

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