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Japan freezes assets of 4 more Russian organisations, others for involvement in N.Korea's weapons projects

Japan said on Friday it was freezing the assets of four Russian organisations, three Russian individuals and six North Korean individuals for involvement in North Korea's weapons projects, according to a statement from the foreign ministry.

Reuters

Step inside an otherwordly, magic night of champagne-fuelled debauchery

It's sexy. It's dark, and a little unsettling. Step inside Maho Magic Bar and find yourself in the heart of Japan, surrounded by a jungle of electric lights and colour.

Newcastle Herald

K-drama, American-style

In Japan, millions of people are addicted to the pinball-like arcade game pachinko. Around the world, millions more may soon find themselves addicted to a soapy, bittersweet television series called Pachinko. Just as pachinko-parlour owners delicately adjust their devices' pins and cups to keep gamblers in the seats, the makers…

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Kuwait KPC, Japan's Nippon Sign $1 Billion MoU to Enhance Economic Cooperation

Kuwait Petroleum Corporation on Thursday signed a memorandum of understanding with the Japanese Nippon Export Investment Insurance (NEXI) to fund projects at a value estimated at one billion dollars. KPC said in a statement that the MoU was inked to bolster bilateral relations between Kuwait and Japan and deepen economic…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Analysis-Japanese PM Kishida decided weeks ago to keep Russian gas

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's announcement on Thursday that he would not abandon a massive Russian gas project was decided weeks ago when he told top officials in private he wouldn't risk Japan's energy security, three sources said.

Reuters

IMF Warns Russia Sanctions Could Hurt US Dollar Dominance, Cause Fragmentation In Global Financial System: FT

IMF's first deputy MD Gita Gopinath warned that the Western sanctions on Russia could create small currency blocs based on trade between separate groups of countries, the Financial Times reports. All of which could gradually dilute the dominance of the U.S. dollar leading to a more fragmented international monetary system. Gopinath…

Benzinga

AP PHOTOS: Japan celebrates cherry blossoms despite pandemic

People across Japan are celebrating the peak cherry blossom viewing season this week without COVID-19 restrictions in place for the first time in two years. But many are limiting their viewing to strolling under the trees rather than drinking and eating in traditional party style.

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Ukrainian YouTube brothers reach out to Japanese to end war

Two Ukrainian brothers have added a somber tone to their YouTube gaming channel popular with young Japanese by providing war updates from their country

The Independent UK

Padres' Nick Martinez a 'different pitcher' as he returns to MLB

PEORIA, Ariz. — Miles Mikolas has parlayed his three-year stay with Yomiuri in Nippon Professional Baseball into more than $49 million guaranteed. Merrill Kelly, Chris Flexen and Pierce Johnson, too, are among the arms who've breathed new life into their careers in either Japan or Korea.

Tribune News Service

For survivors of 1942's forced removal from Bainbridge Island — and their descendants — the Japanese American Exclusion Memorial stands as a reminder to remember

SEATTLE — The family of Jitsuzo Nakata and his wife, Shima, of Bainbridge Island, in Washington state, was that immigrant story at the heart of the American dream legend: Arrive with not much to your name, work hard, work even harder, save, create a business, build a home, be part…

Tribune News Service

Vespa And (RED) Release New Primavera (RED) 125 In Japan

Vespa and (RED) have released the Primavera (RED) 125 in Japan. Every purchase of the special edition scooter will donate $100 towards HIV/AIDS treatment.

RideApart

Sorn named No.2 in Asia's top 50 restaurants

Nine of Bangkok's restaurants have made it onto the 2022 Asia's 50 Best Restaurants list.

Bangkok Post

Check Out This XSR900 Craft Build Kit From Y's Gear

Yamaha accessories subsidiary Y’s Gear releases the XSR900 Craft Build kit and showcases the set during Japan’s motorcycle show season.

RideApart

FDA Rejects Akebia Therapeutics' Vadadustat For CKD-Associated Anemia

The FDA has issued a complete response letter (CRL) to Akebia Therapeutics Inc's (NASDAQ:AKBA) marketing application (NDA) for vadadustat for anemia due to chronic kidney disease (CKD). Vadadustat is an investigational oral hypoxia-inducible factor prolyl hydroxylase (HIF-PH) inhibitor. The FDA issues a CRL to indicate that the review cycle for an application is complete…

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Japan's Big Four Form New Battery-Swapping Company For Motorbikes

Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, and Yamaha banded together with petroleum company Eneos to start a new chapter in battery-powered electric two-wheeler infrastructure.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

As wheat prices soar, Japanese food industry pushes rice flour as alternative

With Russia's invasion of Ukraine causing wheat prices to soar worldwide, the food industry is looking more at rice as a possible substitute for making flour.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Thai Labor Ready to Enter Saudi Market

The Thai Ministry of Labor established a center specialized in rehabilitating and training workers in all professions, signaling the revival of relations and the entry of Thai labor into the Saudi market. Thai Minister of Labor Suchart Chomklin stated that many Thai nationals work in Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, and…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Japan Rails Have Millions of Obsessed Fans

Japan's railway system has long inspired envy around the world, with its famed punctuality, cutting-edge technology and meticulous timetables, according to AFP. The community of train fans encompasses a diverse group of enthusiasts including those who enjoy poring over timetables, adore and even record the rumbling sound of passing trains,…

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Suzuki, Skydrive team up to make flying cars

Suzuki and SkyDrive announced a partnership for research and development of flying cars. Japanese co

The Guardian - AU

Saudi Arabia 1-0 Australia: World Cup 2022 qualifier – as it happened

An unfamiliar Socceroos team was unable to finish their group campaign on a winning note as Salem Al-Dawsari’s penalty proved the difference in Jeddah

The Guardian - AU

Iron Chef is coming back: Adam Liaw celebrates Japan’s cult classic cooking show

Known for its flamboyant dubbing, costumes and absurd premise, Iron Chef transformed cooking into entertainment. Liaw remembers a show he loved as a teenager – and how it has influenced his own

Daily Mirror

7 great international rivalries as Netherlands gear up to face enemies Germany

International football can often get an unfair reputation for being less exciting than its club counterpart but there is always drama whenever the sides mentioned below meet

The Independent UK

Japan enjoys cherry flower season after COVID-19 restrictions lift

People across Japan are celebrating the peak cherry blossom viewing season one week after the lifting of COVID-19 restrictions, triggering concerns of a possible virus resurgence

Daily Record

Reo Hatate gets Celtic respite after Japan debut as it's all systems go for Rangers showdown

The 24-year-old made way as a tactical substitute for Junya Ito in Samurai Blue's final competitive match before Qatar.

Benzinga

Why Vertical Aerospace Shares Are Jumping Today

Turkey's leading aviation conglomerate and owner of Freebird Airlines, Gözen Holding, committed to purchase or lease up to 50 VX4 eVTOL aircraft from international aircraft leasing company, Avolon. Gözen also had the option to purchase or lease up to 50 additional aircraft. In June 2021, Avolon ordered 500 VX4 eVTOL aircraft from Vertical…

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