Japan’s Global Brain to launch fund with US startup accelerator Techstars
Startups Venture capital firm will raise $200m to back new companies, foster connections Global Brain President Yasuhiko Yurimoto,…
Stalling ASEAN renewables leave gap for Japan’s fossil fuel tech push
The Japan-led Asia Zero Emission Community, which embraces a “one goal, various pathways” to decarbonization, is not only supporting…
Japan’s Shimano struggles with excess bicycle stock in Europe and China
Companies World’s largest parts maker hit by plunging bicycle prices after cycling booms Beijing cyclists:Â China saw an outdoor…
Japan’s Credit Saison moves to launch online bank in Brazil this year
Finance Financial group sees unmet demand for loans among consumers and small businesses Japan’s Credit Saison looks to…
Japan’s Takaichi rejects ‘irresponsible bond issuance, tax cuts’
Interview Prime minister calls national debt level ‘still high’ in exclusive interview Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi speaks…
Japan’s Nishikori sets sights on tennis’ top stage after return from injury
Sports Asia’s most successful men’s singles star aims to play in 2026 Australian Open Kei Nishikori plays in…
Takaichi elected as first female leader of Japan’s ruling LDP
Sanae Takaichi, the newly elected leader of Japan’s Liberal Democratic Party, celebrates with Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba after winning…
Japan’s Hitachi, Riken ink deal to build silicon quantum computer
Technology Tie-up with Imec targets prototype by fiscal 2027, 1,000-qubit system by fiscal 2030 The silicon-based quantum computer…
Japan’s antidumping probes hit new high as China glut persists
Trade Overproduction leads to South Korea, Taiwan redirecting goods normally sold to China Container ships sit at the…