Typhoon No. 10 Hits Japan, High Possibility of Linear Rainband in Kinki and Tokai Regions The impact of Typhoon No. 10, which has landed on the Japanese archipelago, has caused prolonged rainfall in Kyushu, Shikoku, Kanto, and Tokai regions. There is a high possibility of a linear rainband occurring in the Kinki and Tokai regions on the mornin
Japan Issues Emergency Evacuation Orders for Western Japan as Typhoon No. 10 Brings Heavy Rain Concerns The Japan Meteorological Agency expects Typhoon No. 10 to hit Western Japan on September 1, bringing heavy rain. Particularly in the Tokai region, rainfall is predicted to reach 400mm from 6 pm on August 31 to 6 pm on September 1, increasing the risk of f
Inside the new sightseeing train "Hanaakari" in Japan - A cabin-like space with luxurious leather seats and large windows JR West's new sightseeing train "Hanaakari" will debut on October 5, offering a comfortable and spacious experience with all green seats.
60% of Japanese Companies Say China Market is Worsening, 3 Months of Decline… Visa Exemption Resumption Requests Surge 60% of Japanese companies operating in China responded that their future business outlook is “worsening” or “slightly worsening,” marking a three-month consecutive decline. The investment scale has also been decreasing, particularly due to the uncertaint
Is the US recession warning light on? The question posed by Hurricane ‘Beryl’ While the decrease in the number of non-farm employees in the United States in July and the rise in the unemployment rate have raised the possibility of the ‘Saam Rule’ being triggered, it is likely to be a temporary phenomenon due to the impact of Hurric
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida to Step Down in Fall, Forgoing Sept. LDP Leadership Race: "A First Step Toward Showing a New LDP" Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida announced that he will not run in the September Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) leadership election and will step down in the fall. During his three years as prime minister and party leader, Kishida has pushed for vari
US Navy Deploys 'Georgia' Submarine Armed with Cruise Missiles, Not Nuclear Warheads, to Middle East... Tensions Rise The US Department of Defense has deployed the upgraded Ohio-class nuclear submarine "Georgia" to the region, citing heightened tensions in the Middle East. The "Georgia" is capable of carrying 154 "Tomahawk" cruise missiles, making it the most powerful wa
Japan's Current Account Surplus Up 59% in First Half, Hits 12.6 Trillion Yen (Kyodo News) Japan's current account surplus in the first half of 2024 recorded a surplus of 12.6817 trillion yen, up 59.2% from the same period last year. This was due to a reduction in the trade deficit and an expansion of the primary income surplus arising from ove
Japan to Raise Civil Servant Salaries by Largest Amount in 32 Years, Average Annual Income to Rise to ¥6,916,000 The Japanese government is considering raising civil servant salaries by the largest amount in 32 years. This move is a response to rising prices and the need to attract talent, aligning with private sector salary increases. Starting salaries for newly hi
Japan is considering introducing an accommodation tax as tourist numbers surge... Chiba Prefecture approves a 150 yen levy plan Chiba Prefecture, Japan, plans to introduce an accommodation tax from the second half of 2024, imposing a 150 yen levy per person. This is aimed at securing funds and promoting tourism in response to the surge in inbound tourists. The introduction of the
Nikkei average share price surges over 3,000 yen at one point… breaks record high for closing price gains (ANN) On the 6th, the Nikkei average share price on the Japanese stock market recorded its largest ever gain, partially recovering from the previous day’s sharp decline. On the 5th, the Nikkei index had plunged by 4,451 yen due to concerns about a US economic s
Tokyo Stock Market Closes Up 2,957 Yen in Morning Trading The Nikkei average on the Tokyo Stock Exchange closed 2,957.90 yen higher at 34,416.32 yen on the 6th, up from the previous day. The Japanese stock market continued its upward trend, fueled by a weaker yen and expectations of a slowdown in US interest rat
Japanese Stock Market Plunges, Nikkei Average Drops Over 2,500 Yen...Concerns Over US Economy and Yen Strength The Japanese stock market plunged at the beginning of the week due to concerns over a US recession. The release of US employment data last weekend significantly missed expectations, causing the New York Stock Exchange to decline. The yen’s value has risen
Emergency SOS via satellite now available for iPhone 14 and 15 in Japan Apple is introducing satellite-based Emergency SOS functionality for iPhone 14 and 15 users with the iOS 17.6 update. This feature enables emergency rescue requests and location sharing even in areas without wireless signal.
$4 Trillion Loss to World Economy Expected if War Breaks Out on Korean Peninsula - Bloomberg A study by Bloomberg Economics has found that a war on the Korean Peninsula would cause a $4 trillion loss to the global economy in the first year, and South Korea's GDP could decline by up to 37.5%.
A New Option for the G-Class in Japan: G350d, Why is it Called the "Real Deal"? The "G350d", a new model featuring a new in-line 6-cylinder diesel engine, has been added to the G-Class, Mercedes-Benz's genuine off-road model, which has been consistently loved since its release in 1979. With a maximum output of 286PS and a maximum tor
Ukraine's New Strategy to Reclaim Crimea: Amphibious Operation Imminent? In July 2024, the Ukraine war entered a new phase. Ukraine's NATO membership was officially declared at the NATO summit, and former President Trump’s chances of winning the US election have increased. Taking advantage of the weakening of Russia's air defe
Giant Underground Cave Discovered on the Moon! Promising Candidate for Future Space Base (ANN) An Italian research team has announced the existence of a massive underground cave on the Moon, which is a promising location for future astronaut bases.
Pacific Island Leaders Welcome Reception in Japan Features Noto Reconstruction Appeal A welcome reception was held for the leaders of Pacific island nations visiting Japan for the Pacific Islands Leaders Meeting. The reception featured a performance by a traditional Japanese drum group and a dinner featuring Notogyu, a brand of beef from I
JAL and ENEOS Sign Joint Procurement Agreement for SAF - Building a Supply Chain in Japan and Accelerating Decarbonization Japan Airlines (JAL) and ENEOS have signed a sales agreement for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). ENEOS plans to supply SAF to JAL, aiming to jointly promote the early adoption of SAF in Japan and decarbonization in the aviation industry.