Johnny Kitagawa: J-pop agency boss resigns over predator's abuse
Julie Fujishima admits for the first time that rampant sexual abuse took place in her uncle's agency.
2023-09-07 16:27
Top Forecaster JPMorgan Sees Yen Sliding as Far as 155 to Dollar
The slide in the yen isn’t over, despite expectations the dollar may not be quite so strong in
2023-09-07 15:52
Head of Japan's top pop agency resigns after admitting late founder sexually abused minors for decades
The head of Japan's top pop agency Johnny & Associates stepped down Thursday after admitting that her uncle, the company's late founder, had sexually abused minors for years, following months of international scrutiny and an independent investigation.
2023-09-07 15:47
James Kuffner Exits as CEO of Toyota’s Technology Unit Woven
James Kuffner is leaving his post as chief executive officer of Toyota Motor Corp.’s automotive-technology unit, Woven by
2023-09-07 15:27
Head of J-Pop Talent Agency Resigns Over Sex Abuse Scandal
The head of influential J-pop talent agency Johnny & Associates Inc. stepped down Thursday after criticism that management
2023-09-07 15:16
Japanese Bonds See More Weak Demand in 30-Year Debt Auction
An auction of 30-year Japanese government bonds drew limited demand Thursday as investors held out for higher yields
2023-09-07 13:58
China Sending Envoys to North Korea Before Kim’s Russia Trip
China plans to send its second high-profile delegation to North Korea in less than two months, just before
2023-09-07 13:47
Japan joins Moon race with successful rocket launch
If all goes well, the lunar lander that the rocket is carrying will attempt a Moon landing in February.
2023-09-07 12:45
Korea Set to Price Debut Yen Bond in Japan as Relations Warm
South Korea priced its first yen bond in Japan, raising 70 billion yen ($474 million) in a move
2023-09-07 12:17
Japanese Rocket Takes Off for Moon After Troublesome Year
A Japanese rocket bound for the moon took off early Thursday, offering relief to a battered national space
2023-09-07 11:45
Asean Latest: Harris, Li Seen to Clash on Security at Forum
US Vice President Kamala Harris and Chinese Premier Li Qiang are set to meet with leaders at Thursday’s
2023-09-07 10:46
BOJ policymaker calls for keeping ultra-easy policy for now
By Leika Kihara KOCHI, Japan (Reuters) -Bank of Japan policymaker Junko Nakagawa said on Thursday the central bank must maintain
2023-09-07 10:16