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22 Maggio 2026

Nikkei Average Ends at Record High on High-Tech Popularity

Tokyo, May 22 (Jiji Press)–Japan’s key Nikkei 225 stock average soared to hit a fresh record closing high on Friday, reflecting the popularity of high-technology issues. The index of 225 issues listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange’s Prime top-tier section rose 1,654.93
22 Maggio 2026

Japan Govt Considers Honoring Speed Skating Star Miho Takagi

Tokyo, May 22 (Jiji Press)–Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has instructed government officials to consider offering speed skating star Miho Takagi the People’s Honor Award, Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara said Friday. Takagi Japan’s most decorated Winter Olympian, with 10 medals, retired