(The figure for average assets in the fourth paragraph is updated following a revised report from a lawmaker.) Tokyo, July 21 (Jiji Press)–Fumitake Fujita, co-leader of the Japan Innovation Party, the ruling Liberal Democratic Party’s coalition partner, had the most assets among

Beijing, July 21 (Jiji Press)–The Chinese navy’s firing drills conducted within Japan’s exclusive economic zone earlier this month were in line with international law and practice, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said Tuesday. Japan’s reaction to the exercises was unreasonable, Lin

Aomori, July 21 (Jiji Press)–Aomori Yamada High School said Tuesday that more than 10 students belonging to its soccer club drank alcohol and smoked. The private school in the northeastern Japan city of Aomori has already taken necessary actions against all of

Tokyo, July 21 (Jiji Press)–Temperatures exceeded 40 degrees Celsius in central Japan on Tuesday, marking the first “kokushobi,” or cruelly hot day, this year, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency. The city of Tajimi, Gifu Prefecture, recorded 40.3 degrees, followed by the

Tokyo, July 21 (Jiji Press)–The Japanese government on Tuesday adopted its annual economic and fiscal policy guidelines, vowing to achieve a strong economy through increased public and private investment in strategic areas. The Basic Policy on Economic and Fiscal Management and Reform

Tokyo, July 21 (Jiji Press)–The average price of new condominiums put up for sale in the Tokyo metropolitan area surpassed 100 million yen in January-June, topping the threshold for the first time in any first-half period, Real Estate Economic Institute Co. said

Tokyo, July 21 (Jiji Press)–Tokyo police on Tuesday served fresh arrest warrants on four individuals aged 16 to 22 on suspicion of attempted robbery over their attack on a group transporting 195 million yen in cash at Haneda Airport in the Japanese

(Adnkronos) – Fincantieri has signed a contract with Qatar’s navy for the operational management of a training and simulation centre (TSC) delivered by the Italian shipbuilder and following the successful delivery of seven naval vessels and related support capabilities, marking a further

Tokyo, July 21 (Jiji Press)–The Japanese government said Tuesday that it aims to increase the proportion of stocks, investment trusts and bonds in household financial assets in the country to 40 pct by 2040 from 23 pct as of the end of

(Adnkronos) – The directors of Italy’s cultural institutes worldwide are gathering from Tuesday through Thursday in Verona to hammer out the cultural diplomacy priorities, taking the opportunity to forge stronger ties with the cultural and institutional excellences of the northern city and

Tokyo, July 21 (Jiji Press)–Long-term safety has been confirmed after neural progenitor cells derived from induced pluripotent stem, or iPS, cells, were transplanted into patients with spinal cord injuries, a team of researchers at Japan’s Keio University said Tuesday. The team, which

Akashi, Hyogo Pref., July 21 (Jiji Press)–Victims of a stampede that occurred at a fireworks event in the city of Akashi, Hyogo Prefecture, western Japan, were remembered Tuesday, the 25th anniversary of the tragedy. Bereaved relatives, local residents and others offered prayers

By Adriana Reinecke Washington, July 21 (Jiji Press)–Former Cleveland Federal Reserve Bank President Loretta Mester said in a recent interview that the Federal Reserve may need to raise interest rates before the end of the year. In the online interview with Jiji

Tokyo, July 21 (Jiji Press)–The Japanese government on Tuesday adopted a strategy that aims to build strong regional economies by creating industrial clusters in each regional bloc and attracting large-scale investment to the areas. The government’s comprehensive strategy for regional revitalization compiled

New Delhi, July 21 (Jiji Press)–Two brothers in India have made their manga debut in Japan after being discovered by a major Japanese publisher searching for international talent. Jivan, 22, and Yash, 18, grew up in Amravati, a city of nearly a

(Adnkronos) – According to reports from Hamas-affiliated media in Gaza, five people were killed in an Israeli raid against a home in the southern part of Gaza City this morning. According to initial reports, three of the victims were children, all belonging

(Adnkronos) – The U.S. State Department renews its warning to American travelers intending to visit the entire Middle East due to increased tensions and fighting with Iran. With a “worldwide alert” warning, the State Department advises American citizens currently in the Middle

Tokyo, July 21 (Jiji Press)–Tokyo stocks staged a strong technical rally Tuesday following their sharp falls in the past two trading days. The Nikkei average of 225 selected issues listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange’s Prime section finished at 66,232.19, up 2,091.07

Tokyo, July 21 (Jiji Press)–Many parents in financially struggling families in Japan said they would be forced to reduce the amount of food served per meal and limit their use of air conditioning during the summer vacation, according to a survey by

Tokyo, July 21 (Jiji Press)–The Japanese government said on Tuesday that it will soon promulgate the revised Imperial House Law, which the country’s parliament approved on Friday. The decision by the cabinet means that the revised law will likely take effect in

Tokyo, July 21 (Jiji Press)–The Japanese Financial Services Agency and the Tokyo Stock Exchange on Tuesday released an updated version of the country’s corporate governance, calling on executives to spend more on projects aimed at promoting growth. The revised code urges boards

Tokyo, July 21 (Jiji Press)–Japan’s Crown Prince Akishino and Crown Princess Kiko will visit Paraguay on a nine-day trip from Aug. 18, according to a plan approved by the Japanese government at a cabinet meeting on Tuesday. With this year marking the

Tokyo, July 21 (Jiji Press)–The Japanese government on Tuesday adopted its annual economic and fiscal policy guidelines, vowing to achieve a strong economy through increased public and private investment in strategic areas. The Basic Policy on Economic and Fiscal Management and Reform

Tokyo, July 21 (Jiji Press)–Fumitake Fujita, co-leader of the Japan Innovation Party, the ruling Liberal Democratic Party’s coalition partner, had the most assets among party leaders who are members of the House of Representatives, the lower chamber of the Diet, Japan’s parliament,

Tokyo, July 21 (Jiji Press)–Japan’s Defense Ministry said Tuesday it has confirmed that the Chinese navy conducted firing exercises within Japan’s exclusive economic zone on Sunday. It was the first time that the ministry had publicly acknowledged such a drill by the

Tokyo, July 21 (Jiji Press)–Assets held by the 465 members of Japan’s House of Representatives who won seats in the lower chamber of the Diet, the country’s parliament, in February’s general election averaged 32.78 million yen, a Jiji Press tally showed Tuesday.

Tokyo, July 21 (Jiji Press)–Japan’s Defense Ministry said Tuesday it has confirmed that the Chinese navy conducted firing exercises within Japan’s exclusive economic zone on Sunday. It was the first time that the ministry had publicly acknowledged such a drill by the

Tokyo, July 21 (Jiji Press)–When the Social Democratic Party launched its new leadership team in late April, party leader Mizuho Fukushima sought to present an image of renewal for a party she has led for a combined 15 years. So far, however,

Tokyo, July 21 (Jiji Press)–A Japanese research team including the Jikei University School of Medicine in Tokyo aims to carry out clinical research to temporarily transplant pig kidneys to a human fetus with a severe kidney disease. The team is fully starting

Chino, Nagano Pref., July 21 (Jiji Press)–Toyota Motor Corp. President Kenta Kon has vowed to advance collaboration with business partners to reinforce the leading Japanese automaker’s earning power through cost reductions and other measures. “There is still room for improvement,” such as