The Japan Times
Japan · English · Newspaper
A Japanese English-language newspaper covering business and economic news, with a focus on corporate developments, financial regulations, and international business relations.
- 6 stories today
- 13/day · 7-day avg
- Top beat: Business
- Tracked since 2026
- 8 Japan peers
Today’s stories
- Japan aiming to live up to heightened expectations with deep run at World CupJapan's 2026 World Cup campaign starts with increased expectations following recent improvements and previous underperformance, with the team aiming for a deeper run than in past tournaments.
- South Korea rallies past Czech Republic to open World Cup campaignSouth Korea rallied to beat the Czech Republic 2-1 in their World Cup opener, moving to the top of Group A.
- Jordan Staal, Hurricanes take Game 5, close in on Stanley Cup titleJordan Staal scored in Game 5 as the Hurricanes beat the Golden Knights 4-2, moving closer to the Stanley Cup title.
- Iran’s World Cup team finds support from fans in MexicoIran's World Cup team received support from Mexican fans during practice in Tijuana.
- Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani leaves game early due to left knee inflammationShohei Ohtani left the Dodgers' game against the Pirates early due to left knee inflammation, but the team still won 8-6. Manager Dave Roberts expressed low concern about Ohtani's condition.
- Mexico beats South Africa to kick off 2026 World CupMexico beat South Africa 2-0 in the opening match of the 2026 World Cup, which was marked by three red cards and a dominant performance by the home team.
- Japan captain Wataru Endo pulls out of World Cup due to injury and retires from national teamJapan captain Wataru Endo has withdrawn from the World Cup squad due to injury and announced his retirement from international soccer.
- LA 2028 working to avoid repeat of World Cup visa issuesLos Angeles 2028 organizers are working with authorities to avoid visa issues experienced during the World Cup, according to IOC officials.
- Knicks move within one win of title after biggest comeback in NBA Finals historyKnicks move within one win of title after biggest comeback in NBA Finals history
- Teenage sensation Kimi Antonelli heads to Spain seeking sixth straight winTeenage Formula One driver Kimi Antonelli seeks sixth straight win in Spain, aiming to match teammate George Russell's career tally of six grand prix victories.
- Injured Takumi Minamino takes on role of mentor for Japan at World CupTakumi Minamino is serving as a mentor for Japan's World Cup campaign in 2026 despite recovering from a knee injury that ended his chances of playing in the tournament.
- Gianni Infantino defends FIFA over visa issues in U.S. ahead of World CupFIFA President Gianni Infantino addressed concerns about visa issues for players and officials entering the U.S. ahead of the World Cup, stating FIFA would not intervene in the U.S. entry approval process.
- Japan’s retail investor army flocks to SpaceX after IPO droughtJapan's retail investors are showing strong interest in SpaceX's IPO, driven by a lack of major investment opportunities in the country. SpaceX increased its fundraising target in Japan to $2.5 billion, with 30% of the $75 billion IPO allocated for individual buyers.
- Stock investors eye deep run for Japan at World CupJapan's participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup is expected to benefit companies involved in streaming, food, and beverage sectors if the team advances in the tournament.
- Two Matsuya companies team up in Tokyo on premium beef dishesMatsuya Foods opened a premium store in Tokyo's Ginza district, offering high-end beef dishes like Kobe beef bowls and wagyu hamburger steaks, aiming to appeal to elderly customers and women.