McDonald's Asia outage forces store closures across region
A significant technology failure has hit McDonald's operations across multiple Asian countries, forcing restaurants in Japan, Hong Kong, and Australia to suspend operations temporarily.
Category : Search result: Japan business news
London business activity hits 13-month high
London's private sector surges with strongest growth in over a year, outpacing national average as business confidence soars across the capital.
Japan deploys military after record bear attacks
Japanese military forces have been called into the northern Akita region following an unprecedented wave of bear attacks, with incidents reaching their highest level in decades.
Japan's bear crisis: Record encounters spark emergency
Japan faces an unprecedented wildlife crisis as bear encounters reach record highs, with experts warning of growing human-wildlife conflict in urbanising landscapes. Discover why these dangerous incidents are surging and what authorities are doing to prot
Primark owner ABF announces London headquarters relocation
Associated British Foods reveals plans to move its London headquarters from Weston Centre to new prestigious offices at 2 Gresham Street, marking significant strategic shift for retail giant.
Domino's Shares Plunge 10% on Irish Franchise Crisis
Domino's Pizza Group shares plummet as Irish franchisee financial crisis threatens expansion plans and reveals deeper structural problems in the pizza giant's operations.
Japan funds hunters as bear attacks reach record highs
As bear attacks reach unprecedented levels across Japan, authorities are taking radical action by funding hunter recruitment to control the surging population in a dramatic wildlife conflict.
Wizz Air Launches Premium Cabin on European Routes
Hungarian airline Wizz Air shakes up European travel with new premium seating offering extra legroom, priority services and enhanced comfort at competitive prices.
Japan's Takaichi positions as key figure in China policy
Former Japanese minister Sanae Takaichi positions herself as potential successor to Shinzo Abe, advocating strengthened US-Japan alliance and tougher stance against China's territorial ambitions.
Trump may withdraw US troops from Japan if re-elected
Exclusive: Donald Trump considers pulling American troops out of Japan in potential second term, raising alarm bells about Asian security and global military strategy.
Shinzo Abe's assassin death sentence upheld
Japan's Supreme Court rejects Tetsuya Yamagami's appeal, confirming death penalty for former PM Shinzo Abe's assassination during 2022 campaign speech.
Trump signs rare earths pact with Japan, reducing China reliance
Former US President Donald Trump forges landmark rare earths agreement with Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi, reshaping global tech manufacturing and reducing Western reliance on China.
Japan Ambassador Masters Scouse Slang in Liverpool
Japan's UK ambassador dazzles Liverpudlians with perfect Scouse slang while exploring the city's culinary scene in a viral diplomatic video that's winning hearts across Merseyside.
SpudBros accused of bullying small business in trademark row
A family-run potato business faces David vs Goliath battle after SpudBros allegedly threatened legal action over similar branding in what's being called corporate bullying of small UK enterprises.
Japan PM banks on Abe effect for Trump talks
Japan's freshly elected Prime Minister Kimiko Yamazaki is betting on the legacy of Shinzo Abe's relationship with Donald Trump to navigate crucial US-Japan trade and security negotiations.
Japan's bear attack crisis: Why it's happening
As Japan faces an unprecedented rise in bear encounters, experts reveal the surprising reasons behind the surge and essential safety tips for residents and tourists.
Real-Life Succession: Tech Heiress's Power Battle
The gripping story of Gina, a modern tech dynasty heiress, battling corporate intrigue and family betrayal in a high-stakes power struggle that mirrors the hit TV drama.
SF's Mission Hunan closes after 35 years due to homeless housing
A cherished family-run Chinese restaurant in San Francisco is shutting its doors after 35 years, blaming a nearby homeless housing development for devastating business and safety concerns that drove away customers.
Japan appoints just one woman in cabinet reshuffle
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's cabinet reshuffle sees just one female minister amid criticism of Japan's poor gender equality record in politics.
Japan's drummer politician Takaichi eyes PM role
Conservative heavyweight Sanae Takaichi, known for her drumming skills and hawkish policies, emerges as frontrunner in Japan's leadership race with radical economic proposals.
Japan's First Female PM: Sanae Takaichi Makes History
In a historic political breakthrough, Sanae Takaichi is positioned to shatter Japan's highest glass ceiling and become the nation's first female prime minister following the ruling party's leadership election.
Japan's WWII Apology Prime Minister Murayama Dies
Tributes flow for former Japanese Prime Minister Tomiichi Murayama, whose historic 1995 apology for WWII atrocities reshaped Asian diplomacy and leaves a complex legacy.
Twin Typhoons Nakri and Halong Threaten Japan
Japan braces for severe weather as Typhoon Nakri approaches the Izu Islands while Typhoon Halong gains strength, bringing heavy rainfall and potential disruption to travel and infrastructure.
Tokyo population sees first decline in 26 years
Japan's Tokyo metropolitan area records its first population drop since 1996, signalling a dramatic demographic shift amid national population concerns.
Filipino climber dies in Japan Alps fall
A 34-year-old Filipino mountaineer has died after a devastating 150-metre fall while climbing Japan's treacherous Northern Alps, marking another tragic incident in the popular climbing destination.
Kyoto tourist tax increases coming in 2026
Kyoto announces significant tourist tax increases starting 2026, with new accommodation fees and city tax adjustments aimed at managing overtourism and preserving cultural heritage.
Japan coalition crisis over Takaichi leadership bid
Japan's political stability hangs in the balance as coalition partner Komeito considers ending its 20-year alliance with the LDP over Sanae Takaichi's leadership ambitions, potentially triggering a government crisis.
Lib Dems Champion Enhanced UK-Japan Trade Partnership
The Liberal Democrats unveil ambitious strategy to strengthen economic ties with Japan, focusing on technology exchange and cultural partnerships to boost Britain's global standing.
Steven Bartlett: Some businesses should go under
Social Chain entrepreneur Steven Bartlett delivers hard truths about business survival in current economic climate, revealing why some companies are doomed to fail.
Nikko Implements Tourist Tax to Fight Overtourism
The UNESCO World Heritage site of Nikko introduces mandatory visitor fee to preserve cultural treasures and manage overwhelming crowds as tourism rebounds post-pandemic.
Page 1 of 4