Woman tries 'healthy' McDonald's in Japan – and people can't make up their minds

McDonald's is different all around the world (stock image) ( Image: In Pictures via Getty Images) McDonald's are all different around the world, and one travel lover has shared what is on the menu in Japan – leaving people stunned. When we travel …

Couche-Tard takes the fight for 7-Eleven to Japan

Open this photo in gallery:Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc.'s founder Alain Bouchard and CEO Alex Miller at a press conference on their bid for 7-Eleven convenience store operator Seven & i Holdings in Tokyo on March 13, 2025.Kim Kyung-Hoon/ …

What Japan can teach the US in an age of boycotts

Japan's Inoue to fight Cardenas in Las Vegas

Japanese boxer Naoya Inoue will defend his undisputed super bantamweight world title against American Ramon Cardenas on May 4 in Las Vegas, promoter Top Rank said. Inoue, who has a 29-0 record with 26 knockouts, last fought in the U.S. in 2021 and will …

Meet Japan's Ambassador to the Republic of Austria

Born on January 10, 1963, Ambassador Iwama studied law at the prestigious Kyoto University and joined Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs in 1986. Over the years, he has held various key diplomatic positions, including Minister-Counsellor at Japan’s …

US backs Japan’s indigenous hypersonic missile development

The US Department of State has approved a possible deal worth an estimated US$200 million to provide capability support for Japan’s Hyper Velocity Gliding Projectile (HVGP) programme, the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) announced on 10 March. …

International biodiversity event discovers Japan’s tropical islands

The islands are the far southern end of Japan – once a separate kingdom, today a favourite travel destination offering unique culture, delicious foods, a beautiful tropical setting and a rich biodiversity. It is the last point that was especially important …

Canada’s Couche-Tard could lift $47bn offer if Japan store owner shares data

New York - Alimentation Couche-Tard could bolster its $47bn offer for Seven & I if the Japanese firm became more co-operative and shared its financial information in greater detail, the founder of the Canadian retailer said on Thursday. The comments …

Big in Japan: How MLB is swinging for the fences in the Asian market

Although it is commonly known as “America’s pastime,” baseball is a global game with strong followings across central and south America, parts of Europe, and perhaps most crucially, Asia. Japan, South Korea, China, and Chinese Taipei all fielded teams in …

Cruises to Japan: When to go, how much they cost

Japan has become a popular cruise destination with searches for cruises to Japan increasing significantly in the past year. Numerous cruise lines offer itineraries in Japan, including Princess Cruises, Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, …