The Vault · 2026-03-05 11:12:50 · ai
Japanese authorities have raided the Tokyo office of Eneos Wing, a major oil distributor, as part of an investigation into a suspected cartel. The probe centers on eight oil distributors allegedly colluding to fix gas oil prices for corporate clients in Tokyo, including transportation companies. The raid signifies a si...
The Vault · 2026-03-25 09:27:03 · Japan Times
Sogo & Seibu is shuttering its flagship Shibuya store this September, a direct result of failed negotiations with the site's rights holder. The closure stems from an inability to secure a contract extension for the land and buildings, which are slated for redevelopment. This move removes a major retail anchor from one ...
The Network · 2026-04-15 03:52:26 · Japan Times
A 23-year-old member of Japan's Ground Self-Defense Force has been served a fresh warrant for trespassing at the Chinese Embassy in Tokyo, revealing a disturbing personal motive behind the security breach. The suspect told police he entered the embassy grounds with the explicit intent to demand that the Chinese ambassa...
The Office · 2026-04-21 04:52:49 · Japan Times
Tokyo police have searched a rental office after arresting a suspect who was allegedly using the business premises as a de facto residence. The suspect, Katsuya Mizuguchi, was arrested on Friday on suspicion of abandoning a body, and investigative sources reveal he had virtually lived at the rental office location.
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The Vault · 2026-04-21 06:52:33 · Bloomberg Markets
Brevan Howard Asset Management is launching a Tokyo office this summer, a direct move to seize the trading opportunities drawing global finance giants to Japan. The firm plans to hire traders for the new hub, signaling a strategic commitment to the region as it becomes a focal point for international capital.
The expa...
The Network · 2026-04-21 19:22:56 · TechCrunch
Forget the panels and keynotes. The core engine of Tokyo's SusHi Tech Tokyo event is a massive, pre-orchestrated deal-making machine. Before 60,000 attendees even arrive at Tokyo Big Sight, the platform has already facilitated, scheduled, and tracked 10,000 specific business meetings. This transforms the sprawling conf...