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japanese straits

Energy Shocks Push Cattle Prices Upward

March 7, 2026

The market saw a sharp shift last week, largely driven by energy costs rather than any real shortage of cattle. Rising fuel prices—especially gasoline and diesel—sent input expenses higher, squeezing margins for producers who already faced negative earnings. Even if cattle prices stayed flat, the in

sports

Shohei Ohtani Lights Up Tokyo with Grand Slam and Big‑Time Batting Practice

March 6, 2026

The World Baseball Classic kicked off in Japan with a spectacle that blended skill, showmanship and fan engagement. In the opening Pool C match, Japan faced Taiwan in a game that ended 13‑0. Shohei Ohtani made headlines early, hitting a grand slam in the second inning after a double on the first pit

science

The 57‑Degree Secret to Feeling Good

March 6, 2026

A Japanese researcher in 2013 set out to find the perfect temperature for happiness. He concluded that when the outside air is 57 degrees Fahrenheit, people feel their best. If it’s warmer or cooler, the mood drops. The key point is not the daily average but the exact moment when it hits 57 degrees

sports

Quiet Power: How a Japanese Pitcher Rose from School Fields to the Pro League

March 6, 2026

Hiromi Itoh, born on August 31, 1997, grew up in Japan and now pitches for the Hokkaido Nippon‑Ham Fighters. His journey began in local after‑school baseball clubs, where the focus on discipline and repetition laid a solid foundation. During high school, he faced fierce competition in regional to

entertainment

Indie Games Unveiled: New Adventures for Switch and More

March 3, 2026

Nintendo’s recent Indie World Showcase dropped a fresh batch of titles for the Switch and its next‑gen version. The lineup mixes puzzles, platformers, co‑op brawlers and heartwarming stories, giving players a taste of everything indie developers can bring. The showcase opened with a quick look at

health

Deep Connections in Japanese Hospital Care

February 28, 2026

In many hospitals, doctors and patients often share moments that feel almost holy. These “sacred moments” happen when people feel a strong bond and a sense of calm or hope. Studies from North America have shown that such encounters can hint at how healthy a person will feel later, both for the patie

finance

Asian Markets Dip as AI Buzz and Middle East Tension Steer Investors Toward Safety

February 27, 2026

Asian stock indices slipped during the trading day, with Japan’s market mirroring a decline seen on U. S. exchanges after mixed signals from the tech giant Nvidia. Investors shifted away from riskier assets, turning instead to the yen and U. S. Treasury bonds for steadiness. The move came amid a b

crypto

WebN Group Shuts Doors After Helping Startups Grow

February 26, 2026

The blockchain incubator founded by billionaire Alan Howard has closed, ending a few years of support for new crypto companies. The studio had funded several projects such as tokenization firm Libre (now KAIO), staking shop Twinstake, infrastructure provider TruFin, and privacy‑focused startup Geome

finance

Japan’s Finance Ministry Plans to Shift Bond Auction Time Frames

February 25, 2026

The Japanese government is thinking about changing how it groups bond auctions by maturity. This move could make borrowing easier for projects that need money over a long time. Last week, officials sent out surveys to investors and banks to get their opinions on a possible reshuffle. Right now

politics

China Blocks 20 Japanese Firms From Exporting Dual‑Use Goods

February 24, 2026

The Commerce Ministry of China has announced a new set of restrictions targeting twenty Japanese companies and institutions. These entities are said to be involved in boosting Japan’s military strength, so any trade of dual‑use products—goods that can serve both civilian and defense purposes—must no