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Update At 18:00    USD/JPY 156,34  ↑+0.1014        EUR/JPY 183,37  ↑+0.1382        GBP/JPY 211,90  ↑+0.2975        USD/EUR 1,17  ↑+0.0001        USD/KRW 1.446,71  ↑+1.175        JPY/SGD 0,01  ↑+-0        Germany: DAX 46,31  ↑+0.52        Spain: IBEX 35 37,30  ↑+0.98        France: CAC 40 44,15  ↑+1.12        Nasdaq, Inc. 98,45  ↑+1.79        SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust 687,72  ↑+4.55        Gold 4.468,89  ↑+28.626        Bitcoin 93.198,01  ↓-672.05        Ethereum 3.221,42  ↓-3.21        

JAPAN

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Finance January 06, 2026

Japan’s Evolving Financial Landscape: How Hokuhoku Financial Group Is Positioning for Growth

Japan’s shift to positive interest rates, rising foreign investment, and major advances in digital finance are reshaping the country’s banking sector. Hokuhoku Financial Group is adapting...
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Manufacturing January 06, 2026

Bearing the Weight of the World’s Micro Motors

Porite Corporation ensures smooth operations for the automotive and electronics industries through advanced powder metallurgy.
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Finance January 05, 2026

News Release: B-EN-G Invests in BatchLine and Showcases AI-Driven Global Management at GLASIAOUS Next 2025

Japan’s manufacturing-DX specialist deepens SaaS partnership in pharma MES and advances AI-enabled finance and governance for multinationals
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Food January 05, 2026

News Release: AIXIA Refreshes MiawMiaw Dry Foods and Enters Frozen Dog Food Market with BLACK TERRACE Supervision

AIXIA’s cat lineup gains updated mineral balance and new packs as the company launches chef-designed frozen meals for dogs
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Tourism & Culture January 05, 2026

Happily Ever After Starts Here with BRASS

BRASS crafts fully private “house wedding” celebrations nationwide across Japan, pairing bespoke venues, gowns, cuisine, and masterful hosting to make every couple’s big day feel uniquely...
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Manufacturing January 03, 2026

Nitto Kohki Empowers Regional Growth

With a new state-of-the-art plant in Fukushima, Nitto Kohki is contributing to regional revitalization and eco-conscious manufacturing.
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Digital Transformation January 03, 2026

Keeping the Internet Nice with adish

adish runs the friendly side of digital life—24/7 customer support, community management, and social-risk monitoring—so apps, schools, and brands stay safe, kind, and fun to use.
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Cosmetics January 02, 2026

The Sign of a Beauty Revolution

Unveiling the mystery behind Seven Two Seven, the brand that turned a railway view into a national icon.
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Fashion January 01, 2026

The Fabric of Imagination for Ninety Years

With a legacy of "wakuwaku," Okadaya remains the go-to destination for those seeking to express themselves through craft.
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Food December 31, 2025

Bringing Authentic Washoku Worldwide

TableMark blends authentic Japanese craftsmanship with modern convenience, transforming traditional dishes like udon and okonomiyaki into accessible frozen favorites enjoyed by households worldwide.
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Tourism & Culture December 30, 2025

KOKO Hotel’s Vision for Japan Tourism

Japan is a land full of unique, diverse experiences, and KOKO Hotel is the gateway to its lesser-visited corners.
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Finance December 30, 2025

Ready, Set, ACT: A Moving Financial Force

Through digital innovation and face-to-face consulting, Saikyo Bank builds resilient partnerships that revitalize the regional economy.
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Food December 29, 2025

AI Preserves Japan’s Cake Craft

Juchheim blends heritage with high-tech. Its AI assistant THEO preserves Baumkuchen recipes, supports artisans, and ensures craftsmanship thrives in Japan’s rapidly changing food industry.