The Japanese government plans to impose fines of 20% on domestic sales of major IT companies like Apple and Google to curb monopolistic practices such as hindering new entrants in the smartphone app market. (News On Japan)

When selecting a translation and interpretation services company, several critical factors must be considered to ensure that your specific needs are met effectively. This introduction will guide you through the essential criteria to evaluate when choosing a translation service provider. (News On Japan)

The trade balance for fiscal year 2023 recorded a deficit of 5.8 trillion yen, marking the third consecutive year of deficits. (News On Japan)

Honda's Chinese subsidiary has unveiled a new model of electric vehicle (EV), the 'Ye' series, tailored for the Chinese market, marking its global debut. (News On Japan)

As work values evolve over time, so do the expectations and tolerances of each generation. Those accustomed to the idea of lifelong employment may find themselves at odds with current norms, which favor flexibility and personal growth over long-term stability. (News On Japan)

The Japan Fair Trade Commission (JFTC) is set to issue an administrative order to Google for possibly violating antitrust laws by allegedly restricting transactions for digital ads with "LINE Yahoo." (News On Japan)

Japanese department stores have reported a series of strong financial results for the fiscal year, buoyed by increased spending by foreign tourists due to the weakening yen. (News On Japan)

"Toko Kaiun Corporation," a shipping company based in Kobe, has drawn a line in the sand when it comes to romances withing the workplace, distinguishing between on-ship and off-ship relationships. (News On Japan)

Nippon Steel's proposal to acquire American steel giant U.S. Steel has been approved at a special shareholders' meeting, with the focus now shifting to regulatory reviews for finalization. (News On Japan)

Miyazaki Prefecture's famed fully ripe mangoes, known as "Taiyo no Tamago" or "Eggs of the Sun," have reached a record-breaking price of 700,000 yen for just two fruits. (News On Japan)

A groundbreaking platform has been launched in the metaverse, allowing companies and individual creators to open virtual stores. (News On Japan)

The first auction of the new tea season took place at the Shizuoka Tea Market in Shizuoka City, with the highest bid reaching over 1.11 million yen per kilogram. (News On Japan)

Fast Retailing, the company behind Uniqlo, reported record half-year sales for the period ending in February this year, buoyed by strong overseas performance in Europe and America, with revenues exceeding 1.59 trillion yen. (News On Japan)

Panasonic has announced its full-scale entry into the second-hand home appliances business, a move driven by rising prices and a growing thrift-conscious consumer base. Here's a closer look at the initiative. (News On Japan)

The has yen weakened to 152 yen to the dollar, the lowest level since July 1990, in reaction to the latest U.S. consumer price index, fueling speculation that the Federal Reserve Board (FRB) might delay the timing of interest rate cuts. (News On Japan)

NTT DoCoMo and Amazon have announced a collaboration in payment and point systems. (News On Japan)

The Corporate Goods Price Index, which reflects the prices of goods traded between companies, reached an all-time high in both March and the fiscal year of 2023. (News On Japan)

On April 9, the broadcast of BS-TBS's "Hodo 1930" delved into the electric vehicle (EV) sector's shifting landscape, sparked by Tesla's reported sales dip and strategic pivot away from the low-cost EV market. (News On Japan)

Domestic production facilities for ethylene, a basic raw material for various chemical products including plastics, are set to be shut down for the first time in approximately ten years. (News On Japan)

Japan witnessed over 9,000 corporate bankruptcies nationwide in fiscal 2023 for the first time in nine years. (News On Japan)