KKR has acquired Japan’s Hoken Minaoshi Hompo Group for over 30 billion yen, setting the stage for further expansion in Asia’s insurance sector. The move reflects KKR’s strategy to leverage its global expertise and strengthen its foothold in Japan’s evolving market.
J AGRI Tokyo Show 2025 Set to Take Place at Makuhari Messe
J AGRI Tokyo Show 2025 will take place on October 1–3 at Makuhari Messe, Tokyo. Organized by RX Japan, the exhibition will showcase global innovations in smart farming, digital agriculture, and cutting-edge equipment
Japan’s Food Inflation Pushes Household Spending on Food to Record Highs
Japan’s food prices keep climbing, pushing household spending on food to record levels in nearly 80% of major cities, even as energy costs ease and economists predict inflation may soon peak.
Used Condominium Prices in Japan Experience Slight Increase in July 2025
Japan’s used condominium market showed mixed trends in July 2025, with Tokyo and Osaka continuing to see price growth while several surrounding prefectures and the Chubu region recorded declines.
United States to Announce Japan’s $550 Billion Investment Deal Focused on Strategic Sectors
The U.S. government is set to announce a $550 billion investment package from Japan this week, focusing on strategic sectors such as semiconductors, antibiotics, and rare earths, with trade negotiations entering their final stage.
Japan’s 2025 Election May Derail BOJ’s Interest Rate Hike Plans
Inbizzy, Tokyo, – Japan’s central bank, the Bank of Japan (BOJ), may face growing political pressure to delay raising interest… Read more »
