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Update At 21:24    USD/JPY 158,15  ↓-0.3884        EUR/JPY 183,79  ↓-0.3324        GBP/JPY 212,04  ↓-0.1652        USD/EUR 1,16  ↑+0.0007        USD/KRW 1.472,74  ↑+3.162        JPY/SGD 0,01  ↑+0        Germany: DAX 46,57  ↓-0.29        Spain: IBEX 35 37,96  ↑+0.2        France: CAC 40 45,68  ↑+0.75        Nasdaq, Inc. 100,33  ↑+0.26        SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust 692,24  ↑+1.88        Gold 4.609,38  ↓-6.1298        Bitcoin 95.493,11  ↓-94.54        Ethereum 3.310,00  ↓-8.2        

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Finance January 21, 2026

Okinawa Financial Group’s Moonshot Strategy: How a Regional Bank Is Driving Growth, DX and Regional Revitalization in Asia

Okinawa Financial Group is leveraging its bold “Moonshot” growth plan, digital transformation and hands-on regional initiatives to boost profitability, strengthen shareholder returns and...
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Manufacturing January 21, 2026

How Hashimoto Cloth Corp. Advances Global Demand for High-Performance Nonwoven Solutions

Hashimoto Cloth Corp. is strengthening its position in the global nonwovens market through expanded production in Vietnam, investments in automation, and a focus on high-precision industrial wipes that...
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Finance January 21, 2026

Hokuhoku Financial Group on Growth Beyond Borders

From Hokuriku Region and Japan’s northern heartlands, Hokuhoku Financial Group, with Hokuriku Bank and Hokkaido Bank at its core, is driving regional renewal by uniting finance, technology, and...
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Others January 21, 2026

Taking Care of Business in an Aging Society

Learn how Tsukui Corporation became Japan’s number one provider of Day Services by putting people first.
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Manufacturing January 20, 2026

Maruichi Steel Tube Advances Global Growth with Strategic Investments in Semiconductor and Overseas Manufacturing

Maruichi Steel Tube is strengthening its global footprint through long-term investment in semiconductor-grade piping, localized production, and expansion in key markets such as the United States, India,...
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Fashion January 20, 2026

Precision Eyewear Craftsmanship: How Four Nines Elevates Japan’s Luxury Optical Market

Japan’s eyewear industry blends meticulous craftsmanship with modern innovation, and Four Nines has become a central force in that evolution. The company continues to shape premium optical design...
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Cosmetics January 20, 2026

News Release: BCL’s ROAlív Revamps “Honey Luster” Lip Serum and Debuts Limited “Loveworthy” Holiday Fragrance

Japanese “nature-inspired, genderless” beauty brand strengthens its hero lip-care formula while expanding its Mind Sense fragrance line with a snow-globe themed winter scent.
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Real Estate January 20, 2026

Generating High Interest in Saitama’s Future

The Musashino Bank combines traditional community values with digital innovation to revitalize the regional economy.
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Finance January 20, 2026

Generating High Interest in Saitama’s Future

The Musashino Bank combines traditional community values with digital innovation to revitalize the regional economy.
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Manufacturing January 19, 2026

How Nakanishi MFG Advances Hygiene, Automation, and Sustainability in Japan’s Evolving Food Industry

Japan’s food sector relies on meticulous hygiene systems, advanced automation, and energy-efficient machinery. Nakanishi MFG supports this progress through integrated kitchen engineering and technologies...
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Cosmetics January 19, 2026

NEOPHARM: Korean beauty brand for sensitive skin

NEOPHARM is advancing sensitive-skin care through patented MLE technologies that restore and strengthen the skin barrier.
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Sustainability January 19, 2026

Shizuoka Bank Leads Regional Revival in Japan

Shizuoka Bank is strengthening regional economies while expanding abroad, blending local trust with global ambition to support innovation, sustainability, and growth across Japan and Asia.
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Material Science January 19, 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.