Japan – Page 36

As Asian Societies Age, ‘Retirement’ Just Means More Work

Across East Asia, populations are graying faster than anywhere else in the world, and while younger generations shrink, older workers are often toiling well into their 70s and beyond.

By Motoko Rich and Hikari Hida

Dairy Products Economic Conditions and Trends Hokkaido (Japan) Japan Labor and Jobs Mergers, Acquisitions and Divestitures Population Retirement Rural Areas Shutdowns (Institutional)

Japan’s Business Owners Can’t Find Successors. This Man Is Giving His Away.

An owner’s struggle in Japan’s northern dairy region illuminates one of the potentially devastating economic impacts of an aging society.

By Ben Dooley and Hisako Ueno

Bank of Japan Banking and Financial Institutions Currency Economic Conditions and Trends Federal Reserve System Government Bonds Inflation (Economics) Interest Rates International Trade and World Market Japan Kuroda, Haruhiko Quantitative Easing Stimulus (Economic) Stocks and Bonds

Why Japan’s Sudden Shift on Bond Purchases Dealt a Global Jolt

The world has relied on ultralow interest rates in Japan. What will happen if they rise?

By Ben Dooley

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention China Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) Italy Japan Travel and Vacations Travel Warnings United States

China Covid: U.S. Testing Rule Meets a Collective Shrug

The U.S. travel rule drew a muted response in a country grappling with outbreaks and where mass, regular Covid testing was up until recently a daily reality for many millions of people.

By Mike Ives Amy Chang Chien Claire Fu and Tiffany May

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