In the past few years, modern HR operations have witnessed significant transformation and disruptions in their traditional practices. (News On Japan)

Japan's consumer inflation rate rose in March, but the pace of the gain slowed from the previous month. The Consumer Price Index, which excludes fresh food, came in at 2.6 percent from a year earlier. (NHK)

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda on Thursday suggested a possible need to raise interest rates again if the yen's depreciation continues and leads to notable price increases. (Kyodo)

Amid rising demand for artificial intelligence (AI), major American IT companies are announcing significant investments. (News On Japan)

A group of 63 medical professionals has filed a lawsuit against Google, alleging the tech giant has failed to address malicious reviews on Google Maps. (News On Japan)

Rakuten is consolidating its smartphone payment apps into a single platform. (News On Japan)

The prices of newly built condominiums in Tokyo's city center continue to surge, surpassing 100 million yen ($650,000) on average across all 23 wards. (News On Japan)

Toyota Motor has issued a recall for about 211,000 Prius vehicles worldwide due to a risk the rear doors could open during driving. (NHK)

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)