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‘Phantom’ coins — believed to be destroyed after WWII — found in warehouse in Japan
Photos show the reddish brown coins. “Phantom” coins or “phantom” currency are an unusual type of Japanese Yen coin made of ceramic during the metal shortages of WWII, according to an FAQ ...
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Japan’s Metaplanet Plans to Buy 21,000 Bitcoin by 2026
The “21 Million Plan” comprises the issuance of 21 million shares via moving strike warrants and represents Asia’s ...
Metaplanet plans to raise over $700M to buy Bitcoin
Japanese firm Metaplanet plans to raise roughly $745 million to fund Bitcoin purchases, aiming for 21,000 BTC by 2026 as part ...
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Yen Strengthens as Japan Maintains Tightening While ECB Moves to Cut Rates
The yen surged on Thursday as Japan stays on track for rate hikes, while the European Central Bank (ECB) is expected to ease.
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Metaplanet to raise $745 million for massive Bitcoin buy
Japanese investment firm Metaplanet plans to raise 116 billion yen ($745.5 million) to buy additional Bitcoin.
Japanese yen rallies, bond yields climb after BOJ hikes rates
The yen strengthened and Japanese government bond yields rose to fresh multi-year highs on Friday after the Bank of Japan ...
Bank of Japan expected to raise rates, Yen calm
The Japanese yen is slightly lower on Thursday. In the European session, USD/JPY is trading at 156.25, down 0.16% on the day.
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500-yen tickets connect Kinki region youth with bunraku
OSAKA—A single 500-yen coin ($3.20) guarantees you a chance to see pros perform the centuries-old trade of traditional Japanese puppetry. Aimed at those unfamiliar with the classic artform ...