Tokyo news on Saturday, October 31, 2026

In Tokyo on Saturday, October 31, 2026: WTA Tokyo semifinals: Rybakina withdraws with injury. Also: Tokyo Electron's Q2 profit jumped 27% driven by AI demand; company announced ¥150 billion share buyback; Japan Post Insurance is anchoring Star Asia's $190 million Tokyo housing fund. Weather: Cool and clear in Tokyo today, 12–22°C with gentle winds.

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Headlines

WTA Tokyo semifinals happen today: Pohankova faces Shnaider; Fernandez gets walkover after Rybakina withdrew with neck injury.Reuters · Oct 30, 1:26 PM

Events & going out

Bon Jovi confirmed two Tokyo Dome shows in 2027.Rockum · Oct 30, 6:30 AM

Business & new openings

Tokyo Electron's Q2 profit jumped 27% driven by AI demand; company announced ¥150 billion share buyback.Yahoo Finance · Oct 30, 7:27 AM
Japan Post Insurance is anchoring Star Asia's $190 million Tokyo housing fund.Dealroom · Oct 30, 11:24 AM

Culture & arts

Cate Blanchett brought her Displacement Film Fund to Tokyo this week.Deadline · Oct 30, 6:22 AM

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