TOKYO -- Western private equity giants like Blackstone are set to sharply ramp up spending in Japan over the next few years, seeing opportunities for high returns in a market with favorable factors including the weak yen.
Governance reform and soft yen draw global investors seeking better returns

The weak yen and corporate governance reform efforts are drawing foreign buyout funds to Japan. (Photo by Konosuke Urata)
TOKYO -- Western private equity giants like Blackstone are set to sharply ramp up spending in Japan over the next few years, seeing opportunities for high returns in a market with favorable factors including the weak yen.