Ishiba to revamp strategy to industrialize quantum tech
World 17:04 19/05/2025TSUKUBA/IBARAKI -- Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said Sunday that his government will "drastically strengthen" its strategy to industrialize quantum technology, amid growing international competition in this field.
Pterosaur fossil found in Japan identified as new species
World 16:56 19/05/2025KUMAMOTO -- A fossilized cervical vertebra discovered back in 1996 in southwestern Japan was found to have been a new genus and species of pterosaur, a prehistoric flying reptile.
7-Eleven Japan testing delivery robots
World 16:45 19/05/2025TOKYO -- Amid a serious truck driver shortage, convenience store chain Seven-Eleven Japan Co. began a trial delivery service using robots on public roads in Tokyo's western suburb on Monday.
Japan enacts bills to make criminal procedures digital
World 17:07 16/05/2025TOKYO -- Japan's parliament enacted Friday bills to revise laws to make criminal procedures digital, including allowing investigative authorities to receive search and arrest warrants online.
Japan team finds gene determining calico cat color patterns
World 17:02 16/05/2025TOKYO -- A Japanese research team led by Kyushu University professor Hiroyuki Sasaki has said it discovered a gene that determines the color patterns of the tricolored calico cat, known in Japan as 'mike neko.'
Uber to launch self-driving mobility service in Japan
World 15:14 15/05/2025NEW YORK -- Uber Technologies Inc. plans to launch a self-driving mobility service in Japan, a company executive said Wednesday.
Japan, WTO vow to strengthen multilateral trade system
World 16:41 14/05/2025TOKYO -- The Japanese government and the World Trade Organization on Tuesday reaffirmed their determination to work closely together to strengthen the WTO-led free and open multilateral trade regime.
Nissan to cut 20,000 jobs globally
World 15:53 13/05/2025TOKYO -- Struggling Nissan Motor Co. is planning to cut about 20,000 jobs in and outside Japan, up from 9,000 as previously planned, it was learned Monday.
Osaka expo highlights uniqueness of Kansai region
World 17:02 12/05/2025OSAKA -- The newly opened 2025 World Exposition in Osaka, western Japan, showcases not only cutting-edge technologies from around the world but also the uniqueness of different countries and areas, including the host Kansai region.
Tokyo to work with Bangkok on city planning, low birthrates
World 16:36 12/05/2025BANGKOK -- The governors of Tokyo and Bangkok confirmed in their recent meeting that the two cities will work closely together on urban planning and tackling low birthrates.
Japan, EU discuss cooperation to maintain free trade
World 16:31 09/05/2025TOKYO -- Japan and the European Union held a session of their ministerial-level economic dialogue in Tokyo on Thursday, discussing cooperation to maintain free trade amid concerns over the impact of U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff measures.
Japan, Australia confirm security cooperation
World 16:30 09/05/2025TOKYO -- Japan and Australia have reaffirmed their close cooperation in the security field in response to North Korea's launch of ballistic missiles Thursday.
