Tag: "Jiji Press"
Ishiba to revamp strategy to industrialize quantum tech

Ishiba to revamp strategy to industrialize quantum tech

World 17:04 19/05/2025

TSUKUBA/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

Pterosaur fossil found in Japan identified as new species

World 16:56 19/05/2025

KUMAMOTO -- 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

7-Eleven Japan testing delivery robots

World 16:45 19/05/2025

TOKYO -- 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

Japan enacts bills to make criminal procedures digital

World 17:07 16/05/2025

TOKYO -- 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

Japan team finds gene determining calico cat color patterns

World 17:02 16/05/2025

TOKYO -- 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

Uber to launch self-driving mobility service in Japan

World 15:14 15/05/2025

NEW 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

Japan, WTO vow to strengthen multilateral trade system

World 16:41 14/05/2025

TOKYO -- 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

Nissan to cut 20,000 jobs globally

World 15:53 13/05/2025

TOKYO -- 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

Osaka expo highlights uniqueness of Kansai region

World 17:02 12/05/2025

OSAKA -- 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

Tokyo to work with Bangkok on city planning, low birthrates

World 16:36 12/05/2025

BANGKOK -- 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

Japan, EU discuss cooperation to maintain free trade

World 16:31 09/05/2025

TOKYO -- 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

Japan, Australia confirm security cooperation

World 16:30 09/05/2025

TOKYO -- Japan and Australia have reaffirmed their close cooperation in the security field in response to North Korea's launch of ballistic missiles Thursday.