MEXT Minister Masahiko Shibayama visited the Central Council for Education on April 17th to submit an inquiry on the following 4 items for elementary and secondary school education in a new era. 1 Modality of compulsory education corresponding to a new era; 2 Modality of higher education corresponding to a new era; 3 Modality of education corresponding to the increasing […]
Nissan Leaf Autech to go on sale in Japan
YOKOHAMA, Japan – The Nissan LEAF Autech will go on sale in Japan next month, adding exclusive styling to the world’s best-selling electric car. The customized model, based on the Nissan LEAF, will be launched June 21 by Autech Japan, Inc., a Nissan subsidiary. The Nissan LEAF Autech is the fourth model released under the Autech brand, following the Nissan Serena, […]
Japan-China International Development Cooperation Policy Consultation
On 23 May 2019, the Japan-China International Development Cooperation Policy Consultation was held in Beijing, China. The outcome of the consultation is as follows: This consultation was attended by: from the Japanese side; Mr. Kazuya Nashida, Assistant Minister and Director General, International Cooperation Bureau, and other relevant officials of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) […]
MOFA: Opinion Poll on Japan
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan commissioned research agencies to conduct an opinion poll on the image of Japan in the United States, Canada, five European countries, Russia and four Central Asian countries from January to February in 2019. The results of the poll are as follows. 1. United States The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan contracted with […]
METI Nudge Unit Inaugurated
Aiming to improve the effects brought about by implementing its policies, the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) inaugurated a METI Nudge Unit, a new internal project team for making use of a new policy approach based on behavioral economics, also known as “nudge.” In cooperation with experts, METI will design and promote specific nudge projects in certain fields, […]
The Prime Minister Receives a Proposal from the LDP Headquarters for 100-Year Life Society Strategy
On May 21, 2019, Prime Minister Shinzo Abe received the proposed vision from the Headquarters for 100-Year Life Society Strategy of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) at the Prime Minister’s Office. Read more: japan.kantei.go.jp/98_abe/actions/201905/_00030.html
The master craftsmanship of the Century, Japan’s only chauffeur-driven car
A look inside Toyota Motor East Japan’s Higashi-Fuji Plant, which is responsible for producing every Century model, reveals the many ways master craftsmen leave their mark. A full model change in June 2018 led to the development of the third-generation Century, which remains Japan’s only chauffeur-driven automobile. Each Century model has been handcrafted at Higashi-Fuji Plant of Toyota Motor East […]
FANUC: Construction of New Factory
FANUC CORPORATION is pleased to announce the construction of a new factory for ROBONANO. The existing ROBONANO factories (two buildings) will be combined, and shall be replaced by the new factory. The new factory will enhance production of the ROBONANO for turning, which is a new addition to the lineup of the current ROBONANO for machining. Overview of New ROBONANO […]
Asahi Holdings completes acquisition of the beer and cider business of Fuller, Smith & Turner P.L.C.
Asahi Group Holdings, Ltd. (“Asahi”) is pleased to announce that Asahi Europe Ltd (“AEL”), a wholly owned subsidiary of Asahi, completed the acquisition of the premium beer and cider business and other related assets (“Target Business”) of Fuller, Smith & Turner P.L.C. (“Fuller’s”), which is listed on the London Stock Exchange, and operates pubs, hotels, and a premium beer and […]
Suzuki Reveals All-new Carry in Indonesia
Suzuki revealed a global truck, the all-new Carry in Indonesia. In 1976, Suzuki started export of the Carry from Japan, and started production in Indonesia in the same year. Since then, the Carry has been acclaimed for its ease-of-use and durability. It has supported working people in various industries including agriculture, fisheries, construction and delivery in 145 countries and regions […]
Mazda Production and Sales Results for March 2019 and for April 2018 through March 2019 (Flash Report)
Mazda Motor Corporation’s production and sales results for March 2019 and for April 2018 through March 2019 are summarized below. I. Production Breakdown March 2019 Apr 2018 – Mar 2019 Jan – Mar 2019 Units YoY Change (%) Units YoY Change (%) Units YoY Change (%) DOMESTIC PRODUCTION Passenger Vehicles 89,136 -4.2 998,312 +2.3 268,096 +5.5 Commercial Vehicles 982 -12.2 […]
Yokogawa Releases FAST/TOOLS R10.04 Real-time Operations Management and Visualization Software
Yokogawa Electric Corporation (TOKYO: 6841) announces the release of FAST/TOOLS R10.04, the latest version of its renowned real-time operations management and visualization software, and will release it for sale on April 18 as part of its OpreX™ Control and Safety System family. A highly flexible and scalable supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) solution suitable for use in everything from […]
EU and Japan Sign Breakthrough Free Trade Agreement
In a boost for global free trade, Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and EU Presidents Jean-Claude Juncker and Donald Tusk yesterday signed the Japan-EU Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) to lay the ground work for the creation of an open trade zone covering over 600 million people. Also known as JEFTA, the deal has been long in the making, but was […]
METI Releases White Paper on International Economy and Trade 2018
The global economy is facing significant shifts, according to the 2018 White Paper on International Economy and Trade released recently by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI). These shifts include movements against the free trade system under the WTO, advancement of digital transformation including expanding digital trade, and the rise of China and other emerging and developing economies. […]
JAXA and JAMA Work Together on AI Systems for Self-Driving Cars
The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) said that it started collaboration with the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association (JAMA) on quality assurance of AI platforms designed to drive autonomous automobiles. In working with Japan’s car industry, JAXA aims to obtain the knowledge necessary to develop safe AI software onboard spacecraft. Through developing spacecraft and other pursuits, JAXA has acquired and built […]
