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On Nov. 20 the Logistics Consortium baton held a joint press conference to announce its initiatives.
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New Logistics Consortium baton to accelerate trucking efficiency
Japan¡¯s logistics industry is facing pressing challenges, including accelerating labor shortages and increasing need for addressing environmental issues. According to a report compiled by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry in February 2023, if no countermeasures are taken, there could be a...
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To realize a circular economy, Oji advances recycling, partnerships
Amid the current trend of reducing plastic use and increasing resource circulation, there is growing momentum to expand the use of paper as an alternative to plastic, said Keiji Shimatani, general manager of the Packaging Innovation Center and Recycling Initiatives Department at Oji Holdings, Japan¡¯s...
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Smart city forum focuses on communities building the future
The fourth SSPP (Sustainable Smart City Partner Program) Forum convened in Tokyo¡¯s Harajuku district this October at With Harajuku Hall, an open space fostering informal, energetic dialogue.
Newly developed high-efficiency, low-pollution experimental hydrogen boilers supplying the Suntory Minami Alps Hakushu Water Plant
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Nov 4, 2025
H?O giant Suntory explores advancing with hydrogen
By Maiko Muraoka
The beverage giant Suntory Holdings Ltd., together with nine other companies and Yamanashi Prefecture, held a ceremony on Oct. 11 to mark the start of a demonstration experiment at a large-scale power-to-gas (P2G) system for using renewable electricity to produce hydrogen fuel at Green Hydrogen Park...
Professionals from diverse fields debate development issues.
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Sep 8, 2025
Digital transformation reshapes urban planning involving public
By Manami Tominaga
The Land Readjustment and Urban Development Forum held in Tokyo last October brought together professionals from municipalities, academia and the private sector to examine digital transformation in community development. Themed ¡°Land Readjustment and Digital Transformation From Disaster Prevention...
The previous award ceremony
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Aug 25, 2025
Yamagata film festival to gather documentaries from around world
By Maiko Muraoka
This year¡¯s YIDFF International Competition received 1,318 entries from 129 countries. Fifteen of them will be screened during the festival, competing for five awards.
Tottori Gov. Shinji Hirai (right) with Executive Chef Shinsuke Nakajima and Executive Chef Sommelier Nobuhide Tani
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Jun 23, 2025
Tottori Wagyu and other delights offered at Hotel New Otani Tokyo
By Maiko Muraoka
A special event featuring the rich sweetness and umami of juicy Tottori Wagyu-brand beef in a variety of dishes has kicked off once again at the Hotel New Otani Tokyo. Held annually since 2018, this promotion consistently highlights the charm of Tottori¡¯s viands through innovative ideas and cooking...
A worker cuts Inada granite, which is used in various buildings in Tokyo.
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Apr 1, 2025
Tsukuba massif granite, one of the world¡¯s few heritage stones
By Maiko Muraoka
In 2024, the Tsukuba massif granite of the Mt. Tsukuba Area Geopark was certified by the International Union of Geological Sciences as one of the first 55 IUGS Heritage Stones, which have been ¡°used in significant architecture and monuments¡± and ¡°recognized as integral aspects of human culture.¡±...
Seino is working with Japan Post as part of an OPP initiative.
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Mar 17, 2025
Seino drives collaborative, sustainable transportation
By Maiko Muraoka
The logistics company Seino Holdings Co. Ltd. has been promoting an open public platform (OPP) with the aim of improving the industry¡¯s efficiency and reducing its environmental impact through collaboration among companies and the utilization of joint transportation and digital technology.
Discussion that took place at the the reconstruction and future creation conference
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Feb 18, 2025
NRI helps Noto town of Anamizu grow back better following quake
By Hiroko Nakata
The major earthquake that jolted Ishikawa Prefecture¡¯s Noto Peninsula on Jan. 1, 2024, drew attention to the area¡¯s severe issue of an aging and shrinking population, but efforts to revive the Anamizu Town, which is in the center of the Noto Peninsula, will aid the overall recovery, according to...

Thai woman arrested in Japan for smuggling 'zombie cigarettes'
Seized cartridges containing etomidate are shown at Kansai International Airport in Osaka Prefecture on Tuesday.
Kabuki actor Nakamura Tsurumatsu arrested for alleged damage at Tokyo restaurant
Kabuki actor Nakamura Tsurumatsu, whose real name is Daiki Shimizu, has been arrested on suspicion of breaking a Tokyo restaurant's door by kicking it on Sunday, sources said.
Growing number of anime studios setting up bases outside Tokyo to secure talent
Mappa¡¯s employees work at the anime studio¡¯s office in the city of Osaka in September. Some parts of the image are blurred for privacy reasons.
Heavy snow hits wide areas of Japan as extreme cold front hits
Central Sapporo on Wednesday morning. Around 50 centimeters of snowfall is expected in Hokkaido in the 24 hours between Wednesday and Thursday morning.
Osaka says 'I'm a little strange' after Melbourne fashion statement
Naomi Osaka arrives for her first round match against Croatia's Antonia Ruzic on Tuesday at the Australian Open in Melbourne.
At peace with baseball and refusing to be benched by surgeries, Warren Cromartie mulls legacy
Former Giants star Warren Cromartie worked with Kazuma Okamoto during his stint as a guest hitting instructor for Yomiuri.
In calling a snap election this soon, Takaichi is making it personal
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi announces her will to dissolve the Lower House in Tokyo on Monday.
U.S. and Japan turn to drones to help offset China¡¯s military advantages
Low-cost Unmanned Combat Attack System (LUCAS) drones are positioned on the tarmac at a base in the U.S. Central Command operating area in November.
Snap election in February presents wintry challenges in Hokkaido
Workers in Sapporo's Odori Park prepare for the annual Snow Festival, which will take place during next month's Lower House campaign and Feb. 8 election.
Shinkansen vs. Amtrak and the lost art of small talk
The Amtrak Cascades line provides service along the Pacific Northwest from Vancouver, British Columbia, to Eugene, Oregon.

Podcast

One of the many entrances to the Kabukicho neighborhood in Tokyo¡¯s Shinjuku Ward.
Kabukicho: Tokyo¡¯s ¡®stadium of desire¡¯

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After a busy couple of weeks on the public lecture circuit, German-born physicist Albert Einstein took a few days of relaxation on Hiroshima Prefecture¡¯s Miyajima island.
When Einstein came to Hiroshima
By Patrick Parr

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