TOMY Company, Ltd. is expanding its popular 'tomica GARAGE' line with the introduction of the 'Smart STONE GRAY Standard Edition'. Set to launch in mid-July 2026, the new model builds on the success of the original series by incorporating smarter features tailored for adult collectors. Designed to meet the increasing demand for dynamic collection displays, the Smart STONE GRAY edition […]

Fujitsu Limited has rolled out its cloud service, FinSnaviCloud, at Ashikaga Bank to streamline inheritance-related procedures. This initiative is part of Fujitsu's Personalized Experience offering from Uvance for Finance, which integrates digital and real-world interactions to provide optimal financial services tailored to individuals. The introduction of FinSnaviCloud aims to enhance the convenience of inheritance processes for Ashikaga Bank's customers while […]

Sharp Corporation is set to unveil a new concept model of a satellite communications user terminal at The 3rd SPEXA – Space Business Expo, scheduled from May 27 to May 29, 2026, at Tokyo Big Sight. This development marks a significant advancement in multi-orbit operations, allowing seamless communication across Low Earth Orbit (LEO), Medium Earth Orbit (MEO), and Geostationary Earth […]

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Thermal Systems, a division of the Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Group, has been recognized with two prestigious awards at the A' Design Award 2026 in Italy. The company received accolades for its Hydrolution EZY Series of air-to-water heat pumps and the ZT Series of residential air conditioners. The Hydrolution EZY Series, designed by Tensa Industrial Design, was honored […]

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Environmental & Chemical Engineering Co., Ltd. (MHIEC) has received a Technical Verification Report from the Japan Environmental Sanitation Center (JESC) for its Fluidized Bed-type Gasification and Reforming System. This recognition is part of JESC's Waste Treatment Technology Verification Project, aimed at assessing the technical aspects and compliance of waste treatment technologies. The system, submitted for verification in […]

Tallgrass and Mitsubishi Power Americas, Inc. have announced the delivery location for the first two M501JAC gas turbines, set to support Phase 1 of Tallgrass' Cheyenne Power Hub in southeast Wyoming. The turbines are expected to provide approximately 1,150 megawatts of power, fueled by natural gas from Tallgrass' Rockies Express Pipeline. The Cheyenne Power Hub represents an investment exceeding $7 […]

JCB International Co., Ltd and Wonder Ventures Limited have announced that JCB Cards are now accepted on Wonder Taxi in Hong Kong. This development comes in response to a new regulation by the Transport Department requiring all taxi drivers in the city to provide at least two electronic payment methods, effective April 1, 2026. The integration of JCB into Wonder […]

Fujitsu Limited and the Institute of Science Tokyo have announced the establishment of the Fujitsu Quantum and HPC Infrastructure Collaborative Research Cluster. This initiative aims to advance human resources development in quantum hardware technology within Japan. The collaborative research cluster is part of Fujitsu's Small Research Lab program and utilizes the Science Tokyo Collaborative Research Cluster System. It is supported […]

NEC Corporation has finalized the construction of the East Micronesia Cable System (EMCS), a submarine cable network connecting three Pacific island nations. This new infrastructure aims to significantly improve internet connectivity and support economic and social development in the region. The EMCS, spanning approximately 2,250 kilometers, links the Federated States of Micronesia, Kiribati, and Nauru. The cable connects Tarawa Island […]

Fujitsu Limited and IBM Japan, Ltd. have formalized a collaboration to enhance healthcare data integration and utilization in Japan, the companies announced. This partnership aims to develop a sovereign cloud platform for medical use, building on initial considerations announced in September 2025. The collaboration will focus on integrating electronic health record solutions on Fujitsu's sovereign cloud platform, which will enable […]

Toyota Motor Corporation has announced the launch of the FJ series, a new addition to its Land Cruiser lineup in Japan, with sales starting on May 14. The FJ series joins the existing 300, 70, and 250 Land Cruiser series, aiming to offer a vehicle that combines the brand's traditional reliability and off-road performance with a more compact, user-friendly design. […]

NEC Corporation has announced the launch of a project to develop an Orbital Transfer Vehicle (OTV) following its selection by the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) for a grant under the theme “Technologies for Realizing Flexible Mobility in Space.” This initiative aims to establish the first implementation of an OTV in Asia. An OTV is a spacecraft designed to transport […]

Mitsubishi Motors Corporation has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with FPT Japan Holdings Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Vietnam's FPT Corporation, to explore collaboration in software and digital technologies. This collaboration aims to respond to technological transformations in the automotive industry, driven by innovations such as CASE, AI, and Software-Defined Vehicles. The agreement sets the stage for discussions on […]

JCB and Discover Network are commemorating two decades of collaboration, reflecting on their efforts to enhance reciprocal card acceptance and streamline payment experiences. Since 2006, the two companies have maintained arrangements allowing Discover cardholders to use their cards across JCB's network in Japan, while JCB cardholders can do the same across Discover's network in the United States. As the payments […]

Akasaka Heating & Cooling Supply Co., Ltd, a subsidiary of TBS Group, has commenced full-scale operations of its hydrogen heat source facility in Tokyo's Akasaka 5-chome district. This marks the first instance of a private heat supply operator in Tokyo utilizing green hydrogen for commercial purposes, integrating it into power generation and heat supply systems. The facility, which began operations […]