Tokyo Metropolitan University (TMU) announced plans to establish the Faculty of Global Innovation and Development in April 2028, a program designed to merge the humanities and sciences with an international focus. The faculty will be situated at the Minami-Osawa Campus in Tokyo and aims to admit approximately 75 students, with a mix of domestic and international enrollees. This new faculty […]
JCB International Co., Ltd., the international operations arm of JCB Co., Ltd., announced its sponsorship of the NHK Symphony Orchestra Singapore Concert 2026, marking the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Japan and Singapore. The concert is scheduled for April 29, 2026, at the Esplanade Concert Hall in Singapore. This event will feature the NHK Symphony Orchestra, one of Japan's […]
The Tsukuba Cutting-edge Research Park, developed by the Ibaraki Prefectural Government, is gaining international notice following its participation in SEMICON Japan 2025. Held at Tokyo Big Sight from December 17 to 19, 2025, the event served as a platform for the park to showcase its potential as a strategic hub for the semiconductor industry. Conveniently located just 60 minutes by […]
Lockheed Martin and Fujitsu Limited have formalized a key industrial collaboration, marking Fujitsu as a supplier for the SPY-7 radar's power supply unit for Japan’s Aegis System Equipped Vessel (ASEV). The agreement, signed at a ceremony, involves the production of the SPY-7 Subarray Suite Power Supply Line Replaceable Unit (PS LRU), advancing co-production efforts and reinforcing the Japanese industrial base. […]
Fujitsu announced plans to commence manufacturing Made in Japan sovereign AI servers, addressing digital sovereignty needs amid growing cyber threats and regulatory pressures. The production, set to initiate in March 2026 at the Fujitsu Group's Kasashima Plant, will incorporate high-performance processors and enhanced security features. The focus on sovereign AI servers is driven by the imperative to protect critical infrastructure […]
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation has launched the all-new Versa Van in the Philippines, expanding its commercial vehicle offerings through Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation, a subsidiary of the global automotive giant. The sales commenced on February 6, showcasing a strategic collaboration with Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., which supplies the vehicle as an OEM model. The Versa Van, equipped with five rows of […]
JCB International Co., Ltd., the global operations wing of Japan's sole international payment brand, JCB Co., Ltd., has announced a collaboration with Resorts World Sentosa in Singapore. The partnership aims to enhance the travel experience for Japanese tourists visiting Singapore. Located on Sentosa Island, Resorts World Sentosa is a premier destination in Singapore, attracting millions of visitors each year. The […]
JCB International Co., Ltd. announced a new collaboration with Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) in Singapore. The partnership aims to enhance travel experiences for Japanese tourists by offering exclusive privileges to Japan-issued JCB cardmembers. RWS, located on Singapore's premier resort island, Sentosa, is a leading integrated lifestyle destination attracting millions of visitors annually. The collaboration is designed to create meaningful experiences […]
Bioxytran, Inc. has announced positive Phase 2 clinical results for its ProLectin-M drug, demonstrating complete viral clearance in 100% of patients with acute viral infections by the seventh day of treatment. The clinical study was a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled dose-optimization trial, involving 38 participants who were administered ProLectin-M in varied doses over seven days. The results showed statistically significant reductions […]
Toyota Motor Corporation unveiled its latest battery electric vehicle (BEV), a three-row SUV model of the Highlander, during a premiere event in Ojai, California, on February 10 PST. This launch marks a significant expansion of Toyota’s BEV lineup in North America. The new Highlander BEV represents a crucial step in Toyota’s strategy to achieve carbon neutrality, complementing its diverse portfolio […]
Honda has partnered with Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team to unveil the livery of the AMR26, the team’s new Formula One car for the 2026 season. The vehicle is powered by Honda’s RA626H power unit, marking a critical development as new regulations come into play, affecting both chassis and power unit designs for the first time. Adrian Newey, Managing […]
Honda Motor Co., Ltd. has announced plans to implement organizational changes aimed at enhancing the competitiveness of its motorcycle, automobile, and power products divisions. The changes, set to take effect on April 1, 2026, intend to align Honda's operations with the evolving global market and technology trends. In 2020, Honda initiated a separation of its research and development functions to […]
KS Energy Co., Ltd. and Hitachi, Ltd. have announced a collaboration to develop an Extra-High Voltage Grid Battery Energy Storage System in Kumamoto Prefecture, aiming to enhance power stability in the Kyushu region. This joint initiative is designed to support the area's transition towards carbon neutrality. The planned energy storage system is expected to have a rated output of 50,000 […]
NEC Corporation (TSE: 6701) is set to exhibit its latest advancements at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) Barcelona 2026, the world's largest mobile-related exhibition. The event will take place from March 2 to 5 in Barcelona, Spain. With the theme 'Building an AI-Native Society,' NEC plans to highlight its efforts in harnessing hardware and software to advance communication technologies in […]
Fukushima Prefecture has announced that Lake Inawashiro is in the peak season for its naturally occurring ‘spray ice,’ a rare phenomenon in Japan. This comes as a special time for the region, closely following the lake’s designation as a Ramsar Convention site in July 2025. The phenomenon, known locally as ‘shibuki-gori,’ occurs when strong winter winds cause the lake’s waters […]
