The Tokyo Festival Executive Committee has revealed plans for the second edition of Autumn Meteorite Tokyo, scheduled to run from October 9 to November 3, 2026. The event will be centered around the Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre and aims to bolster the performing arts scene. Under the artistic leadership of Toshiki Okada, a noted playwright and director affiliated with the Tokyo […]
ispace, inc. and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) have signed a contract for launch and transportation services for ispace's Mission 3 ULTRA Lunar Lander, scheduled for 2028. This collaboration marks the first time a Japanese-made lunar lander and rocket will work together, a significant milestone in Japan's space exploration efforts. The agreement allows ispace to leverage MHI's H3 rocket, enhancing […]
Mazda Motor Corporation announced plans to commence local assembly of the MAZDA CX-30 in Indonesia starting July 29, 2026. The initiative marks a strategic move to bolster Mazda's presence in the ASEAN region, with Indonesia identified as a key market alongside Vietnam, Malaysia, and Thailand. The local assembly operations will be managed by PT Eurokars Motor Indonesia (EMI), Mazda's exclusive […]
Nuvoton Technology Corporation Japan has announced it will commence mass production of its KA49703A and KA49713A battery-monitoring integrated circuits (BMICs) in September 2026. The new ICs are designed for battery backup units (BBUs) used in AI servers, ensuring reliable and efficient power systems for continuous operation. Leveraging automotive-grade daisy-chain communication technology, these BMICs support high-voltage BBU applications ranging from 400V […]
Fujitsu Limited announced plans to develop the “Uvance for Finance AI Transformation Platform,” an AI platform aimed at enhancing AI utilization among financial institutions in Japan, starting August 1, 2026. The platform will incorporate Fujitsu's proprietary “Kozuchi Enterprise AI Factory,” ensuring data sovereignty and AI trustworthiness. It will feature the “Takane” large language model, designed to accommodate the specific business […]
TOMY Company, Ltd. has announced the upcoming launch of the 'Automated tomica PARKING with showroom' across 10 Asian markets in late September 2026. The multi-story parking garage is part of the tomica+ series, a line designed for adult enthusiasts of the TOMICA diecast minicar brand. The product is set to retail at 41,800 yen, inclusive of taxes, and will be […]
The Volvo Group, Daimler Truck AG, and Toyota Motor Corporation have finalized a binding agreement for Toyota to become an equal partner and shareholder in cellcentric, a joint venture focused on developing fuel cell systems for heavy-duty commercial applications. Each company will hold a one-third stake in cellcentric, pending regulatory approvals. This collaboration aims to bolster cellcentric's standing as a […]
Nautilus Technologies, Internet Initiative Japan, TEPCO Power Grid, CHUBU Electric Power Grid, Fujitsu, and 1Finity have launched a collaborative proof-of-concept experiment in Japan to develop a next-generation distributed AI processing infrastructure. This initiative is part of the New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization's efforts to validate low-latency distributed processing technologies for next-generation infrastructure. The project aims to achieve the […]
Pfizer Japan Inc. and Eisai Co., Ltd. have announced a collaboration to co-promote the oral calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) receptor antagonist Nurtec® OD Tablet 75mg in Japan, beginning September 1, 2026. The medication, known generically as rimegepant sulfate hydrate, is designed for both acute treatment and prophylaxis of migraine. The partnership aims to enhance the dissemination of information regarding the […]
Nautilus Technologies Inc., Nomura Research Institute, Ltd., Internet Initiative Japan Inc., 1Finity Inc., Fujitsu Limited, Ghelia Inc., and M-TEC Co., Ltd. have announced a joint demonstration with Mitsubishi Electric Corporation to validate a next-generation real-time video streaming system using Local 5G and Physical AI at the “KYOJO CUP” formula car race. This initiative, part of the “Survey on the Effectiveness […]
Sharp Energy Solutions Corporation (SESJ) has completed the acquisition of all shares held by NSN Construction & Engineering JSC in their joint venture, Sharp NSN Energy Solution JSC (SNES), as of June 30, 2026. This move makes SNES a wholly owned subsidiary of SESJ. Following the acquisition, SNES has been renamed Sharp Energy Solution Vietnam Company Limited (SESV) as of […]
The Sovereign Effects Partners (SEPs), comprising MBDA UK, MBDA Italia, Mitsubishi Electric, and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, have signed a collaboration agreement at the Farnborough International Airshow 2026. The agreement aims to support the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) by advancing joint work on effects optimisation technologies and the digital integration of effector systems. This collaboration introduces a new operating model […]
Chunghwa Telecom Co., Ltd, Fujitsu Limited, and 1Finity Inc. have announced a two-year strategic partnership aimed at expanding the application of All-Photonics Network (APN) technology and exploring future quantum technology applications in Taiwan. This collaboration builds on an ongoing APN verification initiative in Taiwan, conducted by Chunghwa Telecom and Fujitsu from 2024 to 2026. The partnership focuses on the construction […]
JCB International Co., Ltd., the international arm of Japan's sole international payment brand, has formed a direct acquiring partnership with Southeast Asia's fintech platform Fiuu. This collaboration aims to enhance payment processing capabilities across Malaysia, Singapore, and the Philippines. The partnership enables direct connectivity between JCB and Fiuu, supporting seamless payment experiences for merchants and JCB cardmembers in both online […]
Seafood Legacy Co., Ltd. and Nikkei ESG are set to host the Sustainable Seafood Summit 2026 (TSSS2026) in Tokyo from October 21 to 23, 2026. The event, which is regarded as one of Asia's largest gatherings focused on sustainable seafood, aims to address critical challenges within the seafood sector and explore solutions for advancing sustainable fisheries and aquaculture. TSSS2026 seeks […]
