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Artificial intelligence (AI) system ensures your sashimi is always delicious
“Disappointing” tuna sparked an idea: an artificial intelligence (AI) system to make sure your sashimi is always delicious. Read more…
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‘Tacnom’ online virtual drinking party site soars in popularity in Japan
Launched amid the pandemic, Tacnom, a Japanese video chat website designed for hosting virtual drinking parties has soared in popularity. Read more…
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Robots greet suspected coronavirus patients in Tokyo
Coronavirus patients with light symptoms arriving to stay at several Tokyo hotels get a pleasant surprise – a robot greeter in the lobby. Read more…
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Avatar robots replace students at Japanese graduation ceremonies
Spring graduation ceremonies in Japan have been cancelled, but students were able to attend remotely by controlling avatar robots from home. Read more…
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Fujitsu launches Japan’s first commercial private 5G network
Fujitsu has been granted Japan’s first commercial Private 5G radio station license and will shortly begin operating a Private 5G network. Read more…
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NTT DOCOMO 5G mobile service launched – Japan’s first
NTT DOCOMO 5G coverage will encompass some 150 locations nationwide initially and then expand to all prefectures by June. Read more…
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Rakuten Mobile aims to disrupt Japan market with amazing offer
Rakuten Mobile’s launch campaign is offering 3 million subscribers the first full year of service free and the Rakuten UN-LIMIT plan for 2,980 yen (US$28) pm. Read more…
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Walmart, Seiyu and Rakuten take bite out of Japan food market
Walmart’s tie up with Seiyu and Rakuten has found the sweet spot in Japan’s food market with a fast-growing venture ranked third in online grocery sector. Read more…
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Japan approves bill to support firms developing secure 5G networks
Japan approved a bill to support companies to develop secure 5G mobile networks and drone technologies amid growing alarm over China’s 5G technology. Read more…
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Japanese anti-trust officials raid Rakuten after complaints
Japanese antitrust officials raided the offices of e-commerce company Rakuten after complaints from online merchants about company’s free shipping policies Read more…