Honda to start testing self-driving electric cars
The vehicle is expected to be used for short distances, such as for sightseeing and business.
Japan
New local taxes cast shadow on Japan’s solar-power drive
Among others, the Miyagi prefectural government announced it would tax businesses that clear forests for installing renewable energy facilities.
Japan designates missile attack evacuation sites, but few know where they are
About 52,000 public facilities have been designated, but the problem at hand is that public awareness of the locations has not kept pace with the selection process.
Kishida vows to enhance defence capabilities
The Japanese PM also said that North Korea’s nuclear and missile development is “absolutely unacceptable”.
Artist adds colourful touch to countryside station in western Japan
Using her unique touch to render the town’s natural environment, Yume Matsuo painted the entire building of Kii-Arita Station.
Tires made with tomato, sugar cane hit the road as manufacturers eye environment
The automobile tire market reached $144.7 billion in 2021 and is expected to continue growing at a yearly average of 4 per cent from 2022 to 2030.
Kishida, Steinmeier vow to boost cooperation on Ukraine, Indo-Pacific
The two leaders also vowed to strengthen bilateral cooperation during foreign and defence ministerial talks in Germany.
Japan plans to keep stake in Sakhalin-1 oil, gas project
US oil giant Exxon Mobil Corp., which had a 30 per cent stake in the project, announced its withdrawal in October.
Over 800 food items carry higher price tags in Japan from November
On Nov 1, major dairy firms will implement price hikes for milk and dairy products due to higher raw milk prices amid surging feed costs.
Traditional Japanese dances likely to be registered as intangible cultural heritage by Unesco
The dances, collectively known as furyu odori, features elaborate costumes and props, with people dancing to singing and music.