Efforts underway for practical use of “flying bikes” in Japan
Since 2018, a public-private panel set up by the industry and transport ministries has been discussing technologies and systems for transportation in the sky.
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Tokyo High Court upholds acquittal of ex-TEPCO execs over 2011 Fukushima meltdown
The executives were accused of failing to implement appropriate measures in anticipation of a huge tsunami, resulting in the deaths of 44 people who were evacuated.
World population growth to slow down
The population of East and South-east Asia will be in decline by 2050, while growth will continue in Africa and Central and South Asia.
Japan seeks missile with interchangeable warheads for reconnaissance, radar jamming
By launching missiles with these warheads at different times, the accuracy of strikes on enemy ships and other targets are expected to increase.
High Court’s TEPCO Fukushima ruling could be bellwether for other cases
The three former executives had previously been acquitted by the Tokyo District Court of charges of professional negligence resulting in death.
Tokai University, Fujitsu develop AI to test tuna freshness
With the newly developed testing method, Fujitsu also hopes to be able to detect abnormalities in fish, such as blood clots and tumors.
Japan firm uses vending machines to promote uptake of whale meat
Concerned entities aim to increase uptake of whale-related foods as the first step in protecting the nation’s whaling culture.
Kishida makes overture to US about return to TPP
Kishida also expressed his intention to continue to encourage the US to return “to forge a fair economic order in the Asia-Pacific region so that every one of us can enjoy…
Tokyo to offer free childcare for 2nd child
Coupled with the national framework, the metropolitan government hopes its support measure will lead to more couples having a second child.
Nations move away from “coexistence and co-prosperity” regarding semiconductors
Semiconductors are indispensable in both military and civilian applications, for products ranging from smartphones to missiles.