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News Archive - April 2009
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Thursday, 30th April 2009
Japan's economy received a boost this week as new figures revealed that industrial output rose during March.
Visitors to Japan will be able to experience a spectacular fire festival in July.
Japan has introduced an inspection system for all pigs imported into the country in the wake of the outbreak of swine influenza across the world.
Wednesday, 29th April 2009
Veteran Hollywood legend Clint Eastwood has been named as one of the foreign recipients of Japan's annual spring honours.
Taro Aso, the prime minister of Japan, has arrived in the Chinese capital Beijing on an official trip.
Next month sees the annual festival of Mifune Matsuri take place in the Japanese city of Arashiyama.
Tuesday, 28th April 2009
Today (April 28th) sees the start of the La Folle Journee classical musical gala in Japan.
Japan has announced it is to suspend visa-entry for Mexican nationals attempting to enter the country.
Around 1,000 people are expected to take part in the All Japan Poker Championship (AJPC), which begins next month.
Monday, 27th April 2009
Japan's largest car manufacturers have seen an increase in vehicle production for the first time since the downturn in the market began, it has emerged.
Narita Airport in the Japanese capital Tokyo has begun testing passengers for swine flu following an outbreak of the condition in Mexico.
Friday, 24th April 2009
A halt in the decline of golf club memberships in Japan has been proposed as a potential indicator that an economic recovery is on the way.
Sumo wrestlers in Japan are preparing for one the six Grand Tournaments of the year - the May Basho.
Thursday, 23rd April 2009
Music lovers are now able to watch music video clips for free at the MTV Japan website, it has been announced.
Japan's official weather forecaster has predicted that weather in the country will be hotter than usual over the next three months.
Taiwanese people would rather visit Japan than any other country, a survey has indicated.
Wednesday, 22nd April 2009
Japan's national football league is set to scrap transfer fees for out-of-contract players.
Japanese whisky is developing a reputation to rival that of the more established international brands, it has emerged.
Tuesday, 21st April 2009
Visitors to Tokyo who find themselves in need of somewhere to go and chill out with a cool beverage may want to head for the Absolut Icebar.
Taro Aso, the prime minister of Japan, has sent an offering to one of the country's most controversial war shrines.
Monday, 20th April 2009
A series of sketches are among the exhibits on display at a Tokyo show dedicated to legendary manga illustrator Osamu Tezuka.
Crown Princess Masako performed her first official duty outside Tokyo for more than a year yesterday (April 20th).
Friday, 17th April 2009
Rie Kaneto of Japan has set a new national record for the breaststroke.
A two-day festival aimed at increasing awareness of environmental issues begins in Yoyogi Park tomorrow (April 17th).
Nearly 2,000 people from all walks of life turned up for a special garden party hosted by Japan's top royals yesterday (April 16th).
Thursday, 16th April 2009
The trial version of the new Playstation 3 game, "Final Fantasy XIII", has become available in Japan.
A ride based on the 2001 Disney film Monsters, Inc has been launched at the Tokyo Disneyland resort.
Plans are afoot for Japan to launch dozens of micro-satellites to help predict natural disasters, it has emerged.
Wednesday, 15th April 2009
The Summer Sonic music festival takes place in Tokyo and Osaka from August 7th to 9th.
A Japanese restaurant chain is to open 170 new outlets this financial year, it has been announced.
Tuesday, 14th April 2009
The world's first ever robotic supermodel has been unveiled at Tokyo Fashion Week.
The University of Tokyo has been ranked 11th in a list of institutions cited in global research papers, it has been revealed.
Thursday, 9th April 2009
A ban on people riding bicycles with two children is to be lifted, the National Police Agency (NPA) has announced.
A UK woman has embarked on a journey from London to Tokyo.
Wednesday, 8th April 2009
The Toyota Prius has been named the most fuel efficient car by the organisers of the E-Mileage Awards.
Tuesday, 7th April 2009
Visitors to the Heian Jingu Shrine in June will be able to enjoy an open-air theatrical spectacle.
Japan has lost its place as one of the world's top two leaders when it comes to solar photovoltaic capacity, it has emerged.
The number of people using the internet in Japan has hit 90 million, new figures have shown.
Monday, 6th April 2009
The Japanese government has given its backing to US president Barack Obama's call for a nuclear-free world.
Japan is hoping to land a walking robot on the moon by 2020, it has emerged.
Friday, 3rd April 2009
The most efficient supercomputer in the world has begun operating in Japan, it has emerged.
The Kyoto International Manga Museum will be hosting a number of events over the next few weeks for fans of the iconic Japanese animated films.
Thursday, 2nd April 2009
Ale enthusiasts may be interested to learn that the Great Japan Beer Festival takes place from June 6th to 7th.
A record number of people have visited Japan's Disney parks, it has been announced.
Speed limits on Japanese roads could soon be changed following a review by the National Police Agency (NPA).
Wednesday, 1st April 2009
Japanese singers Misono and Kumi Koda staged a surprise performance outside Shinjuku railway station yesterday (March 31st).
A 17-year-old schoolgirl has become the first female to play professional baseball in Japan alongside men.
Starting today (April 1st), smoking will be banned at East Japan Railway stations in the Tokyo area.
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