News Archive - September 2009
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Wednesday, 30th September 2009
The level of factory output in Japan has risen for the sixth month in a row.
Japan hit by rising deflation as is struggles to emerge from a deep recession.
Tuesday, 29th September 2009
Lewis Hamilton has told of his excitement of taking to the Sukuza racetrack in Japan this weekend.
Japanese tennis star scoops first major win in 13 years.
Monday, 28th September 2009
Liberal Democratic Party of Japan to elect new leader.
Jensen Button says he is confident about the next event on the Formula One calender, the Japanese Grand Prix.
Friday, 25th September 2009
A new unicycle has been unveiled by Japanese motoring company Honda.
A Japanese telecommunications company has built a mobile phone made from wood.
Thursday, 24th September 2009
Japanese exports fell in August, the second month in a row in which a drop was recorded.
Gaming giant Sony has revealed its new controller at a gaming event in Tokyo.
Wednesday, 23rd September 2009
Japanese music fans have helped digitally remastered versions of classic albums by the Beatles to sell well around the globe.
New Japanese prime minister appoints justice minister with strong views against the death penalty.
A 74-year-old bodybuilder from Japan has come top of a senior category in a tournament.
Tuesday, 22nd September 2009
New statistics from the Japanese government have revealed an ageing female population.
Japan has given the world a number of interesting cultural phenomenons, which are not all linked to video games and gaming, it has been said.
Monday, 21st September 2009
Hiring people to pose as friends or family members is becoming increasingly popular in Japan.
The Japanese prime minister has landed in New York to begin a week of meetings with world leaders including Barack Obama.
Friday, 18th September 2009
Japan Airlines has recieved a bid from a consoritum of three of its rival carriers.
A Japanese spaceship which set off for the International Space Station last week has arrived on time.
Thursday, 17th September 2009
29 railway stations in Japan are to be fitted with brand new LED lighting in a bid to boost people's mood.
The Bank of Japan has said that there are some signs of economic recovery in the country.
Wednesday, 16th September 2009
The newly-elected Japanese prime minister has been officially sworn in as the country's new leader today.
Visitors to Japan may find that using the country's famous bullet train may allow them to explore a wide range of places in just a couple of weeks.
Tuesday, 15th September 2009
Japanese baseball star breaks long-standing record.
Japan Airlines has announced thousands of job losses as it continues to be hit by the ongoing impact of the recession.
The newly-elected Japanese prime minister has been choosing members of his team.
Monday, 14th September 2009
The Japanese island of Yakushima is an ideal getaway from the hustle and bustle of city life.
US airbases in Japan could see reduced numbers of jet fighters under new plans.
Friday, 11th September 2009
A new survey has revealed that there are now more than 40,000 Japanese people aged 100 or over.
Japan launched its latest spaceship yesterday, which is now on its way to the International Space Station.
Thursday, 10th September 2009
Japanese firm announces it is in talks to buy a soft drink firm.
Travellers to Japan could be interested in paying a visit to this month's Tokyo Game Show.
Sales of the Playstation 3 have risen dramatically after a new version of the console was released.
Wednesday, 9th September 2009
The Democratic Party of Japan has announced it will team up with two other parties to form a coalition.
The Japanese release date for the next installment of the Final Fantasy franchise has been announced.
Tuesday, 8th September 2009
Toyota has announced it will take on hundreds of extra staff in October of this year.
Report shows mobile phone usage levels in Japan and other parts of Asia.
A pop single released by the Japanese prime-minister elect has sparked a bidding frenzy online.
Monday, 7th September 2009
A new online game in which players can inhabit a world full of Sanrio characters has launched in the US.
Japanese prime minister-elect pledges to cut the country's carbon emissions.
Friday, 4th September 2009
The Walkman has outsold the iPod for the first time in years.
The Toyota Prius has topped the best selling list in Japan for the four month in a row.
Japanese cuisine is varied and interesting, and could be a surprise for Brits taking a trip there.
Thursday, 3rd September 2009
The new Japanese first lady has raised a few eyebrows with comments made in a book.
Cyclist tackles South Asia on a bike to highlight the impact of climate change.
Wednesday, 2nd September 2009
Japanese company launches survival kit to help pets in the country cope with earthquakes.
Lexus releases pictures of its latest concept vehicle ahead of the Frankfurt Motor Show.
Japanese player who has been compared to Ronaldo catches the eye of Sir Alex Ferguson.
Tuesday, 1st September 2009
Democratic Party of Japan win Japanese election.
A couple from Japan have won a tango dance competition in Argentina.