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News Archive - October 2009
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Friday, 30th October 2009
Japanese forests are becoming increasingly uninhabitable for black bears, it has been noted.
The number of people unemployed in Japan has fallen, figures suggest.
Thursday, 29th October 2009
Japanese firm posts losses for first half of this year.
Japanese car manufacturers Mazda and Mitsubishi have both posted losses in their latest financial reports.
Wednesday, 28th October 2009
Japan has tested its third missile interceptor since 1998, in a joint operation with the US.
Brits are increasingly looking to save cash by going on long-haul breaks to Asia.
A Japanese ship has collided with a vessel from South Korea in the Kanmon Strait.
Tuesday, 27th October 2009
The Toyota Prius has won the Japanese Car of the Year award.
Car manufacturer Honda has announced a much-improved earnings forecast.
President Obama urged to visit atomic bomb hit cities in Japan.
Japanese star appears in court over drug offence.
Monday, 26th October 2009
Japan Airlines is to be taken over by the state in a bid to prevent it from collapsing, a report from the Nikkei business daily has revealed.
Japan's new prime minister has pointed to the importance of tackling the country's ailing economy as the key priority of his new government.
Friday, 23rd October 2009
A Japanese university has announced plans for a manga library.
Thursday, 22nd October 2009
English church replica opens in Osaka.
The US secretary of defense Robert Gates meets with Japanese prime minister to discuss US military presence in the country.
Wednesday, 21st October 2009
Tokyo Motor Show to open for public admission this week.
A new survey has revealed high levels of poverty in Japan.
Tuesday, 20th October 2009
A Japanese manga comic has been released in a version which can be read on iPhones and iPods.
Japanese men are increasingly concerned with their personal grooming, it has been said.
Monday, 19th October 2009
Stars walk down a green carpet at the eco-themed Tokyo Film Festival
The Japanese First Lady has impressed the fashion press with her love of jeans.
Japan has been praised for the wide range of food it offers visitors, from high-end restaurants to street stalls.
Friday, 16th October 2009
A new bicycle simulator is to go on sale in Japan, Honda has revealed.
Ryan Hall travelled to Japan for custom running shoes to be made ahead of the New York Marathon.
Thursday, 15th October 2009
Social networking site Twitter has revealed its mobile offering in Japan.
Japan has announced it is to withdraw naval support for US and UK forces in Afghanistan.
18-year-old Japanese pitcher Yusei Kikuchi is attracting interest from a number of high-profile US teams.
Wednesday, 14th October 2009
Ex-Japanese PM Junichiro Koizumi has scooped a voice role in a new superhero film.
Japan have beaten Togo by 5-0 in an international friendly.
Tuesday, 13th October 2009
Japan has announced it will vie to hold the World Cup.
Hiroshima and Nagasaki team up for 2020 Olympics bid.
Monday, 12th October 2009
Japan is looking to CG character Astro Boy in its bid to host the World Cup in 2018 or 2022.
Friday, 9th October 2009
Japan and South Korea have come to an agreement over how to deal with North Korea, after the country pulled out of nuclear talks.
Japanese astronauts can choose from 29 native dishes on the International Space Station.
Thursday, 8th October 2009
The first tropical storm to hit Japan in two years has reached the main island Honshu.
Newly elected Japanese PM seeks to continue good relations with other Asian nations.
Wednesday, 7th October 2009
Japan has come tenth in a ranking of the best places to live in the world.
The first tropical storm to hit Japan in two years is due to arrive in the country later this week.
Tuesday, 6th October 2009
Tennis player crashes out of Japan Open.
A number of Scottish national squad players have pulled out of an international match against Japan.
Japanese car maker reveals new concept model.
Monday, 5th October 2009
Japanese food staples are 'a gateway to global cuisine'
Former finance minister found dead at his home.
Friday, 2nd October 2009
Japan will today find out whether its Olympic bid has been successful.
Japanese Grand Prix practice hit by heavy rain, leading a number of drivers to sit out.
The number of people unemployed in Japan is at its lowest level for seven months.
Thursday, 1st October 2009
Andy Murray has announced he will not play in the upcoming Japan Open.
Japanese finance minister says rising yen not up for discussion at finance summit.
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