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News Archive - February 2011
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Monday, 28th February 2011
The new Nintendo 3DS console has been launched in Japan - one month before heading markets in Europe and the US.
A new survey has revealed that 71 per cent of Japanese girls believe there are overweight.
Figures showed that prices in Japan have fallen again although the rate of deflation is easing.
Friday, 25th February 2011
A London Wasps rugby player has been linked with a move to Japan to play for the Mitsubishi Dynamos.
Japan and Canada have agreed to consider the benefits of a free-trade agreement, according to the Canadian federal trade minister.
The Sony Ericsson's Xperia Arc mobile phone is set to be launched in an exclusive pink colour for the Japanese market.
Thursday, 24th February 2011
Japan-based Kyowa Hakko Kirin (KHK) has succeeded in purchasing a Scottish biotech firm.
Arsene Wenger is believed to be planning to take his team on a pre-season tour of Japan this summer.
British Airways has started its new flight service to Haneda airport from London Heathrow.
Wednesday, 23rd February 2011
One of the Chilean miners trapped underground in 2010 is planning to complete the forthcoming Tokyo Marathon.
New trains aimed at tourists are to be launched in Kyushu by the local railway company.
A Japanese television presenter is set to become Japan's "osakana taishi" - fish ambassador.
Tuesday, 22nd February 2011
Japan's government has upgraded the country's economic forecast for the second month running.
Japan has started excavation the site of a former army medical school that was linked to possible WWII experiments.
The arrival of two pandas at a Tokyo zoo has led to panda fever across the nation.
Monday, 21st February 2011
Four robots are currently training to complete a special marathon at the end of the month.
A number of Japan-based automakers have reported an increase in demand for hybrid and electric vehicle sales.
Japan's Daisuke Takahashi has won the Four Continents Figure Skating Championship.
Friday, 18th February 2011
Japanese soft animal owners are beating the recession by taking advantage of a new travel option.
American Airlines has begun new flights between New York and Tokyo due to increase demand.
Japan is set to import coffee from a wider range of markets as part of efforts to expand trading links.
Thursday, 17th February 2011
Guitarist Takahiro Matsumoto has received a Grammy for best pop instrumental album at the recent awards.
Ongoing investigations by the Tokyo police could lead to the arrest of more sumo wrestlers.
Japan must open its markets to overseas trade in order to ensure long-term competitiveness, claims the World Trade Organisation (WTO).
Wednesday, 16th February 2011
Japan could be home to the world's fastest train following a new announcement from the Central Japan Railway Company.
Japan Tobacco has confirmed that it plans to increase its overseas profits as the domestic market remains weak.
It is suspected that around 950 school children in Japan could have fallen ill due to food poisoning.
Tuesday, 15th February 2011
The capital city of Japan has begun planning for the forthcoming marathon, which is set to attract a record number of runners.
Japan has celebrated Valentine's Day for a number of years but has the event has an unusual twist compared to many other countries.
A number of Japanese citizens are hoping to have a 19th century law overturned that forces them to share the same surname as their partner.
Monday, 14th February 2011
Japan's emperor Akihito has been diagnosed with arteriosclerosis in his cardiac blood vessels.
Japan's Metrological Agency has warned that further snow is expected to fall in many areas of Japan and could cause additional disruption for travellers.
A new budget airline is set to offer low fares to passengers taking flights from Japan and other destinations.
Friday, 11th February 2011
Match-fixing has been around for sometime within the sport of sumo, claims an ex-wrestler.
Japan-based brewer Sapporo Holdings is set to diversify into new markets by increasing its stake in a soft drinks company.
Thursday, 10th February 2011
Consumer confidence could be returning to Japan, according to new figures.
It has been confirmed that Japanese emperor Akihito is to undergo medical tests concerning a heart problem.
Wednesday, 9th February 2011
Japan-based automaker Toyota has announced that its profit for the nine months to December has increased significantly.
A rally has been held in Tokyo to highlight the lack of job opportunities for young people in Japan
Tuesday, 8th February 2011
The new 2011 Winter Campaign has been launched by the Japan Tourism Agency (JTA).
The governor of the Bank of Japan is forecasting that the country's economy could recovery from its current downturn shortly.
Monday, 7th February 2011
Record labels in Japan are becoming more successful in the western world, it has been claimed.
Friday, 4th February 2011
Travellers planning a trip to Japan may find that the country's capital city, Tokyo, offers an ideal mix of traditional Japanese culture and forward thinking.
Japan's space agency has announced it is to deal with potentially dangerous space debris by casting a huge fishing net to catch any rubbish orbiting the earth.
Thursday, 3rd February 2011
Allegations of match-fixing have been admitted.
A five-year strategy has received support from Japanese authorities.
Wednesday, 2nd February 2011
Many Chinese people have booked Japan holidays to take advantage of the Lunar New Year.
Allegations of match-fixing are affecting Japan's national sport.
Tuesday, 1st February 2011
Japan's tourist board has compiled a list of the best places to experience manga art.
Tickets between Japan and north America will be sold together by the two airlines.
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