http://www.insidejapantours.com/ All News from Japan en-us Thu, 02 Sep 2010 18:58:30 BST 64 64 http://www.insidejapantours.com http://www.insidejapantours.com/csp/jap/insidejapan/images/news/logo64.gif MARTIAL ARTS= Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1468/japanese-government-supports-international-judo/ New sports materials have been donated by the Japanese government to help the development of Judo in Angola. Martial Arts http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1468/japanese-government-supports-international-judo/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1467/japan-aims-to-boost-tv-demand/ The extension of a subsidy plan for eco-friendly home appliances by the Japanese government could boost demand for new devices. Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1467/japan-aims-to-boost-tv-demand/ JAPAN TRAVEL NEWS= Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1466/japan-airlines-cuts-jobs/ Around one third of jobs could be cut at Japan Airlines (JAL) after a company-wide restructurin Japan Travel News http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1466/japan-airlines-cuts-jobs/ SUMO= Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1465/sumo-plans-crackdown-on-mafia-links/ Moves are being made to ensure that Japan's national sport is cleaned up before the forthcoming national autumn tournament. Sumo http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1465/sumo-plans-crackdown-on-mafia-links/ GENERAL JAPAN NEWS= Tue, 31 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1464/japanese-research-develops-touchable-3dtv-/ The world's first touchable 3D television system has been developed in Japan. General Japan News http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1464/japanese-research-develops-touchable-3dtv-/ GENERAL JAPAN NEWS= Tue, 31 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1463/frank-lloyd-wright-house-may-relocate-to-japan/ An experimental textile block house designed by architect Frank Lloyd Wright could be moved from California to Japan. General Japan News http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1463/frank-lloyd-wright-house-may-relocate-to-japan/ JAPAN SPORTS NEWS= Fri, 27 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1462/japanese-footballer-to-move-to-england/ Yuki Abe is set to move from Urawa Red Diamonds to Leicester City football club, although the deal still has to be fully finalised. Japan Sports News http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1462/japanese-footballer-to-move-to-england/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Thu, 26 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1461/japans-export-growth-continues-slowdown/ Figures have revealed that export growth in Japan has slowed for a fifth consecutive month. Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1461/japans-export-growth-continues-slowdown/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Wed, 25 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1460/yen-hits-15-year-high/ The yen has reached a 15-year high against the US dollar as the Japanese currency remains strong on the international market. Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1460/yen-hits-15-year-high/ GENERAL JAPAN NEWS= Wed, 25 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1459/toyota-offers-hybrid-safety-device/ Japanese car manufacturer Toyota has introduced a new device aimed at making its popular hybrid car louder. General Japan News http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1459/toyota-offers-hybrid-safety-device/ EVENTS IN JAPAN= Tue, 24 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1458/jazz-festival-to-come-to-tokyo/ The Tokyo Jazz Festival is set to prove a popular event with tourists and Japanese locals next month. Events in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1458/jazz-festival-to-come-to-tokyo/ JAPAN TRAVEL NEWS= Tue, 24 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1457/air-france-increases-japanese-flights/ Air France has announced that it plans to increase the number of services to Japan following the expansion of the carrier's fleet. Japan Travel News http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1457/air-france-increases-japanese-flights/ GENERAL JAPAN NEWS= Mon, 23 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1456/japan-evicts-statue-of-liberty-/ Japanese officials have ordered the removal of a six-metre replica Statue of Liberty. General Japan News http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1456/japan-evicts-statue-of-liberty-/ EVENTS IN JAPAN= Mon, 23 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1455/rio-carnival-comes-to-tokyo/ Tokyo's Asakusa district is set to host the Japanese Rio Carnival at the end of the month. Events in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1455/rio-carnival-comes-to-tokyo/ GENERAL JAPAN NEWS= Fri, 20 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1454/titanium-blue-ps3-only-available-in-japan/ Japanese gamers will be able to pick up an exclusive PS3 console in Titanium Blue. General Japan News http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1454/titanium-blue-ps3-only-available-in-japan/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Thu, 19 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1453/japanese-stocks-rise-on-morning-data/ Stocks on a number of Japanese stock exchanges have risen today Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1453/japanese-stocks-rise-on-morning-data/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Thu, 19 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1452/economic-trouble-response-will-determine-history/ Japan's response to economic troubles will have repercussions for the next 50 years, an expert says Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1452/economic-trouble-response-will-determine-history/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Wed, 18 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1451/japanese-prime-minister-considers-new-stimulus-measures/ Japanese prime minister Naoto Kan considers more economic stimulus Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1451/japanese-prime-minister-considers-new-stimulus-measures/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Wed, 18 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1450/mazda-recalls-300-000-cars-/ Japanese car manufacturer Mazda has announced it is to recall 300,000 cars in North America and Mexico Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1450/mazda-recalls-300-000-cars-/ EVENTS IN JAPAN= Tue, 17 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1449/giant-lantern-festival-to-be-held-in-japan/ August's giant lantern festival is a must-see for those travelling to Japan Events in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1449/giant-lantern-festival-to-be-held-in-japan/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Tue, 17 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1448/japanese-economy-falters/ The Japanese economy has once again faltered in the wake of market uncertainty over stimulus measures Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1448/japanese-economy-falters/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Tue, 17 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1447/japanese-economy-drops-to-third-largest/ The Chinese economy has overtaken the Japanese economy to become the world's third biggest Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1447/japanese-economy-drops-to-third-largest/ EVENTS IN JAPAN= Mon, 16 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1446/war-veterans-mark-victory-over-japanese-troops/ Second world war veterans have marked the anniversary of Japan's surrender Events in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1446/war-veterans-mark-victory-over-japanese-troops/ EVENTS IN JAPAN= Mon, 16 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1445/japanese-pm-avoids-war-shrine-on-vj-day-/ Japanese prime minister Naoto Kan avoids controversial war shrine on VJ Day Events in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1445/japanese-pm-avoids-war-shrine-on-vj-day-/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Mon, 16 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1444/japanese-economy-slows/ The Japanese economy has unexpectedly slowed, new data shows Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1444/japanese-economy-slows/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Fri, 13 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1443/toyota-halts-car-exports-to-iran/ Japanese car manufacturer Toyota has stopped all exports to Iran following US and UK sanction action Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1443/toyota-halts-car-exports-to-iran/ GENERAL JAPAN NEWS= Fri, 13 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1442/japan-searches-for-its-lost-centenarians/ Japanese officials have begun a search for citizens allegedly aged more than 100 General Japan News http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1442/japan-searches-for-its-lost-centenarians/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Fri, 13 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1441/japans-strong-yen-explained/ Just why is the Japanese yen so strong compared to the dollar? Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1441/japans-strong-yen-explained/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Thu, 12 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1440/strong-japanese-yen-still-impacting-markets/ The continuing strength of the Japanese yen is having an impact on a number of markets Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1440/strong-japanese-yen-still-impacting-markets/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Thu, 12 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1439/japanese-consumers-to-get-ipod-replacements/ Customers in Japan affected by a problem with overheating iPods will be offered replacements, Apple has said Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1439/japanese-consumers-to-get-ipod-replacements/ JAPAN ENTERTAINMENT NEWS= Thu, 12 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1438/documentary-shows-rise-to-fame-of-anime-girl/ A BBC documentary is to explore the life of a girl from the Isle of Man who became an internet sensation in Japan Japan Entertainment News http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1438/documentary-shows-rise-to-fame-of-anime-girl/ JAPAN TRAVEL NEWS= Wed, 11 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1437/new-railway-terminal-for-haneda-airport/ The opening of a new railway stop at Haneda airport could make getting into central Tokyo easier for travellers Japan Travel News http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1437/new-railway-terminal-for-haneda-airport/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Wed, 11 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1436/fall-in-asian-stocks-on-new-data/ Stock values on a number of Asian stock exchanges, including the Topix in Japan, have fallen Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1436/fall-in-asian-stocks-on-new-data/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Wed, 11 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1435/japans-machinery-orders-rise-less-than-expected/ A rise in core machinery orders in Japan has not been as positive as expected by market analysts Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1435/japans-machinery-orders-rise-less-than-expected/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Tue, 10 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1434/apple-to-improve-overheating-warnings-in-japan/ Technology firm Apple is to make improvements to website warnings about a problem with iPod nanos. Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1434/apple-to-improve-overheating-warnings-in-japan/ GENERAL JAPAN NEWS= Tue, 10 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1433/japans-whisky-heritage-highlighted/ While Japan may be better known for sake, its whisky is growing in popularity around the world. General Japan News http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1433/japans-whisky-heritage-highlighted/ EVENTS IN JAPAN= Tue, 10 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1432/japan-apologises-to-south-korea-over-imperialist-rule/ The Japanese prime minister has issued an apology to South Korea over its colonial rule of the nation Events in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1432/japan-apologises-to-south-korea-over-imperialist-rule/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Mon, 09 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1431/goldman-sachs-changes-japan-outlook/ Financial firm Goldman Sachs has revised its outlook for the Japanese economy Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1431/goldman-sachs-changes-japan-outlook/ EVENTS IN JAPAN= Mon, 09 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1430/nagasaki-marks-atomic-bomb-anniversary/ Ceremony in Nagasaki marks 65th anniversary of the bombing of the city Events in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1430/nagasaki-marks-atomic-bomb-anniversary/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Mon, 09 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1429/japanese-stocks-fall-on-us-data/ Weak data from the US has seen shares in Japanese firms drop on the stock exchange Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1429/japanese-stocks-fall-on-us-data/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Fri, 06 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1428/prius-sales-top-1-million/ Sales of the Toyota Prius in Japan topped one million by the end of July this year Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1428/prius-sales-top-1-million/ BASEBALL=JAPAN SPORTS NEWS= Fri, 06 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1427/female-japanese-baseballer-gains-large-following/ A female baseball player in the US is gaining a huge following BaseballJapan Sports News http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1427/female-japanese-baseballer-gains-large-following/ EVENTS IN JAPAN= Fri, 06 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1426/japanese-computer-geek-sets-new-pi-record/ A Japanese engineer and a computer programmer from the US claim to have calculated pi to five trillion places Events in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1426/japanese-computer-geek-sets-new-pi-record/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Thu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1425/toyota-prius-tops-selling-list-for-15th-month-in-a-row/ The Toyota hybrid Prius has topped the list of best selling cars in Japan for the 15th year in a row. Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1425/toyota-prius-tops-selling-list-for-15th-month-in-a-row/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Thu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1424/microsoft-may-object-to-yahoo-japan-deal/ Microsoft could be putting together an objection against a new deal between Yahoo! Japan and Google. Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1424/microsoft-may-object-to-yahoo-japan-deal/ EVENTS IN JAPAN= Thu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1423/un-chief-visits-nagasaki/ UN secretary general Ban Ki-moon is in Japan ahead of the anniversary of the Nagasaki and Hiroshima bombings Events in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1423/un-chief-visits-nagasaki/ GENERAL JAPAN NEWS= Wed, 04 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1419/japan-begins-search-for-oldest-citizens/ The discovery that some of Japan's reputed oldest citizens are either deceased or missing has prompted authorities to carry out investigations. General Japan News http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1419/japan-begins-search-for-oldest-citizens/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Wed, 04 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1418/japanese-10-year-yield-fall-below-1-per-cent/ Japanese ten-year yields fall below one per cent for the first time in years. Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1418/japanese-10-year-yield-fall-below-1-per-cent/ Wed, 04 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1417/kan-to-consider-more-economic-stimulus/ Japanese prime minister Naoto Kan is considering more economic stimulus measures. http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1417/kan-to-consider-more-economic-stimulus/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Tue, 03 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1422/japanese-stocks-rise-on-us-data/ Shares on Japanese stock exchanges have risen on the back of new US data and an overnight rally on Wall Street. Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1422/japanese-stocks-rise-on-us-data/ EVENTS IN JAPAN= Tue, 03 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1421/oldest-woman-in-tokyo-missing-for-decades/ Doubt has been shed on the validity of Tokyo's reputed oldest woman as she has in fact been missing for decades, according to her daughter. Events in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1421/oldest-woman-in-tokyo-missing-for-decades/ EVENTS IN JAPAN= Tue, 03 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1420/japanese-twitter-user-publishes-20-billionth-tweet/ A Japanese Twitter user has made history after writing the website's 20 billionth tweet. Events in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1420/japanese-twitter-user-publishes-20-billionth-tweet/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Mon, 02 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1416/toyota-reveals-further-car-recalls/ Toyota, the world's biggest car maker, has announced a fresh batch of product recalls. Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1416/toyota-reveals-further-car-recalls/ GENERAL JAPAN NEWS= Mon, 02 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1415/us-ambassador-to-attend-hiroshima-service/ The US ambassador to Japan will be in attendance at an upcoming Hiroshima memorial ceremony. General Japan News http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1415/us-ambassador-to-attend-hiroshima-service/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Fri, 30 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1414/japanese-economy-under-pressure-once-again/ New figures show the Japanese economy is still in a fragile state, with factory production levels dropping and more people out of work. Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1414/japanese-economy-under-pressure-once-again/ EVENTS IN JAPAN= Thu, 29 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1413/freak-wave-damages-japanese-vessel/ A Japanese oil tanker is damaged after being hit by a "freak" wave off the coast of Oman. Events in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1413/freak-wave-damages-japanese-vessel/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Wed, 28 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1412/microsoft-criticises-yahoo-japan-deal/ Software firm Microsoft has spoken out about a deal announced between Yahoo! Japan and Google. Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1412/microsoft-criticises-yahoo-japan-deal/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Tue, 27 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1411/yahoo-japan-hints-at-google-team-up/ Yahoo! Japan could soon be teaming up with its search engine rival Google. Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1411/yahoo-japan-hints-at-google-team-up/ JAPAN ENTERTAINMENT NEWS= Mon, 26 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1410/angelina-jolie-heads-to-japan-with-famous-family/ Hollywood actress Angelina Jolie seen arriving at Tokyo's Narita Airport after flying in from Russia. Japan Entertainment News http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1410/angelina-jolie-heads-to-japan-with-famous-family/ EVENTS IN JAPAN= Fri, 23 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1409/japanese-media-opp-gov-criticise-korean-spy-visit/ The Japanese media and some members of the opposition party have raised questions over a visit to Japan by a former North Korean spy. Events in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1409/japanese-media-opp-gov-criticise-korean-spy-visit/ SOCCER= Thu, 22 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1408/fifa-give-backing-to-japanese-world-cup-bids/ A FIFA delegation in Japan to look at the country's football facilities had high praise for a stadium outside Tokyo. Soccer http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1408/fifa-give-backing-to-japanese-world-cup-bids/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Thu, 22 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1407/yen-trading-at-seven-month-high/ The Japanese yen is now trading at its highest level in the past seven months. Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1407/yen-trading-at-seven-month-high/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Wed, 21 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1406/20-year-bonds-fall-in-japan/ The value of 20-year bonds in Japan have fallen for the third day in a row. Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1406/20-year-bonds-fall-in-japan/ EVENTS IN JAPAN= Tue, 20 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1405/ex-north-korean-spy-heads-to-japan-for-visit/ A former North Korean spy has travelled to Japan to meet the families of people kidnapped by the regime in the 1970s and 1980s. Events in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1405/ex-north-korean-spy-heads-to-japan-for-visit/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Tue, 20 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1404/japanese-stocks-fall-on-strong-yen-us-economy/ Stock values for a number of Japanese firms have fallen sharply on the back of a strong yen and US economic performance. Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1404/japanese-stocks-fall-on-strong-yen-us-economy/ GENERAL JAPAN NEWS= Tue, 20 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1403/japanese-jelly-safety-standards-under-review/ A special kind of jelly made from a subtropical plant could be subject to new safety guidelines, the Japanese government has said. General Japan News http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1403/japanese-jelly-safety-standards-under-review/ SOCCER= Mon, 19 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1402/nigeria-beat-japan-in-womens-world-cup/ The Japanese women's squad have been beaten during the World Cup by Nigeria. Soccer http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1402/nigeria-beat-japan-in-womens-world-cup/ SOCCER= Mon, 19 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1401/fifa-inspectors-visit-osaka/ A delegation from FIFA is in Japan this week to check out the country's facilities, after the nation put itself in the bidding race for both the 2018 and 2022 World Cup. Soccer http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1401/fifa-inspectors-visit-osaka/ JAPAN TRAVEL NEWS= Mon, 19 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1400/new-fast-track-rail-service-opens-in-japan/ A new high-speed rail service could help travellers to Japan get to the centre of Tokyo from Narita International Airport in just over half an hour. Japan Travel News http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1400/new-fast-track-rail-service-opens-in-japan/ GENERAL JAPAN NEWS= Fri, 16 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1399/uk-seeking-economic-ties-with-japan/ The UK is keen to form strong economic ties with Japan, foreign secretary William Hague has said while visiting the nation. General Japan News http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1399/uk-seeking-economic-ties-with-japan/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Fri, 16 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1398/japanese-economy-will-see-slow-recovery/ The recovery of the Japanese economy will be slow and moderate, according to new figures from the country's central bank. Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1398/japanese-economy-will-see-slow-recovery/ GENERAL JAPAN NEWS= Thu, 15 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1397/imf-urges-japan-to-increase-tax/ The International Monetary Fund has urged Japan to go ahead with plans to put up taxes in order to tackle its huge debt. General Japan News http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1397/imf-urges-japan-to-increase-tax/ EVENTS IN JAPAN= Thu, 15 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1396/hague-to-visit-japan-as-part-of-asia-trip/ William Hague is to meet with the Japanese foreign minister Katsuya Okada today. Events in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1396/hague-to-visit-japan-as-part-of-asia-trip/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Wed, 14 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1395/nissan-hit-by-hitachi-part-delay/ Japanese car maker Nissan have been hit by a production delay following a hold-up in getting parts from Hitachi. Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1395/nissan-hit-by-hitachi-part-delay/ GENERAL JAPAN NEWS= Wed, 14 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1394/spending-cuts-plan-revealed-in-japan/ The Japanese government has revealed plans to cut spending on policy by ten per cent in a bid to tackle its growing national debt. General Japan News http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1394/spending-cuts-plan-revealed-in-japan/ GENERAL JAPAN NEWS= Wed, 14 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1393/poll-japanese-voters-still-want-pm/ The majority of voters in Japan still want prime minister Naoto Kan to lead the nation, despite sharp falls in his popularity. General Japan News http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1393/poll-japanese-voters-still-want-pm/ EVENTS IN JAPAN= Tue, 13 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1392/new-japanese-pm-suffers-poll-shock/ The new prime minister of Japan has suffered a blow in the polls which has left his party without a majority in the upper house. Events in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1392/new-japanese-pm-suffers-poll-shock/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Tue, 13 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1391/japanese-stocks-fall-on-strong-yen-and-china-demand/ Stocks on a number of Japanese stock exchanges have fallen on the back of a strong yen and ongoing property restrictions in China. Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1391/japanese-stocks-fall-on-strong-yen-and-china-demand/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Tue, 13 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1390/nissan-reveals-thai-made-motor/ Japanese car manufacturer Nissan is to move production of its new March car to Thailand. Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1390/nissan-reveals-thai-made-motor/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Mon, 12 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1389/asahi-enjoys-top-selling-position-in-japanese-market/ Brewery Asahi takes the top spot in the Japanese beer market for the months between January and June. Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1389/asahi-enjoys-top-selling-position-in-japanese-market/ GOLF= Mon, 12 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1388/japanese-golfer-drops-down-open-table/ Japanese teen sensation Ryo Ishikawa fails to make an impact at the Scottish Open. Golf http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1388/japanese-golfer-drops-down-open-table/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Mon, 12 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1387/wholesale-prices-on-the-up-in-japan/ Wholesale prices in Japan have risen, new figures have shown. Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1387/wholesale-prices-on-the-up-in-japan/ GENERAL JAPAN NEWS= Fri, 09 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1386/name-change-bill-considered-in-japan/ A change to the rules over women taking their husband's surname is being considered by the Japanese government. General Japan News http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1386/name-change-bill-considered-in-japan/ JAPAN TRAVEL NEWS= Fri, 09 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1385/hiking-in-japan-offers-ancient-network-of-pilgrimage-trails/ There are many places in Japan ideal for hiking as well as the traditional route to the top of Mount Fuji, travellers have been advised. Japan Travel News http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1385/hiking-in-japan-offers-ancient-network-of-pilgrimage-trails/ JAPAN TRAVEL NEWS= Fri, 09 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1384/japanese-pod-hotels-a-crazy-place-to-sleep/ Why not check out a Japanese pod hotel on a trip to the country? Capsule accommodation can be found all over Japan and is particularly popular in Tokyo. Japan Travel News http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1384/japanese-pod-hotels-a-crazy-place-to-sleep/ JAPAN TRAVEL NEWS= Fri, 09 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1383/us-college-student-praises-japan-on-travel-blog/ Student on summer trip to Japan talks about her trip for college travel blog. Japan Travel News http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1383/us-college-student-praises-japan-on-travel-blog/ EVENTS IN JAPAN= Thu, 08 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1382/japanese-scientists-find-asteroid-dust/ A Japanese space craft tasked with finding out about asteroid life in the solar system may have been able to collect dust from the surface of one such rock. Events in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1382/japanese-scientists-find-asteroid-dust/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Thu, 08 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1381/japanese-shares-rise-on-back-of-us-gains/ Shares on several Japanese stock exchanges have risen on the back of a Wall Street rally. Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1381/japanese-shares-rise-on-back-of-us-gains/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Thu, 08 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1380/machinery-orders-fall-more-than-9-per-cent/ Core machinery orders, seen as a key indicator of the state of the Japanese economy, fell sharply in May, new figures have revealed. Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1380/machinery-orders-fall-more-than-9-per-cent/ GENERAL JAPAN NEWS= Wed, 07 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1379/anti-whaling-protestor-given-suspended-term/ An anti-whaling protestor from New Zealand has been given a suspended two year jail sentence after he was arrested after boarding a whaling boat. General Japan News http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1379/anti-whaling-protestor-given-suspended-term/ SUMO= Wed, 07 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1378/japan-tv-removes-sumo-wrestling-from-schedule/ Upcoming coverage of a sumo event has been removed from Japanese TV schedules following a scandal involving a top player and a coach. Sumo http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1378/japan-tv-removes-sumo-wrestling-from-schedule/ GOLF= Wed, 07 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1377/japanese-golfing-star-heads-to-scottish-open/ Teenage golf sensation Ryo Ishikawa is heading to the Scottish Open hoping to become the youngest player ever to win the event. Golf http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1377/japanese-golfing-star-heads-to-scottish-open/ GENERAL JAPAN NEWS= Tue, 06 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1376/japanese-probe-shows-moon-rock/ A Japanese space probe has revealed some interesting findings about the rocks beneath the surface of the moon. General Japan News http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1376/japanese-probe-shows-moon-rock/ SUMO= Tue, 06 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1375/sumo-wrestler-fired-over-illegal-gambling/ Top Japanese sumo wrestler Kotomitsuki fired over illegal betting reports. Sumo http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1375/sumo-wrestler-fired-over-illegal-gambling/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Tue, 06 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1374/toyota-begins-vehicle-recall/ Japanese car manufacturer Toyota is to recall more than 90,000 cars in Japan and some 270,000 worldwide. Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1374/toyota-begins-vehicle-recall/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Mon, 05 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1373/toyota-suffers-further-recall-problems/ Japanese car manufacturer Toyota has announced further vehicle recalls. Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1373/toyota-suffers-further-recall-problems/ EVENTS IN JAPAN= Mon, 05 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1372/new-japanese-pm-suffers-support-drop/ Japan's new prime minister Naoto Kan has seen his popularity among voters fall sharply in his first few weeks in office. Events in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1372/new-japanese-pm-suffers-support-drop/ EVENTS IN JAPAN= Mon, 05 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1371/japan-shaken-by-early-morning-earthquake/ Japan has been hit by a earthquake measuring 6.3 on the Richter scale, but there are no reports of damage or injury. Events in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1371/japan-shaken-by-early-morning-earthquake/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Fri, 02 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1370/bank-of-japan-revises-economic-forecast/ The central bank of Japan is to revise its current forecast for this fiscal year on the back of improved data. Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1370/bank-of-japan-revises-economic-forecast/ SOCCER= Fri, 02 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1369/japanese-squad-on-the-search-for-new-coach/ The Japanese national squad is set to get a new coach following its exit from this year's World Cup tournament. Soccer http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1369/japanese-squad-on-the-search-for-new-coach/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Fri, 02 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1368/toshiba-reveals-battery-plan/ Japanese electronics firm Toshiba is to team up with Mitsubishi Motors to create a new type of battery for electric cars. Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1368/toshiba-reveals-battery-plan/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1367/japanese-firms-optimistic/ The level of confidence among firms in Japan is at a two-year high, new figures show. Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1367/japanese-firms-optimistic/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1366/japanese-firm-announces-english-plan/ A firm in Japan has announced it is to make English the first language of its staff. Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1366/japanese-firm-announces-english-plan/ EVENTS IN JAPAN= Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1365/hiroshima-survivors-hold-protest-at-nuclear-talks/ A group of anti-nuclear weapons protestors have spoken out over talks between Japan and India. Events in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1365/hiroshima-survivors-hold-protest-at-nuclear-talks/ SOCCER= Wed, 30 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1364/world-cup-agony-for-japan-as-paraguay-progress/ Japan are out of the World Cup after a penalty shootout defeat to Paraguay. Soccer http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1364/world-cup-agony-for-japan-as-paraguay-progress/ GENERAL JAPAN NEWS= Tue, 29 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1363/japanese-unemployment-rises-unexpectedly/ The jobless rate reached 5.2 per cent last month. General Japan News http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1363/japanese-unemployment-rises-unexpectedly/ SOCCER= Mon, 28 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1362/japan-prepare-for-paraguay-test/ Takeshi Okada says his team will relish being Asia's sole representatives in the last 16. Soccer http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1362/japan-prepare-for-paraguay-test/ BUSINESS IN JAPAN= Mon, 28 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1361/japanese-carmakers-reveal-global-production-turnaround/ Toyota, Nissan and Honda all saw outputs rise in May. Business in Japan http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1361/japanese-carmakers-reveal-global-production-turnaround/ SUMO= Fri, 25 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1360/japanese-police-vow-to-tackle-organised-crime-links-to-sumo-wrestling/ Mitsutomo Furuichi has been arrested for suspected extortion. Sumo http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1360/japanese-police-vow-to-tackle-organised-crime-links-to-sumo-wrestling/ SOCCER= Fri, 25 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1359/japan-beat-denmark-to-reach-world-cup-knockout-stages/ Goals from Keisuke Honda, Yashuito Endo and a third from Shinji Okazaki were enough for Japan. Soccer http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1359/japan-beat-denmark-to-reach-world-cup-knockout-stages/ GENERAL JAPAN NEWS= Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1358/japanese-consumers-race-to-get-new-iphone/ Apple stores across Tokyo were filled with eager shoppers. General Japan News http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1358/japanese-consumers-race-to-get-new-iphone/ SOCCER= Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1357/denmark-coach-praises-japans-tactical-changes/ Morten Olsen claims the new system has benefited Japan. Soccer http://www.insidejapantours.com/japan-news/1357/denmark-coach-praises-japans-tactical-changes/