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Prime 1 Studio opens pre-orders for God of War: Ragnarok Atreus statue
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Prime 1 Studio will open pre-orders Aug. 20, 2026, for a 1/3-scale Atreus statue from God of War: Ragnarok.
NDC pitches hot melt glue dispensers for industrial production lines
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NDC Engineering & Manufacturing (Fujian) Co., Ltd is highlighting its hot melt glue dispenser machines for industrial production lines as global demand grows for automation, faster line speeds and tighter environmental compliance.
MyFlyYatra expands premium Japan flight booking from the US
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MyFlyYatra says it is expanding premium flight options from the United States to Japan, including Tokyo, Osaka and Okinawa, as demand rises for business and first-class travel.
Top 10 clear zipper storage bag makers in China for 2026
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A new market roundup ranks 10 Chinese manufacturers of clear zipper storage bags and resealable packaging as global demand rises and compliance rules tighten.
NDC touts CE and UL compliance for hot melt applicator equipment
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NDC Engineering & Manufacturing (Fujian) Co., Ltd. is promoting its hot melt applicator equipment as built to meet CE and UL standards for industrial buyers in Europe and North America.
KDDI and JR East expand free data access for Japan SIM users to 83 stations
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KDDI and JR East are broadening the povo Data Oasis service for inbound travelers using Japan SIM, with free data top-ups available at 83 stations from June 9, 2026. The move ties mobile connectivity more closely to rail travel and airport access…
KDDI and JR East expand free data top-ups to 83 stations for Japan SIM users
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KDDI and JR East will expand the povo Data Oasis service for Japan SIM users starting June 9, 2026, adding more stations and bringing the total to 83. The update gives inbound travelers another way to get free mobile data at JR East-area stations…
AlmaLinux 9.2 gets Common Criteria security certification in Japan
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AlmaLinux OS 9.2 has earned Common Criteria certification in Japan, adding third-party security validation for the community-run enterprise Linux distribution.
Istanbul studio’s Akihabara gacha game catches fire in Japan
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Gacha Capsule Shop Simulator - Akihabara launched in Early Access on Steam on June 8 and quickly drew Japanese VTubers, streamers and players into marathon sessions.
AOJ Language School sets fall 2026 online info session for Sept. 12
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AOJ Language School will host its first online information session for the Fall Semester 2026 on Sept. 12 in Japan time, with applications already open and classes spanning JLPT N5 to N1. The session will walk prospective students through…
Electroninks partners with SAKATA INX and SIIX to grow in Japan
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Electroninks has formed a strategic partnership with SAKATA INX and SIIX to expand sales, technical support and market development for its conductive ink products in Japan.
Aker BioMarine launches Krill Oil Week in Japan
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Aker BioMarine is bringing its global Krill Oil Week campaign to Japan June 21-27 to promote krill oil, preventive wellness and healthy aging in a fast-growing nutraceutical market.
Tyrone Hashimoto's Lakeside Struttin' Band set for August 22 show in Machida
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Tyrone Hashimoto and the Lakeside Struttin’ Band will perform at Crop in Machida City, Tokyo, on Aug. 22, 2026, as the group marks 20 years together.
Cybertrust Japan unveils trusted infrastructure vision for critical infrastructure AI era
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Cybertrust Japan on June 16 announced a new trusted infrastructure vision aimed at helping critical infrastructure operators manage software transparency, data authenticity and OSS risk as AI use expands.
Hyfe cough monitor lands primary-endpoint role in Japan DTx trial
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Hyfe said Japan’s PMDA agreed to use its CoughMonitor Suite as the primary endpoint tool in a pivotal trial of a prescription digital therapeutic for chronic cough co-developed with KYORIN Pharmaceutical.
Kani Doraku touts crab dining experience for foreign visitors in Japan
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Kani Doraku is positioning its crab-focused restaurants as a must-try experience for international travelers visiting Japan, with a flagship in Osaka’s Dotonbori district and locations across the country.
Mrs. GREEN APPLE, sakanaction and Fujii Kaze lead MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN 2026
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MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN 2026 handed major honors to Mrs. GREEN APPLE, sakanaction and Fujii Kaze at its second ceremony Saturday at TOYOTA ARENA TOKYO. The event expanded its international reach with performances from artists across Asia and the West,…
SIPC teams with SiliconCatalyst Japan to back Korean chip startups
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Seoul National University’s SIPC signed an MOU with SiliconCatalyst Japan to connect Korean system semiconductors startups to U.S. and Japanese funding, mentorship and global networks.
Travelers in Japan use about 1 GB of mobile data a day, study says
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A new study from Travelsim Asia analyzed 102 Japan eSIM trips from 2024 to 2026 and found travelers typically use about 4.7 GB per trip, or roughly 1 GB per day on shorter visits.
holodori kicks off first Spotlight Event with swimsuits, stories and new songs
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hololive Dreams, also known as holodori, launched its first Spotlight Event, “Ultimate Summer For Me?” on Aug. 17 in Japan.
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