Category: Japan

Toyota and GM have instructed owners of older Corolla, Matrix, RAV4, and Pontiac Vibe models to cease driving them due to the potential risk of their Takata airbag inflators exploding. (Photo: Toyota | Takata)
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Business Japan U.S.

Toyota and General Motors issue urgent warning for 61,000 older vehicles over Takata airbag risk

  • Post Date 01/30/2024

In a joint statement released Monday, Toyota and General Motors have issued an urgent warning to owners of approximately 61,000 older Corolla, Matrix, RAV4, and [more…]

Pokemon maker announced it would investigate and respond to potential intellectual property infringements following the popularity of a game likened to "Pokemon with guns." (Photo: Palworld)
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Business Japan

Pokemon company launches investigation into ‘Palworld’ game controversy

  • Post Date 01/25/2024

In a clash that pits pocket monsters against pistols, The Pokemon Company has vowed to investigate and tackle any encroachment on its intellectual property, following [more…]

Taisho Pharmaceutical chose to pursue an MBO after determining that as long as it remained a publicly listed company, it would face ongoing pressure to fulfill shareholder demands and maintain short-term profitability. (Photo: Taisho Pharma)
Estimated read time 2 min read
Business Japan

Japanese companies pursue MBOs amid shareholder pressure

  • Post Date 01/21/2024

In a strategic move to alleviate the mounting pressures from shareholders and financial markets, an increasing number of large companies in Japan have been opting [more…]

Japan Airlines has appointed Mitsuko Tottori, its first female president, marking a significant milestone. Tottori, a senior managing executive officer, will assume the presidency on April 1. (Photo: Traicy Global)
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Business Japan

Japan Airlines appoints first female president, Mitsuko Tottori, in a bid to address gender gap

  • Post Date 01/19/2024

In a landmark move, Japan Airlines (JAL) has named Mitsuko Tottori as its first female president, marking a significant step in the company’s efforts to [more…]

Japan's KDDI revealed its plans to aid in the construction of Manila's inaugural subway by building telecommunications and fare collection systems. (Photo: Rail Professional)
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Business Japan Philippines

KDDI to spearhead telecommunications and fare collection systems for Manila’s first subway

  • Post Date 01/16/2024

In a bid to alleviate traffic congestion and reduce air pollution in Manila, Japanese telecommunications giant KDDI has announced its involvement in the development of [more…]

Dec. 18, 2023 - Japan's Nippon Steel announced its acquisition of U.S. Steel for $14.9 billion, boosting its capacity in a market poised for a price increase. (Photo: Shutterstock)
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Business Japan U.S.

Nippon Steel to acquire U.S. Steel in $14.9 billion deal

  • Post Date 12/18/2023

In a significant move that could reshape the global steel industry, Japan’s Nippon Steel has announced its plan to acquire U.S. Steel in a deal [more…]

On Friday, the Japanese gas company Iwatani announced its intention to acquire approximately a 20% stake in Cosmo Energy Holdings from a consortium of activist investors. (Photo: FuelCellsWork)
Estimated read time 2 min read
Business Japan

Japanese gas company Iwatani to acquire 20% stake in Cosmo Energy Holdings, ending battle with activist investors

  • Post Date 12/01/2023

In a strategic move to strengthen its position in the energy sector, Japanese gas company Iwatani has announced its decision to purchase a 20% stake [more…]