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Hiromitsu Chifuri
Japan Times
GLOBAL MEDIA POST / Eastern USA report 2018
Oct 24, 2018
Great things are brewing for Virginia craft beer maker
As craft and fruit beers grew very popular in the last few years, many breweries have opened their doors and sold their products directly to the public. Amid this fast-growing trend, only a handful of these small businesses have shown a clear commitment to maintaining the quality of their beer.
Japan Times
Hungary report 2018
Oct 23, 2018
Historical anniversary signals long standing friendship
A message from the Prime Minister of Hungary Viktor Orbán on the Hungarian-Japanese Memorial Year
In 2019, Hungary and Japan will be celebrating 150 years of diplomatic relations. We not only cherish our ties going back to 1869, but we are also proud of how deep our cooperation has been over the past centuries. Japan is our strategic partner in the region, with whom we cooperate closely — not only...
Japan Times
Hungary report 2018
Oct 23, 2018
Encouraging and supporting Japanese investments and businesses
“We are proud to promote Japanese investments and partnerships in Hungary and across Europe,” said Prof. Dr. János Martonyi, Hungary’s former minister of foreign affairs and previous managing partner at Baker McKenzie LLP’s Hungarian operations.
Japan Times
Hungary report 2018
Oct 23, 2018
A perfect climate for business
“We have seen our business develop at a healthy rate through our extensive product portfolio and our commitment to customer care,” said Balazs Zuggó, managing director of Daikin Hungary Kft.
Hungary report 2018
Oct 23, 2018
Driving growth through technologies and innovations
Since its establishment in 1873, Konica Minolta has expanded its business in office equipment, optical systems for industrial use and diagnostic imaging systems around the world.
Japan Times
Hungary report 2018
Oct 23, 2018
Suzuki: A way of life in Hungary
Suzuki Motor Corp. has driven the development of Hungary’s automotive industry since establishing Magyar Suzuki Corp. (MSC) in 1991. By successfully combining Hungarian talent and Japanese expertise, the company has become a strong driving force in the Hungarian automotive sector and is reaching out...
Japan Times
Hungary report 2018
Oct 23, 2018
Fanuc: Supporting Hungary’s industrial growth
“Industry 4.0” refers to the industry trend of automation and data exchange seen across manufacturing technologies.
Japan Times
Hungary report 2018
Oct 23, 2018
Hungry in Hungary — Nissin Foods is an instant success
As the inventor of the original instant ramen noodles, Nissin Food Products Co. Ltd. is famed for delivering delicious, quick and easy foods in a range of delicious flavors.
Japan Times
Hungary report 2018
Oct 23, 2018
Meditop Pharmaceutical Ltd. — Healthy growth and strong partnerships
“The Hungarian pharmaceutical sector is worth over 3 billion euros and approximately 85 percent of products are exported,” said Dr. Dávid Greskovits, managing director of Meditop Pharmaceutical Ltd.
Japan Times
Hungary report 2018
Oct 23, 2018
Investing in people, products and performance
In 2004, Japan’s AGC Group, made its first greenfield investment in Europe and established AGC Glass Hungary Kft.
Hungary report 2018
Oct 23, 2018
Contributing to the sustainable development of Hungarian society
With a history dating back four centuries, Takenaka Corp. has designed and built iconic structures across Japan.
Japan Times
Hungary report 2018
Oct 23, 2018
The power of carbon fiber: Innovative ideas, technologies and products
Japan headquartered Toray Industries Inc. is the world-leading carbon fiber producer in terms of performance, quality and volume. Toray’s high-performance carbon fiber is used primarily in the aerospace and aircraft industries.
Japan Times
Hungary report 2018
Oct 23, 2018
JTI Hungary: 10 years of successful Japanese investment
Japan Tobacco International (JTI) is a leading global tobacco company with operations in over 120 countries. The company manufactures and sells many of the world’s most renowned tobacco brands such as Winston, Mevius, Camel and LD, in addition to local brands with loyal customers.
Japan Times
Hungary report 2018
Oct 23, 2018
Canon Hungary – New direction focuses on partnerships
Canon is recognized as a leading company in consumer, business-to-business and industrial digital imaging solutions.
Japan Times
Hungary report 2018
Oct 23, 2018
Mitutoyo: Measuring success in Hungary
Mitutoyo is the global leader in metrology ― the science and practice of dimensional measurement. The company has built its name on its ability to deliver sophisticated solutions based on its precision-measuring tools and instruments. Today, Mitutoyo’s extensive network covers over 22 countries....
Japan Times
New Zealand report 2018
Oct 22, 2018
On Target: Sporting nations share economic success
As investment opportunities continue to create strong business ventures and close partnerships, the New Zealand economy is attracting increased global attention.
Japan Times
New Zealand report 2018
Oct 22, 2018
Toyota: New Zealand’s favorite automotive brand
Toyota Motor Corp. is the global leader in automotive sales. In the New Zealand market, the same holds true and this year marks Toyota’s 31st consecutive year as market leader.
Japan Times
New Zealand report 2018
Oct 22, 2018
Sato New Zealand: The spirit of innovation
Tokyo-based SATO Holdings Corp. is a global leader in integrated automatic identification, data collection and end-to-end solutions. In New Zealand, the company has grown through three strategic acquisitions.
Japan Times
New Zealand report 2018
Oct 22, 2018
Bancorp: New Zealand’s most innovative investment bank
Bancorp Wealth Management Ltd. is New Zealand’s oldest and largest independent investment bank.
Japan Times
New Zealand report 2018
Oct 22, 2018
Suzuki: A way of life in New Zealand
Japanese cars, motorcycles and outboard marine engines can be found throughout New Zealand’s beautiful cities, towns, off-road tracks, lakes and rivers.
Man held after two injured in Tokyo Metro knife attack
Police outside Todaimae Station on the Namboku Line on Wednesday evening after a knife attack at the station 　
U.S. and Japan remain far apart on tariffs
Japan's Economic Revitalization Minister Ryosei Akazawa speaks to the press upon his arrival at Haneda Airport on April 18. He has said that all tariffs need to be reconsidered by the United States.
Japan's 'ice age' employment generation is at risk of poverty during retirement
Those who entered the job market from around 1993 to 2004, when long-term stagnation started, are likely to struggle even more to make ends meet after retirement.
India strikes Pakistan over Kashmir tourist killings
Indian paramilitary personnel stand guard along a road in Srinagar on Wednesday after New Delhi launched missile strikes on archrival Pakistan in a major escalation between the nuclear-armed neighbors.
Japan’s tycoon families seek buyouts to evade investor pressure
Akio Toyoda’s $42 billion plan to buy Toyota Industries is one of the examples in a recent wave of management buyout ambitions in Japan.
Celebrating Japan’s defeat at Shimoda’s Black Ships Festival
Tatsumi Onose (right), who plays the part of Commodore Matthew Perry in Shimoda's Black Ship Festival, says the historical episode the event is based on should be remembered for its positives more than its negatives.
'Big picture thinker': Ispace CEO Hakamada on reaching the moon and dreaming of starships
Takeshi Hakamada, founder and CEO of Ispace, says his primary interest in space development is not to abandon Earth, but to protect it.
The drive for luxury: Aston Martin Asia's president explains the desire for more
While for Aston Martin, it’s all about delivering luxury, their regional president for Asia Gregory Adams' start in the auto industry in Japan was far more humble.
Why are rice prices still high in Japan?
Amid shortages, the price of a 5-kilogram bag of rice during the week of April 14 was ¥4,220.
Plug and Play wants to help Japanese startups go global
Phillip Vincent (right), Japan CEO of Plug and Play, and Ma Jingqian, head of ventures, at Plug and Play's Tokyo office, last month

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