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Hiromitsu Chifuri
Japan Times
GLOBAL MEDIA POST / Texas report 2018
Jul 27, 2018
City of Cedar Hill: Diverse, Flexible, and Open
Located at the highest point of Dallas County and just 20 minutes from the city center, Cedar Hill is situated in one of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas of the United States, replete with tremendous potential and opportunities.
Japan Times
GLOBAL MEDIA POST / Texas report 2018
Jul 27, 2018
Post-graduate education with international relevance
Engineering a solar-powered supercomputer; discovering the role of “slow-motion” earthquakes in triggering tsunamis; and preserving the archives of Japanese-born British author Kazuo Ishiguro. Those impressive achievements became possible only through international collaboration led by the graduate...
Japan Times
GLOBAL MEDIA POST / Texas report 2018
Jul 27, 2018
The growing ties between Texas & Japan
In May 2018, the U.S.-Japan Council (USJC) held the first ever Japan-Texas Economic Summit (JTES) in Houston, Texas. Aimed at strengthening Japan-Texas relations, the event brought together more than 400 government and private sector leaders from nearly 50 cities and organizations from Houston and Japan....
Japan Times
GLOBAL MEDIA POST / Texas report 2018
Jul 27, 2018
Dallas does business right
Dallas is the most populous city in the Dallas-Fort Worth area and the fourth-largest, population-wise, in the United States. Because of market size, the local economy is ripe for various business investments. Companies have set up their head offices in Dallas, located between the West and the East coasts,...
Japan Times
GLOBAL MEDIA POST / Texas report 2018
Jul 27, 2018
City of Grapevine gets boost from Kubota
Mayor William D. Tate is proud of his city and rightly so.
Japan Times
GLOBAL MEDIA POST / Texas report 2018
Jul 27, 2018
Kubota tractor moves to Dallas-Fort Worth area
As Texas emerges as a center of innovation for several industries such as agriculture, computer science, and energy, Japan-based Kubota Tractor Corp. moved its U.S. headquarters from California to the Dallas-Fort Worth area as part of its growth and diversification plan.
Japan Times
GLOBAL MEDIA POST / Texas report 2018
Jul 27, 2018
Oki Data americas: POSITIONED FOR THE FUTURE
In its 46th year of operation, OKI Data Americas has earned its reputation as a manufacturer of cutting-edge printing technologies and leading provider of high-quality, cost-effective digital printing solutions for today’s ever-changing business climate.
Japan Times
GLOBAL MEDIA POST / Texas report 2018
Jul 27, 2018
Crossing borders to spot top talent
As the Japanese economy continues to grow, domestic companies have spent more money and time improving their business practices to match global standards and trends. Smaller firms, in particular, have begun paying closer attention to building a talented workforce.
Japan Times
GLOBAL MEDIA POST / Texas report 2018
Jul 27, 2018
Lone Star college: A valuable contributor to Houston
Houston, Texas, is often recognized as one of the most diverse cities in America. Located in the northern part of this city is Lone Star College (LSC), one of the fastest-growing community colleges in the country. Founded in 1972, LSC provides more than 170 study programs to over 99,000 students.
Japan Times
GLOBAL MEDIA POST / Texas report 2018
Jul 27, 2018
Avazzia: Working hard to restore your wellness, naturally
Incorporated in 2004, medical device manufacturer Avazzia has been pioneering innovative health care in Texas. The company offers a wide range of solutions for pain relief, beauty restoration and animal health, among others.
GLOBAL MEDIA POST / Texas report 2018
Jul 27, 2018
One great city, two four-star airports
In the most recent rankings released by Skytrax, recognized as a leading global air transport rating organization, the Houston Airport System now boasts two four-star rated airports ― the George Bush Intercontinental Airport and William P. Hobby Airport. Houston is now the only city in the Western...
Japan Times
Sweden report 2018
Jul 11, 2018
Sweden and Japan — 150 years of collaboration and friendship
This year, Japan and Sweden celebrate 150 years of diplomatic relations. During Japan’s Meiji Era, Sweden became one of the first countries to establish ties with Japan and the relationship has continued to flourish, particularly in the areas of business, trade, science, culture and the arts.
Japan Times
Sweden report 2018
Jul 11, 2018
Europe’s first choice for material-handling solutions
With a full range of forklift trucks, warehouse equipment, services and solutions, Toyota Material Handling Europe (TMHE) is a material-handling partner for manufacturing, retailing and logistics companies across the continent.
Japan Times
Sweden report 2018
Jul 11, 2018
Hiab celebrates 45 years in Japan
Hiab, originating in Sweden, revolutionized the global load-handling industry in the 1940s with the invention of the world’s first hydraulic truck mounted loader crane.
Japan Times
Sweden report 2018
Jul 11, 2018
Driving Honda’s electric vehicle revolution
Honda believes in “The Power of Dreams.” With the growing demand for electric vehicles, the dream of environmentally friendly, high-performance vehicles has become a reality.
Japan Times
Sweden report 2018
Jul 11, 2018
IAR Systems: Enabling a secure future for technology
“People interact with an IAR Systems programmed product around 30 times every day of their lives,” said Stefan Skarin, chief executive officer of IAR Systems AB.
Japan Times
Sweden report 2018
Jul 11, 2018
Yaskawa — showing commitment to their earliest foreign partnership
European industrial leaders recognize the high quality, functionality and efficiency of the arc welding, spot welding and industrial robots produced by Japan-based Yaskawa.
Japan Times
Sweden report 2018
Jul 11, 2018
Nurturing sustainable, chemical-free seed treatment
An agricultural revolution is taking place.
Japan Times
Sweden report 2018
Jul 11, 2018
Suzuki Garphyttan — innovating wires for key global industries
Prior to Suzuki Garphyttan being acquired by Nippon Steel almost a decade ago, the company’s Swedish roots (formally, Haldex Garphyttan AB) date back to 1906. Established in Garphyttan, a small town west of Stockholm, the company produced steel wires for the Swedish mining and railway industries.
Japan Times
Sweden report 2018
Jul 11, 2018
Japan — a successful niche for Acetimber AB
For centuries, wood has been used in the construction of traditional Japanese houses. Today, quality timber has become one of Sweden’s largest exports to Japan and Acetimber AB is currently strengthening its ties with its Japanese customers.
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

Podcast

One of the many entrances to the Kabukicho neighborhood in Tokyo’s Shinjuku Ward.
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