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Japan Times
SATOYAMA CONSORTIUM
Mar 9, 2022
NTT collaboration learns how to plant a sustainable well-being city
NTT Urban Solutions recently acquired a new certification of international guidance on the operation of smart cities over its development project in the central Nagoya district of Higashisakura, conducted in collaboration with NTT Urban Development and other NTT companies.
Japan Times
SATOYAMA CONSORTIUM
Dec 20, 2021
On Shimokita Peninsula, geopark dining and robot tours
Enjoying beautiful views and eating local delicacies are the best parts of traveling for most people. Now there is a series of gastronomic events held on Aomori Prefecture’s Shimokita Peninsula, the northernmost tip of Japan’s main island of Honshu, that allows guests to appreciate both scenery and cuisine at the same time.
Japan Times
SATOYAMA CONSORTIUM
Oct 25, 2021
Suntory invests for future with initiatives toward zero emissions
Suntory Holdings, a global leader in both the alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverage industries, has been making concrete plans and taking action to achieve its ambitious target of halving its greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 with the ultimate goal of realizing net zero greenhouse gas emissions throughout its entire value chain by 2050.
Japan Times
SATOYAMA CONSORTIUM
Feb 12, 2021
Citizen revitalization projects take root in Tsukuba district
In the Oda district of the city of Tsukuba, citizens are starting to engage in projects aimed at revitalizing the community with support from older generations.
Japan Times
SATOYAMA CONSORTIUM
Feb 12, 2021
Living history: You could spend a night in a castle
Although castles are one of Japan’s most popular tourist destinations, not many people know you can actually spend a night in a 400-year-old castle.
Japan Times
SATOYAMA CONSORTIUM
Feb 12, 2021
Fukuyama Castle, the only one built with iron plates in Japan
The venerable Fukuyama Castle is getting a grand renewal ahead of its 400th anniversary, restoring the history-scarred landmark to its Edo Period appearance.
Japan Times
SATOYAMA CONSORTIUM
Dec 27, 2020
Small but creative Toyooka has outsized presence
The small coastal city of Toyooka has developed renowned presence by imaginatively developing the vitality of its economy and community.

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A statue of "Dragon Ball" character Goku stands outside the offices of Bandai Namco in Tokyo. The figure is now as recognizable as such characters as Mickey Mouse and Spider-Man.
Akira Toriyama's gift to the world