Tag - au

 
Menu
Search
 
July 31, 2025
 

Today's print edition

Home Delivery
Subscribe for more access

AU

BUSINESS
Jul 5, 2022
KDDI says services fully restored after three-day disruption
The problem experienced by the mobile phone carrier, Japan's second-largest by number of subscribers, mushroomed into one of the country's worst-ever network outages.
BUSINESS / Companies
Jul 4, 2022
KDDI network ‘almost restored’ as Japan assesses outage's full impact
The problem has impacted not only users but also organizations in areas ranging from banking and logistics to emergency services.
Japan Times
JAPAN / EXPLAINER
Oct 1, 2020
Japan's mobile phone carriers brace for further intervention by Suga
Even before becoming prime minister, Suga had intervened in the cell phone market in an attempt to lower fees.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Apr 6, 2018
Rakuten Inc. gets approval to become nation's fourth major wireless carrier
E-commerce giant granted access to a fierce competition for subscribers alongside industry heavyweights who have long dominated the cellular market.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Dec 14, 2017
Rakuten announces foray into saturated Japanese cellphone market
The e-commerce giant aims to become nation's fourth mobile carrier, in a move that threatens to disrupt the cellular phone market oligopoly.
Japan Times
LIFE / Style & Design
Feb 25, 2017
Naoto Fukasawa: Between craft and design
Naoto Fukasawa is probably best known internationally for his designs for Muji, in particular for the wall-mounted CD player he created in 1999, which was featured in Gary Hustwit's popular 2009 documentary "Objectified." Now he remains a creative adviser for Muji, while still designing interiors, lighting...
Japan Times
JAPAN / EXPLAINER
Dec 16, 2014
Unlocking carriers' SIM hold on cellphones: Will competition heat up?
In October, the Internal Affairs and Communications Ministry announced new guidelines on removing the SIM lock on cellphones, saying carriers will be required to unlock handsets starting next May.
BUSINESS / Companies
Mar 7, 2014
Docomo's earnings may be derailed by price wars
NTT Docomo Inc., the nation's largest wireless operator, said a price war with other carriers and discounts on the latest iPhones may threaten its full-year forecast after adding the Apple Inc. devices to lure customers.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Media / BIG IN JAPAN
Oct 26, 2013
Japan Inc.'s hurt pride may be behind bout of fresh phone fears
What's the explanation for the current surge in concern over the poor manners and inattention of addicted cellphone users — especially considering smart phones are arguably no more distracting than the previous generation of mobile gadgets
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Tech
Sep 13, 2013
Carriers start taking iPhone pre-orders
Competition for mobile phone vendors spikes as Japan's three top players begin taking pre-orders for Apple's latest iPhone, including NTT DoCoMo.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Media / Japan Pulse
Apr 1, 2013
April Fool's in Japan — the joke's on you
Bit by bit Japan is learning how to play the fool and play it well.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Japan Pulse
Dec 17, 2010
Glasses-free 3D bursting into focus soon
More eye-popping 3D products are set to hit the shelves of Japan soon, and look Ma, no silly glasses!
Japan Times
JAPAN / Media / Japan Pulse
May 25, 2010
Summer cell phones: which will make the biggest splash?
Among the new cell phones of summer, which will make the biggest splash?
Japan on edge but prepared for tsunami after huge Kamchatka earthquake
Police officers ask a man to evacuate from an empty beach following a tsunami warning, in Fujisawa, Kanagawa Prefecture, on Wednesday.
Japan to start new residency system for foreign workers
Students hoping to work in Japan attend a Japanese class at a job placement company in Hanoi in October 2022.
Last soldiers of Imperial Japanese Army have a warning for younger generations
Kunshiro Kiyozumi, 97, who was the youngest crew member of the Imperial Japanese Navy submarine I-58 in World War II, on his way to a restaurant to have lunch in Matsuyama, Japan, on April 29.
Japan marks highest-ever temperature of 41.2 C in Hyogo
Japan's temperature soared to a record 41.2 degrees Celsius in Tanba, Hyogo Prefecture, on Wednesday, surpassing the previous high of 41.1 C.
Japan should take all possible measures to raise wages, white paper says
Prolonged high prices for food and other goods have pushed down consumer sentiment and real wages, according to the Annual Report on the Japanese Economy and Public Finance for fiscal 2025.
Artist Chiharu Shiota weaves a hidden marvel on Teshima
“Memory of Lines” is Chiharu Shiota’s second art installation on Teshima as part of the Setouchi Triennale.
How the Japanese TV industry is changing
Fuji TV headquarters in Tokyo's Minato Ward. Fuji TV came under fire over the manner in which it handled a case of “sexual trouble” involving former boy band member Masahiro Nakai and a female announcer.
Last soldiers of Imperial Japanese Army have a warning for younger generations
Kunshiro Kiyozumi, 97, who was the youngest crew member of the Imperial Japanese Navy submarine I-58 in World War II, on his way to a restaurant to have lunch in Matsuyama, Japan, on April 29.
Why Ishiba refuses to quit even amid intense pressure for him to go
Supporters of Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba take part in a rally across the street from the Prime Minister's Office on Friday.
Behind the scenes at the Baseball Hall of Fame's new Yakyu/Baseball exhibit
“Yakyu / Baseball: The Transpacific Exchange of the Game” is set to remain on display in Cooperstown for at least five to 10 years — and possibly indefinitely.

Podcast

One of the many entrances to the Kabukicho neighborhood in Tokyo’s Shinjuku Ward.
Kabukicho: Tokyo’s ‘stadium of desire’

Longform

Ichiro Suzuki, one of the most iconic players in NPB and MLB history, was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame with 99.7% of the vote.
With Hall of Fame induction, Ichiro makes himself heard loud and clear
By Jason Coskrey

SUSTAINABLE JAPAN

Ishii Iron Works remakes self for workers, new energy
Ishii Iron Works remakes self for workers, new energy

SPECIAL SUPPLEMENTS note

Read more

SUPPLEMENTS BINDER