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YAMAHA MOTOR CO

Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Aug 6, 2021
Yamaha wants to put the vroom-vroom back into electric vehicles
The company is crafting a range of soundscapes to replicate the noise an internal combustion engine car makes upon acceleration.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jan 24, 2019
Japanese firms hopping on ride-hailing bandwagon in Southeast Asia
Japanese firms are involved in a clash of titans that is expected to intensify this year between two successful ride-hailing startups in Southeast Asia.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Nov 7, 2018
Pleasure boat industry bids to attract young people with services and cheaper activities
The pleasure boat industry is putting greater effort into attracting young people and women to its services and events, including boat-sharing offered at cheaper prices.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Aug 9, 2018
Suzuki, Mazda and Yamaha Motor join Japan's growing list of data-faking firms
The firms conducted improper tests on vehicles, the transport ministry said, adding to a growing list of data falsifications that have tarnished the image of Japan's manufacturing industry.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Jul 24, 2018
Honda and Yamaha bet on hybrid models in Thai motorcycle market
Honda Motor Co. and Yamaha Motor Co., the world's two major motorcycle makers, are betting on hybrid scooters in Thailand as the vehicles continue to receive growing global attention.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Feb 6, 2018
Demand for electric bikes in Japan still brisk 25 years after Yamaha Motor's first model
Electric bicycles are enjoying brisk demand as they mark the 25th anniversary this year since the first model was released in 1993.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Oct 5, 2016
Honda, Yamaha in talks on moped tie-up
Honda Motor Co. and Yamaha Motor Co. have begun talks on a business tie-up for their moped units. The market for 50 cubic centimeter scooters in Japan is shrinking.
JAPAN / Crime & Legal
Sep 10, 2015
Woman found apparently slain in Jakarta flat identified as new Japanese employee of Yamaha
A woman found apparently slain Monday in a Jakarta apartment has been identified as a 28-year-old Japanese who lived in the unit, a local police officer said.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Dec 18, 2013
Yamaha to move up entry into auto market
The president of Yamaha Motor Co. wants to bring forward its entry into the four-wheel auto market from the currently targeted 2020.
No link to Nankai Trough quake seen after temblor in Shikoku
Satoshi Harada from the Meteorological Agency explains about the magnitude 6.6 earthquake during a news conference early Thursday.
Why hasn't Japan moved to prop up the weak yen?
Finance Minister Shunichi Suzuki speaks to reporters in Tokyo on Tuesday.
Sex differences could be key to the successful treatment of long COVID
A new study has found that women with long COVID had significantly lower levels of testosterone compared to those who had recovered from their infection.
U.S. deploys midrange missile system in Indo-Pacific for first time
A U.S. Army Mid-Range Capability (MRC) Launcher arrives as part of the capability’s first deployment into theater on Northern Luzon, Philippines, April 8.
Inbound tourism numbers hit record high, with Japan set to achieve 2025 goal
Tourists in Kyoto on Saturday. Japan saw a record 3.08 million foreign visitors in March.
'House of the Owl' brings Hollywood values to Japanese TV
In the new Disney+ series “House of the Owl,” Min Tanaka (left) plays a powerful political fixer, or “kuromaku,” who has a troubled relationship with his adult children, particularly his idealistic son, played by Mackenyu.
Benefits and risks: AUKUS looks to take gamble on Japan
U.S. President Joe Biden, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and British leader Rishi Sunak deliver remarks on the AUKUS partnership, after a trilateral meeting, at Naval Base Point Loma in San Diego in March last year.
Kyoto’s demon night parade lives to haunt another day
In a Kyoto long past, the "hyakki yagyō" (100 demon night parade) haunted a sleepy corner of Kyoto. Now, one enterprising monster enthusiast has won a small batttle to keep the march alive.
U.S. deploys midrange missile system in Indo-Pacific for first time
A U.S. Army Mid-Range Capability (MRC) Launcher arrives as part of the capability’s first deployment into theater on Northern Luzon, Philippines, April 8.

Podcast

From easily navigable train stations to the helpfulness of its municipal staff, Tokyo has earned high praise for its commitment to accessibility for disabled travelers.
[Rebroadcast] Japan is doing better on accessibility than you may think

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Historically, kabuki was considered the entertainment of the merchant and peasant classes, a far cry from how it is regarded today.
For Japan's oldest kabuki theater, the show must go on
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