Mitsubishi Electric sued over harassment-linked suicide

Mitsubishi Electric sued over harassment-linked suicide

The family of a young man who took his life after apparently being harassed by his boss is suing Mitsubishi Electric for...

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New unlimited ride expressway passes target foreign tourists

New unlimited ride expressway passes target foreign tourists

Special new unlimited ride expressway passes target foreign tourists traveling by rental car in Japan.

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PM Abe calls snap election

PM Abe calls snap election

Prime Minister Shinzo Abe calls a snap election, seeking a fresh mandate and pledging a spending package of nearly $18 b...

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iPhone 8 on sale in Japan

iPhone 8 on sale in Japan

Japanese fans of Apple line up for a chance to buy the new iPhone 8.

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Dentsu admits to illegal overtime practices

Dentsu admits to illegal overtime practices

The head of Japan's biggest advertising agency admits the company engaged in illegal employment practices forcing employ...

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Death is an opportunity for growth

Death is an opportunity for growth

Death is generally considered something negative. But it can also provide the chance to reevaluate one's life...and for ...

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VR in focus at Tokyo Game Show

VR in focus at Tokyo Game Show

Virtual reality odors are among the offerings at this year's Tokyo Game Show.

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Inbound tourism on track for record year

Inbound tourism on track for record year

Japan is on track for a record year of inbound tourism as annual arrivals pass the 20-million mark.

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Toshiba to sell chip unit to 3-nation consortium

Toshiba to sell chip unit to 3-nation consortium

Toshiba decides to sell its semiconductor unit to a consortium of Japanese, US and South Korean firms.

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Instant noodle maker reveals 'mystery meat'

Instant noodle maker reveals 'mystery meat'

Japanese instant noodle maker Nissin reveals the ingredients of its so-called 'mystery meat.'

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