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Hitachi Announces EMIEW3, Cute Humanoid Robot For Customer Service
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JAPAN TRENDS
Hitachi has announced a new humanoid robot EMIEW3, set for production in 2018.
With a name inspired not by the similar-sounding bird but rather the word “excellent”, EMIEW3 enhances the technology and design of the previous two models in this robot series first presented in 2005.
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Hitachi has announced a new humanoid robot EMIEW3, set for production in 2018.
With a name inspired not by the similar-sounding bird but rather the word “excellent”, EMIEW3 enhances the technology and design of the previous two models in this robot series first presented in 2005.
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- April 13, 2016
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Drone Used For Infrastructure Checks Unveiled
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THE JAPAN NEWS
KARIYA, Aichi (Jiji Press) — Japanese auto parts maker Denso Corp. unveiled Friday a prototype of an industrial-use drone designed to check the safety of such infrastructure as bridges and tunnels.
By utilizing its sensor and motor technologies developed through its auto parts ma...
KARIYA, Aichi (Jiji Press) — Japanese auto parts maker Denso Corp. unveiled Friday a prototype of an industrial-use drone designed to check the safety of such infrastructure as bridges and tunnels.
By utilizing its sensor and motor technologies developed through its auto parts ma...
- April 13, 2016
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Japan, Canada set ‘Two-Plus-Two’ Meet in Tokyo in Bid to Strengthen Security Ties
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JAPAN TIMES
HIROSHIMA – Japan and Canada on Saturday agreed to hold a so-called two-plus-two meeting between the countries’ vice foreign and defense ministers on April 19 in Tokyo to strengthen bilateral security ties, the Foreign Ministry said.
Foreign Minister Fumio Kishida and his Canadian c...
HIROSHIMA – Japan and Canada on Saturday agreed to hold a so-called two-plus-two meeting between the countries’ vice foreign and defense ministers on April 19 in Tokyo to strengthen bilateral security ties, the Foreign Ministry said.
Foreign Minister Fumio Kishida and his Canadian c...
- April 12, 2016
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Minami Takahashi Leaves AKB48 After Last Live Show
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JAPAN TIMES
Minami Takahashi formally ended her career as a member of the all-girl pop group AKB48 on Friday, after performing in her last live show in Tokyo’s Akihabara district.
“I am just thankful to you … I was super happy,” the tearful Takahashi said in her closing remarks, looking back at...
Minami Takahashi formally ended her career as a member of the all-girl pop group AKB48 on Friday, after performing in her last live show in Tokyo’s Akihabara district.
“I am just thankful to you … I was super happy,” the tearful Takahashi said in her closing remarks, looking back at...
- April 12, 2016
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Adorable Cat-shaped Cakes Come Out To Play/Get Eaten in Tokyo
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ROCKET NEWS
Theme confectioner’s newest creations are so cute you could (and should) eat them right up.
Japan has long been of the mindset that food shouldn’t just be pleasing to the palate, but to the eyes as well. Add in the fact that sweet desserts and cute animals are two of the country’s f...
Theme confectioner’s newest creations are so cute you could (and should) eat them right up.
Japan has long been of the mindset that food shouldn’t just be pleasing to the palate, but to the eyes as well. Add in the fact that sweet desserts and cute animals are two of the country’s f...
- April 12, 2016
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Coca-Cola Vending Machines Offer Smartphone Stamp Rally With Free Drinks
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JAPAN TRENDS
Coca-Cola has announced the “sumaho” (smartphone) vending machine. Though the name suggests a vending machine that sells phones, it is actually one that connects with a smart device and a dedicated app called Coke ON.
Vending machines are a fact of life in Japan. Especially in th...
Coca-Cola has announced the “sumaho” (smartphone) vending machine. Though the name suggests a vending machine that sells phones, it is actually one that connects with a smart device and a dedicated app called Coke ON.
Vending machines are a fact of life in Japan. Especially in th...
- April 11, 2016
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New Frappuccino From Starbucks Japan to Offer a Piece of Melon Heaven!
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ROCKET NEWS
Sweet, fruity bliss is coming to Starbucks Japan again, this time in cantaloupe flavor!
If you love fruit, then Starbucks Japan’s latest Frappuccino drink, set to come out next week, should make your mouth water in sweet anticipation. Starting on April 13, they’ll be offering the “C...
Sweet, fruity bliss is coming to Starbucks Japan again, this time in cantaloupe flavor!
If you love fruit, then Starbucks Japan’s latest Frappuccino drink, set to come out next week, should make your mouth water in sweet anticipation. Starting on April 13, they’ll be offering the “C...
- April 11, 2016
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Japan’s Biggest Curry Chain Now Offers a True Vegetarian Curry
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Coco Ichibanya rolls out a new curry roux in select locations to better serve its health-conscious and non-Japanese clientele.
Curry is one of Japan’s favorite comfort foods, and you can find restaurants specializing in the spicy dish all over the country. Few of them do it as well ...
Coco Ichibanya rolls out a new curry roux in select locations to better serve its health-conscious and non-Japanese clientele.
Curry is one of Japan’s favorite comfort foods, and you can find restaurants specializing in the spicy dish all over the country. Few of them do it as well ...
- April 9, 2016
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Fingerprints To Be Tested As ‘Currency’
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THE JAPAN NEWS
The Yomiuri Shimbun
Starting this summer, the government will test a system in which foreign tourists will be able to verify their identities and buy things at stores using only their fingerprints.
The government hopes to increase the number of foreign tourists by using the syste...
The Yomiuri Shimbun
Starting this summer, the government will test a system in which foreign tourists will be able to verify their identities and buy things at stores using only their fingerprints.
The government hopes to increase the number of foreign tourists by using the syste...
- April 9, 2016
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Japanese Fashion Label’s Samurai Chino Pants Are On The Move Again With New Colors
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ROCKET NEWS
Because a true master swordsman recognizes the importance of skillful color coordination.
Late last year, Japanese kimono maker Kokichi decided to give a modern update to hakama, the billowy pats worn by samurai during the country’s centuries-long feudal period. By blending the styl...
Because a true master swordsman recognizes the importance of skillful color coordination.
Late last year, Japanese kimono maker Kokichi decided to give a modern update to hakama, the billowy pats worn by samurai during the country’s centuries-long feudal period. By blending the styl...
- April 9, 2016
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