Live up to words of remorse about history, Seoul tells Tokyo
December 19, 2005Extract not available.
Japan to merge small towns and villages to cut costs
December 19, 2005Extract not available.
American beef returns to Japanese tables
December 19, 2005Extract not available.
The early bird gets the $149 Toshiba laptop
December 19, 2005It wasn't a typo. CompUSA on Sunday sold a Toshiba notebook for $149.99, after $550 in rebates and an agreement to subscribe to America Online for a year.
Japan outlines trim $690bn budget
December 19, 2005A blueprint of the initial budget for the year beginning next April issued by the Ministry of Finance totalled 79.69 trillion yen, down 3 percent from this year's 82.18 trillion yen.
Wal-Mart takes control of Japanese chain
December 19, 2005Wal-Mart has taken control of struggling Japanese retail chain Seiyu and has appointed a former Wal-Mart executive as CEO in a bid to bring back consumers to the stores.
Japan police stage raids as quake scandal grows
December 19, 2005Extract not available.
Kobe, Joe Johnson earn NBA weekly honors
December 19, 2005WASHIGNTON, Dec. 19 (Xinhuanet) -- Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant and Atlanta Hawks guard Joe Johnson were named as the NBA's top players for the week ending December 18.
Point of View/ Oscar Arias: Poor countries the losers if Japan expands SDF
December 19, 2005Better qualified experts than I will explain why changing Japan's Constitution to officially recognize its military will increase tensions with China and the two Koreas.
Editorial/ BOJ's monetary policy
December 19, 2005As signs are growing that the nation's economic health has improved, the question of when the Bank of Japan should end its exceptionally easy credit policy is stirring a bitter debate among policy-makers.
Honda Says U.S. Sales May Rise 4 Percent Next Year on New Vehicle Models
December 19, 200520 (Bloomberg) -- Honda Motor Co., Japan's third- largest automaker, said its auto sales may rise 4 percent next year in the U.S., helped by demand for its redesigned Civic and other new vehicles.
Nikkei 225 and Topix Rise For Second Day; Mitsubishi Estate Paces Advance
December 19, 200520 (Bloomberg) -- Japanese stocks rose, paced by property shares such as Mitsubishi Estate Co., after the Nihon Keizai newspaper said American International Group Inc. will spend more than $3.4 billion to buy property in central Tokyo. ''
Koizumi's reform a blow to JMA
December 19, 2005The government's decision Sunday to cut medical treatment fees was seen as the latest maneuver in Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi's campaign of revenge against those who opposed his postal reform legislation, sources said.
Nissan to sell Infiniti in China in 2007
December 19, 2005BEIJING, Dec. 20 -- Nissan Motor Co. said yesterday it would begin selling cars under its Infiniti premium brand in China with five to 10 dealerships by the end of 2007.
Koizumi: Abe a major candidate for PM
December 19, 2005TOKYO, Dec. 19 (Xinhuanet) -- Japanese Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi Monday called Chief Cabinet Secretary Shinzo Abe a major candidate to succeed him as premier next year.
Japan triples assistance to US military in 2004
December 19, 2005TOKYO, Dec. 20 (Xinhuanet) -- Japan's Self-Defense Forces (SDF) has more than tripled the number of assistance to the US military in nine months of 2004 than in all fiscal 2003, the Asahi Shimbun reported Tuesday, quoting Japan's Defense Agency.
Solar Cells Produced by Honda
December 19, 2005On Monday, Honda Motor Co.
JPMorgan Boosts Its Dollar and Euro Forecasts Against Yen on Rate Outlook
December 19, 200520 (Bloomberg) -- JPMorgan Chase & Co. raised its dollar and euro forecasts versus the yen for 2006, saying the Bank of Japan will keep interest rates near zero even with the onset of inflation in the world's second-biggest economy.
Japan to Cut Bond Sales for First Time in Nine Years on Tax Receipt Gains
December 19, 200520 (Bloomberg) -- Japan, the world's biggest sovereign debtor, will sell fewer bonds through auctions in the year starting April for the first time in nine years as economic growth boosts tax receipts and the government cuts spending.
Honda Says 2005 Unit Sales Probably Rose 5 Percent on China and Europe
December 19, 200520 (Bloomberg) -- Honda Motor Co., Japan's third- largest automaker, said its global auto sales likely rose 5 percent in 2005, helped by demand from China and Europe.
Sumitomo Seika on track with Singapore expansion
December 19, 2005Extract not available.
Japanese components maker opens new China unit
December 19, 200519 Dec 2005, 18:21 GMT - The new company, officially named Omron Automotive Electronics Company (OAG), will initially employ approximately 80 staff and start producing keyless entry systems and power window controllers from January 2006.
RPT-FOREX-Dollar builds on gains vs yen in thinning trade
December 19, 2005Traders said that trade was thinning as market players close positions ahead of the year-end holidays, pinning currencies in ranges. '
AngusSourceSM Can Be An Avenue For Beef To Japan
December 19, 2005AngusSourceSM Can Be An Avenue For To JapanAverage reader rating: 0 12/19/2005
Honda to make home solar cells
December 19, 2005TOKYO - Honda Motor Co said Monday it will start mass-producing solar cells for use in houses in the latter half of 2007, becoming the first carmaker to produce and sell solar cells in a full-fledged manner.
Yahoo, Softbank start video service
December 19, 2005TOKYO - Yahoo Japan Corp and its parent Softbank Corp, two of Japan's major Internet firms, on Monday launched a new portal for distributing some 100,000 video items via the Internet. ,
Gold Rises in New York as Tokyo Exchange Says It Will Lower Trading Costs
December 19, 200519 (Bloomberg) -- Gold rose in New York for the first session in five after the Tokyo Commodities Exchange said it plans to lower margins for gold contracts, reducing the cost of buying the precious metal.
Nissan VQ Engine Makes Ward's 10-Best Engines List for 2006; Versatile Powerplant Receives Award for 12th Stra
December 19, 2005It is the only engine that has been part of the list every year the award has been presented. The versatile VQ powerplant is offered in a variety of Nissan and Infiniti vehicles for the 2006 model year in the United States.
Japan plans Google rival
December 19, 2005Extract not available.
Japanese government seeking advice on whether to launch Internet search engine
December 19, 2005and Yahoo Inc. dominate the market.
Softbank, Yahoo Japan Launch Video Content Service
December 19, 2005Extract not available.
Japan venture plans Web TV
December 19, 2005TOKYO Softbank and Yahoo Japan said Monday that they had formed a company to broadcast television programs via the Internet, taking advantage of the growing number of Japanese users with high-speed Internet connections.
goo Research Surveys 40,000 Japanese on HIV and AIDS
December 19, 2005The survey, which was conducted between November 25 to December 1 via the Internet, received valid responses from 38,474 Japanese.
Medinet, University of Tokyo Hospital Jointly Undertake Animal Experiments for Immune Cell Therapy
December 19, 2005Extract not available.
Chugai Pharmaceutical Now Features Disease Information Website in Japanese
December 19, 2005Extract not available.
Japan Lifeline Launches Improved PTCA Balloon Catheter
December 19, 2005Extract not available.
Nomura Completes Acquisition of European Investment Banking Firm Code Securities
December 19, 2005Extract not available.
Microsoft's Xbox outgamed in Japan
December 19, 2005TOKYO In the United States, the Xbox 360, Microsoft's video game console, has been so popular it is hard to keep on store shelves. But in the Tokyo neighborhood of Akihabara, known as Electronics Town, there are plenty of the sleek white machines.
Japanese government considers launching Internet search engine
December 19, 2005and Yahoo Inc. dominate the market.
Party Congresses open in Cao Bang, Bac Kan, Hung Yen
December 19, 2005Mr Khai pointed to the fact that there are disparities between the rich and the poor among regions, especially ethnic people living in mountainous and Central Highlands regions.
Honda Motor to mass produce next-generation solar cells
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Fujitsu to expand India operations
December 19, 2005BANGALORE: Fujitsu, provider of customer-focused information technology and communications solutions, has worked out a strategy to expand its India operations i
JAPAN: Japan plans own Internet search engine
December 19, 2005A study group would meet this month with participation from more than 20 companies and universities, said the information policy official at the trade ministry.
TAIWAN: Women warned about fake 'job in Japan' ads
December 19, 2005The youngest from Taiwan was 19, while the oldest was 53, with many of the women in their thirties, the officials said.
Alltel Offers Sony Music Box MusicTones, Ringtones for Holidays; Give the Gift of Music with New Axcess Gift C
December 19, 2005Extract not available.
Bridgestone subsidiary sues U.S. golf ball maker over patent violation
December 19, 2005Tokyo-based golf goods maker Bridgestone Sports Co., a unit of Japan's largest tire maker Bridgestone Corp., on Monday sued U.S. golf ball manufacturer Acushnet Co. for allegedly infringing its golf ball patents, a news report said.
Sony will refund Chinese consumers who bought digital cameras that failed inspection
December 19, 2005By Rachael Chen Shanghai. December 19.
Nissan invites Chinese to sell Infiniti
December 19, 2005BEIJING - Nissan Motor Co on Monday began inviting car dealers in China to sell cars under the Infiniti line in its first step to launch the luxury brand there, the company said.
Standard Life upbeat on Japan's 2006 prospects
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Need to find an Xbox 360? Buy a ticket to Tokyo
December 19, 2005TOKYO--In the United States, Microsoft's Xbox 360 video game console has been so popular, it is hard to keep on store shelves.
Tokyos Lip Service
December 19, 2005But the major impediment to the development of ties is Japans Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumis vow to continue his visit to the Yasukuni Shrine to pay tribute to the 2.5 million Japans war dead honored there.
Tokyo's Lip Service
December 19, 2005But the major impediment to the development of ties is Japan's Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi's vow to continue his visit to the Yasukuni Shrine to pay tribute to the 2.5 million Japan's war dead honored there.
Gold rallies as Japanese buyers return
December 19, 2005Gold rallies as Japanese buyers return Gold rose as much as 1.
NTT DoCoMo and KT Freetel Target 3G W-CDMA
December 19, 2005Extract not available.
Japanese Remain Upbeat on Economy
December 19, 2005The Cabinet Office's economic report for December kept the same language as in its previous reports for the fifth straight month, affirming that the economy was 'recovering at a moderate pace.'
Taiwanese duped by fake 'job in Japan' ads
December 19, 2005News Officials of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in Japan said police in Taiwan and Japan had rescued 100 women, 99 from Taiwan and one from Macau, who fell victim to human...
Sumitomo Tabs Ikanos for 100 Mbps Symmetrical VDSL Chipsets
December 19, 2005TechZones: Carrier Services Sumitomo Tabs Ikanos for 100 Mbps Symmetrical VDSL Chipsets Ikanos Wares Selected for Increased Upstream Performance by Bob Wallace Mon, December 19. 2005 Ikanos Communications, Inc.
Korea Urges Japan to Act on Promises
December 19, 2005Foreign Minister Ban Ki-moon on Monday called on Japanese politicians to take a more correct view of history and to act on their words in light of the 40th anniversary of diplomatic ties between Korea and Japan.
Honda Announces Solar Cell Mass-Production By 2007
December 19, 2005Christina Ficara - All Headline News Staff Reporter Tokyo, Japan (AHN) - Honda Motor Co. announces plans to start mass-producing solar cells in 2007, amidst the growing demand for environmentally friendly energy sources.
Japan to sponsor Google search rival
December 19, 2005The Japanese government has unveiled a plan to develop its own internet search engine in a bid to loosen Google's grip on the web.
Honda to mass-produce solar cells
December 19, 2005Japan's third-biggest automaker said Monday that it will build a new factory for solar cells on the site of a car plant in Kumamoto prefecture, on the southwestern Japanese island of Kyushu.
Japan to trim JGB issuance below $260 billion next fiscal year
December 19, 2005(MENAFN) Japanese government officials said that the country is set to reduce new government bond issuance to below $260 billion in the next fiscal year, a sign of progress in controlling the state's swelling debt, AP reported. $
Huge Crowds Greet Erics Arrival in Tokyo
December 19, 2005There were chaotic scenes at Tokyos Narita Airport on Sunday when some 1,000 fans mobbed K-pop star Eric on arrival there. Eric, born Moon Jung-hyuk, arrived at the airport at 2 p.m.
Japan reports first coring operations of CHIKYU
December 19, 2005Successful performance results are now available for the Blow Out Preventer (BOP) handling System Integration Test (SIT). Dr.
Honda's new business venture: solar power
December 19, 2005TOKYO - Describing itself as "the first automaker to enter into solar cell business," Honda Motor Co.
Here's the beef! U.S. meat returns to Japan
December 19, 2005The planned feasts followed a barrage of limited shipments over the weekend triggered by the Japanese government's long-awaited decision last week to ease an embargo on U.S. beef imposed in December 2003 because of mad cow fears.
U.S. Beef Back in Japan After 2-Year Ban
December 19, 2005TOKYO -- Released from a two-year ban over mad cow fears, American beef sizzled once again on Japanese grills Monday, debuting at a popular barbecue chain and a private banquet put on by U.S. producers.
FOREX-Yen slips as Japan's low rates back in focus
December 19, 2005The yen has been under pressure as interest rate differentials between Japan and other developed countries -- especially the United States -- widened, prompting investors to sell yen for other high-yielding currencies.
Japan's Koizumi travels in eclectic style
December 19, 2005Extract not available.
Koizumi, Abe weigh in on Asada
December 19, 2005TOKYO - Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi voiced hope Monday that teen figure skater Mao Asada will be able to compete in the upcoming Winter Olympics, though the latest Grand Prix Final victor is barred from the games by an age limit. '
Roh visit to Japan this month 'not in situation to materialize'
December 19, 2005Roh visit to Japan this month 'not in situation to materialize' TOKYO, Dec.
Koizumi calls Abe 'major' candidate to succeed him next year
December 19, 2005Koizumi calls Abe 'major' candidate to succeed him next year TOKYO, Dec. 19 KYODO Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi on Monday played up Chief Cabinet Secretary Shinzo Abe as a ''major'' candidate to succeed him as premier next year. ''
Figure skating: Koizumi hopes Asada to skate in Turin Olympics
December 19, 2005Figure skating: Koizumi hopes Asada to skate in Turin Olympics TOKYO, Dec.
The beef is back: U.S. meat debuts at banquets, barbecue restaurants in Japan
December 19, 2005Released from a two-year-long ban over mad cow fears, American beef headed back to Japanese grills on Monday, with the imported meat set to appear at a popular barbecue chain and a private banquet put on by U.S. producers.
SKorean minister urges Japanese leaders to live up to words of remorse on history
December 19, 2005SEOUL -- South Korea's foreign minister on Monday issued a terse response to a recent overture from Tokyo aimed at easing tensions stemming from Japan's colonial rule over Korea.
Japanese government maintains economy outlook unchanged in December
December 19, 2005The Japanese government remained upbeat about the economy in its latest monthly report Monday, upgrading its view of industrial production, citing a steady manufacturing expansion and a sunny outlook for output.
Japan's three top oil companies agree to cooperate in oil, gas exploration
December 19, 2005Japan's three major oil companies -- Nippon Oil, Teikoku Oil and Inpex -- agreed Monday to seek cooperation in oil and gas exploration and production business abroad. Nippon Oil Corp.,
Prime Minister Koizumi cheers for Asada
December 19, 2005Cheering for Japanese teenager Mao Asada who won the Grand Prix series final over the weekend, Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi said Monday he wants to see the country's underage star's performance at the Turin Olympics. '
Japan to slash budget to below 80 trillion yen for first time in eight years
December 19, 2005The ministry's draft budget for the next fiscal year is set to shrink 2.5 trillion yen from this year's initial budget to 79.7 trillion yen, marking the first decrease in four years, Finance Minister Sadakazu Tanigaki said Monday. '
Quality of Japanese cameras questioned by Zhejiang gov't
December 19, 2005China questions quality of Japanese cameras TOKYO - Two digital cameras produced by Japan's Pentax Corporation have been included on a list of 13 cameras that Chinese authorities have cited for quality flaws, it was learned December 16.
American Beef Returns to Japanese Grills
December 19, 2005By JOSEPH COLEMAN TOKYO - Released from a two-year-long ban over mad cow fears, American beef headed back to Japanese grills on Monday, with the imported meat set to appear at a popular barbecue chain and a private banquet put on by U.S.
Japanese Stocks Rise, Dollar Higher Vs Yen
December 19, 2005TOKYO Japan's main stock index- climbed Monday as traders looked for bargains after the Nikkei dropped for three days through Friday. The U.S. dollar rose against the yen.
S. Korean FM urges Japanese leaders to face history
December 19, 2005Korean FM urges Japanese leaders to face history South Korean foreign minister Monday urged Japanese leaders face up to Japan's aggression past and pursue future-oriented policies. '
Koizumi meets youths joining Southeast Asia Youth Ship project
December 19, 2005Extract not available.
Japan to set FY 2006 budget at 79.7 tril. yen, lowest in 8 yrs
December 19, 2005Extract not available.
American Beef Returns to Japan Grills
December 19, 2005TOKYO -- Released from a two-year-long ban over mad cow fears, American beef headed back to Japanese grills on Monday, with the imported meat set to appear at a popular barbecue chain and a private banquet put on by U.S. producers.
Japan to cut medical services budget
December 19, 2005Japan aims to save $2 billion by cutting public expenditure on medical treatment by 3.16 percent, the largest ever reduction, the Yomiuri Shimbun said Monday. Public outlay for medicines will be cut by 1.8 percent.
Japan to waive visas for South Koreans
December 19, 2005Japan's land, infrastructure and transport minister, Kazui Kitagawa, said the visa waiver would begin in February when the current temporary exemption expires.
Two investors reap millions from bungled J-Com trade on Tokyo exchange
December 19, 2005TOKYO -- Two individual Japanese investors made a combined 2.56-billion ($25.7-million) buying J-Com Co. shares after a wrong sell order by Mizuho Securities Co. on J-Com's exchange debut, Dec. 8.
Ban urges Japanese leaders to face the future with historical truth
December 19, 2005From news reports Foreign Minister Ban Ki-moon said yesterday that Japanese leaders should face up to their history and pursue future-oriented policies. '
Japanese POS terminals open to Chinese card holders
December 19, 2005The Shanghai-based China Union Pay said it had hosted the opening ceremony in Tokyo together with its Japanese partner--the Sumitomo Mitsui Credit Card Firm.
Softbank, Yahoo Japan launch web movie joint venture
December 19, 2005Softbank, Yahoo Japan launch web movie joint venture First posted 06:05pm (Mla time) Dec 19, 2005 Agence France-Presse Subscribe to Breaking News alerts, send ON EXTRA BREAKING to 2207 for Globe, or send EXTRA BREAKING to 386 for Smart.
Japan to set budget at 80t yen, first fall in 4 years: report
December 19, 2005TOKYO : The Japanese government plans to set the next fiscal year's state budget at around 80 trillion yen (692 billion dollars), the first contraction in four years, in a move to rein in spending.
Japan sees deflation ending next year but growth to slow
December 19, 2005TOKYO : Japan will see its first increase in consumer prices in eight years in the year to March 2007 although economic growth will slow to 1.9 percent from a five-year high of 2.7 percent this fiscal year, the government said.
Xbox 360 Japan: 44,000 sales
December 19, 2005Microsoft's Xbox 360 console sold just under 44,000 units in its first two days on sale in Japan, a market research company said Friday.
Newey held Honda talks
December 19, 2005Newey held Honda talks 19/12/2005 11:02 That is the revelation of the Brackley based team's Nick Fry, who said Newey - McLaren's long time and highly rated technical director - had talks with his Honda counterpart Geoff Willis.
Japanese newsman meets missing woman's family
December 19, 2005Japanese broadcast journalist, Hideki Akiyama, who was told by US army deserter Charles Jenkins that he saw one of the missing Malaysian women in North Korea between 1980 and 1981, flew in for an interview with her family on Friday.
UPDATE 3-Japan sees chance deflation to end in FY06/07
December 19, 2005The forecast comes as government and Bank of Japan officials debate how to gauge an end to deflation, with the central bank considering an exit from its ultra-easy monetary policy next year.
Japan market: LCD TVs a hot item on to-buy lists
December 19, 2005Interest in desktop PCs was at the same level as LCD TVs, while DVD players and notebook computers were also popular choices.
Koizumi to Cut Spending to Eight-Year Low, Reduce New Bond Sales in Budget
December 19, 200519 (Bloomberg) -- Japan's Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi will cut government spending to the lowest in eight years to reduce the deficit in his last budget before retiring in September 2006.
The beef is back: U.S. meat debuts at banquets, barbecue restaurants in Japan(updated 02:27 p.m.)
December 19, 2005Released from a two-year-long ban over mad cow fears, American beef headed back to Japanese grills on Monday, with the imported meat set to appear at a popular barbecue chain and a private banquet put on by U.S. producers.
Japan Predicts End to Deflation Next Fiscal Year, Economic Growth to Slow
December 19, 200519 (Bloomberg) -- Japan joined the central bank in predicting an end to more than seven years of deflation in the 12 months starting April 1, the government said, as increased demand enables companies to raise prices.
Mitsui Chem to fully-own Yamamoto Chem
December 19, 2005Extract not available.
S.Korean urges Japanese leaders to face history
December 19, 2005SEOUL, Dec. 19 (Xinhuanet) -- South Korean foreign minister Monday urged Japanese leaders face up to Japan's aggression past and pursue future-oriented policies. '
Japan's Daihatsu expects 20 pct rise in 2006 output
December 19, 2005(Adds details, background) TOKYO, Dec 19 (Reuters) - Japan's Daihatsu Motor Co. ( 7262.T: Quote, Profile, Research), the minivehicle arm of Toyota Motor Corp. (
Japan's Economy Is Recovering on Corporate Spending, Cabinet Office Says
December 19, 200519 (Bloomberg) -- Japan's economy is gradually recovering as major corporations increase investments, the government said in its December economic report. The overall assessment was left unchanged for a fourth month. ''
Heavy snow covers Nagoya
December 19, 2005A low-pressure system also dumped heavy snow in many areas across the nation, with 60 cm of snow falling in the city of Maizuru in Kyoto Prefecture.
Carmakers lead gains in Tokyo stocks
December 19, 2005Carmakers lead gains in Tokyo stocks The strong performance of exporters such as carmakers boosted the Nikkei 225 on Monday morning, but the bank-heavy Topix remained virtually unchanged - dragged down by weakness of most domestic sectors.
Koizumi rules out consumption tax hike in FY 2007
December 19, 2005TOKYO - Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi said Monday the government will not raise the 5% consumption tax rate in fiscal 2007.
Dollar hits 7-week low vs yen, recovers
December 19, 2005Extract not available.
Japan plans own Internet search engine
December 19, 2005TOKYO : Japan's government, high-tech firms and universities will team up to develop their own Internet search technology, an official said, amid soaring profits for US giant Google.
Sony On Track to Double PSP Sales
December 19, 2005The sharp screen on the paperback-sized video game device has won over movie fans, fortifying a solid debut.
Nissan Infiniti SUV Rated Worst Car of 2005
December 19, 2005Lynda Fisher - All Headline News Staff Writer New York, New York (AHN) - Using data released by Consumer Reports, Forbes Magazine has rated the Nissan Infiniti QX sport utility vehicle as the worst car of 2005.
Heavy snow claims nine lives in Japan
December 19, 2005TOKYO : Record snowfall blanketed parts of Japan over the weekend killing at least nine people and disrupting transport, with the weather agency warning on Monday that more snow was on the way.
Sony To Double PSP Sales
December 19, 2005The sharp screen on the paperback-sized video game device has won over movie fans, fortifying a solid debut.
Honda says to mass-produce solar cells from 2007
December 19, 2005Honda says to mass-produce solar cells from 2007 Reuters TOKYO - Honda Motor Co. said on Monday it plans to start mass-producing solar cells in 2007, eyeing growing demand for environmentally friendly energy sources.
Japan to give duty-free access for 98% of poor countries' goods
December 19, 2005Japan to give duty-free access for 98% of poor countries' goods HONG KONG, Dec.
Koizumi says gov't won't raise consumption tax in FY 2007
December 19, 2005Koizumi says gov't won't raise consumption tax in FY 2007 TOKYO, Dec. 19 KYODO Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi said Monday the government is unlikely to raise the 5 percent consumption tax rate in fiscal 2007. ''
Suntory hit with back taxes on 760 million yen in undeclared income
December 19, 2005Suntory hit with back taxes on 760 million yen in undeclared income OSAKA, Dec. 19 KYODO Osaka tax authorities have determined after a tax audit that the beverages maker Suntory Ltd.
Women warned about fake 'job in Japan' ads
December 19, 2005The youngest from Taiwan was 19, while the oldest was 53, with many of the women in their thirties, the officials said.
Australian Dollar Advances as Drop in Japanese Yen Spurs Demand for Yield
December 19, 200519 (Bloomberg) -- Australia's dollar gained as a decline in the yen today prompted investors to borrow in Japan and invest in the higher-yielding assets of Asia-Pacific's fifth biggest economy.
Weighty loot trips up geriatric Japanese thief
December 19, 2005The 70-year-old man walked into a post office in the city of Kawagoe, just north of Tokyo, late on Friday and poured liquid over the floor, saying he would set off an explosion if he wasn't given money.
Japanese Government Bonds Erase Gain as Nikkei 225 Stock Average Advances
December 19, 200519 (Bloomberg) -- Japan's 10-year government bonds erased gains after the Nikkei 225 Stock Average extended its advance, crimping demand for debt. ''
Personal Handyphone Services in Japan has increased 20 times to over 70 million subscribers
December 19, 2005Extract not available.
Sony admits camera problems
December 19, 2005Sony China has released two statements in less than a week on its underperforming digital cameras.
Japan says to cut JGB issuance in FY06/07
December 19, 2005'I think we can break down the barrier of 30 trillion yen,' Finance Minister Sadakazu Tanigaki told reporters when asked about new Japanese government bond (JGB) issuance for the next fiscal year from April.
Sichuan FAW Toyota built its first hybrid
December 19, 2005Sichuan FAW Toyota Motor (SFTM) has built its first Prius hybrid passenger vehicle from a CKD kit at SFTM Chanchun Fengyue in Changchun City, Jilin Province, PR China.