Nissan and Microsoft Create Video Game Car
December 28, 2005pnewhook writes 'The Register reports that Microsoft and Nissan have created the first integrated gaming system within a vehicle. Not just in the vehicle, but the vehicle becomes part of the gaming system.
Koizumi: ties with China, ROK 'important'
December 28, 2005Japanese Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi on Wednesday said the relations with China and South Korea are 'important.' ' China and South are both Japan's important and friendly neighbors.
Japan assures support to AP projects
December 28, 2005Mr Kyuma said he was very much impressed with IT development in Hyderabad. Stating that the ORR project was very important, he offered to support the project.
Tokyo pushes full steam ahead
December 28, 2005plans to spend 100 billion yen ($848 million) to modernize its 3,400 domestic car showrooms next year in a bid to spark interest amid sluggish sales, the Nihon Keizai Shimbun reported.
U.S., Europe, Japan end tapping of oil reserves
December 28, 2005WASHINGTON -- The United States, Europe and Japan recently stopped releasing oil and gasoline from their strategic reserves as fuel prices retreated from record post-hurricane highs.
Hitachi, two rivals mull joint chip firm
December 28, 2005TOKYO - Japan's Hitachi Ltd. and two rival chip makers said on Wednesday they may jointly produce cutting-edge chips to better compete with fat-pocketed competitors such as world No.
Hitachi Miniature Hard Drives Becoming Desirable
December 28, 2005Hitachi Global Storage Technologies today announced that its Microdrive 3K6 product is a 'girl's best friend' based on a survey conducted by Consumers Electronics Association (CEA) Market Research.
Asian Stocks Advance on U.S. Consumer Confidence; Toyota and Samsung Climb
December 28, 200529 (Bloomberg) -- Asian stocks rose, with Japan's Nikkei 225 Stock Average set for its biggest annual advance since 1986. Toyota Motor Corp. and Samsung Electronics Co. climbed to records after reports showed U.S.
Yoshinoya, CSK, Tokai, Sumco, Shimamura, Ichinen: Japanese Equity Movers
December 28, 200529 (Bloomberg) -- The following stocks are moving in Japanese markets. Prices are as of the 11 a.m. morning close at the Tokyo Stock Exchange. Stock symbols are in parentheses after company names. Advanced Technology and Systems Co. (
Japanese carmakers aim for dual segments
December 28, 2005JAPAN'S carmakers are adopting a two-pronged approach to sales in their home market: one for the rich and one for the poor. Toyota Motor Corp, the world's largest carmaker by value started selling its luxury brand Lexus domestically this year.
Dollar hits 2-week high vs yen after US consumer data
December 28, 2005Extract not available.
Koizumi says ties with China, S.Korea important
December 28, 2005Koizumi says ties with China, S.Korea important ese Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi on Wednesday said the relations with China and South Korea are 'important.' ' China and South are both Japan's important and friendly neighbors.
Hitachi, rivals may team up
December 28, 2005TOKYO, Wed: Japan's Hitachi Ltd and two rival chipmakers said today they may jointly produce cutting-edge chips to better compete with fat-pocketed competitors such as world No. 1 producer Intel Corp.
Sharp Mulls Lifting LCD Output Capacity At Japan Plant
December 28, 2005TOKYO -(Dow Jones)- Sharp Corp. ( 6753.TO) said Thursday it is considering increasing output capacity at its flagship liquid crystal display panel plant in Japan to meet soaring global demand for LCD TVs. '
Japanese whalers give Greenpeace the slip
December 28, 2005SYDNEY : Japanese harpooners slipped away from Greenpeace anti-whaling activists under cover of a storm in the Southern Ocean, the environmental group's team leader said.
Skymark may fly to China, Taiwan on Tokyo expansion
December 28, 2005Skymark Airlines Co., a Japanese low-fare carrier which was forced to cancel unprofitable domestic routes, may start overseas flights from Tokyo after Haneda airport's planned expansion in 2009. '
Companies planning Japan chip foundry
December 28, 2005Hitachi Ltd., Toshiba Corp. and Renesas Technology Corp. are looking into building Japan's first factory to supply made-to-order computer chips to compete against rivals such as Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co.
NEC seeks ties in cellphones, chips
December 28, 2005NEC Corp. said Tuesday that within half a year it would map out a concrete strategy for business tie-ups on cellphones and would decide on potential joint production of microchips in the next 18 months.
Koizumi wants to mend China-Japan ties
December 28, 2005BEIJING, Dec. 29 -- Japanese Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi said on Wednesday he would strive to develop friendly ties with China in 2006, after a year in which relations with that country hit their lowest in decades.
Bridgestone synthetic rubber plant for China
December 28, 2005TOKYO, Thurs: Bridgestone Corp, Japan's top tyre maker, said yesterday it would spend about US$100 million (US$1 = RM3.78) to build a synthetic rubber factory in China to meet growing demand worldwide.
Canadian Beef Returns To Japanese Supermarkets
December 28, 2005Extract not available.
Microsoft to install Xbox on Nissan concept car
December 28, 2005Microsoft Corp. and Nissan North America are teaming up to create a video game in a Nissan concept car that will utilize the car's steering wheel and brake and gas pedals.
Japanese Stocks Higher in Early Trading
December 28, 2005(12-28) 17:12 PST TOKYO, Japan (AP) -- Japanese stocks edged higher early Thursday, extending gains after hitting a fresh five-year high as foreign investors continued their buying. The dollar was lower against the yen and euro.
Yearender: Koizumi's shrine visits sour Sino-Japanese relations
December 28, 2005TOKYO, Dec. 29 (Xinhuanet) -- The year 2005 will end with deteriorating Sino-Japanese political relations due to Japanese Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi's repeated visits to the Yasukuni Shrine.
Japanese celebrate actor's rise to Kabuki's upper echelon
December 28, 2005Hundreds of people lined the parade route to cheer 73-year-old actor Kotaro Hayashi, who last month took on a prestigious stage name that hadn't been used in more than 200 years due to a lack of suitable candidates. '
FOREX-Dollar hits 2-wk high vs yen after US consumer data
December 28, 2005By Hideyuki Sano TOKYO, Dec 29 (Reuters) - The dollar struck a two-week high against the yen on Thursday, bolstered by an above-consensus gauge of U.S. consumer sentiment.
Numbers Down at Japan's N. Korea Schools
December 28, 2005TOKYO -- At a run-down Tokyo junior school, portraits of North Korean dictator Kim Jong Il cast a watchful gaze over the pupils. But after the bell, the kids share frank opinions about the so-called Dear Leader. '
Japan Animal Medial Center
December 28, 2005Japan Animal Medial Center IndustriesVeterinary services for animal specialties CityChiba Staten/a NationJapan Incorporated inn/a Public StatusPrivate Business DescriptionProvide veterinary services Advisorsn/a Target Sales0.4 million U.S.
Takeda Food Products Ltd
December 28, 2005Financials Takeda Food Products Ltd IndustriesFlavoring extracts and flavoring syrups, Groceries and related products, Food preparations, Pickled fruits and vegetables, salad Canned fruits, ...
Takeda Kirin Foods Corp (Kirin Brewery,Takeda Chemical Industries)
December 28, 2005Financials Kirin Brewery Company, Limited Takeda Kirin Foods Corp (Kirin Brewery,Takeda Chemical Industries) IndustriesCanned fruits, vegetables, jams, and Food preparations, nec Cityn/a Staten/a ...
Fuji Seiki Co Ltd
December 28, 2005Fuji Seiki Co Ltd (Jasdaq : 6400) IndustriesSpecial industry machinery, nec CityOaka Staten/a NationJapan Incorporated inn/a Public StatusPublic Business DescriptionManufacture industrial machinery Advisorsn/a Target Sales91.0 million U.S.
Re opens firm, dollar strong gainst Yen
December 28, 2005The rupee opened the day at 45.2600 firmly against the yesterdays close but it went up till 45.33 as the dollar purchases by local firms making month-end import and debt-related payments.
Bluetooth Dongle for Sony PSP
December 28, 2005Extract not available.
German confidence lifts euro; dollar flat against yen
December 28, 2005consumer confidence recovered in December to its highest level since before Hurricane Katrina.
Japanese PS3 Games To Share Region Coding with US?
December 28, 2005Extract not available.
Latest US$ exchange rates: US$/Yen 117.31; Euro/US$1.1849
December 28, 2005News Major Currencies Exchange Rates Currency Quoted at 11:30 Quoted at 10:30 New York Close ------------------------------------------------------------------- USD/JPY 117.28/35 117.35/39 117.38/...
Softbank, Yahoo launch IPTV service in Japan
December 28, 2005Notebooks Printers Projectors Scanners Sound Cards Speakers Tape Drives Video Cards SITE SEARCH Site... ,
Latest US$ exchange rates: US$/Yen 117.27; Euro/US$1.1856
December 28, 2005News Major Currencies Exchange Rates Currency Quoted at 12:30 Quoted at 11:30 New York Close ------------------------------------------------------------------- USD/JPY 117.26/28 117.28/35 117.38/...
Latest US$ exchange rates: US$/Yen 117.22; Euro/US$1.1862
December 28, 2005News Major Currencies Exchange Rates Currency Quoted at 14:30 Quoted at 12:30 New York Close ------------------------------------------------------------------- USD/JPY 117.21/23 117.26/28 117.38/...
Latest US$ exchange rates: US$/Yen 117.17; Euro/US$1.1909
December 28, 2005News Major Currencies Exchange Rates Currency Quoted at 15:30 Quoted at 14:30 New York Close ------------------------------------------------------------------- USD/JPY 117.16/19 117.21/23 117.38/...
Latest US$ exchange rates: US$/Yen 117.04 Euro/US$1.1923
December 28, 2005News Major Currencies Exchange Rates Currency Quoted at 16:30 Quoted at 15:30 New York Close ------------------------------------------------------------------- USD/JPY 117.03/06 117.16/19 117.38/...
Most Japanese want Iraq troops home soon - poll
December 28, 2005TOKYO: Nearly three-fourths of Japanese voters want the country's troops withdrawn from Iraq within the next six months, a newspaper poll said yesterday.
Microsoft to offer VOIP services with Japanese partners
December 28, 2005Microsoft Corp. has struck a deal with Softbank BB Corp. and Japan Telecom Co. Ltd. to deliver more secure, integrated voice, e-mail, instant messaging and groupware services for the companies' customers in Japan, the three announced Wednesday.
Japanese probe succeeds in landing on asteroid
December 28, 2005JAXA lost contact with the probe during that landing attempt and didn't even realise it had landed until days later long after Hayabusa had lifted off into orbit.
Microsoft, Carriers to Serve VoIP in Japan
December 28, 2005By Erin JoyceWhat's an end-of-year column without a little looking back/looking forward wishlist? Andre Durand, CEO, Ping Identity The CEO talks about what it's like to be one of the last pure plays in the identity management space. ,
Japan's Nikkei Index Hits 5-Year High
December 28, 2005HONG KONG (Dow Jones) -- Japan's benchmark Nikkei 225 rose sharply in afternoon trade to set a five-year closing high as traders bet continuing U.S. dollar strength would benefit exporters.
Japan's economic recovery continues in 2005
December 28, 2005TOKYO : The Japanese economy showed signs of a sustained recovery in 2005 and some analysts are even starting to describe it as a mini bubble.
Japan bids to cut suicide
December 28, 2005Extract not available.
Congratulations to Japans Emperor
December 28, 2005Congratulations to Japans Emperor President Bashar al-Assad sent yesterday a cable of congratulation to Japans Emperor Akihito on the occasion of his Majestys birthday, the National Day of Japan.
Hitachi, Toshiba & Renesas consider joint chip firm
December 28, 2005joint venture between Hitachi, Toshiba and Renesas would produce large-scale integrated chips based on a 65 nanometer manufacturing process. , &
Japan's consumer prices post first rise in more than two years (27-12-2005)
December 28, 2005Business Financials Shoppers enjoy colorful cosmos at the entrance of a luxury shop in Tokyo's fashion district© AFPThe core consumer price index (CPI), which excludes volatile fresh food ...
Bridgestone to build $100-million plant in China
December 28, 2005Extract not available.
Canadian beef back in Japan
December 28, 2005Extract not available.
Japanese Stocks Up, Dollar Down Against Yen
December 28, 2005Japanese Stocks Up, Dollar Down Against Yen Tokyo (ANTARA News) - Japanese stocks rebounded sharply Wednesday, as continued foreign investor buying helped boost the benchmark Nikkei index to a fresh five-year high.
Japan FM wants friendly ties with China
December 28, 2005Japanese Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi delivers a speech in Tokyo December 22, 2005. [
Japan PM says wants friendly ties with China
December 28, 2005By Masayuki Kitano TOKYO (Reuters) - Japanese Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi said on Wednesday he would strive to develop friendly ties with China in 2006, after a year in which relations with that country hit their lowest in decades.
(PRN) - Xbox 360 Powers All-New Nissan URGE Concept Car ... [+]
December 28, 2005Xbox 360 Powers All-New Nissan URGE Concept Car 28/12/2005 - 05:01 - (BMS) - Motorcycle-Inspired Roadster Delivers a Futuristic Driving Experience Using 'Project Gotham Racing 3.'PRNewswire-FirstCallDETROITDec. 28 DETROIT, Dec.
Japan government rebukes Goldman Sachs unit over order processing errors(Updated 04:27 p.m.)
December 28, 2005According to an agency investigation, Goldman Sachs Asset Management violated financial transaction laws on a number of occasions since November, spokesman Masafumi Sugibayashi said.
Most Japanese want troops out of Iraq soon: poll
December 28, 2005TOKYO : Nearly three-quarters of Japanese people want their troops pulled out of Iraq by mid-2006 at the latest, according to a new poll.
Copper Rises to a Record in London on Expanding Japanese Industrial Output
December 28, 200528 (Bloomberg) -- Copper rose to a record in London as industrial production in Japan, the world's third-largest consumer of the metal, expanded for a fourth month in November.
UPDATE 3-Japan industrial output, retail sales rise further
December 28, 2005Industrial output rose 1.4 percent in November from a month earlier.
Japanese PM says wants friendly ties with China
December 28, 2005By Masayuki Kitano TOKYO (Reuters) - Japanese Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi said on Wednesday he would strive to develop friendly ties with China in 2006, after a year in which relations with that country hit their lowest in decades.
PNG Tour Company Honors WWII Japanese Admiral
December 28, 2005By Veronic Manuk PORT MORESBY, Papua New Guinea (The National, Dec. 28) - A tour company owned by a former East New Britain provincial politician has taken the name of World War II Japanese naval hero, Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto..
50% Japanese want troop pullout from Iraq in early 2006:poll
December 28, 2005TOKYO, Dec. 28 (Xinhuanet) -- Nearly half of Japanese believe that Japan should withdraw its troops from Iraq in the first half of 2006, according to a newspaper poll released Wednesday.
Fujitsu Siemens Computers launches RoHS-compliant display
December 28, 2005United Arab Emirates: 3 minutes ago SCENICVIEW Business Line display models meet the strict requirements of the EU's upcoming Restriction of certain Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive. What is a sponsored TextLink?
Yen fails to gain from CPI data
December 28, 2005Extract not available.
Japan's population shrinks by 20,000
December 28, 2005Extract not available.
Japan Post to exclude Goldman from trusts mgt
December 28, 2005Extract not available.
Japan to promote gender equality in jobs
December 28, 2005Extract not available.
Japanese Stocks Up; Dollar Down Vs. Yen
December 28, 2005(12-28) 00:04 PST TOKYO, Japan (AP) -- Japanese stocks rebounded sharply Wednesday, as continued foreign investor buying helped boost the benchmark Nikkei index to a fresh five-year high. The dollar was down against the yen.
Japan train mishap toll up to five
December 28, 2005Extract not available.
Most Japanese want troops out of Iraq: poll
December 28, 2005Nearly three-quarters of Japanese people want their troops pulled out of Iraq by mid-2006 at the latest, according to a newspaper poll published today.
Japan, U.S. to hold realignment talks in January
December 28, 2005-†Japan, U.S. to hold realignment talks in January WASHINGTON, Dec. 27 KYODO Japan and the United States plan to hold senior working-level talks on Jan. 11-12 in Washington on the realignment of the U.S.
Japan protested 4 times over death of Shanghai consular staffer
December 28, 2005-†Japan protested 4 times over death of Shanghai consular staffer TOKYO, Dec.
Skymark, Softbank, TRN, Kosugi, Sigma Koki: Japanese Equity Movers Final
December 28, 200528 (Bloomberg) -- The following stocks rose or fell in Japanese markets today. Prices are as of the 3 p.m. close of the Tokyo Stock Exchange. Stock symbols are in parentheses after company names. Asahi Glass Co. (
Michigan woos Toyota for jobs
December 28, 2005Extract not available.
Japan consumer prices rise but govt says deflation still a problem
December 28, 2005Extract not available.
Xbox 360 Powers All-New Nissan URGE Concept Car
December 28, 200528.12.2005 06:08 DETROIT, Dec. 28 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Nissan (Nachrichten) North America Inc. ( NNA) and Microsoft Corp. (
Hitachi, Toshiba to build made-to-order chip factory
December 28, 2005Skip navigation Wednesday, December 28, 2005 Page B5 Hitachi Ltd. and Toshiba Corp. plan to build Japan's first factory to supply made-to-order computer chips to compete against rivals such as Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co.,
Japan from deflation to stagflation?
December 28, 2005Japan from deflation to stagflation? Japan's unemployment rate increased from 4. ?
Asahi Brew 2005 oper profit to fall 10 pct-paper
December 28, 2005Analysts on average estimate an operating profit of 94.8 billion yen for its business year ending this month, according to Reuters Estimates.
Dollar steadies vs yen, supported by yield gap
December 28, 2005TOKYO, Dec 28 (Reuters) - The dollar steadied against the yen on Wednesday, keeping most of the previous day's gains thanks to its interest rate advantage, though many investors stood on the sidelines until the U.S.