Tokyo calls on US military to prevent personnel crimes
January 7, 2006The US Navy said it was holding in confinement a sailor for his alleged involvement in the apparent murder of the 56-year-old woman in Yokosuka, where a large US naval base is located. '
US Navy hands murder suspect to Japanese police
January 7, 2006Extract not available.
Reading is fun with the Sony Reader
January 7, 2006CES 2006: Sony unveiled its new e-book reader at CES, and it's a page-turner. The Sony Reader boasts a large 6-inch display that features electronic paper technology called E Ink, which mimics an actual page of a book.
Tokyo patrols snuff out public smoking
January 7, 2006Mariko Tokunaga (right) and Minoru Kojima patrol Yasukunidori street in Tokyo's Chiyoda Ward to enforce and raise awareness of the ward's ban on smoking in the street.
Tokyo talent sings about kids rights in U.S. debut
January 7, 2006Tokyo talent sings about kids rights in U.S. debut By HIROKO TABUCHI The Associated Press Agnes Chan wears many hats -- singer, actress, child-rights activist, academic, and mother of three.
Toshiba Debuts HD DVD Players
January 7, 2006Toshiba has taken the wraps off of its first HD DVD players for the U.S. market, in effect keeping pace with Sony and other backers of the rival Blu-Ray high-definition DVD format.
Tokyo-Beijing fire rages on over diplomat's suicide in 2004
January 7, 2006We want to see a sincere response from the Chinese side,' Abe told reporters. Beijing responded in kind, saying later the same day that Tokyo's claim that Chinese agents were linked to the death 'lacks reason.'
Cold snap to add 657 billion yen to GDP: think tank
January 7, 2006Dai-ichi Life Research Institute, a unit of Dai-ichi Mutual Life Insurance Co., based its projection on an expected increase in spending on fuel, heating equipment and clothing.
U.S. sailor arrested in Japan on murder charges
January 7, 2006Tokyo - Japanese police arrested an American sailor Saturday on charges of robbing and beating a Japanese woman to death a case likely to further stoke opposition to U.S. military presence in Japan.
Japan, U.S. to hold military realignment talks next week
January 7, 2006Japan, U.S. to hold military realignment talks next week Japan and the United States plan to hold senior working-level talks next Wednesday and Thursday in Washington on the realignment of the U.S.
Sony LocationFree: TV on your PSP
January 7, 2006Sony had a hugely impressive stand at CES, although the live music cramped our ability to film some of the new products.
Needle can make you 'drunk': study
January 7, 2006Needle can make you 'drunk': study Blood-alcohol tests can be inaccurate if the needle is sterilized with ethanol, a research group said Friday.
Greenpeace dismisses Japanese anti-whaling spy claim
January 7, 2006Greenpeace has laughed off claims by a Japanese whaling organisation that the US Navy is spying on its protest ships in the Southern Ocean.
U.S. Navy hands sailor to Japanese police to face charges (updated 12:21 a.m.)
January 7, 2006The U.S. Navy on Saturday turned over a sailor to Japanese police, who arrested him on robbery and murder charges in a case that could trigger more opposition to the U.S. military presence in Japan.
(3rd UPDATE) Japan police arrest US sailor in murder case -- report
January 7, 2006A Japanese court issued a warrant earlier in the day for the arrest of the 21-year-old sailor, William Reese, who was confined in the US base at the mouth of Tokyo Bay after his name surfaced as a suspect, police said.
Japan, China set one-day talks to ease frictions
January 7, 2006Tensions between the Asian rivals have risen over the past year, particularly over Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi's visits to a Tokyo shrine for the war dead that China considers a glorification of militarism.
Record blizzard to reach new depths
January 7, 2006Since December, 53 people have died and 760 people have been injured in 15 prefectures due to snow-related incidents, the Cabinet Office said, citing its tally as of 2 p.m. Friday.
Man snatches newborn from hospital room as mom slept
January 7, 2006Man snatches newborn from hospital room as mom slept SENDAI (Kyodo) A man snatched a newborn baby from a hospital here after breaking into the room where the mother and infant were sleeping early Friday morning, police said.
Japanese MP cancels Aust visit
January 7, 2006Extract not available.
US Apologizes for Japanese Death
January 7, 2006US Apologizes for Japanese Death Tokyo, Jan 6 (Prensa Latina) The US Navy command formally apologized Friday after admitting that one of its officers was guilty of a Japanese womans death.
A Battle for Japan's Boomers
January 7, 2006But despite the troubles, at least Citi had a private banking business to lose. Others had barely made a dent in what should have been a booming trade, given the 1.4 million Japanese worth more than $1 million each.
Sony's CEO brushes aside Xbox 360 threat
January 7, 2006HOWARD Stringer, Sony Corp's chief executive officer, said he isn't worried about a threat from Microsoft Corp in the video-game player market because the company's PlayStation devices outsold the Xbox 360 over Christmas.
US Navy hands murder suspect to Japan police
January 7, 2006Jan 7, 2006 - TOKYO (Reuters) - The U.S. Navy handed over a U.S. sailor suspected of killing and robbing a 56-year-old Japanese woman to Japanese police on Saturday, a spokesman said.
Japan Won't Join Security Council Plan
January 7, 2006HOSPITAL: ISRAELI PRIME MINISTER ARIEL SHARON REMAINS IN SERIOUS BUT STABLE CONDITION UNITED NATIONS Jan 7, 2006 - Japan has refused to join Germany, India and Brazil in a new bid for permanent seats on an expanded U.N.
Japan police arrest US sailor in murder case -- report
January 7, 2006Japan police arrest US sailor in murder case -- report First posted 02:56pm (Mla time) Jan 07, 2006 Agence France-Presse Subscribe to Breaking News alerts, send ON EXTRA BREAKING to 2207 for Globe, or send EXTRA BREAKING to 386 for Smart.
Matsushita tips fuel cell technology
January 7, 2006SAN JOSE, Calif. &# 151 Matsushita Battery Industrial Co. Ltd., a subsidiary of Japans Matsushita Electric Industrial Co. Ltd., has developed a new supply method that claims to reduce the size of a fuel cell for portable devices by 50 percent.
Japanese police arrest U.S. sailor on robbery-murder charges
January 7, 2006Extract not available.
Sony seeking balance, CEO says
January 7, 2006Clearly the perception out there is that we shouldn't be doing too much of that copy protection stuff,' Stringer said on Thursday at a news conference at the annual Consumer Electronics Show.
Japan, China to meet next week
January 7, 2006Tensions between the two countries have risen over the past year, particularly over Japanese Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi's visits to a Tokyo war shrine that China considers a glorification of militarism.
Matsushita to build world's largest plasma panel plant
January 7, 2006The world's largest consumer electronics maker will build the new plant in Amagasaki, 400 kilometers (250 miles) west of the capital Tokyo, which will have an annual capacity of at least five million panels, a company spokesman said. '
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Japan's Aso delays Australia visit
January 7, 2006Miscellaneous Japanese Foreign Minister Taro Aso put off a planned visit to Australia in response to a similar decision by US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, the Foreign Ministry said.Aso was...
US sailor held over Japan slaying
January 7, 2006The statement made no mention of a handover to Japanese authorities.The announcement came amid media speculation in Japan that the US military would deliver the suspect to Japanese authorities.
Sony Offers Software Development Kit for LocationFree Devices
January 7, 2006The SDK, which will be available to programmers in the U.S.
Japanese executives upbeat
January 7, 2006Japanese executives upbeat APFriday, January 06, 2006 Japanese prime minister Junichiro Koizumi delivers a speech during an annual New Year's party hosted by Japan Business Federation and two other economic organisations in Tokyo, yesterday. (
Stringer Outlines Sony's 'Four Pillars'
January 7, 2006Extract not available.
U.S. agrees to hand over American sailor suspected in Japan killing
January 7, 2006Japan had asked for the suspect to be transferred to police custody from the U.S. Naval base in Yokosuka, and the Navy agreed, an official of the Foreign Ministry said on condition of anonymity, citing ministry policy.
Arrest warrant issued for U.S. sailor in Japan killing
January 7, 2006TOKYO - An arrest warrant was issued for a U.S. sailor being held by the American military in the killing of a Japanese woman, police said today.
Japan aims to adopt GTL, biofuels
January 7, 2006Extract not available.
Japan Could Win Understanding from Neighbors through Action: Chinese Expert
January 7, 2006Japan could win understanding from its Asian neighbors, integrate itself into regional society and avoid political isolation through its own substantial action, said Chinese expert Yang Yi on Thursday.
Kobe Scores 48 in Return From Suspension
January 7, 2006Second in the league in scoring behind Philadelphia's Allen Iverson going into the game, Bryant moved a fraction in front after Iverson scored 31 points. Bryant raised his average to 33.166 a game to Iverson's 33.090.
Sony Highlights Content-Tech Marriage
January 7, 2006The book will be one of the first books that will be available on the Reader when it is launched later this spring. Find out how actual customers deploy 3Com's best in class enterprise security, VoIP and networking solutions.
China, Japan to Jointly Develop East China Sea: FM
January 7, 2006A Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman said in Beijing Thursday that Japan has accepted the proposal made by China - at the third round of China-Japan consultations on the East China Sea issue - to jointly develop East China Sea resources.
China, Japan Meet to Discuss Bilateral Ties
January 7, 2006Chinese and Japanese diplomats are expected to meet in Beijing next Monday to discuss bilateral relations and disputes between the two neighbors.
US Navy to hand murder suspect to Japan police
January 7, 2006US Navy to hand murder suspect to Japan police Reuters TOKYO - The U.S. Navy agreed on Saturday to hand over a U.S. sailor suspected of killing and robbing a 56-year-old Japanese woman to Japanese police, a spokesman said. The U.S.
Young Hanoian entered for Chopin Piano Competition in Japan
January 7, 2006Luu Hong Quang will compete in the 16 years and below division, and will perform Bach's Prelude - Fuga D dur and three works by Chopin - Valse N7, Etude N2 Op25, and Fantasie - Impromptu.
Sony gets its eReader right
January 7, 2006This is the Sony eReader, one of the most exciting gadget we've seen at this year's CES. We took these photos of the new electronic book reader were taken this afternoon in Las Vegas -- we tip this as the most popular gadget of 2006.
Toshiba Prices HD DVD To Sell
January 7, 2006NetSuite - A Better Way to Manage Your Entire Business. NetSuite's business solution combines Accounting, Customer Relationship Management & Ecommerce--all in a single, powerful solution. '
Tokyo shares rally, dollar up before jobs data
January 7, 2006Gold extended losses while oil held steady, just below $63 a barrel, after falling on Thursday due to a rise in U.S. fuel stocks and mild winter weather.
Japan's brewers save face for sake of survival
January 7, 2006Cate Blanchett faces up to ageing with a potion containing sake.Photo: Fred Prouser CATE Blanchett is like warm sake on a freezing winter night to Japan's entrepreneurial brewers.
In Japan, American Beef Is Once Again on the Menu
January 7, 2006KYOTO, Japan - At Yakiniku Den, a crowded restaurant in this western Japanese city, Kosei Ishishita and his family are getting their first taste in two years of American beef. ' To be honest, I'm still not 100 percent confident that U.S.
Sify in tie up with Sony TV
January 7, 2006Speaking on the partnership with Sify, Tarun Katial, executive vice-president and business head, Sony Entertainment Television said, 'I am happy about this exclusive tie-up with Sify.
Japan to negotiate with US in new UN bid
January 7, 2006Japan to negotiate with US in new UN bid (AP) Updated: 2006-01-07 11:11 Japan has refused to join Germany, India and Brazil in a new bid to get permanent seats on an expanded U.N.
Asian Shares End Up; Tokyo, Seoul Rise To Record Highs
January 7, 2006Singapore Friday January 6, 7:11 PM Asian Shares End Up; Tokyo, Seoul Rise To Record Highs HONG KONG (AP)--Most Asian markets rose Friday, as Tokyo shares edged higher for a third straight day to reach their highest close in more than five years.
U.S. Sailor Arrested In Japan
January 7, 2006The sailor was based on the aircraft carrier Kitty Hawk and has been in Japan since May 2004. He has been in the Navy for about two years and Japan was his first assignment, the Navy said. ( CBS/AP) A U.S.
US Navy hands murder suspect to Japan police
January 7, 2006TOKYO (Reuters) - The U.S. Navy handed over a U.S. sailor suspected of killing and robbing a 56-year-old Japanese woman to Japanese police on Saturday, a spokesman said.
US Navy hands murder suspect to Japan police
January 7, 2006TOKYO (Reuters) - The U.S. Navy handed over a U.S. sailor suspected of killing and robbing a 56-year-old Japanese woman to Japanese police on Saturday, a spokesman said.
Kobe Scores 48 in Return From Suspension
January 7, 2006LOS ANGELES -- Kobe Bryant returned from a two-game suspension to hit all seven of his 3-point shots and score 48 points Friday night, and the Los Angeles Lakers ended a five-game losing streak with a 119-93 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers.
Japanese Firefighters
January 7, 2006"This is how you maintain your balance.
Heavy snowfalls claim 57 lives in Japan since Dec
January 7, 2006Heavy snowfalls have claimed the lives of 57 people and injured hundreds of others in Japan since the start of snow season in early December, officials said.
US agrees to hand over American sailor who admitted killing Japanese woman
January 7, 2006TOKYO - The US agreed on Saturday to hand over an American sailor who admitted killing a Japanese woman to Japanese authorities, the Foreign Ministry said.