Japan's MRC plans turnaround at Hiroshima MMA units

January 23, 2006

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Asahi Kasei to shut SM units for maintenance, expansion

January 23, 2006

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Japan wants info on bad U.S. beef

January 23, 2006

TOKYO (Reuters) - Japan said Monday it would not resume U.S. beef imports without an explanation of how banned spinal material, believed to carry a high risk of a human form of mad cow disease, came to be found in a shipment of U.S.

3G FOMA Windows OS Handsets for NTT DoCoMo

January 23, 2006

3G video IVR platform Test With The Best - Catapult Tell us how 3G has helped you ! 23rd January, 2005 Inset shows the HTC Universal - The World's First Windows Mobile 5.0 Based 3G Device released by HTC in 2005. ASIA Japan : NTT DoCoMo, Inc.

Sony plans digital SLR camera push

January 23, 2006

Sony is planning a big push in the digital SLR camera market after acquiring the digital photography assets of Konica Minolta, which announced on Friday that it was pulling out of the market.

Toshiba to buy Westinghouse for twice expected sum

January 23, 2006

Toshiba will buy US power plant maker Westinghouse for five billion dollars, more than double the initially expected price amid renewed interest in nuclear power, a report said.

Nago election about more than base issue

January 23, 2006

By ERIC JOHNSTON Staff writer NAGO, Okinawa Pref. -- Voters went to the polls Sunday to choose a new mayor in an election with implications not only for the city of Nago but also the realignment of U.S. military bases in Japan.

Japan presses U.S. not to violate beef pact again

January 23, 2006

DEPUTY SECRETARY OF STATE COMES TO TOKYO Japan presses U.S. not to violate beef pact again Compiled from Kyodo, AP Farm minister Shoichi Nakagawa urged a visiting senior U.S.

Livedoor's Horie uses blog to deny wrongdoing

January 23, 2006

Livedoor's Horie uses blog to deny wrongdoing Livedoor Co.

Base moderate elected Nago mayor

January 23, 2006

By ERIC JOHNSTON Staff writer NAGO, Okinawa Pref. -- Voters here chose continuity Sunday over change and placed promises of economic prosperity over concerns about a new U.S.

Japan's disaster-monitoring satellite delayed again

January 23, 2006

The Japanese space agency has postponed its first launch of the year. Its key H-IIA rocket, carrying a satellite to monitor major disasters, was temporarily grounded due to a technical error, the agency reported on Monday.

Kobe drops 81 in win over Raptors

January 23, 2006

By halftime, he had 26 points - not a bad total for most players. By the end of the game, he had put up the second-highest total in NBA history.

Yahoo Japan quarter net profit up 37%

January 23, 2006

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Tokyo Stock Exchange considers early upgrade after second crash

January 23, 2006

Last week the exchange had to close down 20 minutes earlier after its trading system could not keep up with the amount of trades. This problem came after the fiasco... ...

Toshiba set to buy Westinghouse for $5 bln -source

January 23, 2006

TOKYO/LONDON (Reuters) - Toshiba Corp. is set to buy Westinghouse, the U.S.

Japan pushes US for explanation on beef

January 23, 2006

Jan 23, 2006 - TOKYO (Reuters) - Japan said on Monday it would not resume U.S.

Japanese Prosecutors Arrest Livedoor Chief

January 23, 2006

Authorities in Japan arrested a high profile Internet entrepreneur today on suspicion of violating securities laws after an investigation of his business last week helped to frighten investors in the Tokyo stock market.

Japan crime case challenges ties: US general

January 23, 2006

Jan 23, 2006 - TOKYO (Reuters) - A case in which a U.S. sailor is under arrest on suspicion of killing a Japanese woman has 'significantly challenged' the alliance between the two nations, the top commander of the U.S.

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January 23, 2006

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Poor hoses from Kinugawa leads to Nissan recall

January 23, 2006

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Japan police raid Yamaha Motor over China sales

January 23, 2006

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Problems with Sony VAIO

January 23, 2006

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U.S. General Decrys Slaying of Japan Woman

January 23, 2006

TOKYO -- The top U.S. military official in Japan said Monday that the alleged slaying of a Japanese woman by a Navy sailor was 'horrific' and has challenged the two countries' military alliance.

A Norwegian skier flies high in Japan

January 23, 2006

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Japan grapples with invasion of giant jellyfish

January 23, 2006

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Japan backs Jakarta subway

January 23, 2006

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Media rates Nissan as the best car manufacturer

January 23, 2006

MUSCAT - Nissan has been rated as the best car manufacturer by leading Middle East motoring media. Various Nissan cars have also been rated as best in their categories.

Toshiba said to get Westinghouse

January 23, 2006

TOKYO (Reuters) - Toshiba Corp. has won a bid for Westinghouse, the U.S. power plant arm of British Nuclear Fuels, for almost $5 billion, the Financial Times reported Monday.

Power point: The Tarago offers 2.4-litre four and 3.5-litre V6 engines. Toyota's new people mover has just gon

January 23, 2006

WE gave you a glimpse of the new Toyota Tarago last week in our 'Class of 2006' new car arrivals. But further details are emerging about Toyota's stylish new people mover, which arrives here in March initially with a 2.4-litre four cylinder.

GE, Hitachi Bid For Westinghouse Could Get Antitrust Look

January 23, 2006

NEW YORK -(Dow Jones)- Any bid by General Electric Co. ( GE) and Japan's Hitachi Ltd. ( HIT) for nuclear power equipment company Westinghouse Electric Co. could come under antitrust scrutiny but would likely win approval, at least from U.S.

Toshiba set to buy Westinghouse for $5 bln -source

January 23, 2006

By Kiyoshi Takenaka and Mathieu RobbinsTOKYO/LONDON (Reuters) - Toshiba Corp. is set to buy Westinghouse, the U.S.

Kobe channels wilt, goes for 81 points

January 23, 2006

By halftime, he had 26 points not a bad tally for most players. By the end of the game, he had put up the second-highest total in NBA history.

Kobe channels wilt, goes for 81 points

January 23, 2006

By halftime, he had 26 points not a bad tally for most players. By the end of the game, he had put up the second-highest total in NBA history.

Japan orders inspection of all US beef imported

January 23, 2006

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Kobe Sets Laker Scoring Record

January 23, 2006

Michael Jordan never did it. Neither did Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, the league's all-time leading scorer. Wilt Chamberlain did it ... once.

Koizumi grilled for supporting Livedoor entrepreneur

January 23, 2006

TOKYO The investigation into Internet startup Livedoor Co. spread to Japan's political sphere Monday, with politicians grilling Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi over his support for the brash, young entrepreneur at the center of the scandal.

Japan, European companies to start $1.3 billion power project in Bahrain

January 23, 2006

(MENAFN) A Japanese top selling business daily said that the Japanese Sumitomo Corp.

Toshiba 'Wins Race for Westinghouse'

January 23, 2006

News Top headlines Latest picture stories Quirkies Celebrities Science and discovery Technology Japan's Toshiba has won the bidding war for Westinghouse, the US power arm of British Nuclear Fuels, it has been reported.

Tokyo exchange boosts trading capacity

January 23, 2006

Subscribe or Unsubscribe newsletter Tokyo exchange boosts trading capacity 'TSE must realize they're a global market ... I urge the exchange to immediately build a system that does not bring disgrace to Japan.'

US sends officials to Tokyo to discuss beef

January 23, 2006

Subscribe or Unsubscribe newsletter US sends officials to Tokyo to discuss beef US Agriculture Department Under-secretary J.B.

Japan police raid Yamaha Motor over China sales

January 23, 2006

TOKYO (Reuters) - Japanese police raided the offices of Yamaha Motor Co. on Monday after the government filed a criminal complaint against the company over its sale to China of small helicopters that officials said could have military uses.

Japanese Stocks Drop Sharply

January 23, 2006

The index last week fell 4.6 percent, a stunning drop triggered largely by investors' anxiety over an investigation by public prosecutors into possible fraud at Livedoor, an Internet startup that has grown by acquiring dozens of other companies.

Asian Shares Fall on U.S. Slump and Oil; Toyota and Matsushita Lead Drop

January 23, 2006

23 (Bloomberg) -- Asian stocks dropped, ending a two- day rally, after oil prices jumped and U.S. shares fell by the most since 2003 on disappointing profit reports. Toyota Motor Corp. and Matsushita Electric Industrial Co. paced the decline. ''

Japan pushes US for explanation on beef

January 23, 2006

Japan pushes US for explanation on beef Japan pushes US for explanation on beef Staff and agencies23 January, 2006 15 minutes ago TOKYO - Japan said on Monday it would not resume U.S.

Yahoo Japan posts higher Q3, sees strong full year

January 23, 2006

TOKYO (Reuters) - Yahoo Japan Corp. said on Monday its quarterly net profit grew 36.7 percent, helped by its online auction and Web advertising businesses, and it forecast better-than-expected results for the full year.

Parliament Grills Koizumi Over Livedoor

January 23, 2006

By YURI KAGEYAMA, AP Business Writer 5 minutes ago TOKYO - The investigation into Internet startup Livedoor Co.

UPDATE 2-Toshiba wins bid for Westinghouse for $5 bln-FT

January 23, 2006

By Kiyoshi Takenaka and Yuko Inoue TOKYO, Jan 23 (Reuters) - Toshiba Corp. ( 6502.T: , , ) has won a bid for Westinghouse, the U.S.

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January 23, 2006

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Yahoo Japan posts higher Q3, sees strong Q4

January 23, 2006

Yahoo Japan posts higher Q3, sees strong Q4 Monday 23 January 2006, 4:36am EST (Adds details from news conference, other details, changes throughout) TOKYO, Jan 23 (Reuters) - Yahoo Japan Corp. (

Parliament grills Koizumi over Livedoor

January 23, 2006

Posted on Mon, Jan. 23, 2006 TOKYO - The investigation into Internet startup Livedoor Co.

Japan pushes U.S. for explanation on beef

January 23, 2006

Japan pushes U.S. for explanation on beef Mon 23 Jan 2006 1:59 AM ET (Adds comments from parliament) TOKYO, Jan 23 (Reuters) - Japan said on Monday it would not resume U.S.

Toyota lands cutting edge green award

January 23, 2006

Toyota's pioneering hybrid car, the Lexus, received a novel green accolade at the What Car?

Japan's Sumitomo Mitsui Financial sets offer price for IPO

January 23, 2006

Japan's Sumitomo Mitsui Financial sets offer price for IPOLast Update: 1/23/2006 04:34:12 AM TOKYO (MarketWatch) -- Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group Inc. (

Japan crime case challenges ties: US general

January 23, 2006

Japan crime case challenges ties: US general Reuters TOKYO - A case in which a U.S. sailor is under arrest on suspicion of killing a Japanese woman has 'significantly challenged' the alliance between the two nations, the top commander of the U.S.

Parliament Grills Koizumi Over Livedoor

January 23, 2006

TOKYO (AP) -- The investigation into Internet startup Livedoor Co.

Kobe Channels Wilt, Goes for 81 Points

January 23, 2006

By halftime, he had 26 points - not a bad tally for most players. By the end of the game, he had put up the second-highest total in NBA history.

GAMI and Hitachi sign technical collaboration agreement for the manufacturing of chilled water air conditionin

January 23, 2006

(From Left to Right) Mr. Kohichi Nishi (Director and General Manager for Global Operations Division of Hitachi Air Conditioning Systems Co.,

U.S. General Decrys Slaying of Japan Woman

January 23, 2006

By ERIC TALMADGE The Associated Press TOKYO - The top U.S. military official in Japan said Monday that the alleged slaying of a Japanese woman by a Navy sailor was 'horrific' and has challenged the two countries' military alliance.

Japan's Livedoor CEO Horie to be arrested: Kyodo

January 23, 2006

Japan's Livedoor CEO Horie to be arrested: Kyodo Mon Jan 23, 2006 4:40 AM ET TOKYO (Reuters) - Tokyo prosecutors were set to arrest Takafumi Horie, the brash young CEO of Internet portal Livedoor Co. (

Yahoo Japan posts higher Q3

January 23, 2006

Yahoo Japan posts higher Q3 Mon Jan 23, 2006 4:40 AM ET TOKYO (Reuters) - Yahoo Japan Corp. (

Japan to protest US beef imports

January 23, 2006

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Massive Snowfall Blankets Tokyo

January 23, 2006

Tokyo trains slush through a rare Tokyo snowfall 2006 D.Weber Tokyo received its heaviest snowfall in five years as nine centimeters of snow fell on the capital on Saturday, Jan. 21.