Japan, U.S. begin joint defense exercises in western Japan+
February 19, 2006Japan, U.S. begin joint defense exercises in western Japan+ The Associated Press, Feb. 19, 2006 OTSU, Japan, Feb. 19 (Kyodo) _ The Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force and the U.S.
Japan Red Cross assists Trinco eye patients
February 19, 2006Trincomalee hospital has the facility to perform only 15 operations per week and cannot meet the current demand, JRCS sources said. SLRCS National Secretary Mr.Nimalkumar hands over bus to Trincomalee SLRCS official.
South Korean Former Sex Slaves Renew Calls for Japan to Apologize
February 19, 2006By RAWYA RAGEH Associated Press Writer NEW YORK It was a moonlit night in the autumn of 1943 when Yong Soo Lee experienced the darkest moment of her life _ Japanese soldiers snatched her from her home in southeast South Korea.
NK Claims Broad Opposition to Japan's Shrine Visits
February 19, 2006SEOUL (Yonhap) Visits by Japanese leaders to Tokyo's war-related Yasakuni Shrine are raising concern not just in Asian countries but also among the international community, a North Korean media report claimed Saturday.
Japanese volcano has minor eruption
February 19, 2006Posted on Sun, Feb. 19, 2006 TOKYO - A volcano on a small island off eastern Japan had a minor eruption, and residents were warned of volcanic gases and possible mudslides.
Int. Law: Japan Admits To Non-Scientific Whaling
February 19, 2006Hiroshi Hatanaka, that meat not suitable for human consumption is sold for dog food simply highlights the fallacy that is Japan's scientific whaling programme.
Worsening Japanese deflation delays the inevitable
February 19, 2006Worsening Japanese deflation delays the inevitable € The euro came off vis--vis the U.S. dollar today as the single currency tested bids around the US$ 1.1860 level and was capped around the US$ 1.1915 level.
U.S. Explains Shipment of Prohibited Veal Cuts to Japan
February 19, 2006Explains Shipment of Prohibited Veal Cuts to Japan 2006-02-18 02:12:25 CRIENGLISH.com The U.S.
Japan wins hockey
February 19, 2006The New Zealand women's hockey team has been beaten 1-nil by Japan in today's th
Japanese Volcano Has Minor Eruption
February 19, 2006TOKYO -- A volcano on a small island off eastern Japan had a minor eruption, and residents were warned of volcanic gases and possible mudslides.
Japanese stocks drop despite strong GDP report
February 19, 2006Japanese stocks drop despite strong GDP report TOKYO (AP) - Japanese stocks fell Friday despite better-than-expected economic growth figures amid signs of waning foreign investor demand.
Fuji Film to enter pharmaceutical market: report
February 19, 2006-†Fuji Film to enter pharmaceutical market: report TOKYO, Feb. 19 KYODO Fuji Photo Film Co. will expand into the pharmaceutical business as the photo film market continues to shrink, the Nihon Keizai Shimbun reported Sunday.
Japan Seeks 6 New Seats on UN Council to End Expansion Deadlock
February 19, 2006By Bill Varner February 1, 2006 Japan wants six countries added to the United Nations Security Council in a bid to gain a permanent seat and end a deadlock over expansion of the world body's top policy- making panel, Ambassador Kenzo Oshima said.
Japan scared of new strength
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Toshiba to launch HD DVD players in March
February 19, 2006Related Stories: Toshiba to launch mobiles in India HP and Toshiba demonstrate H
Nintendo to Launch Pokemon Theme Park
February 19, 2006Lynda Fisher - All Headline News Staff Writer Tokyo, Japan (AHN) - Nintendo will launch a theme park based on the characters of Pokemon this year, starting in Taiwan.
Japan to offer relief aid to Philippines
February 19, 2006The relief goods include tents, blankets, plastic sheets, sleeping mats, plastic tanks, water purifiers and electricity generators, it said in a statement. 2006 Kyodo News. All rights reserved.
Affymax and Takeda Announce Agreement to Develop and Commercialize Hematide(TM) in Japan
February 19, 2006Affymax and Takeda Announce Agreement to Develop and Commercialize Hematide(TM) in Japan February 14, 2006 - 10:16 AM Email this article to a friend Printable Version PALO ALTO, Calif., and OSAKA, Japan - Affymax, Inc. (
Japanese rocket lifts off with satellite
February 19, 2006Japanese rocket lifts off with satelliteAssociated Press TOKYO - A Japanese H-2A rocket successfully lifted off from its launch pad Saturday carrying a 4.6-ton weather and navigation satellite, officials said.
Japan envoy makes working visit to Kingston
February 19, 2006News Japan envoy makes working visit to Kingston Upon arrival at the premises of Kingston Beverage and Creamery Sdn Bhd at Jln Beribi, Mr Yoshinobu Nisaka, was greeted by General Manager Mr ...
Japan launches satellite
February 19, 2006The rocket was the ninth H2A and the first to be launched within a month of another successful launch, Japan Times reported. On Jan. 24, a land-observation satellite was put into orbit.
Sony expects strong PS3 shipments in 2006, may work with Microsoft
February 19, 2006He also said Sony may work with Microsoft in the future. Sony has not finalized the specific time frame for the PS3 launch, as well as pricing, he said. The company aims to launch the PS3 at the same time throughout Asia.
Taiwan market: Toshiba launches sub-NT$50,000 NAPA notebook
February 19, 2006The 15.4-inch Napa notebook is priced at NT$49,800 (US$1,535), compared to NT$54,800 (US$1,690) for Sonys VAIO FE15TP and NT$56,900 (US$1,754) for Acers Aspire 5670.
Sony to definitely launch the PS3 this year, says company official
February 19, 2006While stressing that the earlier launch of Microsofts Xbox 360 did not add pressure on Sony, Yasuda told reporters that the company wants to be completely prepared when it begins marketing the PS3.
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Hands on with Sony's first Walkman smartphone
February 19, 200602.17.2006 @ 10:58 PM PT | Matt Hartley | Comment | Send to Friends | Discuss Can Sony get a handle on what people really want from the SmartPhone?
PRIMEQUEST 420 Midrange Model Servers from Fujitsu
February 19, 2006Computers/Servers With support for up to eight processors, PRIMEQUEST 420 is more compact.
Japanese Now Bring Camera Phones to Funeral
February 19, 200602.17.2006 @ 09:49 PM PT | sven | Comment | Send to Friends | Discuss Do I dare make a wise crack here? Nah, but I will tell you this, this camera phone thing in Japan is starting to get a little, mmm, odd.
Canon Powershot SD400 5MP Digital Elph Camera with 3x Optical Zoom $299.94
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Sony to definitely launch the PS3 this year, says company official
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N Korean envoy warns of 'physical response' to Japanese sanctions
February 19, 2006North Korean Ambassador Song Il Ho gave the warning to his Japanese counterpart Koichi Haraguchi during informal contacts in the course of the Feb. 4-8 meetings between the two countries' delegations in Beijing, the sources said.
Japanese whale institute attacks U.K. claims
February 19, 2006LONDON (Kyodo) A Japanese research institute is disputing claims by British environmentalists that whale meat is being used in pet food.
Japan to study US report on madcow import scare
February 19, 2006Business Financials A Japanese customer checks a pack of beef© AFPOfficials from the health, farm and foreign ministries, the food safety panel and the cabinet office met to discuss measures ...
Nintendo DS Takes Another Step Toward Becoming a Handheld
February 19, 2006There are several devices that just hover on the very edge of being a 'true' handheld computer, but never quite make it over the line. Among the most prominent of these are some of the top-of-the-line portable gaming consoles.
Mitsubishi UFJ FG Aims To Return All Public Funds Next Fiscal Year
February 19, 2006TOKYO -(Dow Jones)- Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc. ( 8306.TO) said Friday it aims to return all of the Y820.5 billion of public funds it still owes the government during the next fiscal year ending in March 2007.
Japan, U.S.start military exercises
February 19, 2006TOKYO, Feb. 19 (Xinhuanet) -- Japan and the United States started joint military exercises on Sunday in central-western Japan, with around 600 troops taking part, Kyodo News reported.
Japan apologizes for 'Battle of Manila'
February 19, 2006The speech delivered by Japanese Ambassador Ryuichiro Yamazaki was the most awaited part of the commemoration of the historic event through a wreath-laying ceremony before the marker of Memorare-Manila 1945 near the Manila Cathedral in Intramuros. '
Swedish bar invites shivering Tokyo into ice world
February 19, 2006Tokyo - Japan may be shivering from its coldest winter in two decades, but Sweden's Icehotel is betting Tokyoites love alcohol so much they will drink surrounded by ice.
Olympics: Japan medal drought continues in Turin
February 19, 2006Extract not available.
Aso hints Japan's ties with China, S. Korea may not improve soon
February 19, 2006Extract not available.
N. Korean envoy warns of 'physical response' to Japanese sanctions
February 19, 2006Extract not available.
Japan, China in diplo feud
February 19, 2006TOKYO - A Japanese consular official who committed suicide in Shanghai in 2004 was blackmailed by Chinese intelligence agents who set him up with a woman in an attempt to obtain classified information, Japan's foreign minister said yesterday.
Japanese rocket lifts off carrying multipurpose satellite
February 19, 2006TOKYO: Japan successfully sent a satellite into orbit Saturday, amid concerns over the challenge posed by emerging space power China as it eyes an increasing share of the lucrative market.
Mitsubishi UFJ delays computer tie-up by 1 year
February 19, 2006The group revealed the delay in its management reconstruction plan submitted Friday to the Financial Services Agency. The plan also detailed effects caused by a three-month postponement of the merger of the two banks.
Japanese property stocks: expensive for a reason
February 19, 2006It's Tokyo Midtown, a Mitsui Fudosan Co Ltd showcase project, and it makes up one-quarter of all the large building space slated to come onto the Tokyo market this year. "
Obic toasts grouping with Asahi Beer
February 19, 2006The Yomiuri Shimbun The Obic Seagulls will begin defense of their Japan X-League football title in the Central Division again next fall, and seemed to be relieved when the Asahi Beer Silver Star were placed in the division in Saturday' realignment.
Japanese trade minister to visit China: reports
February 19, 2006The Japanese side earlier proposed joint development of the area straddling both sides of what Tokyo says is the maritime boundary. :
'Japan to regain role as Asia's leader'
February 19, 2006Japan's GDP growth of 5.5 per cent for the fourth quarter of 2005 cemented full-year growth of 2.8 per cent twice that of the Eurozone.
Japanese apologise for WWII atrocities
February 19, 2006News MANILA: Japan's ambassador to the Philippines yesterday apologised to the nation for the destruction of Manila towards the closing stages of World War II.Ryuichiro Yamazaki spoke at a ...
Doctor held over botched Caesarean
February 19, 2006FUKUSHIMA (Kyodo) A doctor in Okuma, Fukushima Prefecture, was arrested Saturday on suspicion of professional negligence resulting in the 2004 death of a woman on which he had performed a Caesarean section, police said.
Suspect in child slaying anxious over her own kid
February 19, 2006OTSU, Shiga Pref. (
Lawyers eye joint help for Livedoor shareholders
February 19, 2006Lawyers are preparing to form a group to assist individual investors who suffered huge losses stemming from allegations Livedoor Co. violated the securities law, sources said Saturday.
China exploited diplomat over a woman, Aso says
February 19, 2006He killed himself as he could not sell out his country. It is clear as he left a suicide note,' Aso told a public meeting in Tokyo. ' It is natural (for Japan) to deal with the issue in a determined manner.'
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Martin Currie Japan Alpha raises GBP100m
February 19, 2006By Investment Week Martin Currie's Japan Alpha Fund has raised more than 100m in the three days since its launch on 16 January. The Oeic sub-fund has capacity for some 25m more before the fund is soft-closed.
Yen for adventure and security
February 19, 2006NEXT month Nicola Lumb will say goodbye to her Oxfordshire home and fly 12,000 miles to teach English to schoolchildren in Japan. Her destination is the city of Fukuoka, which is on the most southerly of Japan's four main islands.
Obesity a growing concern in Japan
February 19, 2006Posted on Sun, Feb.
Japan launches satellite
February 19, 2006Date: Saturday, February 18, 2006 9:29:26 PM EST TANEGASHIMA ISLAND, Japan, Feb. 18 (UPI) -- Japan launched an H2A rocket Saturday carrying a satellite to collect weather data and monitor air traffic.
Fuji Film to enter pharmaceutical market:
February 19, 2006pharmaceutical as the photo film market continues to shrink, the Nihon Keizai Shimbun reported Sunday. The major photo film manufacturer will collaborate with Perseus Proteomics Inc, a Tokyo startup that is involved in developing new drugs.
Japan wins hockey
February 19, 2006The New Zealand women's hockey team has been beaten 1-nil by Japan in today's
Japan to offer 25 million yen in relief supplies for Philippine landslide victims
February 19, 2006News Japan to offer 25 million yen in relief supplies for Philippine landslide victims Japan will provide 25 million yen in emergency relief supplies for the victims and survivors of the deadly ...
Japan reportedly willing to pay to get U.S. troops out of Okinawa quicker
February 19, 2006Japan reportedly willing to pay to get U.S.
Stardust's Talents Soar in Nissan Murano Campaign from TBWA Chiat Day Los Angeles
February 19, 2006Bicoastal creative production company Stardust Studios recently delivered the third spot in a high-profile broadcast campaign for the Nissan Murano and TBWA\Chiat\Day Los Angeles.
Japan: Blackmail Led to Official's Suicide
February 19, 2006Japan's Foreign Minister Taro Aso speaks during a town meeting sponsored by the ministry in Tokyo Saturday, Feb. 18, 2006.
Stardust's Talents Soar in Nissan Murano Campaign from TBWA Chiat Day Los Angeles
February 19, 2006Bicoastal creative production company Stardust Studios recently delivered the third spot in a high-profile broadcast campaign for the Nissan Murano and TBWA\Chiat\Day Los Angeles.
Fidelity to limit access to high-flying Japan fund
February 19, 2006BOSTON (Reuters) - Fidelity Investments will stop accepting new clients into its popular Japan Smaller Companies fund at the end of February because a flood of new cash was making it more difficult for the manager to find good stocks.
USA & Japan. Suzuki launches first 300hp V6 4-stroke outboard at Miami Boat Show
February 19, 2006Product news: Suzuki Marine raised the bar for 4-stroke outboard power and performance yet again, unveiling to assembled marine press and boating enthusiasts the industry's first 300 horsepower V6 4-stroke motor.
Japanese officials probe U.S. beef report
February 19, 2006Japanese officials on Saturday began scrutinizing a bulky report released by Washington that explained why banned veal cuts considered at high risk of mad cow disease were exported to Japan.
Henan receives loan from Japan for afforestation
February 19, 2006ZHENGZHOU, Feb. 18 (Xinhuanet) -- Japan will provide a low-interest loan of 7.43 billion Yen (about 67.5 million U.S. dollars) to central China's Henan province as support for its afforestation effort.
Tools Of The Trade: The Toshiba P8 projector
February 19, 2006A small and light projector is a great idea for anyone who makes frequent presentations and cannot,or would rather not, rely on facilities at the venue.
Japanese rocket lifts off carrying multipurpose satellite
February 19, 2006Japanese rocket lifts off carrying multipurpose satellite TOKYO (AP) - A Japanese H-2A rocket successfully lifted off from its launch pad Saturday carrying a 4,100 kilogram weather and navigation satellite, officials said.
In Japan, Day-Trading Like It''s 1999
February 19, 2006TOKYO YUKA YAMAMOTO dutifully quit work to assume her expected role as suburban homemaker when she married six years ago.
Japan: Blackmail Led to Official's Suicide
February 19, 2006Amid media speculation about intelligence operations featuring 'honey traps' targeting Japanese diplomats in China, Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi last month warned diplomats of 'seductions or attempts to steal secrets.'
Darwin remembers Japanese air raids anniversary
February 19, 2006Air raid sirens have sounded across Darwin to mark the 64th anniversary of the first Japanese air raids on the city in 1942.
Japanese rocket lifts off
February 19, 2006TOKYO (AP) - A Japanese H-2A rocket successfully lifted off from its launch pad Saturday carrying a 4,100 kilogram weather and navigation satellite, officials said.
Former Japanese American internment camp named historic landmark
February 19, 2006Former Japanese American internment camp named historic landmarkAssociated Press NEWELL, Calif. -
Japan to send 110 SDF members to help pullout from Iraq: report
February 19, 2006TOKYO, Feb. 19 (Xinhuanet) -- Japan plans to send about 110 Ground Self-Defense Force (GSDF) personnel to Iraq to help the withdrawal of its ground troops from the country in late March, the Daily Yomiuri said Sunday, citing government sources.
Diplomat who killed self was blackmailed by Chinese: Japan foreign minister
February 19, 2006The Japanese Foreign Ministry previously said only the official's death was a result of an unspecified diplomatic incident with a Chinese intelligence official.
Former Japanese American internment camp named historic landmark
February 19, 2006(02-18) 16:59 PST NEWELL, Calif. ( AP) -- A site that at one point housed more than 18,000 Japanese-American internees during World War II was named a national historic landmark in recognition of the camp's survivors.
Japan must rethink its succession law
February 19, 2006In recent years, the Japanese have been involved in serious debates over the future of the Chrysanthemum throne, especially with Emperor Akihito, 72, getting old and having been treated for prostate cancer.
Japan ODA loans to RP slow down
February 19, 2006By Roderick T. dela Cruz Infrastructure investments of the Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC) in the Philippines have tended to slow down due to government's efforts to reduce its fiscal deficit.
Japan, eyeing lucrative satellite market, to launch leading rocket
February 19, 2006TOKYO : Japan is to send a satellite into orbit, using its leading rocket, wary of the challenge posed by emerging space power China as it eyes an increasing share of the lucrative market.
Japan skaters flop in men's 1,000
February 19, 2006Imai finished 1.59 seconds behind winner Shani Davis of the United States in 1:10.48. Davis clocked 1:08.89 to hold off countryman and 500-meter gold medalist Joey Cheek by 0.27.
Stressed Japanese princess in shadow of pregnant sister-in-law
February 19, 2006TOKYO : It was in 1993 when Japan's Crown Prince Naruhito gently smiled and said the number of children he would have would be 'up to the stork's mood'. Now that feels like ancient history.
Sweden beats Japan in curling
February 19, 2006Looking to perform its second giantkilling act of the day after stunning Canada with a 5-2 win, Japan led 3-0 after two ends and 5-2 after five but the Swedes came back to turn the deficit into a 7-6 advantage heading into the final end.
South Korean former sex slaves renew calls for Japan to apologize(updated 11:30 a.m.)
February 19, 2006It was a moonlit night in the autumn of 1943 when Yong Soo Lee experienced the darkest moment of her life _ Japanese soldiers snatched her from her home in southeast South Korea.
Japan to send 110 troops to Iraq late March to help out withdrawal: report(updated 11:40 a.m.)
February 19, 2006Japan plans to send 110 additional soldiers to Iraq in late March to assist the withdrawal of their fellow soldiers currently on humanitarian mission in that country, a newspaper reported Sunday.
Japanese rocket lifts off carrying multipurpose satellite
February 19, 2006TOKYO: Japan successfully sent a satellite into orbit Saturday, amid concerns over the challenge posed by emerging space power China as it eyes an increasing share of the lucrative market.
Japan: Blackmail Led to Official's Suicide
February 19, 2006TOKYO -- A Japanese consular official who committed suicide in Shanghai in 2004 was blackmailed by Chinese intelligence agents who set him up with a woman in an attempt to obtain classified information, Japan's foreign minister said Saturday.
Karim: Good response from golfers in Korea, Japan
February 19, 2006There are already golfers coming, especially from these two countries, to play golf in the State, he said after he hosted a dinner for an Indonesian travel agent group at Nexus Karambunai Resort in Sepanggar Bay, near here, Thursday.
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Police raid Tokyo firm suspected of illegal shipping to N. Korea
February 19, 2006Japanese police on Friday raided a trading company in Tokyo suspected of illegally exporting equipment to North Korea that could be used to create biological weapons, police and news reports said.
Japan official driven to suicide by China agents
February 19, 2006A Japanese consular official who committed suicide in Shanghai was blackmailed by Chinese intelligence agents who set him up with a woman in an attempt to obtain classified information, Japan's foreign minister said Saturday. '