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TOKYO

BASEBALL / Japanese Baseball
Oct 28, 2015
Hawks move to brink of Japan Series glory
For awhile it looked like the Fukuoka Softbank Hawks were going to run away with a win in the fourth game of this Japan Series.
Japan Times
MULTIMEDIA
Oct 28, 2015
Opening day of the 44th Tokyo Motor Show
The Tokyo Motor Show opened its car doors to the press on Wednesday with automakers showcasing the latest in vehicular technology, from every stripe of eco-friendliness to early prototypes of self-driving cars.
BUSINESS / Companies
Oct 28, 2015
Driverless systems are scene-stealers at Tokyo Motor Show
The road ahead for the auto industry is on view at the 44th Tokyo Motor Show, where driverless technology and greater energy-efficiency are themes this year.
BASEBALL / Japanese Baseball
Oct 28, 2015
Swallows closer Barnette savoring Japan Series experience
There was a little more spring in Tony Barnette's step when he made his Japan Series debut in the ninth inning of Game 3.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Film / Wide Angle
Oct 28, 2015
Scream queen festival arrives in Tokyo
The point is to scream — a lot.
JAPAN
Oct 28, 2015
Koto Ward office building eyed for children's 'English village' learning center
The idyllic-sounding "English village" planned by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government as a learning tool to help local children overcome their apprehension about speaking English may be erected in an office building in Koto Ward near the waterfront in 2018.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Oct 28, 2015
Honda takes on Toyota Mirai with roomier ¥7.66 million fuel cell sedan
Honda Motor Co. will begin sales of a ¥7.66 million hydrogen-powered sedan in March, a car that has a greater range and roomier interior than Toyota Motor Corp.'s Mirai.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / TOKYO MOTOR SHOW 2015
Oct 28, 2015
The highway to the future of transport starts here
The Tokyo Motor Show 2015 kicks off this week, giving visitors an opportunity to see the latest automotive trends and a glimpse of the future of vehicles and mobility.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / TOKYO MOTOR SHOW 2015
Oct 28, 2015
Toyota showcases a look at vehicles of tomorrow
Toyota Motor Corp. will present its vision for the future of mobility at this year's Tokyo Motor Show, where three very different new concept cars will be revealed.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / TOKYO MOTOR SHOW 2015
Oct 28, 2015
Honda to showcase extensive lineup
Using its global brand slogan — The Power of Dreams — as a booth concept, Honda Motor Co. will exhibit a broad range of items including innovative mobility items to make daily life easier, as well as a lineup of products capped by racing machines that pursue excellence in driving performance.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / TOKYO MOTOR SHOW 2015
Oct 28, 2015
New sports concept from Mazda
Mazda Motor Corp. will hold the world premiere of a new sports car concept at the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show. A total of 14 models will be on display at the Mazda booth, including the crossover concept Mazda KOERU making its first appearance in Japan, two racing-spec Mazda Roadsters (known as Mazda MX-5 outside...
Japan Times
BUSINESS / TOKYO MOTOR SHOW 2015
Oct 28, 2015
Mitsubishi places EVs in the spotlight
Mitsubishi Motors Corp. will debut the Mitsubishi eX Concept compact SUV concept car with a next-generation electric vehicle (EV) system at the Tokyo Motor Show.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / TOKYO MOTOR SHOW 2015
Oct 28, 2015
Nissan hopes to attract youth
Nissan Motor Co. is highlighting its Teatro for Dayz, an innovative concept that signals a new direction in mobile technology at the 44th Tokyo Motor Show 2015.
BUSINESS / TOKYO MOTOR SHOW 2015
Oct 28, 2015
BMW set to debut newest M car
BMW has chosen the Tokyo Motor Show 2015 for the world premiere of the BMW M4 GTS. Celebrating its Asian premiere, meanwhile, is the new, luxurious BMW 7 Series containing a host of innovations never before seen in automotive construction. Likewise making their Asian debut are the completely newly designed...
BUSINESS / TOKYO MOTOR SHOW 2015
Oct 28, 2015
Fiat Chrysler unveils latest models
The Japanese unit of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles will display eight models, two each from four brands — Alfa Romeo, Fiat, Jeep and Abarth at the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show.
BUSINESS / TOKYO MOTOR SHOW 2015
Oct 28, 2015
Benz shows off luxury, style, safety
Mercedes-Benz will display 19 brand-new models of its flagship brand, as well as offerings from Mercedes-Maybach, Mercedes-AMG and its smart brand at the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show.
BUSINESS / TOKYO MOTOR SHOW 2015
Oct 28, 2015
Luxury, sportiness from Peugeot Citroen
Peugeot Citroen Japon Co. will display five Peugeot, three Citroens and five DS models during the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / TOKYO MOTOR SHOW 2015
Oct 28, 2015
Bike makers bring brand-new fun on 2, 3 or 4 wheels
Nine motorcycle manufacturers will unveil both world and Japan premieres at their booths to showcase their newest offerings at the Tokyo Motor Show 2015. Here are just a few of the many highlights.
BASEBALL / Japanese Baseball
Oct 27, 2015
Yamada slugs three homers in historic performance as Swallows overcome Hawks in Game 3
It was probably only a matter of time before Tetsuto Yamada made his presence felt. When he did, he produced one of the greatest performances in the history of the Japan Series.

Longform

Atsuyoshi Koike, the president and CEO of Rapidus, says there is a “sense of urgency” when it comes to Japan’s efforts in manufacturing semiconductors. “We have to make sure we are successful,” he says.
Atsuyoshi Koike’s big game: Fourth down and 2 nanometers to go